Infection Prevention RN

Nexus Health; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth

Rewards & Recognition

Appreciation Events

Birthday Celebrations

Work Anniversary

Job summary

Nexus Health in Edwardsville, IL seeks an Infection Control RN to develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention and control practices protecting residents, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities include identifying infection risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, leading prevention initiatives, and educating families and staff on wound care, nutrition, hydration, turning, and repositioning to promote healing.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Illinois required.
• Strong understanding of infection prevention principles and regulations.
• Excellent communication and education skills.
• Experience as an Infection Control Nurse preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention and control practices.
• Identify and manage infection risks to residents, staff, and visitors.
• Lead infection prevention initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Educate family, staff, and residents on wound care, nutrition, hydration, turning, and repositioning to promote healing.

Skills

Active RN License (Illinois)

Infection prevention principles

Excellent communication skills

Education skills

Job description

Infection Control RN

Position Overview:

Responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control practices to protect residents, staff, and visitors. This role promotes a safe healthcare environment by identifying infection risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading infection prevention initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• As an infection control/wound care nurse, you will provide primary skincare to residents.

• You will identify, manage, and treat specific skin disorders, primary and secondary lesions, and decubitus ulcers.

• You will participate in the development and implementation of patient care plans.

• You will educate family, staff, and residents about the importance of nutrition, skin barriers, hydration, turning, and repositioning to promote wound healing.

Benefits Offered:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance– Quality coverage options to fit your needs and budget

• Short- & Long-Term Disability Coverage– Financial protection and peace of mind

• 401(k) with Company Match– Invest in your future with employer contributions

• Generous Paid Time Off– Includes vacation days, sick time, and paid holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement– Advance your education and grow your career

• Career Growth Opportunities– We prioritize internal promotions and professional development

• Employee Rewards & Recognition Programs– Celebrating your hard work regularly

• Weekly & Monthly Appreciation Events– Because your efforts deserve recognition

• Birthday & Work Anniversary Celebrations– We celebrate you

• Collaborative, Team-Oriented Culture– Work alongside supportive and dedicated colleagues

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active RN License in the state of Illinois

• Understanding of infection prevention principles and regulations

• Excellent communication and education skills

• Professional experience as a Infection Control Nurse