Ascension

Infection Preventionist

Ascension$84K — $123K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BLS Provider certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
  • Certification in Infection Control from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC) preferred within three years of employment.
  • Registered Nurse credential from the Illinois Board of Nursing.
  • High school diploma with 2 years' experience, or an Associate's/Bachelor's degree, or 4 years of job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and investigate suspected infection sources to ensure control.
  • Review and implement regulations from governmental and professional organizations.
  • Collaborate in the design and delivery of educational tools for infection control.
  • Report surveillance data to public health authorities as required.
  • Participate in the development of specialized programs related to infection prevention.

Benefits

  • Full-time day shift schedule.
  • Opportunity for professional development in infection control and epidemiology.
  • Supportive work environment in Total Quality Management department.
  • Contribution to public health through infection prevention efforts.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Hoffman Estates, IL

Facility: Ascension Saint Alexiu

Department: Total Quality Management

Schedule: Day shift l Fill-Time

Salary range: $84,336.33 - $123,342.43 per year

How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Monitor and investigate known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and ensure control.Review, analyze, and implement regulations, standards, and/or guidelines of applicable governmental agencies and professional organizations.
  • Collaborate in the development and delivery of educational programs and/or tools that relate to infection prevention, control, and epidemiology.
  • Report infection surveillance, prevention and control in formation to local, state and federal public health authorities in accordance with law and regulation.
  • Participate in the development of special

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Preferred Credential(s):
    • BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
    • Certification specializing in Infection Control credentialed from the Certification Board of
    Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC). Preferred upon hire or within three years of
    employment in role.
    • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing.


Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
    degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.


Responsibilities

  • Monitor and investigate known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and ensure control.Review, analyze, and implement regulations, standards, and/or guidelines of applicable governmental agencies and professional organizations.
  • Collaborate in the development and delivery of educational programs and/or tools that relate to infection prevention, control, and epidemiology.
  • Report infection surveillance, prevention and control in formation to local, state and federal public health authorities in accordance with law and regulation.
  • Participate in the development of special


Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Preferred Credential(s):
    • BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
    • Certification specializing in Infection Control credentialed from the Certification Board of
    Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC). Preferred upon hire or within three years of
    employment in role.
    • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing.


Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
    degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1999

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