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Infection Preventionist - Flushing Hospital Medical Center - Queens (posted 5/12/13). We are seeking candidates who have extensive experience in the field. Nursing and or Microbiology background required. CIC prepared preferred.
Candidates should be familiar with the CDC / NSHN data definitions, and all data entry, as well as the CMS Health Care Acquired Conditions. Candidates should demonstrate administrative capabilities as to lead teams involved with multidsciplinary collaborative initiatives.
We are a robust > 300 bed facility which encompasses adult, pediatric, level 3 NICU, Ob/Gyn, med surg, psych, tcu, and hospice patient populations.
All inquiries and resumes should be directed to Judy Fine director of IC: jfine@jhmc.org
Infection Control Coordinator/Practitioner - Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center (BUHMC), Brooklyn, New York -(posted 5/9/13)
The Infection Control Department is seeking a highly motivated individual who is ready and able to make a difference in Infection Prevention here at BUHMC.
Responsibilities: surveillance, analysis, and reporting of nosocomial infections; report mandated NYSDOH procedures and events via NHSN, report communicable diseases, educating employees about infection control polices.
Requirements: BA or BS required. Minimum 2-3 years related experience is preferred. Computer literate and experience with Infection Control procedures is desirable. Knowledge of DOH regulations and related agencies is essential. CIC Certification is preferred.
For more information, please contact: Richard Smith, Director, Infection Control @ 718-240-8318, Fax # 718-240-6868.
Infection Prevention & Control Director - New York (posted 5/9/13) Galileo Search is currently recruiting for a Director of Infection Control & Prevention. Our client is a highly respected acute care health system accredited by The Joint Commission. This nationally recognized organization has won numerous awards for providing quality healthcare to their surrounding community.
This area was once named one of the top most livable cities in America. Famous sites blend with charming neighborhoods and historic canal towns. With affordable housing, this community is great for raising a family.
The Director of Infection Control & Prevention will be responsible for the coordination of activities related to the monitoring, prevention and control of infections. Other responsibilities include: Serving as a consultant; Driving the development of programs that ensure safe environments for patients; Evaluating and reducing risk of transmission of infections and contributing to ongoing studies regarding infections as needed; Oversight of infection control and prevention programs currently established; Development and oversight of new programs as identified through trending; Ongoing communications through various committees on methods of prevention; Consulting with M.D. specialists and others in epidemiology to monitor/establish guidelines, protocols and procedures on control and prevention; Oversight of all activities related to data collection and analysis, and communication with staff, administration and regulatory agencies.
Requirements include: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing required; Master's degree preferred, not required; Current licensure in New York as a Registered Nurse (or eligible for reciprocity) required; Certification by the Certification Board of Infection Control (CBIC); Minimum of 10 years experience in nursing, with strong experience base in epidemiology, infection control and safety; 5 years experience in leadership capacity; Effective verbal and/or written communications skills; Excellent communications and organization skills; Demonstrated experience with PC and office programs including, but not limited to, database management, spreadsheets, word processing and presentation software.
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Assistant Director of Infection Control - Queens Hospital Center (Queens) (updated 5/10/2013) - Under general supervision of and consultation with the Sr. Associate Director of Infection Control, assists in providing supervision and coordination for the Infection Control Program, support and oversight for the work of the Infection Control Preventionists. The incumbent serves as a liaison as well as a resource role for other hospital departments and committees in providing guidance, recommendations and education on infection control topics related to patients or employees. The Assistant Director assists in preparatory educational activities for regulatory and accreditation agency surveys, in preparing corrective actions as necessary, and in the preparation of documents for the Infection Control Committee, Infection Control staff meetings, other departmental meetings, and workgroups as necessary. Qualifications: Masters degree required, in Nursing, Medical Technology, Microbiology, or Public Health/Epidemiology, Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required. Minimum 5 years of infection control practice in acute care or experience in the prevention/epidemiology field or equivalent experience in a health care facility to be evaluated in a case-by-case situation. Prior experience in supervision/management or significant evidence of potentials for exercising supervision highly preferred.
