Infection Prevention & Wound Care Leader

Spring River Rehabilitation and Care Center; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center in Roswell, NM is seeking an Infection Preventionist / Wound Care Nurse to provide hands-on wound care while leading the facility's infection prevention and control program. The role combines bedside care with surveillance, QAPI initiatives, and regulatory compliance to ensure high-quality resident outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN or LPN license in New Mexico and brings experience in long-term care, wound care, and infection prevention.

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license in New Mexico (required).
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred.
• Strong wound care experience required; certification preferred.
• Infection prevention experience or willingness to obtain certification (IPCO or similar).

Responsibilities

• Perform wound rounds, assessments, and treatments.
• Lead and oversee the Infection Prevention & Control Program per CDC, CMS, and state requirements.
• Conduct NHSN reporting, audits, and QAPI initiatives related to infection control and skin integrity.
• Educate staff on infection prevention practices and wound care to ensure compliance and resident safety.

Skills

Wound care

Infection prevention

Audits

Documentation

Time management

Education

Leadership

Education

RN or LPN license in NM

Job description

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center in Roswell, NM is seeking an Infection Preventionist / Wound Care Nurse to provide hands-on wound care while leading the facility's infection prevention and control program. The role combines bedside care with surveillance, QAPI initiatives, and regulatory compliance to ensure high-quality resident outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN or LPN license in New Mexico and brings experience in long-term care, wound care, and infection prevention.