PROGRAM COORINATOR, INFECTION PREVENTION in Elma, Washington at Summit Pacific Medical Center

Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center:

Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.

• Critical Access Hospital
• 24/7 Emergency Department
• Level II Cardiac Center
• Level III Stroke Center
• Level IV Trauma Care

To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org

About the team:

The Infection Prevention Program Coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the Infection Prevention Program at Summit Pacific Medical Center. This role focuses on reducing risk through surveillance, control, and prevention initiatives in compliance with state and federal regulations and accreditation standards. The Infection Prevention Program Coordinator collaborates with hospital and rural health clinic leadership to enhance patient safety and reduce hospital-acquired infections.

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registration:

Current and unrestricted Washington State LPN or RN License.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred or the ability to earn CIC within 2 years of hire.

Associates Degree and/or Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or related field.

Experience in infection control preferred.

Job Specific Duties:

Surveillance and Reporting:

• Investigate, evaluate, interpret, and report hospital-acquired infections using CDC/NHSN definitions.
• Review lab and microbiology reports, prepare presentations, communicate findings, and validate information for appropriate treatment.
• Ensure that reportable diseases are communicated to county or state agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to meet regulatory requirements.

Infection Control Interventions:

• Develop and implement interventions to mitigate infection risks, such as quarantine, isolation, or ceasing of processes.
• Facilitate ongoing monitoring of the effectiveness of infection control activities and interventions.
• Assist in outbreak investigations and institute corrective actions as needed.

Education and Training:

• Prepare and provide infection prevention education to the workforce.
• Serve as a resource for best practices, current research, and guidelines in infection prevention.
• Partner with various departments and leadership to enhance infection prevention knowledge across the organization.

Employee Health Collaboration:

• Work closely with the Employee Health department to monitor and manage occupational exposures to infectious diseases.
• Provide guidance on vaccination programs, employee screenings, and post-exposure follow-up.
• Assist in developing and implementing protocols for employee health related to infection prevention.
• Collaborate on initiatives aimed at reducing healthcare-associated infections among staff.

Regulatory Compliance and Continuous Improvement:

• Stay current on regulatory changes, compliance issues, and best practices in infection prevention.
• Develop and implement the annual Infection Prevention and Control plan.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and maintain programs and records in good order.

Collaboration and Leadership:

• Act as a liaison across disciplines, consulting with physicians, nurses, and other hospital and clinic personnel.
• Participate in and lead workgroups, projects, and committees related to infection prevention.
• Collaborate with the Facilities Manager on Environment of Care regulations and other relevant matters.

Special Projects:

• Engage in special projects and other related duties as assigned by the Director of Quality, Compliance and Patient Safety.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of nursing theories, clinical epidemiology, and infectious disease prevention.
• Proficiency in sterilization, sanitation, and disinfection practices.
• Ability to develop and implement processes and protocols for infection prevention.
• Strong leadership skills, including visionary leadership, team collaboration, effective communication, decision-making, change management, and mentorship.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating effective problem-solving and organizational skills.

The compensation range is $87,767.51 to $129,457.07 depending on experience.

BENEFITS:

Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security!

We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Benefits offered by SPMC:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental (including Orthodontia)
• Vision
• Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
• Daycare subsidized benefit
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
• 457 retirement account for additional funds
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Smoking Cessation Assistance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team
• Beautiful on-site gym for employees
• Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
• Walking trails on site