Infection Control Coordinator (FT)

You belong here! At Family Health West, you're more than an employee, you're family. When you enter our facility, you know it's Family Health West because, well, the color speaks for itself. You'll be part of a team that strives to bring color to care in a vibrant environment by creating fun, effective treatment programs helping to empower and inspire our patients while providing the tools and care they need to achieve their wellness goals. When we say you'll do what you love, we mean it! Welcomed by open arms and warm smiles, you'll join a team that encourages professional growth. We are sure to put on our listening ears when you share new ideas and approaches to care because that's what got us to the top! You'll wear your badge proudly, knowing that you contribute each day, to providing care that is unmatched, in western Colorado. So, what are you waiting for?! Fill out the application now, and when you hit send do a little happy dance knowing that you just made our day. If it still sounds too good to be true, come see for yourself. Call us to schedule a tour and meet your new best friends! About Family Health West Our roots go deep -- founded by the community in 1946, it's no wonder our hospital feels like coming home. We were built from the ground up with the hands of our own community, a labor of dedication and hope by our people, for our people, for the future. At Family Health West we go beyond what corporate hospitals deliver, we've created a culture of prosperity where warmth, passion, and care flourishes. As we focus on continually improving outcomes for patients, our network of healthcare providers includes a 25-bed critical access hospital, one of the largest rehab providers in western Colorado, outpatient surgical services, specialty clinics, emergency services, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities. Nestled at the base of the Colorado National Monument, Family Health West has an outdoor paradise at your back door. The community culture is fitting for outdoor lovers, bikers, hikers, or those just simply soaking in the panoramic views.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reliable and punctual attendance is essential; expected to be at job as scheduled each scheduled day. Communicate necessary information to others as appropriate Apply epidemiologic principles and statistical methods, including risk stratification, to identify target population, analyze trends and risk factors, and design, and evaluate prevention and control strategies. Communicate necessary information to others as appropriate. Conduct on-going surveillance using CDC infection criteria, documentation and investigation of nosocomial infections through review of admission diagnoses, microbiology culture results, isolation orders, patient records, antibiotic usage, consultation requests, and post-discharge surveillance in order to collect and report on HAIs and conditions and to implement control measures that decrease risk of infection to patients and personnel. Conduct environmental rounds in inpatient and surgical service areas to surveil infection control practices and do one-on-one teaching and just-in-time training with staff members in order to find and correct issues relating to infection prevention practices. Coordinate investigations of any infection outbreaks in the organization with coordination of reporting to county/state health departments and higher authorities if necessary. Evaluate effectiveness of the surveillance program and modify as necessary. Participate in quality/performance improvement activities by assessing, monitoring and measuring nosocomial infections and evaluating outcomes on a continuous basis. Coordinate the quarterly infection control committee meetings. Plan, organize develop and implement educational programs for all hospital employees to increase awareness of nosocomial infections, techniques for avoidance and preventative measures to provide a safe environment for hospital employees and patients. Create and maintain policies and procedures which provide a program of preventative practices for hospital personnel to follow relating to exposure to infectious diseases and prevention of spread. Develop an antibiotic stewardship program (in coordination with Pharmacy department and the Quality Coordinator) for the hospital that addresses combatting antimicrobial resistance through implementation of a robust stewardship program that follows nationally recognized guidelines for appropriate antibiotic use. EDUCATION, LICENSE, CERTIFICATION and

EXPERIENCE

Education Bachelors Degree in Nursing ,Public Health, Microbiology, or equivalent Licenses Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Colorado if applicable Certifications Completion of the CIC Courses within 6 month of hire Experience 2+ years related experience required or preferred. Wage Range Wage starts at $33.92 and goes up with experience

HIRING TIME

Position is open until filled. Immunizations required for employment Benefits FHW offers a full benefits package including:

FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Employee Assistance Program 403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and zero day vesting schedule

FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES WORKING AT LEAST 30 HOURS A WEEK

Medical Plan Options:

I. PPO plan with copay/coinsurance and lower deductible II. High Deductible Health Plan with the option for a Health Savings Account. III. Telemedicine includes in both plan options. Dental Vision Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Disability Insurance with a Short and Long Term Option.

Critical Illness and Accident Plans Cafeteria Options:

Health Reimbursement/ Flex Savings A host of other options to include: Pet Insurance, Identity Protection, Travel protection,