Director of Infection Prevention & Control

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) match

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension is seeking an experienced leader to direct organization-wide infection control efforts in Nashville, TN. You will define goals, ensure regulatory alignment, manage staffing and budgets, and oversee audits to minimize transmission and exposure risks.

The role requires CBIC certification or equivalent and RN licensure in Tennessee. Advanced degree in public health is strongly preferred to drive hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Certification specializing in Infection Control credentialed from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) obtained before hire date or transfer date.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from Tennessee Board of Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs organization-wide surveillance, remediation, and reporting to mitigate transmission and occupational exposure risks.
• Defines infection control goals and standards in alignment with clinical, regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements.
• Manages end-to-end staffing functions, including recruitment, performance management, discipline, and continuing education.
• Prepares and oversees program budgets, ensures resource compliance, and directs internal and external audits.
• Leads the evaluation of healthcare-associated infection data to drive risk-reduction strategies and optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Infection control leadership

Staff management

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare or related field

Associate's degree in healthcare field

Master's in Public Health preferred

Job description

Ascension is seeking an experienced leader to direct organization-wide infection control efforts in Nashville, TN. You will define goals, ensure regulatory alignment, manage staffing and budgets, and oversee audits to minimize transmission and exposure risks.

The role requires CBIC certification or equivalent and RN licensure in Tennessee. Advanced degree in public health is strongly preferred to drive hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.