Infection Prevention Specialist Job at Valley Children's Healthcare, Madera, CA

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  • Valley Children's Healthcare
  • Madera, CA

Job Description

Infection Prevention Specialist

Are you ready to join one of the best teams in the Nation? Based in Madera, CA, the award winning Valley Children’s Hospital has been open for 70 years and is seeking an exceptional Infection Prevention Specialist to join the team.

The Infection Prevention Specialist performs diverse functions using epidemiologic principles associated with the prevention of Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI) surveillance, analysis, and interpretation and reporting of health care associated infections. The This position is responsible for the detection and management (including investigation of clusters of healthcare associated events) and implementation of prevention measures; facilitating and providing ongoing education with both clinical and non-clinical staff, patients and families about infection prevention. This RN or CLS promotes high standards of Infection Prevention throughout the organization both on and off the Valley Children's Hospital campus and with the County, Public Health, State, and Federal public health officials.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in related field, Master's highly desirable
  • Must have either an active California Registered Nurse, Clinical Lab Scientist license or a combination of a Master's in Public Health and extensive Infection prevention experience
  • Minimum 3 years related experience required
  • Prior experience in hospital infection prevention is highly desirable
  • Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required within 24 months of hire or transfer into position

Hours, Compensation and Benefits: This is a full time, exempt level position that offers a robust benefit plan and a competitive salary based on experience.

About Valley Children’s Hospital

Valley Children’s maintains a family-like atmosphere to more than 3,500 employees and recognizes that employees play an important role in the success of the entire organization, so employees and their families are rewarded with robust benefits.

Valley Children’s is proud to have dedicated staff committed to the highest quality of pediatric care. From the moment you enter the doors, you will feel at home. They have a strong presence in the community and tremendous pride for the care they deliver. Many Valley Children’s employees have been with the organization for over 10 years while others more than 30 years and they continue to grow their career through supported professional growth and development.

Valley Children’s main campus sits in the heart of one of the most beautiful states in the nation, just a short drive from three national parks and your choice of California coastline beaches. No matter your interest, you will have many opportunities for recreation, arts, entertainment, and more.

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