Infection Prevention and Control Nurse

• Min USD $32.95/Hr.
• Max USD $52.73/Hr.
• Overview Responsible for the identification and classification of healthcare acquired infection events, nursing indicators, and quality outcomes.
• Provides guidance in infection prevention and control for healthcare staff, patients, families, and general public.
• Serves as an educator and participates in educational programs for infection prevention and control.
• Collaborates with employee health in development of policies related to the risk of disease transmission.
• Assists with the immunization program.
• Participates in research when appropriate and incorporates research findings into evidence based clinical practice To review Memorial's Benefits click here: Benefits - Memorial HR

Qualifications

Education: · Baccalaureate degree required. Post-graduate work preferred but not required.Licensure/Certification/Registry: · Registered Nurse in state of Illinois required. · CPR certification preferred.Experience: · Two years hospital experience in acute care required. · Data collection experience preferred.Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: · Ability to work cooperatively with others. · Willing to engage in individual study. · Good communication skills.