New

INFECTION CONTROL NURSE

Universal Health Services
paid time off
United States, Indiana, Columbus
2223 Poshard Drive (Show on map)
Mar 11, 2025
Responsibilities About Columbus Behavioral Center for Children and Adolescents Columbus Behavioral Center for Children and Adolescents provides mental health services to males and females ages 8 to 18. Located in the greater Columbus, Indiana area, our 57-bed facility provides support to each child and teen that walks through the doors. We work with the resident, family and community partners to promote a smooth transition back into the home or, if necessary, an additional appropriate level of care. The trained professionals at our center provide compassionate and individualized treatment goals for each patient. Our Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) increases the development of behavioral skills that can help patients build relationships, manage emotions and cope more effectively with various life problems. In addition, our residential treatment program offers a balance of therapy, education and fun activities in a compassionate and structured setting. An average stay at our facility is three to six months. We focus on the needs and comfort of our patients with 24-hour licensed staff supervision, which includes registered nurses. POSITION SUMMARY The Infection Control Nurse is responsible for coordinating the activities of the Facility's infection control program, by assuming direct responsibility for infection surveillance, infection control reporting and provision of infection control technical support and education for the facility staff. The Infection Control Nurse also coordinates the provision of services for residents' dental and optometry needs. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Maintain all resident and employee TB records Develop a systematic infection prevention and control program Carry out periodic inspections to ensure that procedures for the control of infections are being followed correctly. Coordinate with the Performance Improvement Committee to determine the direction of surveillance activities Prepare monthly reports to the Performance Improvement Committee that includes data on infection rates by nursing units, site, and pathogen Adhere to facility standards concerning conduct, dress, attendance and punctuality Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing. BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans available 401 (K) and discounted stock plans Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS *Education:* Degree from an accredited school of nursing required. *Experience:* A minimum of five (5) years experience in nursing. Infection Control Certification, preferred. *Licensure: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the applicable state. Additional Requirements:* A thorough knowledge of JCAHO, CMS, OSHA regulations and all state and federal regulatory standards. CPR Certification required and successful completion of HWC Training if providing direct care to residents.