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900 Emory Healthcare

RN Infection Prevention & Control

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What they do

An Epidemiologist collects information and investigates diseases, infections or other health problems that appear in a community. Analyzes data gathered from surveys, interviews, observations or samples, and reports findings. May direct studies of public health problems and advise on ways to prevent or treat problems or reduce risks.

$86,830 / year median in Georgia

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Work Shift:
Day - 8 Hour (United States of America)8:00am - 5:00pm (40 Weekly Hours) The Infection Prevention & Control Nurse is responsible for assisting in the coordination of the hospital-wide Infection Control Program which includes surveillance, analysis, and reporting of nosocomial infections; educating employees about infection control; and the development of health system policies and procedures to insure rigorous infection control standards that meet Joint Commission, OSHA, Public Health Department and Center for Disease Control requirements. In collaboration with the Infection Control Manager, the Infection Control Nurse supports and acts as a resource to Administration, Medical Staff and all hospital services.
Required Education & Training:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Required Experience:
Two (2) years' RN experience.
Required Certification/Registration/Licensure:
Current
AHA/ARC BLS
certification. Current US state RN license with authorization to practice in the state of GA.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Utilizes a variety of standard office equipment to include computer, printer, fax machines, copier, etc. Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
FTE:
1
Expanded Work Shift:
On Call: