Infection Control Nurse

Caspermountainhc; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

Continuing education

Professional development opportunities

Supportive environment

Job summary

Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center in Casper, Wyoming is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as Infection Prevention Nurse. This clinical leadership role develops and oversees the facility's infection prevention program, ensuring compliance with CMS, CDC, OSHA, and Wyoming health regulations while working with the nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams.

The role focuses on surveillance, outbreak investigation, staff education, and regulatory readiness to protect residents,

Qualifications

• RN license active in Wyoming.
• CPR or BLS certification current.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience in healthcare.
• Infection prevention certification (CIC) preferred or willing to obtain.
• Solid knowledge of CMS, CDC, OSHA guidelines and long-term care regs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the Infection Prevention and Control Program per CMS F880 and state regs.
• Ongoing surveillance, tracking, and analysis of HAIs and communicable diseases.
• Investigate outbreaks and implement interventions to reduce transmission.
• Monitor compliance with CDC, OSHA, CMS infection standards.
• Lead infection control rounds and staff training on prevention practices.
• Collaborate with leadership to coordinate immunization and staff health programs.

Skills

RN license

CPR/BLS

Infection control

EMR proficiency

Leadership

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

EMR

Microsoft Office

Infection surveillance systems

Job description

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 difference

Position 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 Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program in accordance with CMS F880 and applicable federal and state regulations
• Conduct ongoing surveillance, tracking, trending, and analysis of healthcare-associated infections and communicable diseases
• Investigate infection outbreaks and implement appropriate interventions to reduce transmission risks
• Monitor compliance with CDC, OSHA, CMS, and facility infection prevention standards
• Lead infection control rounds throughout the facility to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure regulatory compliance
• Educate and train employees on infection prevention practices, bloodborne pathogens, personal protective equipment (PPE), standard and transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, and exposure prevention
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, physicians, pharmacy, laboratory, environmental services, dietary, and therapy departments to implement infection prevention initiatives
• Ensure proper isolation precautions, infectious waste disposal procedures, and environmental cleaning protocols are consistently followed
• Maintain accurate infection surveillance data, reports, logs, and regulatory documentation
• Report communicable and reportable diseases to local and state health departments as required
• Coordinate resident and employee immunization programs, including influenza, COVID-19, and other recommended vaccinations
• Develop and oversee employee tuberculosis (TB) screening, exposure follow-up, and employee health monitoring programs
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives related to infection prevention and resident safety
• Assist with survey preparation, regulatory audits, corrective action plans, and infection prevention compliance reviews
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and employee health information in accordance with HIPAA regulations
• Serve as the facility's infection prevention resource and clinical consultant for all departments

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the State of Wyoming
• Current CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, hospital, or healthcare setting preferred
• Infection Prevention certification (CIC) preferred or willingness to obtain certification within an established timeframe
• Comprehensive knowledge of CMS regulations, CDC infection prevention guidelines, OSHA standards, and long-term care regulatory requirements
• Experience with infection surveillance, outbreak investigations, employee health, and quality improvement initiatives preferred
• Strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills with the ability to educate staff at all levels
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR), Microsoft Office, and infection surveillance reporting systems
• Commitment to promoting resident safety, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellence

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Care Cash Program
• Referral Bonus Program
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Grow With Us

At 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 Us

Casper 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Casper 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 Accommodation

Casper 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 Requirements

• Ability 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 periods
• Ability to conduct infection control rounds and observe clinical practices across multiple departments
• Ability to respond promptly to infection control concerns, outbreaks, and emergency situations