Infection Control Nurse Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the infection control nurse position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for education on hand hygiene, aseptic technique, infection prevention and control strategies, antiseptics and disinfectants, specific infectious diseases, and other related health care issues.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• RN who has certification or expertise in vascular access preferred
• Conducts active surveillance to identify and reduce the risk of acquiring and transmitting infections among patients, employees, visitors and students
• Provides leadership in evaluation, review and revision of policies following national standard changes from APIC, HICPAC, IDSA, SHEA, CDC, TJC, OSHA, and others as applicable
• Develops and reviews the Annual Risk Assessment and Infection Control Plan
• Ensures infection control and prevention programs comply with all mandated VHA, The Joint Commission (TJC), Office of Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Inspector General (OIG), applicable State, and all other requirements and guidelines
• Functions as a liaison to Public Health officials regarding the reporting of communicable diseases and other epidemiological significant findings
• Conducts or participates in research or facilitates special projects designed to validate and/or improve patient care and health care delivery and infection prevention and in patients
• Conducts and oversees the surgical risk assessment program

I am excited to be applying for the position of infection control nurse. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for inmate education as needed regarding infectious diseases and provide pre and post HIV counseling to inmates and staff as indicated.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Registered nurse licensed to practice in the State of Ohio
• Council and Committee Participation(divided between infection preventionists)
• Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, evaluating and/or directing IP activities preferred
• Current license as a Registered Professional Nurse, issued by PA State Board of Nursing
• Board Certified in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) preferred
• HIV / AID background
• Experience working with the Adult and Pediatric population
• Broad knowledge base in Epidemiology, statistics and microbiology preferred

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the infection control nurse position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for consultation to EHS and personnel involving possible and known exposure to infectious diseases and post-exposure management.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Participates in surgical performance improvement activities, and complies with all other SQN requirements
• Collaborates with Patient Safety, Safety, Sterile Processing, Utilization Management, and Risk Management in the execution of assigned job duties as needed
• Assuring that both clinical and administrative programs are following accrediting standards and regulatory requirements
• Possess a comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of the organization of the healthcare field with an emphasis on infection control, consulting, education, and group and team processes
• Maintain and manage IC activity records and generate reports addressing trends and patterns
• Planning, designing, integrating, implementing, and modification of the IC Program to continuously improve services in the care of patients
• Strong background in clinical nursing
• Knowledge of laws, regulations and standards related to hospital infection control

I am excited to be applying for the position of infection control nurse. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for patient and staff testing of infectious diseases and thorough documentation of testing as directed.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Previous experience as an Infection Control Nurse preferred
• A relatively high level of critical thinking skills, process and problem-solving skills
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control is voluntary but suggested
• Work requires the communication skills necessary to interpret facility policies in situations requiring preparation and presentations to facility staff, manage the performance of employees within a diverse department, or other duties requiring a comparable level of communication skills
• Demonstrated excellent written, oral and presentation skills
• Knowledge of nursing practices, infection control techniques, TDSHS standards, employee health needs, and basic OSHA rules
• Able to prioritize needs so that all will be met in a timely manner
• IC experience preferably in a behavioral health setting

I am excited to be applying for the position of infection control nurse. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for inservice education on recommended infection control techniques, infectious diseases and new developments in infection control.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of quality data analysis
• Experience with supply management and verification of charges
• Receives reports from TJC Task Force and coordinates data to assure compliance in preparation for hospital survey
• Care hospital
• Certification by the National Certification Board of Infection Control and Applied Epidemiology preferred
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control, health care systems, structure, functions, and community resources
• Familiarity with state law on health regulation and disease control, clinic policies and procedures
• Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse, issued by the Indiana State Board of Nursing