Infection Preventionist | Senior Living

Lutheran Life Communities•Arlington Heights, IL

23d•$90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Start a new career as an Infection Preventionist at Lutheran Home! Lutheran Home, you will begin a meaningful career in a faith-based, mission-driven organization where team members are supported, valued, and called to serve. Lutheran Home fosters a culture that promotes growth, recognition, and continual learning while investing resources back into our team. Apply today and receive a response within 48 hours! Why choose Lutheran Home? A mission rooted in serving residents, team members, and the community Recognition for exceptional service, leadership, and dedication through our unique Culture Program A structured training and onboarding program to set you up for success A supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development Great benefits package available Salary: $90,000-$115,000 | Credit Given for Experience How you will make an impact: As the Infection Preventionist at Lutheran Home, you will lead the Infection Prevention and Control Program for our community, playing a critical role in resident and team member health and safety. You will oversee infection control policies, procedures, surveillance, reporting, and education, ensuring our practices meet all regulatory requirements. You will collaborate with internal teams, clinical leaders, and public health partners to maintain a safe and healthy environment. Your work will directly support our mission of empowering vibrant, grace-filled living across all generations. This role also includes leading employee health programs, providing training, conducting rounds, analyzing infection trends, mentoring nursing staff, and coordinating with external health departments and regulatory organizations. You will serve as a clinical resource, educator, and champion of best practices in infection prevention. Schedule: This is a full-time position with a typical Monday–Friday schedule. Some flexibility may be needed for trainings, audits, or emergent infection prevention needs.

Requirements

Current Illinois RN license
Minimum 1 year of related experience serving as a Infection Preventionist
2–4 years of teaching or training experience
Experience in geriatrics
Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze data, interpret trends, and write reports
Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members at all levels

Nice To Haves

Completion of APIC Fundamentals of Surveillance, Prevention, and Control preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the Infection Prevention and Control Program
Oversee infection control policies, procedures, surveillance, reporting, and education
Collaborate with internal teams, clinical leaders, and public health partners
Lead employee health programs
Provide training
Conduct rounds
Analyze infection trends
Mentor nursing staff
Coordinate with external health departments and regulatory organizations
Serve as a clinical resource
Educator
Champion of best practices in infection prevention