Infection Preventionist/Staff Educator
UHS
Summary
As an Infection Preventionist / Staff Educator, you are directly responsible for infection surveillance and reporting, and providing technical support and education for the hospital staff. This individual also functions as a Staff Educator and is responsible for assisting the CNO in evaluating, reviewing, designing and implementing hospital training events with respect to all staff trainings.
Job description
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Develops and maintains a method of identifying and recording known or suspected infections in patients and employees.
- Carries out periodic inspections to ensure that procedures for the control of infections are being followed correctly.
- Collects and maintains statistical data of value in the identification and control of infections.
- Assists with the development of education program pertaining to infection control within the hospital.
- Regularly facilitates and/or conducts required training classes with all staff.
- Works closely with all departments to review current education and training needs.
- Recommends improvements to training programs as needed or as identified.
- Provides on-going RN Nursing Education to staff on a variety of topics as it directly relates to performance improvement initiatives, Joint Commission and other State or Federal Regulatory Agency standards/requirements.
Requirements
- Current license to practice nursing in Kentucky (or eligible to receive or renew).
- Current CPR or BLS certification.
- Desire to work in a psychiatric inpatient setting with patients of various ages.
- Preferred certification in Infection Prevention/Control (CIC).
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Retention Bonus
- Sign On Bonus
- Employee Free Meals
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.