Infection Preventionist
RWJBarnabas Health
Date: 1 week ago
City: New Brunswick, NJ
Contract type: Full time
Req #: 0000167232
Category: Nursing
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ New Brunswick
Department: Infection Control
Location:
Main Hospital - New Brunswick, One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Overview
RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Infection Preventionist for our Infection Control Department at the New Brunswick campus.
The Infection Preventionist IP will support the efficient function of the Infection Prevention and Control Program.
Qualifications
Required:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Category: Nursing
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ New Brunswick
Department: Infection Control
Location:
Main Hospital - New Brunswick, One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Overview
RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Infection Preventionist for our Infection Control Department at the New Brunswick campus.
The Infection Preventionist IP will support the efficient function of the Infection Prevention and Control Program.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Nursing OR other Health Science-related field
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficient computer skills
- Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in an acute care facility
- Prior infection prevention experience preferred
- Infection Control (CIC) Certification Preferred
- Certification required after 2 years experience
- Day Shift, 40 hours per week
- Monday Friday, some weekend and holiday rotation
- PT
- IP supports the philosophy, objectives and mission and vision of RWJUH and the Department of Infection Prevention,
- IP practices in accordance with the Department of Health regulations, Joint Commission, CDC, NHSN and other regulatory agencies,
- IP collects, analyzes and presents data relevant to infection control/infectious disease,
- IP provides education based upon identified needs and age of associates and in accordance with approved Infection control policies and procedures,
- IP develops policies and procedures regarding infection control,
- IP participates at the Infection Prevention and Control Committee and other committees as assigned,
- IP accepts on call schedule as determined by the Director,
- IP investigates clusters, outbreaks and assists in complying with regulatory agencies,
- IP Participates in performance improvement evaluation activities
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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