Infection Preventionist

Description: Location: Cherry County Hospital in Valentine, NE Job Title: Infection Prevention & Safety Officer Position: Full-time/ Salary Compensation for RN or Compensation for Non-RN: Competitive wage based on experience Benefit Eligible: Yes Join Our Team – Infection Prevention & Safety Officer Cherry County Hospital is seeking a dedicated Infection Prevention & Safety Officer to lead our hospital-wide infection prevention, workplace safety, and emergency preparedness programs. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient safety, employee well-being, and quality care in a rural Critical Access Hospital. Position Highlights Lead infection prevention and workplace safety initiatives Coordinate the hospital's Emergency Preparedness Program Monitor compliance with CMS, CDC, OSHA, and accreditation standards Conduct safety rounds, infection surveillance, and staff education Collaborate with leadership and clinical departments to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement Prepare for regulatory surveys, audits, and inspections Qualifications Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare, Public Health, Safety, or a related field Minimum of two years of experience in healthcare safety, infection prevention, quality, or risk management preferred Critical Access Hospital or rural healthcare experience preferred CIC, CHSP, CEPS, or similar certification preferred Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare safety, infection prevention, quality, or risk management preferred. Health and safety–related certification (e.g., CIC, CHSP, CEPS, or other relevant credential) preferred. Why Join Cherry County Hospital? Work alongside a collaborative and supportive healthcare team Make a direct impact on patient care, employee safety, and regulatory excellence Opportunity to lead meaningful quality and safety initiatives in a rural healthcare setting Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Comprehensive Benefits Package ~ Health Insurance: Co-pay or HSA plan options – 100% employee premium paid ~ Dental Insurance: 100% employee premium paid ~ Vision Insurance: 100% employee premium paid ~$50,000 Group Life Insurance with AD&D ~ Long-Term Disability: 100% employee premium paid ~ Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) ~ Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution ~ Optional Supplemental Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life & AD&D, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance ~ Retirement Plan: 457 Plan with Pre-Tax and Roth contribution options If you're passionate about creating a safe, high-quality healthcare environment, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Cherry County Hospital team! Requirements: Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing, healthcare, public health, safety, or related field required. Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare safety, infection prevention, quality, or risk management preferred. Experience in a Critical Access Hospital or rural healthcare environment preferred. Health and safety–related certification (e.g., CIC, CHSP, CEPS, or other relevant credential) preferred. PIfe52f77a66f5-38059-40948973