Infection Prevention Nurse — Flexible Shifts

First Atlantic Healthcare; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Education support & loan forgiveness

Full benefits: medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer contributions

PTO

Job summary

First Atlantic Healthcare in Waterville, ME seeks an Infection Control & Prevention Nurse to lead facility-wide infection prevention efforts and educate care teams on best practices. You will develop procedures, monitor HAIs, and ensure compliance with regulations while promoting resident and employee safety.

The role emphasizes leadership, data-driven decision making, and staff education as part of a collaborative care approach. Eligible candidates may hold CIC or pursue it on hire.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant clinical experience for non-nurse applicants; RNs with broad experience are preferred.
• Current professional nursing license in the State of Maine; CIC can be obtained upon hire.
• Strong written and oral communication, time management, and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge of nursing practice and theory; proficient with data tracking and reporting.
• Ability to read regulations, interpret procedures, and write clear reports.

Responsibilities

• Infection Prevention Oversight: Manage facility-wide activities to prevent HAIs, ensuring strict adherence to isolation procedures and limiting the spread of infectious organisms.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Systematically collect, analyze, and interpret health data to plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate appropriate public health practices.
• Education & Training: Conduct engaging educational and training activities for healthcare workers through direct instruction and the dissemination of best healthcare practices.
• Documentation & Compliance: Read, analyze, and interpret government regulations, technical procedures, and contracts; write comprehensive reports and correspondence; and respond professionally to sensitive inquiries or complaints.

Skills

Clinical experience

Written communication

Oral communication

Time management

Presentation experience

Education

RN license in Maine

CIC certification

Job description

First Atlantic Healthcare in Waterville, ME seeks an Infection Control & Prevention Nurse to lead facility-wide infection prevention efforts and educate care teams on best practices. You will develop procedures, monitor HAIs, and ensure compliance with regulations while promoting resident and employee safety.

The role emphasizes leadership, data-driven decision making, and staff education as part of a collaborative care approach. Eligible candidates may hold CIC or pursue it on hire.