Infection Prevention & Orientation RN — Safety & Training Lead

Independence Health; Perryville (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health is seeking an Infection Preventionist (IP) and Orientation Nurse to lead the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program and supervise onboarding of newly hired nurses. The role ensures regulatory compliance, promotes resident safety, reduces HAIs, and supports staff education through competency training and orientation activities.

Responsibilities span infection surveillance, staff orientation, QAPI participation, and collaboration with physicians, pharmacy, lab, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an RN program with MO licensure.
• Infection prevention training or certification, or willingness to obtain within required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Conduct infection surveillance and identify trends.
• Investigate outbreaks and implement control measures.
• Coordinate orientation schedules and provide facility orientation for new hires.
• Participate in QAPI meetings and actions.
• Educate staff on infection prevention and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacy, lab, and health departments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Prioritization

Flexibility

Counseling skills

Problem solving

Education

RN license in Missouri

Infection Prevention certification/train.

Tools

EMR proficiency

Job description

Independence Health is seeking an Infection Preventionist (IP) and Orientation Nurse to lead the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program and supervise onboarding of newly hired nurses. The role ensures regulatory compliance, promotes resident safety, reduces HAIs, and supports staff education through competency training and orientation activities.

Responsibilities span infection surveillance, staff orientation, QAPI participation, and collaboration with physicians, pharmacy, lab, and