Infection Prevention & Staff Development Lead (RN/LPN)

Mountain View Post Acute - WA; Ellensburg (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain View Post Acute in Washington is seeking an Infection Control & Staff Development Coordinator (LPN/RN) to lead the facility's infection prevention program and coordinate training for all staff. The role collaborates with the Director of Nursing, nursing leadership, and committees to ensure regulatory compliance and safe care.

The ideal candidate holds a WA nursing license, has 2+ years in nursing (preferably long-term care), solid infection control knowledge, CPR, and strong

Qualifications

• Current, active LPN or RN license in Washington State.
• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• 2+ years of nursing experience, preferably in long-term care.
• Knowledge of infection prevention, epidemiology, microbiology, infectious diseases, and aseptic technique.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong communication, organization, teaching, and critical-thinking skills.
• APIC certification in infection control preferred but not required.
• Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.
• Commitment to continuing education and good standing with the Washington State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the facility's infection prevention and control program.
• Monitor compliance with CDC, OSHA, state and facility infection control requirements.
• Conduct rounds and monitor hand hygiene, aseptic technique, standard/universal precautions, and isolation practices.
• Track, investigate, document, and report resident and employee infections and communicable diseases.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and the Infection Control Committee on infection trends, corrective actions, and prevention strategies.
• Support TB management, bloodborne pathogen prevention, employee health, and exposure follow-up.
• Assist departments with infection prevention practices related to cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, laundry, waste disposal, and environmental safety.
• Participate in facility surveys and inspections as needed.
• Develop, coordinate, and maintain effective orientation and training programs for new and existing employees.
• Provide education related to infection prevention, OSHA, CDC guidelines, bloodborne pathogens, TB management, hand hygiene, and other required topics.
• Collaborate with department leaders to identify training needs and support ongoing staff competency.
• Assist with annual and required in-service education programs.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and quality improvement.
• Provide consultation and clinical support regarding residents requiring isolation or infection control precautions.
• Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration as needed.
• Maintain accurate infection control, training, and employee education documentation.
• Provide reports and recommendations to the Director of Nursing and appropriate committees.
• Support compliance with applicable regulations, facility policies, and standards of practice.

Skills

Infection prevention

Teaching

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

PCC

Job description

Mountain View Post Acute in Washington is seeking an Infection Control & Staff Development Coordinator (LPN/RN) to lead the facility's infection prevention program and coordinate training for all staff. The role collaborates with the Director of Nursing, nursing leadership, and committees to ensure regulatory compliance and safe care.

The ideal candidate holds a WA nursing license, has 2+ years in nursing (preferably long-term care), solid infection control knowledge, CPR, and strong