Manager Infection Prevention

About Us

Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health’s robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.

Job Profile

Job Summary
Responsible for providing effective leadership and program direction for Infection Prevention within the respective Pavilion assigned. Develops a strategic plan for Infection Prevention Program that identifies short term goals that address immediate needs and priorities, identifies long terms goals that exemplify the desired state, and goals and objectives that are measurable. Maintains department operation and appropriate staffing (i.e. hiring, training, supervision, etc.). Prepares monthly operational and staffing productivity report and acts as a facilitator/ liaison for departments and regulatory agencies. Develops and enforces effective policies and procedures that ensure compliance with TJC, OSHA, CDC and other county, state, and federal agencies. Directs and assists in preparing reports and statistical data to the Infection Control Committee, Chief of Staff, medical Committees and/or Administration. Provides support for the development, coordination, and integration of a District-wide Infection Prevention Program. Role models effective communication, conflict management, problem solving, negotiation, change management and leadership skills. Uses a systematic approach to monitor the effectiveness of prevention and control strategies that are consistent with the organization's goals and objectives. Systematically evaluates the effectiveness of the program appropriate to the practice setting. Functions as an integral part of performance improvement initiatives to promote positive patient and employee outcomes. Acts as an information resource for healthcare workers, medical staff, committees and departments. Works with all Medical Staff Services, Nursing and Allied Health and/or Support services to promote successful resolution and outcomes. Skilled in managing a diverse group of individuals performing a variety of functions. Serves as a change agent.

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree:
Bachelors of Nursing or related field
Masters of Nursing or related field (Preferred)

Licenses & Certification:
a. Registered Nurse in the State of Texas (Preferred)
b. Certificate in Infection Control

Work Experience:Three (3) Years Work Experience in hospital related infection prevention program development and performance improvement programs. Five (5) Years Work Experience in a clinical capacity.

Management Experience: Two (2) Years of Management Experience in a hospital acute care setting.

Communication Skills: Above average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact), Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking), Writing/ Correspondence, Writing/ Reports

Languages:
Bilingual Skills (Preferred): Spanish

Proficiencies: MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel, Personal Computer

Job Attributes:

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Analytical Abilities, Design Knowledge and Skills, Mathematics, Medical Terminology Knowledge, Research Knowledge and Abilities, Statistical Knowledge and Abilities

Work Schedule: Weekends, Eligible for Telecommute

Benefits and EEOC

Harris Health System's benefits program is designed to provide you with more flexibility and choices in meeting your specific needs. Harris Health System's benefits program allows you to protect your income in case of illness, death and disability, and to help you save for retirement.

It is the policy of Harris Health System to provide equal opportunity for all applicants for employment regardless of political affiliation, race, color, national origin, age, sex, religious creed or disability. Applicants may request any reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in the application process.

Job Category

Nursing