Director System Infection Prevention & Control

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

·       Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or other health related field required.

·       Graduate coursework in statistics, clinical microbiology, epidemiology, and infection control is desired. Master's degree in nursing, Public Health, or related field preferred.

·       Five (5) years of healthcare experience required.

·       Five (5) years of leadership experience directly managing personnel/team required.

·       Skills in group and community assessment required.

·       A professional level of knowledge of disease processes, transmission modes of infectious diseases, clinical bacteriology, and knowledge of clinical care practices as they relate to the planning and implementation of nursing care plans is desired (i.e., the clinical nursing process).

·       Strong/ interpersonal skills are required to make formal presentations to nursing personnel, all levels of management, other staff, and to interface effectively with nurses and physicians in a liaison capacity.

·       Strong leadership, facilitation, and mentorship skills.

·       Performance Improvement skills with demonstrated leadership of PI initiatives preferred.

·       Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel), storing and retrieving files is mandatory; advanced computer skills and fluency with electronic medical records, databases and analytics preferred.

·       Proficiency in medical terminology and a clear understanding of medical confidentiality.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

Certification in Infection Control.

Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the Henry Ford Health Customer Service Policy and summarized below:

·       Communication

·       Ownership

·       Understanding

·       Motivation

·       Sensitivity

·       Excellence

·       Teamwork

·       Respect

Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services.  Must possess the following personal qualities:

·       Be self-directed

·       Be flexible and committed to the team concept

·       Demonstrate teamwork, initiative, and willingness to learn

·       Be open to new learning experiences

·       Accepts and respects diversity without judgment

·       Demonstrates customer service values

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Normal office environment with minimal exposure to noise, dust, or extreme temperatures. Ability to travel to Henry Ford Health locations. The physical ability to move throughout the Hospitals and Ambulatory locations to make surveillance rounds.

This opportunity is not open for remote work.