Job Posting
Infection Control/Employee Health & Education Director
Purpose: To plan, organize, develop, coordinate, and direct SMDH Infection Control Program and its activities in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern such program, and as may be directed to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. To provide educational opportunities throughout the hospital and in the community. To coordinate all In-service and educational activities for SMDH employees. To plan programs to increase or maintain current knowledge of employees as it applies to their specific job role. To provide health-related and/or other various educational opportunities not only for staff, but also the public we serve. Develop and implement health and safety programs. Documents and reports all employee illnesses within the workplace.
Academic, Certifications, & Trade Qualifications
• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Missouri or Compact state.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.
• American Heart Association BLS Instructor certification is required within 90 days of hire.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is required or must be obtained within two (2) years of hire.
Work Experience, Skills, and Strengths
• Minimum of two (2) years consecutive experience in field of nursing immediately prior to application
• Evidence of essential leadership, communication, education, and counseling skills
• Experience in planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs in the field of nursing is desired
• Excellent attention to detail; able to maintain complete and accurate documentation of all patient related activities
• Ability to build relationships and quickly develop trust with patients and healthcare professionals
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and respectful, professional customer service
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
• Ability to work well with patients, office staff, and providers to optimize patient care.
• Highly motivated, results-orientated with strong skills in customer service, organizing and multi-tasking
• Able to meet productivity and quality standards.
• Flexible to handle fluctuating workloads and tasks
• Acknowledges patient’s rights on confidentiality issues, maintains patient confidentiality at all times, and follows HIPAA guidelines and regulations
• Proactively continues to educate self on providing quality care and improving professional skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Good knowledge and application of computer technology; Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel, e-mail, etc.
Additional Information
Shift : Day
Contact Information
Salem Memorial District Hospital
35629 Highway 72
Salem, MO 65560
Phone: 573-729-6626 |
