Infection Prevention Leader (RN) for Long-Term Care

Cypress Pointe Rehabilitation Center; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, andSupplement

Supplemental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Cypress Pointe Rehabilitation Center in Wilmington, NC is seeking a knowledgeable RN to join our leadership team as an Infection Preventionist / Infection Control Officer. This role oversees the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program, supporting resident safety, regulatory compliance, staff education, and quality clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities include developing and maintaining the program, monitoring infection data, conducting audits, educating staff, and leading outbreak

Qualifications

• Current and active North Carolina RN license required.
• Infection Preventionist certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of infection prevention regulations and practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience with staff education and compliance monitoring preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the facility Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Monitor infection surveillance data and identify trends.
• Ensure compliance with CDC, OSHA, CMS, and state regulations.
• Conduct infection control audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Educate and train staff on infection prevention protocols and best practices.
• Oversee outbreak investigations and response procedures.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to promote resident safety.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and infection tracking logs.
• Monitor antibiotic stewardship initiatives.
• Participate in QAPI activities.

Skills

Infection prevention leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff education

Healthcare quality improvement

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse licensed (RN)

Infection Preventionist certification preferred

Job description

Cypress Pointe Rehabilitation Center in Wilmington, NC is seeking a knowledgeable RN to join our leadership team as an Infection Preventionist / Infection Control Officer. This role oversees the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program, supporting resident safety, regulatory compliance, staff education, and quality clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities include developing and maintaining the program, monitoring infection data, conducting audits, educating staff, and leading outbreak