Clinical Effectiveness Consultant III, Infection Preventionist Registered Nurse

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! 

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

Position Overview:

This position serves as primary support to clinical and operational leadership in monitoring and evaluating processes for outcomes management, performance improvement, patient safety and regulatory compliance. Develops and coordinates components of the Sutter Health's Clinical Effectiveness and Performance Improvement (PI) Program. Facilitates clinical improvement activities utilizing PI methodologies, and serves as a resource to assist and train others on performance improvement methodologies and evidence-based patient safety and quality initiatives. Provides all levels of management, physicians, and clinical staff with accurate and timely information for effective decision making utilizing internal and external decision support systems.

Coordinates activities related to the Infection Prevention Program with an emphasis on the prevention of infection in patients, employees, physicians, and visitors in order to continuously improve patient outcomes. Under the direction of the Area Director, the Infection Preventionist provides leadership and consultation regarding Infection Prevention to physicians, staff, patients and their families. Supports operations in accordance with overall ambulatory surgery center strategies, policies and procedures. Provides assistance during investigation of outbreaks, exposures or other infection control initiatives. Gathers and reports communicable disease data to the appropriate Health System and regulatory agencies.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma:
Associate or Bachelor Degree in Nursing,
 

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
RN-Registered Nurse of California

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
Two years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Power Point, and Excel is required. Ability to format tables, retrieve data via queries, and create presentations via Power Point. Ability to navigate an electronic health record required.

In-depth Knowledge of accreditation and regulatory standards

Must demonstrate written/verbal interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills. ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of personalities and departments, including medical staff members.

Ability to manage own time and schedule own tasks. Must have initiative to work effectively without constant supervision and direction.

Lean principles

Midas


 

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $82.94 to $109.47 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.