Infection Preventionist (IP Nurse) (LPN/RN)

Aurora Health and Rehabilitation; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA contribution

Daily Pay

401K

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Personal Day

Regional team support

Job summary

Aurora Health and Rehabilitation in Rolla, MO is seeking an Infection Preventionist (RN/LPN) to lead the Infection Prevention and Control Program. This role serves as practitioner, consultant, educator, and facilitator for all staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Required credentials include RN or LPN license in the practicing state, current BLS/CPR, and Certification in Infection Prevention and Control.

Qualifications

• RN or LPN license active in practicing state.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control is required.
• Experience in nursing management and infection prevention/control.
• Current BLS/CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facility-wide Infection Prevention Control Program.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and state regulations relating to infection prevention.
• Prioritize and advance Infection Prevention goals.
• Collaborate with department managers and medical directors on program implementation.

Skills

BLS/CPR certification

Infection prevention experience

Nursing leadership

Education

RN or LPN license

Certification in Infection Prevention and Control

Current BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Infection Preventionist (IP Nurse) RN/LPN

Job description:

This position requires certification in Infection Prevention from the CDC.

Are you an experienced and assertive Nurse passionate about infection prevention and control? We are seeking a dynamic Infection Prevention Nurse (IPN) to join our team. As an IPN, you will be responsible for leading the Infection Prevention and Control Program. This role encompasses a range of responsibilities, including being a practitioner, resource, consultant, educator, and facilitator for all staff.

Job Type: Full-time

Employee Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• $100/month company contribution to an HSA account
• Daily Pay Option
• 401K
• Employer paid life insurance 1x annual salary up to $100k
• Paid Time Off & Flexibility
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Personal Day Benefit
• Guidance and assistance from a dedicated regional team

8a-4:30p

$32-$45 hour based on experience

Sign on Bonus $4500-$6750

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facility-wide Infection Prevention Control Program.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and state regulations, Administration (OSHA), Association for Professionals in Infection Control & Epidemiology (APIC), Association Occupational Health Professionals (AHOP), and other regulatory agencies.
• Prioritize Infection Prevention goals.
• Collaborate with Department managers and medical directors in implementing aspects of the Infection Prevention Program when requested or as needed.

Qualifications

• RN/LPN license required.
• Current, unencumbered nursing license in the practicing state.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Experience in nursing management and infection prevention control.
• Must have Certification in Infection Prevention and Control.

Why Join us?

• Be part of a team committed to maintaining high infection control standards.
• Full PPE provided for all staff following rigorous sanitation standards by the CDC.
• Engaged Administration and Director of Nursing support.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.