The Infection Preventionist is appointed by the Board of Trustees, on recommendation of medical staff and nursing leadership. This position has the authority and responsibility, under the direction of the CEO, CMO, CNO and the Chair of the Medical Staff Infection Control Committee, to effectively coordinate the Adirondack Health program for Surveillance, Prevention and Control of Infection, in accordance with prevailing statute, regulation and standards, and the current Scope of Practice as defined by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC). Effectively mitigates risks related to infections by making recommendations designed to reduce or eliminate, where possible, infections. Collects, profiles, analyzes, follows up and prepares reports on i