Description This position is incentive eligible. IntroductionWant to join a team of daring managers who care without reservations or limits Our TriStar Skyline Medical Center team is looking for a Director of Infection Prevention. HCA Healthcare is an advanced healthcare network that has committed up to $300 million to our incredible team members over the course of three years.BenefitsTriStar Skyline Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stockFamily support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.HCA Healthcare is committed to research and clinical protocols. Do you want to impact standards of care and save lives across the country Apply today to our Director of Infection Prevention and be a part of the innovation of ideas.Job Summary and QualificationsThe Director of Infection Prevention is a position that ensures high quality, patient-centered care by supporting the coordination of the hospital-wide Infection Prevention Program, which includes surveillance, analysis, and reporting of hospital acquired infections, education of staff, and the development of health system policies, procedures, plans, and performance improvement projects to ensure rigorous infection prevention standards that meet regulatory requirements. In collaboration with the Quality leaders and Infection Prevention (IP) team, the Director of Infection Prevention makes decisions relative to the surveillance, prevention, and control of infections. This position must have the expertise to recognize and identify areas of opportunity, create effective solutions for resolution, coordinate, and execute. It requires interaction at the bedside and with patients, visitors, staff, providers, and division infection prevention leaders.What qualifications you will need:Bachelor's Degree in Health related field required, Master's Degree in Health related field preferredCurrent licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice or compact state requiredMinimum 5 years of experience in a clinical setting requiredMinimum 2 years of experience in a leadership role requiredMinimum 5 years of experience in Infection Control requiredCertification in Infection Control requiredWhat you will do in this role:Develop and implement policies and procedures for the hospital Infection Prevention program as well as the annual Infection Prevention Risk Assessment and Plan, which govern control of infections and communicable diseases using evidence-based methods, in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.Engage with Employee Health leaders to provide input in policies, procedures, and practices for the hospital Employee Health Program, which guide and support the provision of the services for employee health and infection prevention and control, in compliance with regulatory and division goals.Perform process evaluation and qualitative/quantitative analysis for department-specific and organization-wide infection prevention and control improvement opportunities.Promote interdisciplinary approach for the identification, tracking, reporting, and resolution of infection prevention and employee health issues.Collaborate with all disciplines and departments to develop and update area-specific policies, procedures, and practices pertinent to infection prevention principles.Support emergency management activities and EOC through participation on environmental rounds, bioterrorism and patient influx planning, and emergency response drills.Knowledgeable in requirements and reporting to Health Department authorities of all notifiable communicable diseases and/or conditions.Ensure proper maintenance of Infection Prevention patient database(s) using methods compliant with HIPAA.Maintain current knowledge of and adherence to hospital, federal, state and local regulations, and OSHA and Joint Commission requirements pertaining to infection prevention.Serves as a resource on infection prevention and control issues for staff, committees, patients, students, and the local community.Serve as liaison and interface with all regulatory agencies and the healthcare community concerning infection prevention issues, to assure hospital compliance with infection prevention regulations.Assume accountability for promoting consistent, positive patient interactions that advance the agenda of unparalleled patient service.Promote awareness among staff regarding safe work practices, standard precautions, and use of personal protective equipment.Facilitate the integration of principals of infection prevention into the planning of day-to-day activities of the hospital and evaluate risk for infection at all campuses.TriStar Skyline Medical Center is a 250+ bed facility. We are Tennessee's first comprehensive stroke center and a national leader in neuroscience. In addition, we are equipped with 3 helipads, new ICU and Medical/Surgical floors, and burn care services. We offer a CARF accredited Inpatient Rehabilitation program and are an ACS verified Level I Trauma Center. As an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI, TriStar Skyline is a leading provider of emergency heart care."Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to its patients, colleagues and communities. Help guide our team as a Director of Infection Prevention and help us improve more lives in more ways.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.