Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Infection Prevention Manager in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Infection Prevention ManagerReq #:0000140873
Category:Nursing Manager
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:RWJ New Brunswick
Department:Infection Control
Location:
Main Hospital - New Brunswick, One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Overview:
RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Infection Prevention Manager for our Infection Control Department at the New Brunswick campus.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Microbiology OR other Health Science-Related Field
Certification in Infection Prevention CIC required
At least 2 years of Infection Prevention experience
Must be knowledgeable of infection prevention and control principles, practices, and procedures as evidenced by certification.
Scheduling Requirements:
Day Shift
FT
Essential Functions:
The Infection Prevention Manager will work under the guidance and leadership of the Infection Prevention Director and assist the Director in all activities related to the operations of the Infection Prevention department including monitoring and investigating of known or suspected sources of hospital and community acquired cases of infections in order to control and prevent infections in our patients, employees and visitors.
Assists the Director with the oversight of the daily work in the Department such as accurate isolation protocols, interpretation of lab data appropriately and communication to the NJDOH of any reportable diseases.
Provides content and presents Infection Prevention-related education to all staff.
Guides the analysis and reporting of community and healthcare acquired data from all hospital departments and recommends improvement techniques.
Assists the Director on planning agenda for hospital Infection Prevention Committee meetings.
Creates and reviews Infection Prevention policies as well as the Infection Prevention and Control Plan to meet regulatory requirements.
Ensures that all required Hospital/Ambulatory Care /Dialysis regulatory data needs are met and ensures the accuracy of the hospital acquired infection data.
Leads the other Infection Preventionists in the department on assigning projects and committee meetings.
Meets long-term and short-term deadlines.
Reviews sterilization and disinfection techniques and recommends changes as needed.
Serves as a subject matter expert on Joint Commission and Conditions of Participation standards in regard to Infection Prevention.
Fills in for the Director during Infection Prevention Joint Commission Survey, NJDOH, CMS or OSHA interviews as needed.
Assists the Director in supervision of department staff in activities such as staff meetings, competency/certification and annual appraisal performance including training and education and new Infection Prevention Orientation.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
