Infection Prevention Nurse - Impact & Education

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Federal health/vision/dental insurance

Retirement and 401(k)

Job summary

The Registered Nurse - Infection Preventionist at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs delivers core infection prevention knowledge to Veteran populations and VA staff while developing technical skills.

The role emphasizes education, surveillance, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes. Qualified candidates have an active RN license, nursing degree, and infection control experience.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
• Graduate of an approved nursing program with appropriate accreditation.
• License required: current, full, active RN license in US state or territory.

Responsibilities

• Serve as resource and advisor on infection prevention and control.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate infection control practices.
• Coordinate care with emphasis on education, self-management and patient satisfaction.
• Educate patients, families, staff on infection prevention and control.
• Participate in surveillance and environment of care rounds.

Skills

English proficiency

RN license

Infection control experience

Bridge program knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

The Registered Nurse - Infection Preventionist at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs delivers core infection prevention knowledge to Veteran populations and VA staff while developing technical skills.

The role emphasizes education, surveillance, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes. Qualified candidates have an active RN license, nursing degree, and infection control experience.