Infection Control Nurse

Mallard Bay Nursing & Rehab•Cambridge, MD

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Infection Control Nurse to serve as the facility’s resource for infection prevention, quality systems, and staff development. This role ensures compliance with clinical best practices, regulatory standards, and safe business operations. The Infection Control Nurse also coordinates and monitors all aspects of infection prevention and control while supporting ongoing staff education and quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Current RN or LPN license
Strong organizational, analytical, and leadership skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with interdisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in infection prevention, staff education, or quality improvement preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee and document the orientation plan for all nursing staff and contractors.
Collaborate with leadership to plan, coordinate, and conduct training sessions in line with federal, state, local, and company requirements.
Assess training needs and develop, implement, evaluate, and document all nursing staff development programs, including in-service and continuing education.
Provide ongoing training to staff on quality management and improvement initiatives.
Initiate and monitor performance improvement plans.
Participate in risk identification, planning, and process improvement activities.
Review and analyze data to identify infection control trends and issues.
Conduct process and outcome monitoring to ensure compliance and safety.
Coordinate monthly infection control rounds and outbreak investigations.
Prepare and present reports for the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee.
Assist in reviewing and updating infection prevention and control policies and procedures.