Infection Control Nurse

Why Join Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center?At Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center, joining our team means more than accepting a position—it means becoming part of an organization that values your contributions, supports your professional growth, and recognizes the meaningful impact you make every day.Supportive, team-oriented environment Opportunities for advancement and career development Leadership that values and listens to staff Meaningful work where you truly make a differencePosition Overview (Infection Prevention Nurse)Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center is seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as our Infection Prevention Nurse. This clinical leadership role is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program while ensuring compliance with CMS, CDC, OSHA, Wyoming Department of Health, and all applicable federal and state regulations.The Infection Prevention Nurse works collaboratively with the Director of Nursing, Medical Director, interdisciplinary team, and facility leadership to reduce healthcare-associated infections, promote resident safety, educate staff, and maintain survey readiness. This position plays a vital role in protecting the health and well-being of residents, visitors, and employees through proactive infection surveillance, prevention strategies, and regulatory compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program in accordance with CMS F880 and applicable federal and state regulationsConduct ongoing surveillance, tracking, trending, and analysis of healthcare-associated infections and communicable diseasesInvestigate infection outbreaks and implement appropriate interventions to reduce transmission risksMonitor compliance with CDC, OSHA, CMS, and facility infection prevention standardsLead infection control rounds throughout the facility to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure regulatory complianceEducate and train employees on infection prevention practices, bloodborne pathogens, personal protective equipment (PPE), standard and transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, and exposure preventionCollaborate with nursing leadership, physicians, pharmacy, laboratory, environmental services, dietary, and therapy departments to implement infection prevention initiativesEnsure proper isolation precautions, infectious waste disposal procedures, and environmental cleaning protocols are consistently followedMaintain accurate infection surveillance data, reports, logs, and regulatory documentationReport communicable and reportable diseases to local and state health departments as requiredCoordinate resident and employee immunization programs, including influenza, COVID-19, and other recommended vaccinationsDevelop and oversee employee tuberculosis (TB) screening, exposure follow-up, and employee health monitoring programsParticipate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives related to infection prevention and resident safetyAssist with survey preparation, regulatory audits, corrective action plans, and infection prevention compliance reviewsMaintain confidentiality of resident and employee health information in accordance with HIPAA regulationsServe as the facility's infection prevention resource and clinical consultant for all departmentsQualificationsGraduate of an accredited nursing program with a current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the State of WyomingCurrent CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationMinimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, hospital, or healthcare setting preferredInfection Prevention certification (CIC) preferred or willingness to obtain certification within an established timeframeComprehensive knowledge of CMS regulations, CDC infection prevention guidelines, OSHA standards, and long-term care regulatory requirementsExperience with infection surveillance, outbreak investigations, employee health, and quality improvement initiatives preferredStrong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skillsExcellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills with the ability to educate staff at all levelsProficiency with electronic medical records (EMR), Microsoft Office, and infection surveillance reporting systemsCommitment to promoting resident safety, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellenceBenefitsCompetitive pay401(k)Health, dental, and vision insurancePaid Time Off (PTO)Care Cash ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramContinuing education and professional development opportunitiesSupportive and collaborative work environmentGrow With UsAt Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center, we are committed to developing clinical leaders who make a lasting impact on resident care. Whether you are expanding your expertise in infection prevention or advancing your nursing leadership career, we provide opportunities for continued education, mentorship, and professional growth.About UsCasper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center proudly serves the Casper, Wyoming community by providing exceptional skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-acute services. Our mission is centered on compassion, dignity, and clinical excellence while improving the quality of life for every resident we serve.We foster a workplace culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to succeed—professionally and personally.Apply TodayJoin a team where your clinical expertise, leadership, and commitment to resident safety make a meaningful difference every day. Apply today to become part of Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center.Equal Opportunity EmployerCasper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.Reasonable AccommodationCasper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources.Physical RequirementsAbility to lift, transfer, and reposition residents (up to 50+ lbs. with assistance as needed)Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks throughout the facility for extended periodsAbility to conduct infection control rounds and observe clinical practices across multiple departmentsAbility to respond promptly to infection control concerns, outbreaks, and emergency situations