Infection Preventionist Manager
Company: University Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: June 4, 2025
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Job Description:
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.
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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. -
Keywords: University Health, Round Rock , Infection Preventionist Manager, Executive , San Antonio, Texas
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