Infection Control / Employee Health Coordinator*
Company: Los Angeles Community Hospital at Norwalk
Location: Norwalk
Posted on: January 13, 2021
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Job Description:
Infection Control/Employee Health Coordinator - Full Time,
Variable (Norwalk)We are hospitals and affiliated medical groups,
working closely together for the benefit of every person who comes
to us for care. We build comprehensive networks of quality
healthcare services that are designed to offer our patients highly
coordinated, personalized care and help them live healthier lives.
Through collaboration, we strive to provide all of our patients and
medical group members with the quality, affordable healthcare they
need and deserve.The Infection Control/Employee Health Coordinator
is a key employee in the planning, development, implementation,
monitoring, evaluation and revision of Infection Prevention and
Control Program goals, standards, policies and procedures. Reports
communicable diseases and supporting laboratory data to the local,
state and national health departments as required. Interacts with
Employee Health to institute and maintain control measures
pertaining to health care work exposures and outbreaks. Provides
in-service education (departmental, general orientation, annual
review and as needed). Functions as a resource for staff in matters
relating to occupational health and safety.Job
Responsibilities/Duties* Provides direction to the Employee Health
Program and coordinates the daily activities of the Employee Health
Department by tracking and notifying employees due for vaccinations
(I.E. Flu) and other employee health requirements (TB Testing, N95
Respirator Testing, etc). Tracks and maintains all vaccinations
given through the Employee Health Department, audits and maintains
Employee Health files, and tracks aggregating data for various
reports.* Performs surveillance of infection trends, reviews lab
results, electronic medical records, etc. for healthcare associated
infection. Participates in epidemiological investigations of
significant clusters of infection above established standards and
of unusual isolates.* Helps individuals and groups take steps to
improve or maintain their health with emphasis on health
maintenance and disease prevention through education and
counseling. Works closely with Infection Control to monitor
employee illnesses and exposures.* Participates in the development
of and oversees Employee Health safety initiatives. Updates
policies and procedures in accordance with standards from
appropriate agencies such as OSHA, CDC, TJC and other relevant
agencies. Develops, interprets and enforces standards in accordance
with the Nurse Practice Act, Title XXII and TJC.* Participates in
the development and review of Infection Prevention and Control
Standards of Care and Hospital Infection Prevention and Control
policies and procedures in accordance with standards from
appropriate agencies such as OSHA, CDC, TJC and other relevant
agencies.* Assists with Infection Control and Employee Health
reports, education, environmental rounds, and other activities
associated with infection prevention. Maintains all required record
keeping.* Functions as a resource for staff in matters relating to
occupational health and safety with emphasis on recommendations,
regulations, and standards from appropriate agencies such as OSHA,
CDC, TJC, and other relevant agencies. Acts as a liaison to
Federal, State and local health authorities.* Maintains current
knowledge base of NHSN requirements including data collection,
analysis and input.QualificationsMinimum Education: Licensure as a
Registered Nurse OR Vocational Nurse in the State of California OR
Bachelor of Science in related field required.Minimum Experience:
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights,
weekends, and holidays. Ability to maintain flexibility and
composure in a constantly changing environment. Bilingual skills to
communicate effectively with employees preferred. One (1) year of
previous experience in a related setting preferred.Req.
Certification/Licensure: Licensure as a Registered Nurse OR
Vocational Nurse in the State of California OR Bachelor of Science
in related field required. Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los
Angeles City Employees only) required. AHA Basic Life Support
required. AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred. IV
Certification preferred.Employee Value PropositionProspect Medical
Holdings, Inc., is guided by a diverse and highly experienced
leadership core. This group maintains the vision that has made
Prospect a needed difference-maker in the lives of so many patients
today, and many executives contribute to our continued efforts. As
a member of our highly effective team of professionals you will
receive:* Company 401K* Medical, dental, vision insurance* Paid
time-off* Life insuranceHow to ApplyTo apply for this role, or
search our other openings, please visit http://pmh.com/careers/ and
click on a location to begin your journey to a new career with
us!We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do
not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status,
disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or
other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation
for the application process, please contact Human Resources.EEOC is
the Law: https://www.eeoc.gov/Keywords: Infection Control And
Prevention Coordinator, Public Health, Disease Control, CDC.Acute
Care Hospital,
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