Infection Preventionist

Job Description

ECU Health

About ECU Health North Hospital

ECU Health North Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited, 204-bed acute bed facility serving Halifax, Northampton and Warren counties in the north-central region of North Carolina. Its service area also reaches into southern Virginia. With more than 600 team members, the hospital offers a broad range of medical and surgical services. It features a 24-hour emergency department and offers advanced diagnostics as well as specialty and primary care.

Position Summary

The Infection Preventionist is responsible for the Infection Prevention and Control Program, developed to control the spread of infections and/or outbreaks. Track and monitor transmissible diseases and notify local, state and federal authorities about reportable diseases as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, Microbiology, Medical Technology, Epidemiology or Master of Public Health (required).
• Master's degree in applicable field, such as MSN, MPH, MPA, MaED, MS.
• RNs - current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina required.
• MT - current generalist/specialty certification by a nationally recognized board/agency required.
• More than 5 years of relevant experience in acute care hospital or similar required. One year of Infection Prevention experience, preferred.
• Must obtain Certification in Infection Control within 3 years and recertified every 5 years.

Other Information

• Primary Shift: DAY
• On Call: YES
• Weekends: NO
• Shift Explanation: Monday-Friday (7a-4p)

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.