Manager, Infection Prevention, Full Time Days, 8am - 5pm, Atlantic Health, Morristown Medical Center

Principal Accountabilities:

1. Strategic Leadership &Program Oversight (20%). Leads the organization-wide IPC program in alignment with strategic objectives. Translates vision into actionable plan sand measurable outcomes. Collaborates with internal departments and public health partners to implement IPC initiatives that promote system-wide safety and
compliance.

2. Team Competency &Education (10%). Ensures team member competence by delivering targeted education and in-services across departments and patient populations based on clinical outcomes and requests. Mentors team members to identify and close practice gaps, fostering a high-performance culture.

3. Regulatory Compliance &Risk Mitigation (15%). Ensures compliance with applicable regulations (OSHA, TJC, CMS) and best practices.
Conducts audits and provides consultation on disinfection, sterilization, and product use per manufacturers' instructions. Develops and implements action plans to mitigate infection risks and maintain regulatory readiness.

4. Surveillance &Data-Driven Action (15%). Leads surveillance efforts using technology to monitor infection trends and patterns. Demonstrates advanced expertise in NHSN surveillance methodologies, reporting requirements, and data interpretation to drive infection prevention strategies. Collaborates with infectious disease partners and occupational health teams on exposure management and emergency communication.

5. Performance Management &Continuous Improvement (10%). Implements systems for regular performance feedback and annual evaluations. Aligns individual and departmental goals with organizational priorities. Promotes a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement through coaching and development.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Public Health Engagement (10%). Collaborates with local, state, and federal health agencies and community organizations to enhance IPC outcomes. Supports business case development for IPC initiatives, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainable improvements. Influences clinical practice through behavior change strategies and organization-wide partnerships.

7. Construction & Value Analysis (10%). Develops Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRAs) for construction projects and contributes IPC expertise to facility design and renovation planning. Partners with key stakeholders to evaluate and select infection prevention products, technologies, and equipment that align with
organizational goals and evidence-based practices.

8. Budget &Resource Management (5%). Develops and maintains the IPC operating budget. Monitors departmental expenses and ensures adherence to financial
targets. Identifies cost-saving strategies while enhancing operational effectiveness.

9. Personnel Management &Talent Development (5%). Manages departmental staff performance, onboarding, and ongoing training. Conducts performance evaluations and supports professional growth and succession planning. Fosters an inclusive and high-performing team culture through mentoring and leadership development.

Required:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.

2. Masters in Nursing, Public Health Healthcare Administration or related field preferred.

3. Minimum 3 years infection prevention, ideally in acute care or hospital systems.

4. Certification in Infection Control (CIC) from the Certification Board of Infection and epidemiology (CBIC) required.

5. Current RN Licensure in the State of New Jersey.

6. Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications.

7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

8. Strong organization skills and ability to multitask various responsibilities.

Morristown Medical Center is a nationally-recognized leader in cardiology and heart surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, geriatrics, gastroenterology and GI surgery, pulmonology and lung surgery, and urology.

We are the only hospital in New Jersey named one of America's '50 Best Hospitals' for six consecutive years by Healthgrades and one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek. We were included on Becker's Healthcare 2020 list of "100 Great Hospitals in America". In addition, Leapfrog recognized us with an "A" hospital safety grade - its highest - twelve consecutive times, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services awarded us again with its highest five-start rating in 2020.

Morristown Medical Center is a Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service, the highest level of recognition achievable from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for facilities that provide acute care services. Our nonprofit hospital was also designated a Level I Regional Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons and a Level II by the State of NJ.

EEO STATEMENT

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