For more information and to apply in confidence, please contact: Antonella Eramo, Sr. Associate Director, Infection Prevention & Control Dept., Queens Hospital Center, 82-68 164th street, "N" Bldng 2nd Fl., Jamaica, New York 11432 Phone: 718.883.4143, Fax: 718.883.2566 eramoan@nychhc.org
Clinical Specialist - Infection Prevention, New York City Area (updated 5/10/13) - (JOS000001765) Acute Care Infection Prevention Experience Required New York City Area (must currently reside in the state and live within reasonable driving distance to a major metropolitan airport) RN, BA, BS, MT(ASCP), MPH.
Are you ready to make your move towards becoming a Clinical Specialist for a global industry leader? We are seeking Preventionists that are natural leaders and change agents with a passion for driving successful outcomes. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience (manager or director).
- Work from Home Office / Travel of 50% is required (overnight travel is typically out Monday and back Friday) - Competitive compensation with additional bonus up to 5% of annual base salary - Superb benefits to include 401k with matching up to 7%
Company: Our client is a growing division of a multi-billion dollar Fortune rated corporation. Hospitals globally rely on their innovative technologies to monitor diverse patient data, identify safety issues, and facilitate appropriate and timely interventions.
Position Responsibilities: • Lead clinical coaching and consulting engagements that directly impact hospital key metrics (e.g. core measures, Joint Commission goals, revenue, costs) • Support a regional portfolio of customers (hospitals) • Serve as a permanent customer liaison to ensure the hospital(s) achieve their clinical and business objectives • Lead change management discussions with hospital executives and directors • Identify the nuances of client workflow or implementation strategy that will impact training and implementation programs • Work with the implementation team to configure the application to match client workflow needs
Qualifications: Current acute care experience as an Infection Preventionist; Certified in Infection Prevention (CIC) required; Bachelor's Degree required with Masters preferred but not required (RN, BA, BS, MT(ASCP) or MPH); Excellent analytical and interpersonal communication skills; Well defined organizational skills and decision making ability; Ability to prioritize multiple assignments; Must be highly computer literate with Windows, MS Office and Internet Technology.
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Sales Professional Seeking New Opportunity (updated 5/10/13) Denise Pappas dps56dps@yahoo.com ♦ Phone: 856-938-9522 ♦ http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisepappas Sales Person of the Year and Leadership Awards ♦ Strategic and Consistent Sales Performer ♦ Relationship Builder ♦ Nurse with Diverse Sales Experience in Global Healthcare Companies
I am seeking a challenging sales / business development position where my medical device and diverse sales expertise can help a healthcare organization sustain and grow its revenue. If you know of a recruiter, or friend aware of an appropriate position who would be willing to assist me with my career transition, I would be very grateful for a referral.
My experience in the last year was selling a medical device in NY, NJ, and Philadelphia. In the previous four years, my focus was primarily included presenting and cold calling into biotechs and pharmaceutical companies in the Northeast. I consulted with research-based executives regarding integrated clinical contract research organization (CRO) solutions, including Phase I-IV laboratory services. I did this through building client relationships and cold calling, on the phone and at networking events. I assessed customer needs and closed sales. I reached individual sales goals.
What my attached resume cannot tell you is my enthusiasm for sales and ensuring competitive wins. Honesty and integrity are held in the highest regard and I have always maintained that attitude. I have over ten years of experience in sales in the life science industry, a Bachelor's Degree, strong customer focus and a drive to plan, implement and achieve planned results.
At your convenience, please get back to me. It would be a pleasure to speak with you by phone or via email to discuss how I can make a lasting contribution to a growing organization.
Denise Pappas Business Development Manager
Assistant Director for Infection Prevention - Jacobi Medical Center (Bronx, NY) (posted 2/15/13). Jacobi Medical Center is seeking an Assistant Director for Infection Prevention who is responsible for ensuring the ongoing Infection Prevention Surveillance, and monitoring all admissions and discharges to determine infections that require intervention. The Assistant Director reviews daily laboratory reports, isolation of patients, clusters, outbreaks, and exposures that require notification to the Department of Health, trains all hospital personnel in the prevention of transmission of infections, prepares, disseminates information and reports as needed.
Job Requirements: Valid New York State Registered Nurse License, a Masters degree or a Baccalaureate degree, and at least two years of experience in Infection Prevention. CIC preferred.
Interested qualified candidates, please send your resume by email to Vilma Guadalupe at vilma.guadalupe@nbhn.net. Jacobi Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/H/V, committed to a smoke-free environment, and a member of the NYC Health & Hospitals Corporation.
