Infection Control Nurse

Quest Healthcare Development; St. Clairsville (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

CE opportunities

Job summary

Quest Healthcare Development is seeking a Part-Time Infection Prevention & Control Nurse (RN/LPN) to support multiple Ohio skilled nursing and assisted living communities. The role involves traveling between facilities to oversee infection prevention programs and ensure regulatory compliance.

The nurse will conduct surveillance, provide staff education, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve resident safety and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio RN or LPN license in good standing.
• Infection Prevention Certification (CIC) preferred or willing to obtain.
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or assisted living preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CDC, CMS, and Ohio Dept. of Health infection control regulations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently across multiple locations.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee infection prevention and control programs across multiple facilities.
• Conduct infection surveillance, tracking, trending, and reporting.
• Monitor healthcare-associated infections and implement interventions to reduce rates.
• Ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, Ohio Department of Health, and OSHA standards.
• Provide education and training on infection prevention, isolation, hand hygiene, and PPE.
• Conduct rounds, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with outbreak investigations and coordinate response efforts.
• Maintain documentation and reports for regulatory surveys.
• Collaborate with leadership, medical providers, and teams to promote resident safety.
• Stay current on guidelines and recommend best practices.

Skills

Infection control

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Independent work

Job description

Part-Time Infection Prevention & Control Nurse (RN/LPN)
Ohio Facilities
Part-Time | Travel Required

Join Our Team!

We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Infection Prevention & Control Nurse to support our Ohio skilled nursing and assisted living communities. This part-time position is responsible for overseeing infection prevention and control programs while traveling between multiple facilities to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

If you are passionate about quality care, regulatory compliance, and improving resident outcomes, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee infection prevention and control programs across multiple facilities

• Conduct infection surveillance, tracking, trending, and reporting

• Monitor healthcare-associated infections and implement interventions to reduce infection rates

• Ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, Ohio Department of Health, and OSHA infection control standards

• Provide education and training to staff on infection prevention practices, isolation procedures, hand hygiene, and PPE use

• Conduct infection control rounds, audits, and quality improvement initiatives

• Assist with outbreak investigations and coordinate response efforts

• Maintain required documentation and prepare reports for regulatory surveys

• Collaborate with facility leadership, medical providers, and interdisciplinary teams to promote resident safety

• Stay current on infection prevention guidelines and recommend best practices

Qualifications

• Current Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing

• Infection Prevention certification (CIC) preferred or willingness to obtain

• Previous long-term care, skilled nursing, or assisted living experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of CDC, CMS, and Ohio Department of Health infection control regulations

• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills

• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities across multiple locations

• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance required

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Flexible part-time schedule

• Mileage reimbursement for travel between facilities

• Supportive leadership team

• Opportunity to positively impact resident safety and quality of care

• Continuing education and professional development opportunities

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse who enjoys education, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance. You'll play a vital role in protecting residents and staff while supporting multiple healthcare communities throughout Ohio.

Job Type: Part-Time

License/Certification:

• Ohio RN or LPN License (Required)

• Infection Prevention Certification (CIC) preferred