Summary

The System Infection Prevention Manager is responsible for oversight and maintenance of all Infection Prevention-related software programs and modules. Provides leadership, training and support to Infection Preventionists across the system. Coordinates the review and revision of Infection Prevention policies and procedures consistent with current regulatory requirements and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Designs, delivers and coordinates education for Infection Preventionists regarding access, functionality and reporting on all required software platforms.
• Participates in quality and process improvement initiatives addressing infection prevention issues at both the entity and system level.
• Trains, supports and mentors system Infection Preventionists.
• Demonstrates the ability to build trusting collaborative relationships with multi-disciplinary teams. Leads and/or actively participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings.
• Demonstrates skill in applying evidence-based practice guidelines and regulatory standards (CMS, TJC, DNV-GL, OSHA, etc.) when: assessing the environment; observing patient care activities and processes and developing/revising policies and procedures.
• Acts as a subject matter expert and leader regarding infection prevention issues. Develops and revises policies and procedures that are consistent with system guidelines, evidence-based guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Demonstrates initiative in professional development and continuing education. Attends professional meetings and educational offerings.
• Analyzes and prepares Infection Prevention data. Presents and discusses pertinent data at various committee meetings.
• Prepares and presents educational workshops, lectures, discussions or one-to-one instruction on infection prevention topics. Provides community education on Infection Prevention topics.
• Understands, applies and supports departmental/entity/system policies, guidelines, procedures and standards.
• Exhibits efficiency, competency and professionalism that promotes a positive work environment.

Requirements, Preferences and Experience

Education

Preferred: BSN

Experience

Minimum: Five (5) years of clinical experience as a registered nurse required. Minimum of five years of experience in Infection Prevention required.

Licensure, Registration, Certification

Minimum: RN, Certification in Infection Control (CIC), Driver's License

Special Skills

Minimum: Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Infection Prevention data mining system. Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgement is a professional area. Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of work flow. Skill and proficiency in apply highly technical principles, concepts and techniques to achieve optimal outcomes. Proficiency in all aspects of Infection Prevention data mining systems required

About Baptist Memorial Health Care

At Baptist, we owe our success to our colleagues, who have both technical expertise and a compassionate attitude. Every day they carry out Christ's three-fold ministry-healing, preaching and teaching. And, we reward their efforts with compensation and benefits packages that are highly competitive in the Mid-South health care community. For two consecutive years, Baptist has won a Best in Benefits award for offering the best benefit plans compared with their peer groups. Winners are chosen based on plan designs, premiums and the results of a Benefits Benchmarking Survey.

At Baptist, We Offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Paid vacation/time off
• Continuing education opportunities
• Generous retirement plan
• Health insurance, including dental and vision
• Sick leave
• Service awards
• Free parking
• Short-term disability
• Life insurance
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts
• Education assistance/continuing education
• Employee referral program

Job Summary:
Position: 10924 - System Manager-Infection Prevention
Facility: BMHCC Corporate Office
Department: HS Quality Corporate
Category: Leadership & Administration
Type: Non Clinical
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Location: US:TN:Memphis
Located in the Memphis metro area