Registered Prof Nurse V INFECTION CONTROL MANAGER

LOCATION : KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL | Infection Control POSITION STATUS: 1.00 | Permanent SALARY RANGE: BU29 | SR23 SALARY RATE: $126,276 (Annual Salary) based on the FTE JOB DUTIES: This position is located in the Infection Control unit of the Quality Improvement section of Kona Community Hospital, a 94-bed acute care facility located on the island of Hawaii, West Hawaii Region, which also includes Kohala Hospital. It is one of 9 facilities within the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation. The position manages all infectious disease prevention and program activities.

Specific program functions include acting as a liaison with all local, state, and federal reporting agencies. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure that the organization has a functioning, coordinated process to reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections and the spread of disease in the patient population. Additional responsibilities include promoting processes to prevent employee exposure to and illness from infectious diseases.

The position will oversee all local, state, and federal agency reporting requirements for staff and patient data as defined in the Employee Health and Infection Prevention Programs. Reporting includes, but is not limited to, the DOH, CMS, CDC, and NHSN, as it is related to public health requirements, infectious diseases, and healthcare-acquired infections. THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE: Applicants must meet all of the following requirements.

Please note that unless specifically indicated; the required education and experiences may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week. EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, Microbiology, Public Health, Medical Technology, Health Care Administration, or a related field is preferred. EXPERIENCE: 2 years of professional nursing work experience is required. In addition, a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in clinical/patient care services or any relevant health care leadership role, and an extensive knowledge of infection prevention and process improvement methodologies is preferred.

SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one-half (1/2) year of supervisory experience, which included: Planning and directing the work of others; assigning and reviewing their work; advising them on difficult problem areas; timing and scheduling their work; and training and developing employees. ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE : Experience in the field of personnel management and/or labor relations, which involved active participation in and significant responsibility for the development, management, execution, and coordination of policies, activities, and programs. SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED: Possession of a master's degree from an accredited college or university school of nursing may be substituted for one year of nursing experience.

CERTIFICATION: CBIC certification in Infection Prevention (CIC) desired. BLS certification required upon hire. LICENSE REQUIRED: License to practice as a professional nurse in the State of Hawaii.

For certain positions, possession of a motor vehicle operator's license is required. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Knowledge of nursing theory and practice; nursing techniques and procedures; nursing literature and current trends and development in nursing. The ability to apply nursing theory and practice in planning and giving nursing care, recognize, interpret and evaluate symptoms of patient's condition, and take appropriate action.

Positions at this level should be able to initiate and maintain working relationships with members of the medical staff, administration, nursing and other departments and agencies affiliated with the hospital; have knowledge of JCAHO requirements, and those of other federal, state, or private regulatory/review organizations with which the hospital interacts. Good working knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision and demonstrated administrative aptitude. Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels; work as a team member; apply management, leadership, decision-making, interpersonal and communication skills.

ALL CIVIL SERVICE JOB VACANCIES WILL BE POSTED FOR A MINIMUM OF TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable state and federal laws relating to employment practices QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must have been of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of this position. Provide a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities.

If you worked on a part-time basis, indicate the average number of hours worked per week. Please note that experience will be based on a 40-hour workweek. Note: We will not postpone the recruitment process because of your failure to provide accurate and complete information concerning your qualifications.

MERIT OR CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM: You must meet the minimum qualification requirements, including education, experience, other public employment requirements for State Civil Service employment, and HHSC Standards of Fitness. Only those applicants that are scheduled for an interview with the hiring manager will be contacted. CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under the federal law for unrestricted employment and at the time of appointment intend to reside in the State of Hawaii during the course of employment with the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214 and/or other substantiating documents specifying the periods of your service. HEALTH AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants seeking reasonable accommodations should be ready to discuss the accommodation sought so that a determination can be made that such accommodation is reasonable and would not cause the employer undue hardship. MEDICAL/PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENT: Offers of employment will be contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment physical examination, which includes drug screen and other regulatory medical requirements such as, but not limited to, two-step tuberculosis (TB) screen. The cost for physical examinations, except the cost for drug screening, shall be borne by the applicant and not the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

CRIMINAL/BACKGROUND, CREDENTIALING CHECKS: Applicable checks will be conducted periodically, and any associated costs may be borne by the applicant. Applicable checks may include, but are not limited to, state and federal criminal history records, child abuse and neglect registry check, adult protective services registry and sex offender registry records, etc. If a job offer is made or employment is begun prior to completion of all applicable checks, any offer of employment or continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory return of all required checks.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION/EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Administrative Review, subsequent appeals: If you do not agree with a decision made by the Employment Office as to your non-qualification or non-selection for a position, you may complete a Request for Administrative Review form (available on the HHSC website) or you may submit a written request within twenty (20) days from the date of your sent notice to the Regional Chief Executive Officer/Designee. Your letter requesting the Administrative Review must include: 1) The job title(s) and recruitment number(s), 2) the specific reason(s) you are requesting the review noting if there is statute or rule violation, and 3) any additional information you want to submit to substantiate your request. If you do not submit your request within the twenty (20) days deadline, no Administrative Review will be conducted.

Since the Administrative Review is a prerequisite to subsequent steps, failure to utilize this process will make you ineligible for subsequent appeals. The administrative review, formal complaint and/or appeals hearing will not necessarily postpone the recruitment process and/or rescind a selection. If you do not agree with the Administrative Review, you may file a Formal Compliant and then, if you are still not satisfied, you can appeal to the HHSC Merit Appeals Board.

CONTACT INFORMATION : KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL is located at 79-1019 Haukapila Street Kealakekua, HI 96750. For employment opportunities, please contact (808) 322-4458, email: [email protected] or visit our website at https://www.hhsc.org/. Persons with Disabilities may contact the Recruitment Office to discuss special needs in applying at (808) 322-4458, [email protected].>