Infection Prevention RN – Safeguard Patient Care

Vetted Solutions; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions is seeking an Infection Prevention Specialist to coordinate infection prevention and control activities across healthcare facilities, ensuring safe, high‑quality patient care. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of RN hospital experience, with knowledge of epidemiology and accreditation surveys; strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

You will develop and implement infection control programs, conduct rounds, monitor HAIs, educate staff,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• At least 2 years of RN hospital experience.
• Knowledge of epidemiology and infection disease principles preferred.
• Experience with accreditation surveys preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements infection control programs and conducts rounds.
• Monitors hospital‑acquired infections and ensures compliance with Joint Commission and DOH standards.
• Collaborates with community health agencies and assists in investigations of reportable infections.
• Performs medical record reviews to identify potential infections.
• Supports hospital‑wide infection control activities per Infection Control Plan.

Skills

Infection prevention

RN hospital experience

Epidemiology knowledge

Accreditation surveys experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Vetted Solutions is seeking an Infection Prevention Specialist to coordinate infection prevention and control activities across healthcare facilities, ensuring safe, high‑quality patient care. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of RN hospital experience, with knowledge of epidemiology and accreditation surveys; strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

You will develop and implement infection control programs, conduct rounds, monitor HAIs, educate staff,