Infection Preventionist/Staff Development (LPN or RN)

Volare Health • Eugene, OR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Volare Health is seeking a healthcare professional for a dual leadership role as Staff Development Coordinator (SDC) and Infection Preventionist (IP) at its skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Eugene, Oregon. The position supports staff training and development while leading infection prevention and control efforts to promote safe, resident-centered care. The role is full-time, Monday through Friday, with a required weekend call rotation. The listed starting salary is $112,230+ per year for an RN or $84,000+ per year for an LPN, depending on experience.

Requirements

• Active LPN licensure in good standing in Oregon.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule with required weekend call rotation.

Nice To Haves

• Active RN licensure in good standing in Oregon.
• Current certification in Infection Control.
• Experience in staff education or training and infection prevention is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Administrator, Director of Nursing Services, and staff to assess training needs and implement programs that meet regulatory requirements.
• Develop and update staff development policies, including guidelines for certification, training completion, and compliance.
• Ensure nursing assistants complete state-required certification programs.
• Oversee orientation, in-service education, continuing education, and CNA certification training programs.
• Maintain lesson plans, training records, and schedules for students and instructors.
• Implement and evaluate new employee orientation programs, including skills assessments and competency checklists.
• Verify CNA certifications with state registries and ensure ongoing training compliance.
• Provide skills training for new staff and address competency gaps.
• Develop, implement, and oversee the facility’s infection prevention and control program.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain infection and antibiotic-use data; monitor trends and resistance.
• Investigate infection outbreaks and incidents and report findings as required.
• Collaborate with federal, state, and local health departments on communicable disease reporting.
• Direct infection risk assessments, annual prevention plans, and compliance audits.
• Educate and train clinical teams and facility staff on infection prevention practices.
• Serve as a resource on infection prevention and best practices in resident care.

Benefits

• Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance options for employees and families through the Oregon Trust.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Unlimited referral bonuses.
• Competitive salary with growth potential, depending on experience.
• Supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Leadership role with an impact on staff development and resident care quality.

What This Job Offers

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