Infection Prevention Leader & Staff Education

PACS; Washington; On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain View Post Acute is seeking an Infection Control & Staff Development Coordinator (LPN/RN) to lead the facility’s infection prevention program and coordinate ongoing staff education in Washington state.

The role works closely with the Director of Nursing, department leaders, staff, residents, and healthcare professionals to ensure regulatory compliance, high-quality care, and a culture of safety. A valid LPN/RN license in WA and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• Current, active LPN or RN license in Washington State.
• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• 2+ years of nursing experience, preferably in long-term care.
• Knowledge of infection prevention, epidemiology, microbiology, infectious diseases, and aseptic technique.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong communication, organization, teaching, and critical-thinking skills.
• APIC certification in infection control preferred but not required.
• Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.
• Commitment to continuing education and good standing with the Washington State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the facility’s infection prevention and control program.
• Monitor compliance with CDC, OSHA, state, and facility infection control requirements.
• Conduct rounds and monitor hand hygiene, aseptic technique, standard/universal precautions, and isolation practices.
• Track, investigate, document, and report resident and employee infections and communicable diseases.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and the Infection Control Committee on infection trends, corrective actions, and prevention strategies.
• Support TB management, bloodborne pathogen prevention, employee health, and exposure follow-up.
• Assist departments with infection prevention practices related to cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, laundry, waste disposal, and environmental safety.
• Participate in facility surveys and inspections as needed.
• Develop, coordinate, and maintain orientation and training programs for new and existing employees.
• Provide education related to infection prevention, OSHA, CDC guidelines, bloodborne pathogens, TB management, hand hygiene, and other required topics.
• Collaborate with department leaders to identify training needs and support ongoing staff competency.
• Assist with annual and required in-service education programs.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and quality improvement.

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Organization

Critical thinking

Employee education

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Mountain View Post Acute is seeking an Infection Control & Staff Development Coordinator (LPN/RN) to lead the facility’s infection prevention program and coordinate ongoing staff education in Washington state.

The role works closely with the Director of Nursing, department leaders, staff, residents, and healthcare professionals to ensure regulatory compliance, high-quality care, and a culture of safety. A valid LPN/RN license in WA and CPR certification are required.