Infection Prevention Nurse

South Shore Rehabilitation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K Program

PTO and Holidays

Life and Disability Insurance

Daily Pay

Appreciate You Perks

Job summary

South Shore Rehabilitation is seeking an Infection Prevention Coordinator to lead infection-control initiatives across our Extended Care facilities in Illinois. You will develop goals, implement protocols, and work with leaders, physicians, and agencies to safeguard residents, staff, and visitors.

The role emphasizes cross-department collaboration, staff education, and timely response to outbreaks, with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time team members.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of nursing and medical procedures and regulatory guidelines.
• Experience in infection prevention or control preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory ability.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and respond to infection-control concerns.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate annual infection-prevention goals and plans.
• Collaborate with leaders, physicians, and public agencies on prevention activities.
• Oversee infection-prevention, epidemiology, industrial hygiene, and safety programs.
• Participate in external reporting to CDC NHSN and other organizations.
• Educate staff and volunteers on infection-control breaches and outbreaks.

Skills

Teamwork across departments

Patient safety

Nursing procedures knowledge

Leadership and supervision

Independent decision making

Job description

Experience individualized care at an Extended Care affiliated facility. Each facility’s highly skilled clinical and therapy teams are well-versed in delivering specialized services that are centered around your specific needs, interests, and capabilities. This steadfast dedication ensures a smoother and safer transition during your recuperation process. With a wide array of services available, Extended Care facilities are fully equipped to address your healthcare needs.

We always aim to offer the highest standard of care at all times. Our passion for individual, innovative, and compassionate care is what makes us special, and knowing that both our residents and team members are well taken care of is what sets us apart.

Our facility is looking for dynamic and compassionate individuals to help enrich the lives of our residents, making every day vibrant with beautiful smiles and meaningful engagement.

We are seeking a dedicated Infection Prevention Coordinator to assist in reducing the incidence and transmission of infectious diseases among residents, staff, visitors, and the broader community. Through strategic planning, leadership, and collaboration, the Infection Prevention Coordinator will develop and implement infection prevention goals and protocols to enhance safety throughout the facility.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for our Full-time team members, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
• Daily Pay - Access your earnings on your own schedule
• “APPRECIATE YOU” PERKS - Our team members enjoy substantial savings on electronics, appliances, apparel, cars, flowers, fitness memberships, gift cards, groceries, hotels, movie tickets, rental cars, special events, theme parks, and more!

Infection Prevention Coordinator Requirements:

• Ability to promote and facilitate teamwork across departments
• Strong ethical standards and a commitment to patient safety
• Extensive knowledge of nursing and medical procedures, including regulatory guidelines for nursing care facilities
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Ability to make independent decisions and respond effectively to infection control concerns

As an Infection Prevention Coordinator, you will:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate annual infection prevention goals and action plans
• Collaborate with facility leaders, physicians, and local, state, and national agencies on infection prevention activities
• Oversee the infection prevention, epidemiology, industrial hygiene, and safety programs
• Participate in national collaboratives and external reporting to CDC NHSN and other quality organizations
• Ensure intervention and education for staff, volunteers, and medical personnel when infection control breaches, outbreaks, or non-compliance issues arise

A Workplace That Cares About You!

We believe in creating a supportive, respectful, and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and ensure that all qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, gender, age, disability, national origin, or veteran status.