Wanted: Public Health Nurse I, with the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) (posted 2/14/13). This nurse will work with our clinical staff within the Bureau of Epidemiology and Disease Control. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and NYS Registered Professional Nurse licensure. Infection Control experience is preferred but not required. The job site would be at the Administrative offices of SCDHS, Sunrise Highway, Great River, NY (Suffolk Co).
Interested candidates may either email or fax a letter of interest and a resume to the Director of Personnel, Erick Askerberg at: Erick.Askerberg@SuffolkCountyNY.Gov.
Interested candidates may fax their resume and letter of interest to: 631-854-0262.
Looking for a special - corporate - opportunity? (posted 1/29/13) Wanted: Clinical Specialist - Infection
Prevention / Acute Care Infection Prevention Experience Required; New York
City Area (must currently reside in the state and live within reasonable driving
distance to a major metropolitan airport), requires RN, BA, BS, MT(ASCP), or MPH.
Senior Associate Director (Director of Infection Control) at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center (Bronx) (posted 1/13/13) is one of New York's premier acute care hospitals. Located in downtown Bronx. Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its Centers of Excellence.
Job ID#: 8689
Job Description: Under the oversight of Quality Management and Regulatory Affairs Department, the Director of Infection Control is responsible for the coordination and management of the Infection Control Services. Responsible for the integration of Infection Control Department at Lincoln Medical and Mental Center, and the two Diagnostic and Treatment Centers (located offsite), functions as a consultant to both the Infection Control staff and the facilities. Consults with the Infectious Disease Departments of both the New York City and State Departments; initiates performance improvement programs that pertains to infection control; teaches prevention and promote elimination of healthcare associated infections; evaluates the Infection Control Plan level of effectiveness on an ongoing basis. Maintains minutes of the Infection Control Committee; performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: A Master's Degree in Art or Science with a specialization in Hospital Administration, Health Care Administration, Administrative Medicine, or in Public Health when conferred for a program in hospital administration from an approved college or university. Certification in Infection Control required. NYS Registered Nurse Preferred. Five (5) years of administrative experience and background at responsible management and administrative levels; or equivalent combination of training, education and experience in related fields and educational disciplines. Ability to communicate effectively; ability and experience supervising staff. Knowledge of fundamentals of healthcare facility organization, administration and standards, regulations and laws applicable to health care facility operations; knowledge of principals of business and human resources administration, management functions, and support service personnel.
If you wish to apply for this position, please send your resume noting the above Job ID# to:
Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center - Attn: Recruitment Unit Human Resources Department - 2nd Floor, 2D5, Room 386 234 Eugenio Maria de Hostos Blvd. (East 149th Street) Bronx, NY 10451
Infection Control Practitioner (Nassau County, Long Island) - (revised 1/11/13) A 600-bed teaching hospital located on Long Island is seeking to hire an Infection Control Practitioner. Reports to manager, there is a manger and chief of infection control - facility is expanding the department! The Infection Control Practitioner is trained in hospital epidemiology principles and is responsible for the surveillance, analysis, and reporting of nosocomial infections; educating employees about infection control; and the development of health system policies and procedures to insure rigorous infection control standards that meet JCAHO, OSHA, Public Health Department, and Center for Disease Control requirements. RN or non-RN open to degree, certified in infection control with at least 1 year experience.
For more information, please contact: Samara Appelbaum Chopra | The Execu|Search Group | 212-204-5132, SChopra@execu-search.com
Data Manager for IPC at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital Center in Manhattan (updated 1/9/13)
Database Coordinator - responsible for creating, organizing, maintaining and performing statistical analysis of data relevant to the infection prevention activities of the Medical Center.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Healthcare Information, Computing, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields. Healthcare and data analyst experience preferred. Knowledge of statistics. Proficiency in database management, database software applications and Microsoft Office products.
Interested candidates, please contact Joel Gray: Senior Recruiter Continuum Health Partners 555 West 57th St., 19th Floor, New York, NY 10019 | PH: 212-523-6885| FAX: 212-523-5776 Email: JoGray@chpnet.org.
Two (2) Epidemiologists needed for established and respected Medical Centers in Manhattan (posted 1/9/13).There is one position available at a downtown Manhattan facility and one at an upper Manhattan facility. These are full time roles working normal business hours with excellent benefits and competitive salaries.
An RN is required for the role in Upper Manhattan but depending on experience an RN may not be required for the Downtown position.
