Infection Preventionist Registered Nurse (RN), Infection Control (Part-Time) Req #: 0000183527
Category: Nursing
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ Rahway
Department: Infection Control
Location: RWJUH Rahway Hospital, 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065

Job overview:
The Infection Preventionist RN is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the IP office. Review daily positive microbiology lab cultures. Discuss patients with MDRO placements with NM s, nursing staff and Admitting Office as necessary. Interact with the local health departments and communicate reportable diseases internally and externally. Enter reportable disease cases into the CDRSS for the NJDHSS. Submit mandatory data to NHSN as required. Serve as a consultant on infection prevention to staff, patients/families. Serve as the Co-Chair of the infection Prevention Council. Serve as the Program Leader for the Infection Prevention NPSG under the Quality Pillar for Operation Excellence. Serves as a member of the Nurse Practice, Patient Safety, P&T, Emergency Management, EOC, Skin Care, Pt/Family Education, Operative & Invasive, Patient Outcome, Medical Outcome and Critical Care committees.

Qualifications:
Required:

Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursingBachelor s degree (BA/BS/BSN)2-5 years of direct experience in the field and advanced certificationAdditional experience is required, based upon specific department needsKnowledge of Regulatory Standards (NJDHSS, CMS, Joint Commission, Patient Safety Act and Sentinel Event, CDC, NDSN Reporting) is requiredComputer experience with Microsoft Office Suite and IC database is required

Preferred:

Completion of Clinical experience in NLN accredited school or Epidemiology

Certifications and Licenses Required:

Current Registered Nurse License in the state of New JerseyBasic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart AssociationNational certification Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is required or achievable within 2 years of hire

Scheduling Requirements:

Part-TimeDay shift20 hours weekly

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:
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 InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas 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.

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RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer