Infection Prevention Nurse LVN

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

Job summary

Ridgeway Post Acute in Petaluma, CA is seeking an Infection Preventionist (LVN) to lead the infection prevention and control program in a skilled nursing setting. The role focuses on patient safety, regulatory compliance, and quality care within a collaborative team.

The candidate will be responsible for program development, surveillance, audits, and staff education, with opportunities to grow in quality improvement and leadership.

Qualifications

• Active California LVN license required.
• 2+ years nursing experience; infection prevention or skilled nursing preferred.
• CPR certification is required.
• Knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious disease, and aseptic technique.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the infection prevention and control program.
• Conduct infection surveillance, case tracking, and monthly reporting.
• Ensure compliance with CDC, CDPH, CMS, and OSHA standards and 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 and hand hygiene.
• Partner with Nursing Director and teams to improve quality and safety outcomes.
• Maintain TB testing protocols and employee health records.

Skills

Infection prevention

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

California LVN license

CPR certification

Tools

PCC

Job description

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

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

Lead Infection Prevention at a Respected Skilled Nursing Facility

Ridgeway Post Acute is hiring an experienced Infection Preventionist (LVN) to lead our infection prevention and control program. If you're a detail-oriented nurse who's passionate about patient safety, regulatory compliance, and quality care in a skilled nursing setting, we want to hear from you.

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.

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.

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.