Each IP position: -- works in collaboration with the Director of the Epidemiology program in managing, designing, and implementing an Infection Control Program; -- is cognizant of the philosophy, standards, objectives and policies of the Department of Nursing and Hospital Center.
DESCRIPTION OF COMPETENCIES • Clinical Practice: Demonstrates those behaviors which reflect the scientific knowledge, judgment, and technical skills of professional nursing within their area of expertise. • Demonstrates the ability to perform clinical/technical/service/administrative tasks: • Makes daily rounds and follows up on all cases of suspected or diagnosed communicable diseases. • Acts as a resource person regarding hospital Infection Control policy and the disposition of patients • Maintains surveillance program for clean wound infection rates.
Salary up to $95,000 with excellent benefits!!
If you are interested in either of the above positions, please email me your most up to date resume. If you prefer to refer a friend, we will thank you with a $300 referral bonus if we successful find that person a job. Please feel free to contact me for additional information as well!! Thank you!
Ann Hindman | Recruitment Director |Health Care Permanent Placement RCM Health Care Services | A Division of RCM Technologies 575 Eighth Avenue, NY, NY 10018 (917) 286-5263 direct ann.hindman@rcmt.com
Manager, Infection Control, Central New Jersey (revised 1/9/13) Medical Center in Central New Jersey is looking for a Manager, Infection Control. Ideal candidate should have a minimum of a BSN, with CIC Certification and at least 3 - 5 years of infection prevention experience. Prior management experience is also highly preferred. Individual will manage the Infection Prevention program in accordance with federal, state and local regulations and accrediting organizations. Focus of program is to prevent nosocomial infections through surveillance, recommendation of preventive measures, and education of personnel, medical staff, patients, families and community. For further detailed information, please contact:
Linda Forrest, Senior Director, Recruitment Allen Thomas Associates, Inc. 732-542-1011 ext. 15 linda@allenthomas.com
Infection Control Nurse - Bronx, NY (posted 12/10/12) at a beautiful, modern Long Term Care Facility.
Job Description: Plan, develop, organize, evaluate and coordinate the infection control program in accordance with current rules, regs, and guidelines that govern long term care facilities. Develop, maintain, and periodically update infection control precautions and aseptic techniques that successfully correct problem areas. Make rounds on nursing units to review environmental sanitation procedures, and supervise infection control practices. Provide the Director of Nursing with a report of pertinent findings and recommendations pertaining to infections. Maintain a written record of all residents placed in isolation or on infection control precautions, as well as those residents and employees who have infections. Monitor infection control practices and procedures. Ensure that all personnel follow the Exposure Control Plan for the disposal and removal of infective and contaminated materials from the facility. Assist the Director of Housekeeping in developing infection control procedures. Prepare monthly summaries of special investigation on the occurrence of nosocomial and community acquired infections. Perform administrative duties such as completing infection control reports, evaluations, studies, and charting. Review all medical forms and offer recommendations whenever necessary. Maintain a reference library of written infection control material that will assist the facility in meeting the day-to-day needs of all residents and those who, from time to time, need to be separated, or isolated.
Requirements: Infection Control experience required. CIC a plus. Supervisory and teaching skills required. Experience with the DOH regulations (quarantines), EMR, RN, BSN required; MSN preferred.
For more information and confidential application, contact: Shelly Landau, executive recruiter, Execu-Search Group
D: 212.204.5198 | F: 212.922.1001 675 Third Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10017
Infection Control Practitioner - The Brooklyn Hospital Center (Brooklyn)(posted 10/24/2012) iscurrently looking for an Infection Control Practitioner. Job Description: Responsible for the surveillance, analysis and reporting of infections, and the development and implementation of policies and procedures that ensure rigorous infection prevention and control standards within the Hospital, in compliance with state, federal and other regulatory agencies requirements, and the Hospital's standard of care and mission and goals.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related science - Required, Master's Degree - Preferred. Two (2) to three (3) years experiences in the field of epidemiology/infection control, ability to read and write in English and perform simple arithmetic, Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) - Required, Certification in Infection Control - Required, Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions and complete the required training satisfactorily.
For more information and to apply in confidence, please contact: Gisely Pimentel, BS, MS Nurse Recruitment Manager The Brooklyn Hospital CenterPhone 718-250-8273 Fax - 718-250-6310 Email - gep9028@nyp.org
