Infection Preventionist RN Per Diem
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Saint Peters Healthcare System
New Brunswick, NJ, US
Summary
The Infection Preventionist performs targeted surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and monitors infection-related data. They also ensure that nursing protocols are evidence-based and provide educational support to staff.
Job Description
Infection Preventionist RN Per Diem
Infection Prevention
Saint Peter's is among the few hospitals in the world to have earned its 7th consecutive Magnet® designation and its first Magnet with Distinction designation. The Magnet with Distinction designation is an elite level of this recognition, awarded to organizations that demonstrate exceptional performance in nursing practices and patient outcomes. Our team of award-winning nurses is growing, and we are looking for talented, compassionate RNs to join our team.
The Infection Preventionist RN Per Diem will:
- Perform targeted surveillance of health care associated infections
- Identify and monitor infection related data (nosocomial and community acquired), analyze and provide information to key customers
- Report communicable diseases as required by law
- Ensure Infection Prevention and Nursing protocols and policies are evidence-based, up to date, and implemented at the bedside
- Identify educational needs and provide consultation and support for educational activities.
- Maintains knowledge of current Infection Prevention practices. Demonstrates competency in performing all job related processes and procedures within the scope of practice.
Requirements:
- Current licensed Registered Nurse in New Jersey preferred, or Masters in Public Health, B.S. in Nursing
or Microbiology or Licensed Medical Technologist. - Minimum three (3) years staff nurse experience or lab/ microbiology experience in an acute care
setting. Previous experience in infection control preferred. - Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred. Must be obtained after three (3) years in the role.
- BLS Certification, as approved by the American Heart Association.
Salary Range: 43.64 - 71.99 USD
We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.
The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.
Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.
You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.
SAINT PETER’S HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
Saint Peter’s Healthcare System, Inc. is a New Jersey nonprofit corporation sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. The System consists of Saint Peter’s University Hospital, Saint Peter’s Health & Management Services Corporation and The Saint Peter’s Foundation.
SAINT PETER’S UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Saint Peter’s University Hospital is an award-winning 478-bed acute-care teaching hospital sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. Saint Peter’s is a state-designated children’s hospital and a regional perinatal center, and is a regional specialist in geriatrics, oncology, orthopedics, women’s services, and ambulatory care.
As one of just five hospitals in the world to be named a six-time Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, Saint Peter's University Hospital knows the importance of establishing an environment that encourages professional development, emphasizing teamwork, providing patients with a nursing staff that delivers an extraordinary level of patient care and meeting high levels of excellence.
The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital provides families with access to a full range of pediatric specialties, including pediatric cardiology through its affiliation with The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Saint Peter’s is a sponsor of residency programs in obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics and internal medicine, and is a major clinical affiliate of Rutgers University Biomedical and Health Sciences. Saint Peter’s also sponsors residency programs in radiology and orthopedic surgery.
Founded
1907
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
New Brunswick, NJ
SAINT PETER’S HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
Saint Peter’s Healthcare System, Inc. is a New Jersey nonprofit corporation sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. The System consists of Saint Peter’s University Hospital, Saint Peter’s Health & Management Services Corporation and The Saint Peter’s Foundation.
SAINT PETER’S UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Saint Peter’s University Hospital is an award-winning 478-bed acute-care teaching hospital sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. Saint Peter’s is a state-designated children’s hospital and a regional perinatal center, and is a regional specialist in geriatrics, oncology, orthopedics, women’s services, and ambulatory care.
As one of just five hospitals in the world to be named a six-time Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, Saint Peter's University Hospital knows the importance of establishing an environment that encourages professional development, emphasizing teamwork, providing patients with a nursing staff that delivers an extraordinary level of patient care and meeting high levels of excellence.
The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital provides families with access to a full range of pediatric specialties, including pediatric cardiology through its affiliation with The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Saint Peter’s is a sponsor of residency programs in obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics and internal medicine, and is a major clinical affiliate of Rutgers University Biomedical and Health Sciences. Saint Peter’s also sponsors residency programs in radiology and orthopedic surgery.
Founded
1907
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
New Brunswick, NJ
