The Infection Prevention Manager is an experienced Infection Preventionist responsible for the day-to-today management of the Infection Prevention department that provides knowledge, guidance, and oversite to all activities within the team. In collaboration with the Medical Director of Infection prevention, they will set and monitor the ongoing infection prevention and control (IPC) strategy for AnMed and ensure the achievement of IPC targets. This is a working manager role with duties and responsibilities as an Infection Preventionist as needed by the department.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications include:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Respiratory, Medical Lab or other related public health field
• Specialized knowledge: Advanced knowledge of Principles of Epidemiology and infectious disease; Infectious disease laws and regulations; and public health/communicable diseases policy and procedures
• Skills: Skill in identifying problems and recommending/implementing solutions. Able to prepare and maintain records and written reports, as well as competence in oral presentations. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, hospital and medical staff, and the public. Proficient in communicating clearly and effectively with multiple constituents. Proficient in negotiating complex systems to promote positive change. Proficient in computer usage; particularly database and spreadsheet analysis. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to ensure a safe working environment.
• Abilities: Ability to interpret, adapt, apply, and ensure appropriate compliance with guidelines and procedures. Ability to analyze situations and apply critical thinking.
• Professional certification: Certification in Infection prevention required. RN license required if RN.
• Experience: 3-5 years infection prevention experience in hospital setting required.

Preferred Qualifications include:

• Leadership in a hospital-based infection prevention program
• Master’s degree in nursing, or public health field.

About AnMed

About AnMedFounded in 1908, AnMed is an independent, not-for-profit health system serving Upstate South Carolina and northeast Georgia. It is licensed for 601 beds and anchored by AnMed Medical Center, a 508-bed acute-care hospital that has earned the prestigious Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The system also includes the Oglesby Specialty Inpatient Center, AnMed North Campus and AnMed Rehabilitation Hospital in Anderson, AnMed Cannon in Pickens and more than 60 physician practices. AnMed locations are spread from Easley to Hartwell, Georgia. More than 30 specialties are represented on staff. Named one of the nation’s 153 “Great Community Hospitals” by Becker’s Hospital Review, AnMed has more than 370 physicians and 3,600 employees, and it is Anderson County’s largest employer. Learn more at AnMed.org.

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