Infection Preventionist

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital in Valencia, CA, seeks an Infection Preventionist (RN) to lead surveillance and prevention efforts across the hospital.

You will perform rounds, educate staff and families, collaborate with the infection prevention team, and support quality and safety projects in a state‑of‑the‑art environment.

Ideal candidate holds CA RN license, BLS, CIC certification; BSN preferred and two years of infection control experience.

Qualifications

• Current California RN license or comparable license in healthcare.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required; if in process, must pass exam within 12 months of hire
• BSN or commensurate degree in healthcare field

Responsibilities

• Perform daily rounds on patients and units to monitor infection prevention practices.
• Conduct surveillance and report communicable diseases to authorities.
• Educate staff, patients, and families on infection prevention policies and best practices.
• Collaborate with infection prevention team on quality improvement and safety projects.
• Support hospital benchmarking efforts and regulatory compliance.

Skills

RN License (California)

BLS Provider

CIC Certification

Infection prevention

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

BSN or healthcare-related degree

Job description

Your Work Here Matters. Your Career Here Thrives.

Imagine coming to work every day knowing that what you do genuinely changes lives. At Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, that's not just a tagline — it's the reality for every member of our team.

We’re not just a hospital. We’re the heartbeat of the Santa Clarita Valley — a 357‑bed, not‑for‑profit Level II Trauma Center that has been a trusted pillar of this community since 1975. And we’re looking for passionate, driven professionals who want to be part of something bigger than themselves.

Where Clinical Excellence Meets Cutting‑Edge Care

Here, you’ll work alongside an award‑winning team delivering some of the most advanced medical services in the region, including:

• Comprehensive heart and vascular care
• Advanced stroke treatment
• Cancer care in partnership with Keck Medicine of USC
• Women's imaging and breast health services
• Emergency and trauma care
• Cardiac rehabilitation and wellness programs

As a key part of Los Angeles County's STEMI receiving network, we provide lifesaving cardiac intervention through our state‑of‑the‑art Roberta G. Veloz Cardiac Cath Lab. We continuously invest in the latest technology and innovation — which means you'll always be working at the forefront of modern medicine.

A Culture You’ll Be Proud to Be Part Of

Our vision — To Be the Most Patient‑Centric Hospital Anywhere — drives everything we do. But it's our people who make that vision a reality. Physicians, nurses, staff, and volunteers come together here in a culture rooted in compassion, collaboration, and excellence.

When you join Henry Mayo, you're not just accepting a job offer. You're joining a family that genuinely cares — about our patients, our community, and you.

Located in Beautiful Valencia, California

Nestled in the vibrant Santa Clarita Valley, you'll enjoy an exceptional quality of life both inside and outside of work — with top‑rated schools, scenic surroundings, and a welcoming community that generations of families proudly call home.

Ready to make your mark? Join the team that's been setting the standard for compassionate, innovative healthcare for nearly 50 years. Your next great chapter starts here.

Job Summary

The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for assisting clinical and ancillary hospital staff in all activities related to the prevention and control of nosocomial infections. The IP will perform daily rounds on patients throughout the hospital, as well as in an environment of care (EOC) setting. Works collaboratively with other Infection Prevention staff to perform surveillance activities, report communicable diseases to local and federal health authorities, and investigate exposures or outbreaks. Educates staff, patients, and families on infection prevention policies and best practices. Works collaboratively with all healthcare personnel to advise on all matters related to Infection Prevention and Control. Provides support for Infection Prevention quality improvement and safety projects and initiatives and supports the hospital's benchmarking efforts. Performs day-to-day Infection Prevention activities in accordance with hospital policy and procedures, accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Computer skills, such as basic statistic and rate calculations
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Management of implementing projects and performance improvement initiatives

Licensure and Certification

• Current California Registered Nurse License (RN), or comparable license in a related healthcare field preferred.
• Current BLS provider card
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required. If in process, must pass exam within 12 months of hire

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or commensurate degree in a healthcare related field.

Experience

• Two (2) years of infection control experience in an acute care setting preferred