Infection Preventionist

Proforma Health Inc; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Proforma Health Inc in Naperville, IL seeks an Infection Preventionist to lead our infection control program for long-term and memory care residents. You will conduct surveillance, analyze trends and implement prevention strategies to protect residents.

You will educate staff on best practices, develop and update policies, ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, and state regulations, and coordinate outbreak response efforts with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams in a resident-centered

Qualifications

• Knowledge of infection control protocols and regulatory standards.
• Ability to analyze trends and respond to outbreaks effectively.
• Strong communication and collaboration with nursing leadership and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead infection control program via surveillance and trend analysis.
• Develop and update infection prevention policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, and state regulations.
• Coordinate outbreak response with interdisciplinary teams in a resident-centered environment.

Skills

Infection control

Regulatory standards

Trend analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Policy development

Outbreak response

Staff education

Job description

Role: Infection Preventionist

Responsibilities: Lead infection control program by conducting surveillance, analyzing trends, and implementing prevention strategies for long-term and memory care residents.

Key duties: Educate staff on infection prevention best practices, develop and update policies, ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, and state regulations, and coordinate outbreak response efforts. Collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams within a resident-centered environment.

Qualifications & Skills: Knowledge of infection control protocols, regulatory standards, and trend analysis. Strong communication and team collaboration skills. Ability to develop policies and respond effectively to outbreaks.