The Compliance Nurse plays a critical role in ensuring that AHS facilities operate in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures. This position involves monitoring clinical practices, conducting audits, reviewing documentation, and educating staff to maintain high standards of patient care and regulatory compliance.
The Compliance Nurse works closely with clinical teams, quality improvement departments, and administrative leaders to identify areas of risk and implement corrective actions. They help ensure adherence to regulations such as HIPAA, CMS guidelines, Joint Commission standards, and other relevant laws governing healthcare delivery.
The Infection Preventionist is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring AHS’s infection prevention and control programs. This role ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including CDC, OSHA, and Joint Commission standards, to safeguard patients, staff, and visitors from healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
Working closely with clinical and administrative teams, the Infection Preventionist leads efforts to reduce infection risks through surveillance, staff education, policy development, and outbreak response. This position plays a key role in promoting a culture of safety and continuous quality improvement.
Primary Job Functions:
Compliance:
Infection Control:
Administrative and Other Related Duties as Assigned:
Current RN license to practice in the state of Alabama. BSN or MSN preferred. Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or willingness to obtain, preferred. Minimum of five years of experience in nursing within a medical setting. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
Knowledge of infection prevention and control principles; occupational health; education presentations; and items outlined below, required to be attained within six (6) months of employment:
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