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Infection Preventionist Part-Time-AdventHealth Lenexa City Center

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

+ Vision, Medical & Dental Benefits from Day One

+ Student Loan Repayment Program

+ Received Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in January 2019

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its 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:** Part-Time

**Shift** :

3 days a week during the day.

Days TBD.

No weekends.

**Location:** AdventHealth Lenexa City Center

16950 West 86th Street

Lenexa, KS 66219

The community youll be caring for:

Our newest hospital in the Kansas City metro area AdventHealth Lenexa City Center will include around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services and inpatient beds for medical-surgical and short-stay units.

The new campus will include:

+ 244,000 square feet

+ Capacity for 98 total beds (44 on opening and 54 slated for future expansion)

+ Four operating rooms (two upon opening and two slated for future dates)

For more information on our new hospital please visit: AdventHealth Lenexa City Center (https://www.adventhealth.com/adventhealth-lenexa-city-center)

The role youll contribute:

The Infection Preventionist is part of a multi-entity facility Infection Prevention and Control team and reports to the Manager of Infection Prevention and Control. The Infection Preventionist will demonstrate the ability to provide surveillance and intervention in the prevention and transmission of infectious diseases. Utilization of expertise in Infection Control principles, practice and process improvement are required. Integration of workflow utilizing the electronic health record, NHSN, state and national reporting processes, organizational goals and integration into the community health networks are mandatory. Communication skills within the multidisciplinary team are required to facilitate the role within both clinical practice, facility readiness for emergencies and construction.

The value youll bring to the team:

Assists in maintaining an infection surveillance, prevention and control program based on the organization's risk assessment and plan, in accordance with state, federal, and other reporting requirements

+ Monitors patients for the occurrence of communicable diseases, HAIs, and resistant and epidemiologically important organisms.

+ Monitors infectious diseases and epidemiologically significant organisms occurring in the community via laboratory reports and public health reports.

+ Monitors cleaning processes throughout the facility, including high level disinfection and sterilization procedures.

+ Collects, manages and analyzes surveillance data using standardized methodology and defined criteria Maintains departmental records to be in compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.

+ Reports surveillance /laboratory data, findings and analyses to the appropriate committees, patient care units, personnel, and external agencies

+ Identifies and evaluates clusters of infections and potential outbreak, investigates and implements control measures.

+ Recommends isolation precautions according to the organization's policies and procedures.

+ Assists in developing and maintaining evidence-based infection prevention and control policies and protocols in accordance with regulatory, government and accrediting/licensing agency requirements and recommendations of relevant professional organizations.

+ Evaluates products, devices and equipment relating to infection prevention and control.

+ Monitors and evaluates the efficacy of infection prevention and control strategies. Collaborates with other departments throughout the facility to design and implement strategies to prevent HAIs and transmission of multidrug-resistant organisms and other epidemiologically important organisms.

+ Investigates exposures to communicable disease and initiates appropriate measures to prevent the transmission of disease.

+ Collaborates with employee health personnel on matters such as exposure management and immunization.

+ Participates in orientation programs and required annual education program.

+ Develops or obtains educational materials and programs, as needed, for personnel, patients and visitors.

+ Provides education on hand hygiene, aseptic technique, infection prevention and control strategies, antiseptics and disinfectants, specific infectious diseases, and other related health care Issues.

+ Works with facilities management and other personnel to evaluate infection risks associated with renovation and construction projects and identify control measures.

+ Assists the organization to evaluate and maintain readiness for state, federal, and accrediting agency surveys.

Qualifications

The expertise and experience youll need to succeed:

Required Knowledge:

+ Computer literate, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and ability to obtain, enter and manage data using computer. Excellent oral and written communication skills

+ Infection Control practice

+ Communication skills

+ Problem Solving

Education and Experience Required

+ Associate Degree in Nursing

+ Bedside clinical practice and/or infection control practitioner experience within the past 3 years

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

Kansas Registered Nurse License or Compact Multi State RN license

LICENSURE CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:

Certified Professional in Infection Control and Prevention (CIC)

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 Lenexa City Center

**Schedule:** Part-time

**Shift:** 1 - Day

**Req ID:** 25026038

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.