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Infection Preventionist Manager

Job Type | Day Shift Category | Nursing Job Schedule | Full Time Department | Quality Improvement
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Overview

Becoming a Nurse at University Health is a great way to step up and be there for the people of South Texas. They look up to us, and as a Nurse at UH, we’ll look to you to help carry out this mission in an environment that has been designated, and redesignated, as a Magnet Health Organization by the American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) for more than a decade. From your first day, you’ll be hands on with our patients while gaining valuable experience, earning excellent benefits and making a real impact on people’s lives.

  • Full Time
  • Level:
  • Travel: Minimal (if any)
  • Salary: $63K-$96K
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Success Profile

What does it take to build a successful Infection Preventionist Manager? career at University Health? Take a look the top qualities we’re after and see if you have the right mix.

  • Collaborative
  • Compassionate
  • Empathetic
  • Problem-solver
  • Detail-oriented
  • Strong Communicator

At University Health, we are strongly committed to quality, compassion and innovation in everything we do here and in our community.

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Benefits

We believe in taking care of those who care for our community and provide each of our health care professionals with the benefits they need to thrive in all aspects of their lives.

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  • Healthcare

    Medical: Excellent coverage for individuals and families with very low premiums and co-pays, and ZERO co-pays for medications filled at University Health. Dental, vision, pet insurance, flexible and health spending accounts.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

    Generous accrual rates that start on day one.

  • Retirement

    We offer both a 457(b) and 403(b) deferred compensation programs.

  • Education Reimbursement

    Including college tuition reimbursement up to $600 per semester, continuing education up to $400 and certification reimbursement.

  • Life and Disability

    Basic life paid by University Health, with optional plans for life and disability insurance.

  • Health and Wellness

    Employee discounts, including gym memberships, employee health clinic, healing arts program, community events.

Responsibilities

Job Type | Day Shift Category | Nursing Job Schedule | Full Time Department | Quality Improvement
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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum of five (5) years of infection prevention experience within a hospital setting required with a Baccalaureate degree in nursing. Master’s degree in nursing is strongly preferred. Three years of recent infection prevention experience in an acute care hospital setting with progressive leadership experience and/or direct supervision is required. Preferred: post-graduate courses in epidemiology, infection prevention or disease control, completion of CDC or APIC sponsored infection prevention training is desirable, two years of recent clinical nursing experience.

Possess substantial and advanced knowledge of principles and practice of infection prevention and control, epidemiology, infectious diseases, cleaning, disinfection and sterilization, microbiology, management, performance improvement, change management, personnel development, and program development is required. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify system vulnerabilities and develop and apply innovative solutions. Working knowledge of statistics and epidemiological principles is required. Demonstrates ability to analyze and interpret complex data sets and reports to improve patient, quality care, and financial outcomes.

Demonstrates ability to create a climate that fosters compassionate care, innovation, cooperation, collaboration, and teamwork. Highly adaptable and demonstrates ability to manage multiple priorities. 

Computer skills required include proficiency in the following Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint; graphics display programs such as QI Macros, as well as an ability to function at a high-level when adapting to new programs and electronic health record (EHR) processes and applications. 

CERTIFICATION
Current certification in Infection Prevention and Control by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology is required. Nursing candidates must have current State of Texas professional nursing licensure. 

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4502 Medical Dr., San Antonio, TX, United States

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