Infection Control Nurse Educator (RN) - Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan with company 匹

Job summary

Copper Springs Gilbert is seeking an Infection Control/Nurse Educator (RN) to lead infection prevention efforts and educate nursing staff in a high‑quality behavioral health setting. The role supports patient safety, regulatory compliance, and staff development within a 96-bed facility in Gilbert, AZ.

The ideal candidate has an active RN license, a BSN/ADN, BLS, and experience in behavioral health. Supervisory experience is preferred, along with infection control certification.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license required.
• Nursing degree from an accredited school (BSN or ADN).
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Experience: Behavioral Health RN in psychiatric care; supervisory experience preferred.
• Infection control certification preferred.
• Arizona license or Compact license with AZ endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Direct infection prevention and control program for the hospital.
• Oversee infection surveillance, reporting, and staff education.
• Coordinate preventive and intervention measures and tracking/reporting systems.
• Consult with physicians and staff on precautions to prevent transmission.
• Investigate infection control problems and arrange follow-up care.
• Instruct staff in universal infection control procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Infection Control

Nurse Educator

Leadership

Education

BSN or ADN

APIC Certification preferred

Job description

Copper Springs Gilbert is seeking an Infection Control/Nurse Educator (RN) to lead infection prevention efforts and educate nursing staff in a high‑quality behavioral health setting. The role supports patient safety, regulatory compliance, and staff development within a 96-bed facility in Gilbert, AZ.

The ideal candidate has an active RN license, a BSN/ADN, BLS, and experience in behavioral health. Supervisory experience is preferred, along with infection control certification.