Exec Dir Infection Control

Company: WellStar Health System
Location: Marietta
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

At WellStar, we all share common goals. That's what makes us so successful - and such an integral part of our communities. We want the same things, for our organization, for our patients, and for our colleagues. As the--most integrated healthcare provider--in Georgia, this means we pride ourselves on investing in the communities that we serve. We continue to provide innovative care models, focused on improving quality and access to healthcare.Responsibilities Executive Director of IP serves as the System expert for all infection surveillance and analysisactivities to advance WellStar Health System operational performance related to infections. TheExecutive Director of IP ensures timely identification and disposition of infection events and supportsthe analysis of complex infection data and trends for the determination of improvement initiatives.Oversees hospitals/components development, implementation and evaluation of their infectionprevention/control plans and assists in coordinating the programs with the larger communities.Facilitates the development, and implementation of policies and procedures that govern preventionand control of infections and communicable diseases collaborating with all areas. Ensures policies andprocedures are in compliance with current regulatory standards/requirements. Works withhospitals/components to annually identify areas at risk and utilizes this information when annualsystem/hospital safety and quality goals are established. Establishes system tactics for infectionprevention/control and monitors activities around actions. The Executive Director serves as an advisorto the Product Value Analysis Teams and liaison between the analysis teams and sites. He/She alsoregularly collaborates with the Infectious Disease Physician and Director of Occupational Health andOSHA oversight as indicated. Job Requirements:Required Minimum EducationBaccalaureate degree from an accredited school of nursing, Public Health, or Epidemiology required. Masters degree from an accredited school of nursing, Public Health or Epidemiology preferred. Required Minimum Licensure/CertificationNational certification in infection control is required. Required Minimum Experience A minimum of twelve (12) years of experience in established infection prevention program at acute care hospital, including five (5) to seven (7) years of management. Two (2) years of program leadership experience is required. Experience in outpatient/ambulatory settings is preferred.

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