Registered Nurse, Infection Prevention & Employee Health

HOPEWEST • Grand Junction, CO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Infection Prevention & Employee Health Nurse (RN) leads HopeWest’s organization-wide Infection Prevention and Control Program and oversees employee health and safety practices related to infectious disease prevention. This role is responsible for infection surveillance, regulatory compliance, employee exposure management, immunization programs, and staff education across all service lines. The position partners closely with People Operations and Clinical Leadership to ensure a safe environment for employees, patients, and participants while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required.
• 5-7 years of RN experience required.
• Minimum three (3) years hospice, PACE, geriatric care, home health/community-based nursing.
• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado
• Valid Colorado driver’s license and reliable transportation with adequate automobile insurance

Nice To Haves

• Infection prevention and/or employee health experience preferred
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred or willingness to obtain within 12–24 months

Responsibilities

• Infection surveillance
• Regulatory compliance
• Employee exposure management
• Immunization programs
• Staff education across all service lines
• Ensuring a safe environment for employees, patients, and participants
• Maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance effective the first of the month following start date
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program
• Immediate accrual of PTO and medical leave
• Employer paid life insurance
• EAP & Disability
• 403b Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations
• Mileage reimbursement of 65cents/mile for work related driving

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level