Description

Introduction

Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At TriStar Skyline Medical Center our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) Infection Control RN to join our healthcare family.

Benefits

TriStar Skyline Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

At TriStar Skyline Medical Center, our nurses play a vital part. We know that every nurse’s path and purpose is unique. Do you want to create your own personal career path in nursing? HCA Healthcare is your career destination! Our scale makes it possible for nurses to create the career path that fits their life – for life – and empowers their passion for patient care. Apply today for our Infection Control RN opportunity.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Infection Prevention Coordinator promotes and delivers high quality, patient-centered care by assisting with the administration of Infection Prevention policies, procedures and programs. As a part of the Infection Prevention team, the Infection Prevention Coordinator identifies, investigates, reports, and monitors the incidence of hospital acquired infections among patients and personnel, and implements policies and procedures to prevent cross-contamination. The Infection Prevention Coordinator is also responsible for assisting with inservice programs and orientation related to infection prevention, as well as collaboration with the Employee Health Program to reduce exposures and mitigate risk.

Participates in infection prevention surveys and surveillance/rounding, based on the organization's risk assessment plan, in accordance with state, federal, and other reporting requirements. Evaluates environment, practices, products, devices, and equipment as related to infection prevention.

Applies epidemiologic principles and statistical methods to identfy target populations, determine risk factors, design prevention and control strategies, analyze trends and evaluate processes related to infection prevention.

Collects and analyzes data related to infection prevention and control. Collaborates with Occupational Health to assess environment for injury/illness risks.

Implements epidemiologic investigation during the occurrence of infections and infection clusters.

Monitors and evaluates the efficacy of infection prevention activities, including methods of asepsis, sterilization, and disinfection.

Implements and conducts special studies when appropriate or requested by the Infection Prevention Committee Chairperson.

Assists in coordinating prevention and containment efforts for potential infections, pandemics, and bioterrorist events. Serves as a resource to hospital personnel and medical staff on patient placement, transmission-based precautions, and other interventions, to control or reduce infections or infectious risks.

Provides regular written and/or verbal infection prevention and outcome reports to relevant committees, departments, personnel, and external agencies.

Communicates efficiently and reports occurences of communicable diseases to federal, state, and local public health authorities, in accordance with laws and regulations.

Maintains accurate records of healthcare associated infections among patients, in compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.

Reviews and updates policies and protocols as needed to maintain compliance with regulations, standards and evidence-based guidelines.

Construction oversite: retains knowledge and actively participates in collaboration with the construction team with the planning, evaluation, implementation of the infection prevention risk assessment with follow up rounds to ensure full compliance.

• Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or health-related field

• 1+ years experience in a healthcare setting

• 1+ years experience in Infection Control

• 1+ years experience in a leadership role

TriStar Skyline Medical Center is a 250+ bed facility. We are Tennessee's first comprehensive stroke center and a national leader in neuroscience. In addition, we are equipped with 3 helipads, new ICU and Medical/Surgical floors, and burn care services. We offer a CARF accredited Inpatient Rehabilitation program and are an ACS verified Level II Trauma Center. As an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI, TriStar Skyline is a leading provider of emergency heart care.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Infection Control RN opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.