Infection Preventionist (IP Nurse) (LPN/RN)

Vertical Health Services; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA contribution

Daily Pay

401K

Life insurance 1x salary up to 100k

Paid Time Off & Flexibility

Generous Paid Time Off

Personal Day Benefit

Regional team support

Job summary

Vertical Health Services is seeking an Infection Preventionist (IP Nurse) to lead the Infection Prevention and Control Program. The IPN will serve as a practitioner, resource, consultant, educator, and facilitator for staff, coordinating facility-wide infection prevention efforts.

The role requires RN/LPN licensure in the practicing state, board-certified Infection Prevention and Control, and current BLS/CPR. Full-time schedule is 8a-4:30p with comprehensive benefits and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facility-wide Infection Prevention Control Program.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and state regulations (OSHA, APIC, AHOP) and other agencies.
• Prioritize Infection Prevention goals.
• Collaborate with department managers and medical directors as needed.

Skills

Infection prevention

Nursing leadership

BLS/CPR

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Education

RN/LPN license

Certification in Infection Prevention and Control

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

Pay based on experience

$3500-$4500 sign on bonus

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.