Infection Preventionist RN FT 20k SignOn - Job ID 1805022844 - Date posted 01/03/2019 - Facility Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center - Description: As the largest hospital in San Luis Obispo County, Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center strives to produce optimal outcomes and exceptional patient experiences to the community it serves. With 164 beds and hundreds of physicians, Sierra Vista puts advanced technology into the hands of experienced medical specialists to deliver quality healthcare to Central Coast residents and visitors. Its distinct, high-level services include neurosurgery, orthopedics, obstetrics, perinatology (high-risk pregnancy), neonatology (high-risk newborn care), pediatrics and trauma. Sierra Vista houses the largest Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit between Santa Barbara and Salinas, the only dedicated pediatric unit in San Luis Obispo County and serves as the countys designated trauma center. Sierra Vista is recognized as a leader in orthopedics, cancer care and is a Joint Commission accredited primary stroke center. Sierra Vista is fully accredited by The Joint Commission and has been serving the community since 1959. We offer competitive salaries and benefits including a matching 401(k), several health & dental plans to choose from, generous tuition assistance plans, and relocation assistance for select positions. Plans, coordinates and administers comprehensive infection control program for the hospital including prevention and control of Hospital infections and pertinent and/required surveillance and monitoring activities. Qualifications: Required Training/Education/Experience/Certification: Current CA RN License Current BLS Certification One to two years of experience. Desired Training/Education/Experience/Certification: CIC preferred. Must have working knowledge of epidemiological and surveillance principles of Federal, State and local regulations, and knowledge of public health regulations, Must have numerical ability to prepare statistical reports. Analytical and grammatical skills to enable effective written and verbal communication. Job: Nursing Primary Location: San Luis Obispo, California Facility: Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center Job Type: Full-time Shift Type: Days Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicants or employees race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. - Sign Up for Job Alerts