Infection Control Nurse/Staff Development Coordinator - RN or LPN

Legacy Lifecare, Inc.; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus ($4,000)

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

St. Joseph's Living Center in Connecticut is seeking an Infection Control Nurse/Staff Development Coordinator (RN or LPN) to lead infection prevention, conduct audits, and deliver staff training.

The role offers a $100,000–$102,000 annual salary plus a $4,000 sign-on bonus, full-time schedule, and on-call weekends every fourth week. Hours are 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a focus on resident safety and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Active CT RN or LPN licensure.
• 2+ years in long-term care nursing.
• ICP certification preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the facility's infection prevention and control program through surveillance, audits, data analysis, and QI initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with infection control regulations by monitoring practices, investigating outbreaks, and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver staff education, orientation, and ongoing clinical training to support regulatory compliance and quality care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to identify training needs, promote best practices, and improve resident outcomes.
• Maintain infection control records, monitor trends, and serve as a clinical resource for infection prevention and staff development.

Skills

Nursing care

Infection control

Staff education

English fluency

Education

CT RN licensure

CT LPN licensure

Job description

Infection Control Nurse/Staff Development Coordinator - RN or LPN | St. Joseph's Living Center
$100,000 - $102,000/annually, based off of experience

$4,000 Sign-On Bonus

Full-Time | 40hrs per week
Monday - Friday | 8:00AM - 4:00PM | On-Call every 4th weekend

At St. Joseph's Living Center, we not only provide compassionate and comprehensive care, but we are a leader in the industry when it comes to the value we place on resident care and employee appreciation!

Delivering Solutions that Matter:

• Lead the facility's infection prevention and control program through surveillance, audits, data analysis, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with infection control regulations by monitoring practices, investigating outbreaks, and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver staff education, orientation, and ongoing clinical training to support regulatory compliance and quality care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to identify training needs, promote best practices, and improve resident outcomes.
• Maintain infection control records, monitor trends, and serve as a clinical resource for infection prevention and staff development.

Qualifications for Success:

• Active, unencumbered CT Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure
• 2+ years of prior experience working as a clinical Nurse in a long-term care setting
• ICP certification preferred, but not necessary
• Current CPR certifications, including BLS
• RN Ability to communicate fluently in English - both verbally and written

Benefits for Eligible Positions:

• Comprehensive health & insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, plus optional supplemental coverage (STD, LTD, accident, critical illness, pet insurance)
• Strong financial & retirement benefits including 403(b) retirement savings
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday
• Inclusive workplace with great environment and rewarding organization culture

St. Joseph's Living Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.