Infection Preventionist RN

Infection Preventionist

We are currently seeking an experienced Nurse to join our team as the Infection Preventionist. This is a full-time opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Collecting, analyzing, and providing infection data and trends to nursing staff and health care practitioners
• Consulting on infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies
• Providing education and training
• Implementing evidence-based infection control practice, including those mandated by regulatory and licensing agencies, and guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
• Monitoring antibiotic utilization which supports antibiotic stewardship activities.

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN nursing license for the state of Illinois
• Experience in infection control in long term care or other healthcare setting
• Demonstrate knowledge of principles related to infection prevention and control
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff members and external organizations
• Computer literacy
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Health Insurance for full-time employees
• Dental Insurance for full-time employees
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefit Plans offered to full- and part-time employees
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Plan (IMRF) for employees working 1000+ hours per year
• Wellness Program
• Free continuing education through our Learning Management System
• Great team to work alongside!
• *Further benefit details listed on total rewards guide