Infection Prevention RN

Healthcare Staffing Now; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision

Short- & Long-Term Disability Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Rewards & Recognition

Weekly & Monthly Appreciation Events

Birthday & Work Anniversary Celebrat

Collaborative, Team-Oriented Culture

Job summary

Healthcare Staffing Now is seeking an Infection Control RN to lead infection prevention across our facility in Edwardsville, Illinois. You will develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention practices to protect residents, staff, and visitors while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Active IL RN license is required; you will educate staff and families, participate in care plan development, and promote wound healing and prevention strategies as part of comprehensive patient care.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Illinois.
• Understanding of infection prevention principles and regulations.
• Excellent communication and education skills.
• Professional experience as an Infection Control Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor infection prevention plans.
• Identify infection risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead infection prevention initiatives to protect residents and staff.
• Educate family, staff and residents on wound care and prevention strategies.

Skills

Infection prevention principles

Communication skills

Education and training

Education

RN License (Illinois)

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