Hospital Epidemiology Coordinator (Hiring Immediately) - Camden (NJ)
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**Short Description**
Assists with day to-day supervision of the Infection Prevention department andprogram. Has significant prior experience in both infection preventioncontrol
and a related field (e.g. nursing, microbiology, epidemiology).
Demonstrates competence in CDC NHSN Hospital acquired infection surveillanceand Reporting requirements. Carries out collection, analysis, & reporting of
data on infections.
Serves as a knowledgeable source of TJC, OSHA and CDC recommendations forinfection prevention.
Will provide routine education and orientation to associates regarding topicsassociated with infection prevention as requested to support the hospital-
based infection prevention management team and to keep training and education.
Materials current. Provides consultation regarding infection control matters.Demonstrates competence in sterilization and high-level Disinfection
procedures. Inspects inpatient areas as well as outpatient
officesclinicsfacilities associated with Cooper for regulatory standards in
infection prevention and related employee safety with the Participation in
tracer activity as assigned. Reports all findings to the appropriate
responsible entity.
Works closely with the DirectorHospital EpidemiologistInfection PreventionCommittee to assist with the development of all infection prevention
activities. Investigates clustersoutbreaksincreased rates of infections.
Investigates potential exposures to communicable diseases and communicates to
all with a need to know. Reports designated diseasesdata to NJDOH or other
State agencies as required.
Applies Cooper core values. Other duties as required.
**Experience Required**
2 years in an acute care hospital and One year in Infection Prevention
**Education Requirements**
BSN (RN) , Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Bachelor’s in a healthcare relatedfield. (Advanced degree preferred, ie MPH, MD, NP, etc.)
**LicenseCertification Requirements**
Certified in Infection Prevention & Control (CIC) required