Infection Control Manager jobs in Colorado
Infection Control Manager develops and implements infection control policies designed to reduce or eliminate outbreaks in the facility. Develops and implements facility-wide infection prevention and control measures to protect patients, staff and visitors. Being an Infection Control Manager monitors patient care for compliance with established standards and investigates known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and ensure control. Develops and provides related education to staff. Additionally, Infection Control Manager complies with state, federal and Joint Commission standards relating to infection control. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Infection Control Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be an Infection Control Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Infection Control Manager jobs
- Denver Health
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Denver, CO
FULL_TIME
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Job SummaryUnder minimal supervision, designs, oversees, and manages all activities related to Infection Control and infection surveillance throughout Denver Health. For these activities, reports to the Infection Control Committee and the Medical Director of Infection Control and Prevention. Interacts with high level staff, including nursing directors, physician directors, executive staff, construction supervisors, et al., to trouble shoot infection control problems. Monitors and provides timely feedback of surveillance data related to the prevention of infections at Denver Health. Provides training throughout Denver Health and ensures that new employees’ receive orientation in infection control. Continuously evaluates and updates policies, procedures, and practices relating to infection control within the institution. Is responsible for assuring compliance of Denver Health with the Joint Commission standards on infection control. Assures compliance with state and federal regulations on infection control.
Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesEducation: Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Microbiology Technology, or Public Health. Master’s preferred. Experience: Typically, two years experience directly related to infection control and prevention. Infection control experience in the healthcare setting and certification in infection control (CIC) required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Good working knowledge of Microbiology and medical terminology. Skilled in word processing, Excel, and Access databases. Skilled in decision making regarding appropriateness of care review, assist with research design planning, and analyzing and generating quality improvement reports. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other internal and external team members to ensure timelines are met. ~Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider Certification/CPR. If RN, must have current license to practice in the state of Colorado. All Certifications and Licenses required for this job must be kept current as a condition of continued employment.
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Minimum: 82,800.00
Midpoint: 103,500.00
Maximum: 124,200.00
All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 18 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison and Safety, a Public Health department, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
Denver Health is committed to provide equal treatment and equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. As an EOE, Denver Health does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
- 1 Month Ago
- Clinical Management Consultants
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Monument, CO
FULL_TIME
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- Stonegate Senior Living
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Longmont, CO
FULL_TIME
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- Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA
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COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
OTHER
- Overview Nurse (Infection Control) Fort Carson, CO: Located just south of Colorado Springs, Ft. Carson combines scenic beauty, pleasant residential areas, and cultural activities to satisfy every tast...
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- Cross Country Healthcare
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Pagosa Springs, CO
FULL_TIME
- Job DescriptionAs a registered nurse - infection control (RN), you'll help control pathogens and prevent infections in healthcare facilities. Working at a hospital, nursing home, home health setting, ...
- 6 Days Ago
- staffing4us
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Pagosa Springs, CO
PART_TIME,CONTRACTOR
- Position: Infection Control Nurse $60/Hour , 13 Weeks Contract Shift info: Weekday: Day Shift Two years of experience as Infection Control Nurse required. BLS Certification required. Post-secondary de...
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