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Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Genesis? Click here:** **MercyOne Genesis | Stronger. Together. As One! (https://www.genesishealth.com/)

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire an Infection Prevention Specialist. As a Prevention Specialist you will:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the** **MercyOne (** **Trinity Health)** **Mission,** **Vision,** **Core** **V** **al** **ues, Actions and Promise in** **behaviors,** **practices, and decisions.

Assists with ongoing targeted surveillance of infections in patients and collaborates with Employee Health for infection risks among colleagues.

Keeps accurate record of healthcare-associated infections. Compiles, analyzes and interprets surveillance data to determine: a.) the prevalence of pathogens and trends in infections per unit, b.) if standards/thresholds are met, and c.) to isolate causes of patterns when identified. The Specialist is responsible for collaborating with leadership to facilitate corrective action strategies for infection prevention.

Prepares and presents infection control data and reports to the Infection Control Committee and other stakeholders.

Identifies and promptly reports epidemiological variations in levels of disease to the Infection Prevention Coordinator and chairperson of the Infection Control Committee and implements recommendations for prevention and control.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

An understanding of the health care environment and all applicable laws and regulations.

Proven time management skills with the ability to prioritize and organize work/projects in a fast-paced working environment so that all tasks are completed on time and accurately.

Keeps current in area of expertise and assure that standards and practices reflect best practice within area of expertise.

Maintains a professional, collaborative work environment so as to foster a positive public image for MercyOne.

Possesses a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of MercyOne and Trinity Health.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:** **Bachelor’s degree, or higher preferred

Experience** **: Requires a minimum of three (3) years of experience in healthcare setting.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit** **MercyOne Careers (https://www.mercyone.org/careers/)** **to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran