Infection Prevention Nurse (LVN)

PACS

7d • $93,600 - $114,400 • Onsite

About The Position

Medical Hill Healthcare Center is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Infection Preventionist Nurse (LVN) to join our healthcare team. This position plays a vital role in developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control practices throughout the facility while promoting a safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Requirements

• Current California LVN/LPN license in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control principles.
• Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to analyze infection trends and develop appropriate interventions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to educate and work collaboratively with staff across multiple departments.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in infection prevention, skilled nursing, post-acute care, or long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor the facility's infection prevention and control program.
• Conduct routine infection surveillance and identify trends or potential outbreaks.
• Monitor compliance with infection prevention policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate suspected or confirmed infections and coordinate appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain accurate infection control records, reports, and documentation.
• Provide infection prevention education and training to nursing staff and other facility employees.
• Monitor hand hygiene, PPE use, isolation precautions, and other infection control practices.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, physicians, laboratory personnel, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Assist with outbreak investigations and implementation of appropriate prevention and containment measures.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives related to infection prevention.
• Stay current with applicable infection prevention guidelines, regulations, and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by facility leadership.

Benefits

• Full-Time position
• $93,600–$114,400 annual salary
• Meaningful leadership role in resident safety and quality of care
• Collaborative healthcare environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on infection prevention and facility-wide clinical outcomes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree