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Infection Prevention Specialist
Alegent Health, Omaha, NE
Participate in a dynamic, supportive and
growing team in the Omaha metro area as an Infection
Prevention Specialist.
This position is 40 hours per week, salaried,
and requires weekend call coverage. Some travel to sites
around the metro and regional area required.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Perform infection surveillance activities to
identify opportunities for improvement. Report findings and
recommendations to the appropriate committees, individuals or
outside agencies as appropriate/required. Collaborate with
infectious disease physicians, environment of care Safety
Officers and Occupational Health staff in investigations,
studies and other activities related to the improvement in
infection prevention practices. Collaborate with local and
national regulatory agencies in response to community and
national events such as bioterrorism, community outbreaks and
natural disasters.
QUALIFICATIONS Experience
• Four years of progressive clinical experience as a
healthcare professional
• One year experience in Infection Control and Joint
Commission accreditation processes is preferred.
• Strong emphasis on critical thinking and process
improvement principles and strategies or any comparable
combination of experience.
Education/Licensure Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in health care field, BSN preferred,
with current unencumbered nursing licensure.
• Current Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or
realization within 4 years of hire.
Preferred: Masters in Nursing or Health
Related Field
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Must possess substantial understanding of Infection
Prevention principles and practices, strong knowledge of
applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and professional
standards.
• Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively and
work successfully with medical staff members.
• Strong communication skills and very strong planning
skills are required.
• Facilitation skills are required and applicant must
demonstrate personal traits including: high level of
motivation, team orientation, professionalism, trust and place
a high value on treating others with dignity and respect.
Position will remain posted until filled.
Interested applicants please respond to:
Elizabeth Schou, Talent Acquisition Partner
Alegent Health
402-717-1858
Elizabeth.schou@alegent.org
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