Infection Control Nurse Jobs in Illinois , Employment

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Overview Infection Control Nurses are responsible for preventing and controlling the spread of infectious diseases in healthcare settings. They work to identify and assess potential risks, develop and implement infection control policies and procedures, and educate staff and patients on infection prevention. Detailed Job Description Infection Control Nurses are responsible for monitoring and controlling the spread of infectious diseases in healthcare settings. They work to identify and assess potential risks, develop and implement infection control policies and procedures, and educate staff and patients on infection prevention. They also monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of infection control measures, and provide guidance and support to healthcare staff. Job Skills Required

• Knowledge of infection control principles and practices

• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards

• Ability to identify and assess potential risks

• Ability to develop and implement infection control policies and procedures

• Ability to educate staff and patients on infection prevention

• Ability to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of infection control measures

• Ability to provide guidance and support to healthcare staff

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a related field

• Current nursing license

• Certification in infection control (e.g. CIC)

• Experience in a healthcare setting

Job Knowledge

• Knowledge of infection control principles and practices

• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards

• Knowledge of medical terminology

Job Experience

• Experience in a healthcare setting

• Experience in infection control

Job Responsibilities

• Identify and assess potential risks

• Develop and implement infection control policies and procedures

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of infection control measures

• Educate staff and patients on infection prevention

• Provide guidance and support to healthcare staff

• Monitor and report on infection control activities

• Maintain records of infection control activities

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure best practices