IA-Chief Clinical Officer​/Infection Control

Chief Executive Officer

Responsible for the organization and administration of Nursing and other Clinical Departments in a manner consistent with the philosophy of Loring Hospital and standards of care for specific departments. Collaborates with hospital administration to define and achieve goals and objectives of the hospital in concert with Loring Hospital’s mission statement. Acts as a resource within the organization and with external entities related to areas of expertise.

Maintains policies as indicated for regulatory compliance. Responsible for the development, coordination, and management of the Infection Control (IC) program activities. Maintains policies as indicated for regulatory compliance related to Infection Control.

An integral member of the healthcare team providing leadership, overseeing the coordination of clinical department activities and guiding the delivery of safe, cost-effective quality service, Conditions of Participation (CoP) compliance, overseeing the coordination of the infection control program. She/he is a resource, mentor, and coach serving as a liaison between personnel, administration, Medical Staff, community, and other departments to ensure optimal services and infection control principles.

Promote sound epidemiologic principles to prevent the transmission of infectious agents within the healthcare system. The infection control nurse is responsible for ensuring compliance with state and federal standards related to infection control practices. Leads by example and facilitates communication and change that supports Loring’s mission.

• Oversees Inpatient services, Outpatient services, emergency services, Cardio/Pulmonary/Respiratory Therapy Services, Laboratory, Surgery, Infection Control, Radiology, Physical Therapy and Employee Health.

• Department specific compliance monitoring completed and reported as requested.
• Annual budget completed and submitted within required time frames.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, orienting, assigning, training, directing work, counseling, appraising performance, rewarding, and disciplining personnel. This includes enforcing all policies and procedures of the department and the entire facility.
  • Conducts one-on-one Performance Review Status Update (PRSU) and other performance evaluations as required on all direct reports to include any appropriate disciplinary action.
• Department specific Performance/Quality Improvement (QI) projects completed and reported on as required.
• Department specific goals developed annually and summary of goal completion submitted as requested.
• Collaborates with local, county, and regional organizations/programs to promote healthcare services.
• Oversees clinical areas with budget preparation and monthly financial reports. Collaborates with managers in adjusting budget variances when indicated and determine actions to address concerns.
• Actively seeks out ways to improved and/or provide new revenue streams.
• Assesses capital budget/clinical equipment needs and assists in recommending priorities accordingly.
• Assures quality patient care in accordance with all application standards. Provides guidance and resources for maintaining and improving clinical skills throughout the hospital. Assists with the planning and implementation of new services for improved health of patient, hospital and region.
• Works closely with the Compliance Specialist ensuring Conditions of Participation (CoP) are within the required standards.
• Keeps department managers informed of CoP revisions and adjust requirements accordingly.
• Studies/analyzes healthcare promotions, trends and directions for goal setting and strategic planning.
• Committed to customer service and improving patient satisfaction.
• Serves as Emergency Preparedness Co-Chairperson
  • Maintain assets in your department.
  • Reviews all department policies and procedures annually.
• Performs duties of Operations Chief with HICS program.
• Organize Infection Prevention and Control Committee meetings quarterly and maintain all meeting minutes to determine the direction of surveillance activities and actively evaluate…