RN Infection Control Nurse

Legacy Health Services • Chardon, OH

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About The Position

The RN Infection Control Nurse oversees the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program in accordance with state, federal, CMS, and CDC guidelines. This role focuses on reducing healthcare-associated infections, ensuring regulatory compliance, educating staff, and maintaining continuous survey readiness in a long-term care setting.

Requirements

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing (state-specific).
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in long-term care or a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, CDC guidelines, and infection prevention standards.
• Strong organizational, assessment, and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and implement evidence-based practices.

Nice To Haves

• Infection Prevention certification (CIC) or formal infection control training.
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or post-acute care.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Experience with survey processes and regulatory compliance.
• Experience participating in QAPI or performance improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Conduct infection surveillance, tracking, investigation, and reporting of communicable diseases.
• Ensure timely reporting to local and state health departments as required.
• Monitor and educate staff on infection prevention practices, including hand hygiene, PPE, isolation precautions, and exposure management.
• Review and update infection control policies and procedures in alignment with regulatory guidance.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, medical providers, and interdisciplinary teams to reduce infection risks.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Conduct audits related to infection control, environmental sanitation, and hand hygiene compliance.
• Assist with outbreak management, containment, and documentation.
• Educate residents and families on infection prevention as appropriate.
• Support survey readiness and participate in regulatory surveys and plan-of-correction development.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and PTO.
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative interdisciplinary team.
• Opportunity to play a key role in resident safety, quality outcomes, and regulatory success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed