RN Infection Prevention & Control Manager - RNIPCM 0416 NS#11

NavitasPartners•Sitka, AK

About The Position

The RN Infection Prevention & Control Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) program. This role focuses on ensuring regulatory compliance, reducing healthcare-associated infections, and promoting a culture of safety through data-driven initiatives, education, and collaboration across clinical teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, Microbiology, or related field (required)
Minimum 3 years of experience in infection control, acute care, or performance improvement
Active, unrestricted RN license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within 3 months of hire)
Completion of clinical and high-risk competencies within required timeframe
Strong knowledge of epidemiology and infectious disease principles
Data analysis, reporting, and statistical interpretation skills
Ability to develop and implement infection control programs and policies
Excellent leadership and communication abilities
Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and regulatory environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree (e.g., MPH, MSN) preferred
Experience with epidemiology and data analysis preferred
Long-term care experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain the Infection Prevention & Control Program
Ensure alignment with regulatory and industry standards (e.g., CDC, OSHA, CMS, FDA, TJC, APIC)
Create and update infection control policies and procedures
Oversee healthcare-associated infection (HAI) surveillance and prevention initiatives
Collect, analyze, and trend infection control data
Prepare and submit reports to national databases and regulatory agencies
Maintain accurate infection surveillance records
Provide infection control insights and data support across departments
Deliver infection prevention education to staff, patients, and families
Conduct onboarding and annual infection control training programs
Serve as a subject matter expert on infection prevention practices
Collaborate with public health organizations and external partners
Lead infection prevention committees and initiatives
Participate in organizational committees and quality improvement programs
Oversee employee health-related infection control activities
Provide strategic guidance to leadership on infection prevention
Travel between facilities as needed to support program implementation
Conduct audits, training sessions, and compliance assessments across sites
Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams