RN / Infectious Disease Nursing Job in Bradenton, Florida / Hospital
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Standard Qualifications: Blake Medical Center Experience a higher standard of care at Blake Medical Center located in Bradenton, Florida just minutes from the Gulf Coast beaches. Our 383-bed acute care facility has been named a nine-time "100 Top Hospital" and a "100 Top Cardiovascular Hospital" by Thompson Reuters, formerly known as Solucient. Blake Medical Center has recently been designated a provisional Level II Trauma Center. With a strong commitment to quality care, advanced technology and professional development we make sure our employees are well cared for too. Make excellence your goal by joining Blake Medical Center. We are seeking only the very best talent! Apply online today! The Infection Control Practitioner coordinates the hospital's Infection Control in compliance with the established policies, procedures and standards of care. Provides surveillance and education relative to the prevention, detection, identification and control of infectious/communicable diseases within the hospital. Role Accountabilities Include: Performs assessment, reassessment, development and implementation of the Infection Control Plan in accordance with regulatory agencies and all federal and state requirements. Assesses patients for risk of transmission or exposure to infections and implements appropriate safety precautions and follow up procedures. Utilizes and integrates all available pertinent data in developing Infection Control Plan that meets the needs of all customers. Interprets data to determine when patients or employees are at acute risk for infection and takes appropriate measures including notifying physician and/or Department Director. Demonstrates knowledge of the specific conditions, diseases, and treatment therapies for the specific patient/health care worker population of the organization. Participates in patient rounding to improve patient outcomes and positively affect overall patient experience. Conducts surveillance, reporting, data analysis and identifies healthcare associated infections using NHSN criteria, CDC guidelines. Complies with CMS, notifiable diseases and organizational reporting requirements.
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