Top-Notch Infection Prevention and Control

Bring your expertise to NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where infection prevention and control play a crucial role in our ongoing success. We are deeply committed to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for everyone—patients, employees, and visitors alike. Discover how you can help Make It Possible.

Nurse Epidemiologist – Full-Time - Days - Columbia

Join us in this essential role where you’ll assist in coordinating and implementing our Infection Prevention and Control Program. You’ll monitor cases of communicable diseases, healthcare-associated infections, and epidemiologically significant organisms. Your responsibilities will include collecting, analyzing, and reporting surveillance data while ensuring the program adheres to all applicable regulations.

In this position, you’ll investigate potential outbreaks, implementing prevention and control measures as needed. You'll also collaborate with a variety of departments, partnering closely with staff nurses, nursing leaders, and physicians to support infection prevention and control efforts. Regular evaluation of the program and active participation in performance improvement initiatives will also be key aspects of your role.

At NewYork-Presbyterian, nursing is more than a career—it’s a life-changing journey focused on achieving exceptional patient outcomes. Our nurses excel in a compassionate environment that fosters care, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Together, we make a lasting impact on the health of our patients and their families, strengthening our communities and the world.

This is typically a Monday - Friday, 9AM-5PM position that requires flexibility in your schedule. This position will be located at our Columbia site.

Preferred Criteria:

• Master's degree in nursing or related field. If master’s in nursing, BSN can be preferred.
• Certified by the Certification Board for Infection Control & Epidemiology
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in bedside nursing (Critical Care preferred)
• At least 2 years of acute care experience
• Experience in infection control

Required Criteria:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Valid New York State RN license
• Ability to sit for certification examination after 2 years or less of employment
• 3-5 years of clinical experience

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

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It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.