Infection Prevention Nurse — Impactful IPC Leader

OPCO Skilled Management; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, vision, dental and other elect

Shift Differentials

Regular employee appreciation events

Electronic documentation

Job summary

Blue River Nursing & Rehab is seeking an Infection Prevention Nurse (IPN) to lead infection prevention and control efforts. You will work under RN supervision to coordinate programs across centers, focusing on outbreak management, employee health, and surveillance.

Requirements include an LVN/LPN license in MO (RN preferred), BLS/CPR, and experience in nursing management or infection prevention. Competitive benefits and shift differentials are offered.

Qualifications

• RN license preferred but not required.
• Current LVN/LPN license in practicing state.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to acquire one.
• Experience in nursing management and prevention control.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates hospital-wide Infection Prevention Control Program.
• Complies with Federal and state regulations.
• Prioritizes Infection Prevention goals.
• Collaborates with Department managers and medical directors.

Skills

Infection prevention

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

LVN/LPN license (MO)

BLS/CPR certification

Tools

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Blue River Nursing & Rehab is seeking an Infection Prevention Nurse (IPN) to lead infection prevention and control efforts. You will work under RN supervision to coordinate programs across centers, focusing on outbreak management, employee health, and surveillance.

Requirements include an LVN/LPN license in MO (RN preferred), BLS/CPR, and experience in nursing management or infection prevention. Competitive benefits and shift differentials are offered.