Infection Control Nurse (RN)

Veritas Management Group; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(K)

Generous Time Off Policy

Education Reimbursement

And More!!

Job summary

The Center at Foresight in Grand Junction, CO is seeking an Infection Control Nurse to lead infection prevention initiatives within our rehabilitation and complex nursing care setting. You will develop programs, monitor data, and collaborate with care teams to prevent infections.

The ideal candidate is an RN with at least 2 years in infection control, has knowledge of CDC/OSHA guidelines, excellent communication, and a track record of staff education and audit-driven improvements.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid license.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in infection prevention and control or related nursing role.
• Strong knowledge of infection control standards and regulatory requirements (CDC, OSHA, WHO, etc.).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to educate and train staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee infection prevention and control programs.
• Monitor and analyze infection data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct training and educational programs for healthcare staff on infection prevention best practices.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal infection control regulations and guidelines.
• Investigate infection outbreaks and recommend appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate with various departments to develop and maintain infection control policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and support on infection control measures, including hand hygiene, PPE usage, and sterilization techniques.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to ensure adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Skills

Infection control

Nursing

Regulatory knowledge

Staff education

Education

RN license

CIC certification (preferred)

Job description

The Center at Foresight is seeking a committed and detail-oriented Infection Control Nurse to join our team and play a vital role in preventing and controlling infections within our healthcare environment.

Compensation/Benefits

• Health benefits
• 401(K)
• Generous Time Off Policy
• Education Reimbursement
• And More!!

Pay is dependent on experience.

About Us

The Center at Foresight serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. With state-of-the-art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care.

Job Highlights

• Develop, implement, and oversee infection prevention and control programs.
• Monitor and analyze infection data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct training and educational programs for healthcare staff on infection prevention best practices.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal infection control regulations and guidelines.
• Investigate infection outbreaks and recommend appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate with various departments to develop and maintain infection control policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and support on infection control measures, including hand hygiene, PPE usage, and sterilization techniques.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to ensure adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid license.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in infection prevention and control or related nursing role.
• Strong knowledge of infection control standards and regulatory requirements (CDC, OSHA, WHO, etc.).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to educate and train staff effectively.