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EL PASO CHILDRENS HOSPITAL CORPORATION

Infection Preventionist RN, FT Days

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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.

$81,804 / year median in Texas

+16% projected growth

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Infection Preventionist RN, FT Days
EL PASO CHILDRENS HOSPITAL CORPORATION - 3.3
El Paso, TX Job Details Full-time 12 hours ago Qualifications Photography Nursing Digital imaging Equipment sterilization RN License Writing skills Acute care facility experience Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree in nursing Computer skills Teaching Nursing Full Job Description Assists and works alongside the Infection Control Director in functions that administer, direct, plan, evaluate the surveillance, prevention, and control of infection, and associated adverse events as approved by the Infection Control Committee and administration.
Minimum Position Requirements Work Experience:
Three years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care facility.
License/Registration/Certification:
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas. Certified by the Association for Practitioners in Infection Control within two years from hire date and/or next available test date.
Education and Training:
Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
Skills:
Possesses effective oral and written communication skills. Possesses critical thinking and problem solving skills. Ability to analyze data and complex problems and situations and realize potential effects of proposed actions. Basic skills in teaching methodologies, techniques, and aids. Effective interpersonal skills. Knowledge of cause and control of communicable diseases. Knowledge of principles of sterilization, disinfection and sanitization. Skilled in the use of computer systems including digital camera and scanner, and related software applications.