Job Responsibilities

• Designs, delivers and coordinates education for Infection Preventionists regarding access, functionality and reporting on all required software platforms.

• Participates in quality and process improvement initiatives addressing infection prevention issues at both the entity and system level.

• Trains, supports and mentors system Infection Preventionists.

• Travels to Baptist facilities for survey readiness, TJC and DNV surveys, and infection prevention program assessments.

• Demonstrates the ability to build trusting collaborative relationships with multi-disciplinary teams. Leads and/or actively participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings.

• Demonstrates skill in applying evidence-based practice guidelines and regulatory standards (CMS, TJC, DNV-GL, OSHA, etc.) when assessing the environment, observing patient care activities and processes, and developing or revising policies and procedures.

• Acts as a subject matter expert and leader regarding infection prevention issues. Develops and revises policies and procedures that are consistent with system guidelines, evidence-based guidelines and regulatory standards.

• Demonstrates initiative in professional development and continuing education. Attends professional meetings and educational offerings.

• Analyzes and prepares Infection Prevention data. Presents and discusses pertinent data at various committee meetings.

• Prepares and presents educational workshops, lectures, discussions or one-to-one instruction on infection prevention topics. Provides community education on Infection Prevention topics.

• Understands, applies and supports departmental, entity and system policies, guidelines, procedures and standards.

• Exhibits efficiency, competency and professionalism that promotes a positive work environment.