Infection Prevention RN — Patient Safety Leader

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Infection Preventionist (IP) Registered Nurse (RN) at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System provides infection prevention and control expertise to improve patient safety and care outcomes for Veterans, staff, and visitors. The IP RN collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to monitor trends and implement evidence-based practices within the facility.

This role emphasizes leadership in surveillance, program coordination, and safeguarding health across the Minneapolis VA Health Care System.

Qualifications

• English proficiency required for direct patient care.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program with state licensure.
• Bridge program eligibility may be considered for licensure based on program completion.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

Nursing degree (ADN or Diploma)

RN license in the United States

Job description

The Infection Preventionist (IP) Registered Nurse (RN) at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System provides infection prevention and control expertise to improve patient safety and care outcomes for Veterans, staff, and visitors. The IP RN collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to monitor trends and implement evidence-based practices within the facility.

This role emphasizes leadership in surveillance, program coordination, and safeguarding health across the Minneapolis VA Health Care System.