PROGRAM MGR - INFECTION PREVENTION at The George Washington University Hospital
Washington, DC
About the Job
The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region.U.S. News & World Reporthas just released the 2023-2024 ratings and rankings, in which GW Hospital is recognized as aBest Regional Hospital. GW ranks 5th in the region, which includes hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.
GW Hospital achieved "High Performing" status in two specialty areas, Neurologyand Neuroscience.
In addition, GW Hospital receiving High Performing designations for the following 10 procedures: COPD, Diabetes, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Kidney Failure, Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma, Lung Cancer Surgery, Pneumonia, Prostrate Cander Surgery and Stroke.
Measured by factors such as patient outcomes, "High Performing" is a designationU.S. News & World Reportbestows to recognize performance in these specialties that is significantly better than the national average.GW Hospital received the American College of Cardiologys National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain Myocardial Infarction (MI) Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2023. *GW Hospital is the only hospital in Washington, D.C., to be recognized for this service line.
"At GW Hospital, we are proud to offer a range of advanced services and treatments. Our multidisciplinary care teams are dedicated to outstanding clinical services, research, and education to improve care, quality, and outcomes for our patients," says Ulises Torres, MD, Chief Quality Officer at GW Hospital. "These recognitions byU.S. News & World Report,which place us within the top hospitals in the region, highlight the expertise, commitment and diligence delivered to each patient in our care.
Childrens National Hospital, GW Hospitals NICU partner, was recently ranked the number two hospital in the country for neonatology byU.S. News & World Report. In addition to these recentU.S. News & World Reportrecognitions, GW Hospital also provides high-quality care in the region through its designation as a Level I Trauma Center and designation as a Comprehensive Stroke Center.
The mission of GWU Hospital is to provide the highest quality of healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research
Main tasks include:
Program Manager- Infection Prevention & Control
As the Manager of Infection Prevention, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients, staff, and visitors by implementing and overseeing effective infection control practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement infection prevention policies and protocols in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Provide leadership and direction to the infection prevention team, promoting a culture of vigilance and adherence to infection control guidelines.
- Collaborate with various departments to assess infection risks and implement measures to prevent and control outbreaks.
- Conduct regular infection control audits, surveillance, and analysis to identify areas for improvement.
- Develop and conduct training programs for healthcare staff on infection prevention, standard precautions, and emerging infectious diseases.
- Stay updated on the latest developments in infection prevention and control through continuous education and attending relevant workshops or conferences.
- Ensure timely reporting of communicable diseases to the appropriate health authorities, as required by law.
- Investigate healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), implement corrective actions, and monitor outcomes to prevent future occurrences.
- Maintain accurate records and statistical data related to infection prevention activities.
- Oversee the management and distribution of personal protective equipment (PPE) to healthcare staff and ensure proper usage.
- Collaborate with the Quality Assurance department to implement and monitor performance improvement initiatives related to infection prevention.
- Assist with infection prevention-related regulatory inspections and audits.
We value our employees and offer a comprehensive package to support your career growth, well-being, and work-life balance.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing,
- Bachelor degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, or a related field will be considered only if candidate has hospital expereince
- Master's preferred.
- Current license or certification in infection control (e.g., CIC - Certified Infection Control) is highly desirable.
- Proven experience in infection prevention and control within an acute care setting.
- Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to infection prevention and control.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities to work with multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to analyze data and implement evidence-based infection control practices.
- Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient and staff safety.
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and infection control surveillance systems is a plus.
About Universal Health Services
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