Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Brown University Health
Job overview
The SAH Lead Infection Preventionist at Brown University Health leads infection prevention efforts at Saint Anne's Hospital, managing programs to reduce healthcare-associated infections and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing infection data collection and analysis, developing and evaluating infection prevention programs, coordinating outbreak investigations, collaborating with healthcare teams and public health agencies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing, public health, or clinical area with infection control knowledge; certification in Infection Control is mandatory; five years of relevant experience in healthcare infection prevention; project management and knowledge of regulatory standards are essential; advanced degrees and Six Sigma/Lean certifications are preferred.
Company information
Brown University Health operates healthcare services including Saint Anne's Hospital, focusing on quality and safety in patient care with adherence to regulatory standards.
Team overview
The Lead Infection Preventionist collaborates closely with the Director of Quality, Medical Director, Director of Epidemiology and Infection Control, and other interdisciplinary teams across the health system.
Job location and travel
The position is based at Saint Anne's Hospital in Fall River, Massachusetts, USA, with full-time hours and a non-union status.
Unique job features
The job features leadership in infection prevention across inpatient and outpatient settings, involvement in quality improvement initiatives, and responsibility for compliance with multiple regulatory bodies including The Joint Commission and CMS.
Company overview
Brown University Health is the healthcare division of Brown University, a prestigious Ivy League institution based in Providence, Rhode Island. It provides comprehensive medical, mental health, and wellness services to students, faculty, and staff, focusing on preventive care, treatment, and education. As part of a university with a strong emphasis on research and innovation, it integrates evidence-based practices and collaborates with academic departments to enhance community health. Its history reflects Brown University's broader mission of fostering academic excellence and well-being. Revenue is generated primarily through service fees, university funding, and partnerships with healthcare organizations.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in infection prevention and control, emphasizing your experience with epidemiological data analysis, outbreak investigation, and performance improvement initiatives relevant to healthcare settings.
Showcase your knowledge of regulatory standards such as The Joint Commission, CMS, and state health departments, along with your ability to develop and implement infection prevention programs across inpatient and outpatient settings.
Apply through multiple platforms including Brown University Health's official careers page, LinkedIn, and reputable healthcare job boards to maximize your application visibility for the SAH Lead Infection Preventionist role.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Infection Preventionists, the Director of Infection Prevention, or Quality department staff at Brown University Health; consider ice breakers like commenting on recent infection prevention initiatives at Brown or asking about their experience with the Saint Anne’s program.
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