Job Description
JOB PURPOSE:
This individual is responsible for infection control and prevention related activities within the facility. This individual will also be responsible for all functions of the employee health program and for providing clinical employee health services. Any position that has direct patient care is considered to be safety sensitive by Avem Health Partners’ standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Infection Prevention
Evaluates compliance for practices that are associated with the prevention and control of health care associated infections.
Educates employees/physicians about Infection Control and the development of health system policies and procedures to ensure rigorous infection control standards that meet OSHA, OSDH, CMS and CDC requirements.
Interacts with physicians, nurses, department managers, supervisors, and occupational health and other professional/non-professional staff members to provide resource information, resolve infection control problems, and identify new opportunities to improve.
Directs and assists in preparing reports and statistical data for the infection control committee, medical staff committees, and the facility's administration and management as needed.
Acts as a liaison between all facility departments and is responsible for the surveillance, analysis and reporting of hospital associated infections.
Employee Health
Maintains complete and accurate employee health records.
Participates as an integral team member, collaborating with various departments and colleagues, including Human Resources, Quality and others as needed to advocate for employee health and safety.
Coordinates the development and implementation of all employee health initiatives and programs.
Will be responsible for all pre-employment testing and vaccination processes, annual TB/ Influenza testing and/or vaccinations, and the management of potential blood exposures, employee illnesses and disease outbreaks.
Participate in infection prevent and control education of all employees during orientation and annually thereafter, including classes in infection prevention and control practices and employee health.
Responsible for keeping current in nursing trends and knowledge. Participates in In-service programs as required.
Identify work-related risks.
Respond to emergency situations and provide care if needed.
Maintain confidentiality of client and patient information.
Responsible for OSHA reporting and assist with Worker’s Compensation claims.
Performing other duties as assigned within scope of practice.
BEHAVIORIAL STANDARDS:
The individual must support the mission, vision, and goals of Avem Health Partners and serve as a role model within the company.
Exhibit positive customer service behavior in everyday work interactions.
Demonstrate a courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers.
Communicate accurately and appropriately.
Handle difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner.
Hold self-accountable for professional practice.
Interact and cope effectively with diverse populations in stressful situations resulting from trauma and illness.
Participate in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve patient care.
Demonstrate knowledge of unit goals and is active in committees and projects to achieve these goals.
Keep current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions and best practices in patient care.
Assume responsibility for seeking out educational and professional opportunities for personal learning needs and growth as well as meeting mandatory education requirements.
Act as a preceptor as requested.
Demonstrate excellent work attendance and attend and actively participate in a variety of meetings and training sessions as required.
Adhere to the Avem Health Partners Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior. Complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program, BSN preferred.
Two (2) years of clinical experience preferred.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:
Current RN license issued by the State of Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
Certified in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) preferred.
Current BLS (or obtained within 30 day of hire).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Such accommodations must be requested by the employee/applicant to be considered.
Occasional bending, twisting, lifting, and squatting.
Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
Frequent sitting
Frequent walking and standing
This job requires visual abilities, auditory abilities, must be intact to perform duties.
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