Infection Prevention Nurse LVN

Ridgeway Post Acute in; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeway Post Acute in Petaluma, CA is hiring an Infection Preventionist / Infection Control Nurse (LVN) to lead the facility's infection prevention program. The role requires an active California LVN license and 2+ years of nursing experience, with infection prevention or post-acute exposure preferred.

You will conduct surveillance, ensure regulatory compliance, lead outbreak investigations, and educate staff on infection control and safety.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered California LVN license (required).
• 2+ years of nursing experience; infection prevention or skilled nursing/post-acute experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious disease, and aseptic technique.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the infection prevention program.
• Conduct infection surveillance, case tracking, and monthly reporting.
• Ensure compliance with CDC, CDPH, CMS, and OSHA regulations and standard/universal precautions.
• Lead outbreak investigations and coordinate response efforts.
• Perform infection control rounds, audits, and risk assessments.
• Provide staff orientation and ongoing education on infection control, hand hygiene, and bloodborne pathogens.
• Partner with the Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary teams to improve quality and safety outcomes.
• Maintain TB testing protocols, employee health records, and required infection control documentation.

Skills

Infection prevention

Nursing

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Education

California LVN license

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

Infection Preventionist / Infection Control Nurse (LVN) – Ridgeway Post Acute

Petaluma, CA | $95,000–$105,000/year | Full-Time

Why Join Ridgeway Post Acute

• Stable, well-established facility with a supportive leadership team
• Real ownership — lead and shape the infection control program
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary work environment
• Room to grow into quality improvement and leadership initiatives

What You'll Do

• Develop, implement, and maintain the facility's infection prevention & control program
• Conduct infection surveillance, case tracking, and monthly reporting
• Ensure compliance with CDC, CDPH, CMS, and OSHA regulations and standard/universal precautions
• Lead outbreak investigations and coordinate response efforts
• Perform infection control rounds, audits, and risk assessments
• Provide staff orientation and ongoing education on infection control, hand hygiene, and bloodborne pathogens
• Partner with the Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary teams to improve quality and safety outcomes
• Maintain TB testing protocols, employee health records, and required infection control documentation

What We're Looking For

• Active, unencumbered California LVN license (required)
• 2+ years of nursing experience; infection prevention or skilled nursing/post-acute experience preferred
• Working knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious disease, and aseptic technique
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Self-starter who can work independently and lead initiatives
• Current CPR certification
• Preferred Qualifications
• Infection Preventionist training or certification (IP, CIC — or willingness to obtain)
• Experience with PCC (PointClickCare)
• Background in quality improvement or clinical leadership

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

Join Ridgeway Post Acute and play a critical role in protecting the health and safety of our residents and staff.

About the Company

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.