Infection Preventionist

Heritage Health Care Center; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Health Care Center in Minster, OH, part of HHP Lifeshare, seeks an Infection Preventionist RN to lead infection control.

You will oversee surveillance, policy development, staff education, and outbreak management in residential and community settings, collaborating with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to reduce infection risk and promote resident safety.

Join a compassionate team dedicated to dignity, independence and high-quality care while pursuing ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Requires RN license with background in infection prevention or control.
• Experience with surveillance and outbreak management preferred.
• Strong collaboration with nursing and interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead infection prevention program across residential and community settings.
• Conduct surveillance and data analysis to guide decisions.
• Develop and implement infection-control policies and procedures.
• Educate staff on infection prevention practices and outbreak response.

Skills

Infection prevention

Surveillance

Policy development

Staff education

Outbreak management

Education

RN license

Job description

Heritage Health Care Center, part of HHP Lifeshare in Minster, OH, seeks an Infection Preventionist RN to lead infection control for individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include surveillance, policy development, staff education, and outbreak management in residential and community settings. You will collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to reduce infection risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote resident safety. Our culture emphasizes compassion, dignity, independence, and strong teamwork with opportunities for professional growth.