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Infection Preventionist - Infection Control

Job ID 335960 Date posted 06/18/2024
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • Full Time
  • Benefit Eligible
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Overview

At Mayo Clinic, you will become a vital member of a dynamic team at one of the world's most exceptional health care institutions. Our Nursing Care Model combines Relationship-Based Care with an evidence-based approach. This allows for a stronger connection between patient and caregiver, and a more individualized, appropriate type of care. You will also discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect, and—most importantly—a life-changing career.

Job Description

CityJacksonville

StateFL

RemoteNO

DepartmentNursing

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.


Responsibilities

The Infection Preventionist is responsible for activities to reduce the risk of infection transmission to patients, visitors, and employees. Key job functions include surveillance of significant infections, the management of critical data and information, guidance and consultation in infection control practice, and the development and provision of infection control education. Computer hardware, appropriate software utilization and critical thinking must be incorporated into daily job functions. The Infection Preventionist has the responsibility to coordinate designated components of the Infection Prevention and Control Program as assigned. 
A successful Infection Preventionist will be able to:
• Work as both an autonomous practitioner and a team member.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge and advances his/her infection control education, knowledge, and skills 
• Keep current on best practices through evidence-based research, consensus, and guidelines
• Set priorities, manage workload, and meet deadlines 
• Communicate effectively and build partnerships with a wide variety of healthcare workers.
• Demonstrate competency



Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited baccalaureate nursing program with successful experience as a Registered Nurse within the previous three years; or bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, medical technologist, clinical laboratory science, microbiology, biology, epidemiology, or public health; or master degree in applicable health related field. 

Direct relevant experience and certification in infection control may substitute for education requirements. 

Masters in nursing, public health, or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) preferred

Additional Qualifications:

Microbiology or hospital clinical lab experience preferred

Public health experience preferred

Experience in infection control within an acute care setting preferred

License or Certification:

Certification in Infection Control is preferred.

If not certified in infection control, must be willing to complete a basic infection prevention and control training course within the first 6 months of hire.

 Current license or registration required if applicable to degree e.g. current RN license, medical technologist, medical or clinical laboratory scientist.

Certification in Infection Control (CIC) will be required within three years from hire if not previously certified.

Expected to maintain CIC once achieved.



Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm, with on call rotations required

Weekend Schedule

N/A

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.


Recruiter

Alexis Hayden
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Career Path

Mayo Clinic offers many different nursing career opportunities to meet the needs of nursing professionals with a variety of educational and work experiences.

Whether you have a vocational certificate, or an associate, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, Mayo Clinic's multidisciplinary, team-oriented work environment presents opportunities that are rarely experienced elsewhere.

High School Diploma/Vocational Degree

  • Health Unit Coordinator
  • Surgical Core/Sterilization Technician
  • Patient Care/Nursing Assistant or Technician
  • Emergency Department Technician
  • IV Technician
  • Urology Technician
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Medical Assistant
  • Associate Degree
  • Registered Nurse
  • Certified Surgical Technologist

Bachelor's Degree

  • Certified Surgical Assistant
  • Clinical Resource Nurse
  • Nursing Research
  • Social Worker
  • Registered Nurse
  • Nurse Supervisor
  • Nurse Manager

Graduate Degree

  • Nursing Education Specialist
  • Nurse Scientist
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
  • Nurse Leadership
  • Social Worker

Benefits

  • Pension & 403(b)/401(k) Match

  • Continuing Medical Education

  • Paid Time Off & Disability

  • Relocation Assistance

  • Choose From a Wide Number of Specialties and Settings

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