Travel RN, Infection Control - Juneau, AK

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for an Infection Preventionist in Juneau, Alaska.

Location

Juneau, AK

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Specific shift details will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description

The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for the surveillance, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). This role includes monitoring reportable conditions, educating employees about infection prevention, and developing health system policies and procedures to ensure rigorous infection prevention and control standards. The IP will be aligned with Joint Commission, OSHA, CMS, CDC, FDA, and other regulatory bodies' guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and updating of the Infection Prevention and Control Plan and Program.
• Collect, trend, prepare, and maintain all infection control data and statistical reports.
• Provide infection prevention and control education to all areas of SEARHC.
• Assist in planning, developing, and implementing a comprehensive infection prevention and control program.
• Conduct evidence-based research to determine appropriate actions through data collection and analysis.
• Facilitate the education of staff, patients, and visitors regarding infection prevention and control.
• Participate actively in the IPC committee and other related committees/teams.
• Travel to various sites within SEARHC for assessments, education, and training.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of acute care/infection control experience and/or data collection and performance improvement/risk management experience.
• Experience with basic statistics and epidemiological principles.

Certifications/Licensure

• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field (Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, Microbiology, or similar) is required.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is required.
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is current.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.