Infection Prevention Nurse LVN

(Ridgeway Post Acute) Petaluma SNF Healthcare, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeway Post Acute in Petaluma, CA is seeking a Lead Infection Preventionist to develop and manage the facility's infection prevention and control program.

You will conduct surveillance, lead outbreak investigations, ensure CMS/CDC compliance, and mentor staff while collaborating with nursing and clinical teams to improve resident safety.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 and hand hygiene.
• Partner with the Director of Nursing to improve quality and safety outcomes.
• Maintain TB testing protocols and infection control documentation.

Skills

California LVN license

2+ years nursing experience

Infection prevention knowledge

Epidemiology basics

Communication skills

Job description

Petaluma, CA | $95,000–$105,000/year | Full-Time Lead Infection Prevention at a Respected Skilled Nursing Facility

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 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.

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.