Position Overview
DescriptionInvestigates and documents possible infectious outbreaks and works with administration and the departments involved to correct the problem
ResponsibilitiesRoles & Responsibilities:
Knows CDC Guidelines and National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) associated infection tracking system.Investigate and document possible infectious outbreaks, working with the administration and the departments involved to correct the problem.Conducts daily surveillance of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) according to NHSN definitions and reports results to IP team and leadershipConducts regular surveillance of Surgical Site Infections according to NHSN definitions.Conducts and monitors surveillance of infections assigned by hospital epidemiologist or hospital leadership.Ensures that infection control guidelines for all departments are current and appropriate.Ensures that JCAHO mandated Infecti...