Infection Prevention /Outbreak Response Public Health Nurse at Public Health Foundation Enterprises, In in Berkeley, California

Job Description:

SUMMARY

The Infection Prevention (IP)/Outbreak Response Public Health Nurse position is a temporary, 12-month, position within the Outbreak Prevention and Response and Worksite Exposure (OWE) Unit. The OWE Unit is part of the Disease Containment Branch of the City’s Emergency Operations Center that is activated to respond to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The IP Public Health Nurse will primarily respond to COVID-19 worksite exposures providing guidance and mitigating COVID-19 disease spread. In addition, the PHN collaborates with medical providers, community-based organizations, departmental and other City staff; provides guidance to medical providers and community; and performs other related functions as needed.

Must submit a cover letter and resume with the application.  Please provide three professional  references. 

Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide direct support to the Deputy Health Officer (DHO) in response to COVID-19 worksite investigations and outbreaks.


• Assists with COVID-19 worksite contact investigations.


• Provide consults to worksites, schools, skilled nursing facilities regarding COVID-19 exposures and related guidance.


• Support worksites, including but not limited to; skilled nursing facilities, long-term care facilities and other facilities regarding infection control practices, COVID-19 exposures, testing, and other guidance as needed.


• Interview cases and contacts to elicit information regarding COVID-19 infection and potential exposures as indicated.


• Receive referrals from and work closely with the DHO.


• Work within CalREDIE and CalCONNECT to respond to and process positive COVID-19 cases and worksite exposures.


• Be knowledgeable and keep informed on current state and federal guidelines regarding COVID-19 and other communicable diseases.


• Establish and maintain relationships with medical providers, community-based organizations, care facilities, businesses, and other organizations, as needed.

 

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Other Duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• The ideal candidate will have experience in providing clinical care, infection control, and conducting quality/performance improvement in health care settings.


• Similar experience in other work settings is desirable.

        Education/Experience

• Graduation from an approved/accredited school of nursing and a current California Registered Nurse license, required.


• Minimum of one year of full-time recent experience within the last five years as a registered nurse in a clinical and/or public health setting, required.


• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC Credential) or minimum of two years’ experience in Infection Prevention/Control.

Certificates/Licenses/Clearances

• Current and active license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of California, required.


• Valid California motor vehicle operator’s license, required.


• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC®) Credential, preferred

 Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

 Skills

Proficiency in:

• Use of infection control/safety monitoring tools and techniques.


• Careful, critical in-person observation of hand hygiene and infection prevention practices at healthcare facilities and other sites where outbreaks are occurring.


• Detailed environmental inspection and risk assessment.


• Data analysis and utilization for quality/performance improvement


• Interpreting, summarizing, and communicating analysis and recommendations clearly by oral and written reports


• Policy/procedure development and implementation


• Training development and evaluation

Knowledge of:

• Principles of Epidemiology and surveillance


• Public health Contact investigation


• Infection control principles and guidelines


• Appropriate use of personal protective equipment


• Patient safety guidelines


• Risk assessment and risk reduction strategies


• Outbreak detection and management principles

Ability to:

• Maintain accurate records and documentation in web-based data platforms.


• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with Agency, State, and Federal guidelines


• Exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.


• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.


• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.


• Interpret data.


• Exercise interpersonal sensitivity to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external collaborators/partners.


• Understand and incorporate the Agency and Department’s core values and ethical standards of practice into all intersections with individuals, organizations, and communities.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• 
  Stand:                                           Frequently


• 
  Walk:                                             Frequently


• 
  Sit:                                                 Frequently


• 
  Handling / Fingering:                  Occasionally


• 
  Reach Outward:                           Occasionally


• 
  Reach Above Shoulder:              Occasionally


• 
  Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend:           Occasionally


• 
  Lift / Carry: Occasionally -           Up to 50 lbs


• 
  Push/Pull: Occasionally -            Up to 50 lbs


• 
  See:                                                Constantly


• 
  Taste/ Smell:                                Not Applicable

KEY 

Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions

Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs/day)

Frequently = (2 - 5 hrs/day)

Constantly = (5+ hrs/day)

 WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Office Environment, Temperature Controlled

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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