Nurse (Infection Control Preventionist)

The position is located at the Shiprock Service Unit (SRSU) in Shiprock New Mexico. The purpose of this position is to manage a program for Infection Control and prevention, through leadership, performance improvement and implementation, and technology for the entire SRSU. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Apply epidemiologic principles and statistical methods, including risk stratification, to identify target population, analyze trends and risk factors, and design and evaluate prevention and control strategies. Conduct on-going surveillance using Center of Disease Control (CDC) infection criteria, documentation, and investigation of healthcare acquired infections through review of admission diagnoses, microbiology culture results, isolation orders, patient records, consultation requests, post-discharge surveillance, and autopsy findings. The incumbent is responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Service Unit Infection Control (IC) Program including the TB program and Infection Control and Prevention Plan. Assures that the programs meet all regulatory and accreditation requirement. Collect data and prepare reports in support of epidemiological studies of specific problems or problem areas to determine the source of the problem and make appropriate recommendations. Maintains medical devices, surgical procedures and surgical site infections data into National Health Safety Network (NHSN). Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Registered Nurse Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov).