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All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

+ Benefits from Day One

+ Paid Days Off from Day One

+ Student Loan Repayment Program

+ Career Development

+ Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that **together** we are even better.

**Schedule:** Full-time

**Shift** : Days

**Location:** 2525 S DOWNING ST, Denver, 80210

The role you’ll contribute:

Knowledgeable of CDC guidelines and definitions of healthcare associated infections, the Joint Commission (TJC) and Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program standards, and federal and state regulations. Responsible for the identification, investigation, reporting, prevention and control of healthcare associated infections among patients and personnel in the Physician Enterprise offices. Responsible for assisting with in-service programs related to infection prevention and accreditation requirements. Works collaboratively with the Infection Preventionist, the Clinical Risk/Accreditation Manager, and Physician Enterprise leaders to ensure continuous readiness and compliance with all accrediting body and regulatory agency requirements, across the Physician Enterprise.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

+ Leads Infection Prevention Efforts Across Physician Enterprise

+ Serves as an expert regarding CDC guidelines for infection prevention in healthcare and definitions of healthcare associated infections, TJC standards, HFAP standards, and federal and state regulations

+ Serves as an expert regarding infection prevention processes in the physician office setting

+ Attends continuing education programs and maintains current knowledge of aspects of infection prevention.

The expertise and experience you’ll need to succeed:

Required qualifications:

+ Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

+ 5 nursing care experience

+ Working knowledge of microbiology, epidemiology, infectious diseases, aseptic techniques, and current practices relative to infection prevention

+ Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

+ RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure North Carolina license

+ DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Current North Carolina license

+ Obtains membership in the Association of Practitioners of Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) after start of employment Upon Hire

+ Current auto insurance policy according to minimum NC state requirements Upon Hire

Preferred qualifications:

+ Master's

+ Experience in infection prevention preferred and healthcare accreditation

+ Experience working in a physician office

+ CIC - Certified in Infection Control and Epidemiology

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

**Category:** Infection Control

**Organization:** AdventHealth Porter

**Schedule:** Full-time

**Shift:** 1 - Day

**Req ID:** 25019808

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.