At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations (https://www.virtua.org/locations) , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program (https://www.virtua.org/about/eat-well) , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

　　Employment Type:

　　Employee

　　Employment Classification:

　　Regular

　　Time Type:

　　Full time

　　Work Shift:

　　1st Shift (United States of America)

　　Total Weekly Hours:

　　40

　　Location:

　　Lippincott - 303 Lippincott Drive

　　Marlton, NJ

　　Additional Locations:

　　Job Information:

　　Summary:

　　In collaboration and under the guidance of the Infection Control Officer and Vice President of Clinical Outcomes and Quality Management the Infection Prevention Director is accountable for the Infection Prevention Programs across the Virtua System.

　　The director will be responsible for management of the divisional Infection Prevention Managers to achieve program goals.

　　Analyzes system wide data and implements standardized practices.

　　Maintains cohesive relationship with local quality directors, patient care services, ancillary departments and members of the medical staff.

　　Position Responsibilities:

　　• Responsible for implementation and management of an organization-wide infection prevention program.

　　• Uses knowledge of industry best practices to create an effective infection prevention program and continually measures results for continuous improvement.

　　• Serves in a leadership role to drive change and process improvement that reduce healthcare acquired infections.

　　• Responsible for the oversight of all Virtua facilities’ infection prevention activities.

　　• Develops and maintains a collaborative Infection Prevention team and partners with clinical and quality peers throughout the organization to achieve program goals.

　　• Manages data collection to track infection prevention trends across the organization. Prepares and presenting reports to senior management.

　　• Ensure compliance with state, federal and Joint Commission standards relating to infection control.

　　Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

　　Minimum 6-10 years’ experience in Infection Prevention.

　　Previous supervisory experience required.

　　Required Education:

　　Master’s degree required.

　　Training/Certifications/Licensure:

　　Registered nurse with a current NJ license.

　　Current membership in APIC (Association of Professional in Infection Control and Prevention) and Certification in Infection Control and Prevention (CIC).

　　Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well

　　That's our mission.

　　We’re dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities.

　　Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world-class quality healthcare.

　　We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.