Description
Sign on bonus available for qualified RN candidates!
Introduction
TriStar Skyline Medical Center is committed to investing in the latest technology enabling nurses to work more efficiently. Are you passionate about delivering patient-centered care? Submit your application for Infection Control Nurse position and spend more time at the bedside with the patient.
Benefits
TriStar Skyline Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
You contribute to our success let us contribute to yours! Whether you choose to focus on bedside care, a leadership or C-suite role, shape business and operational outcomes, or work to deliver clinical excellence behind the scenes in data science, case management or transfer centers. Unlock your potential at TriStar Skyline Medical Center!
Job Summary and Qualifications
The Infection Infection Control Nurse promotes and delivers high quality, patient-centered care by assisting with the administration of Infection Prevention policies, procedures and programs. As a part of the Infection Prevention team, the Infection Control Nurse identifies, investigates, reports, and monitors the incidence of hospital acquired infections among patients and personnel, and implements policies and procedures to prevent cross-contamination. The Infection Control Nurse is also responsible for assisting with in service programs and orientation related to infection prevention, as well as collaboration with the Employee Health Program to reduce exposures and mitigate risk.
Participates in infection prevention surveys and surveillance/rounding, based on the organization's risk assessment plan, in accordance with state, federal, and other reporting requirements. Evaluates environment, practices, products, devices, and equipment as related to infection prevention.
Applies epidemiologic principles and statistical methods to identify target populations, determine risk factors, design prevention and control strategies, analyze trends and evaluate processes related to infection prevention.
Collects and analyzes data related to infection prevention and control. Collaborates with Occupational Health to assess environment for injury/illness risks.
Implements epidemiologic investigation during the occurrence of infections and infection clusters.
Monitors and evaluates the efficacy of infection prevention activities, including methods of asepsis, sterilization, and disinfection.
Implements and conducts special studies when appropriate or requested by the Infection Prevention Committee Chairperson.
Assists in coordinating prevention and containment efforts for potential infections, pandemics, and bioterrorist events. Serves as a resource to hospital personnel and medical staff on patient placement, transmission-based precautions, and other interventions, to control or reduce infections or infectious risks.
Provides regular written and/or verbal infection prevention and outcome reports to relevant committees, departments, personnel, and external agencies.
Communicates efficiently and reports occurrences of communicable diseases to federal, state, and local public health authorities, in accordance with laws and regulations.
Maintains accurate records of healthcare associated infections among patients, in compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Reviews and updates policies and protocols as needed to maintain compliance with regulations, standards and evidence-based guidelines.
Construction oversite: retains knowledge and actively participates in collaboration with the construction team with the planning, evaluation, implementation of the infection prevention risk assessment with follow up rounds to ensure full compliance.
What qualifications you will need:
Associate Degree or higher
1+ years experience in a healthcare setting
1+ years of experience in Infection Control
1+ years of experience in a leadership Role
TriStar Skyline Medical Center is a 250+ bed facility. We are Tennessee's first comprehensive stroke center and a national leader in neuroscience. In addition, we are equipped with 3 helipads, new ICU and Medical/Surgical floors, and burn care services. We offer a CARF accredited Inpatient Rehabilitation program and are an ACS verified Level II Trauma Center. As an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI, TriStar Skyline is a leading provider of emergency heart care.
Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Infection Control Nurse opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
