Infection Preventionist – Long-Term Care (Per Diem)

National Health Care Associates; Agency (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Per diem shifts

Staff education and mentorship

Professional growth

Job summary

National Health Care Associates is seeking an Infection Preventionist to develop, implement and monitor infection prevention and control programs in our Long‑Term Care and Rehab facilities in Missouri.

You will oversee policies, antimicrobial stewardship, employee health, and staff education, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Per diem shifts are available now, with competitive pay and career growth in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Valid state nursing license.
• Infection Control and Prevention Certification required prior to assuming the role.
• Experience in a Long‑Term Care or similar healthcare setting preferred.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of infection control and prevention program to identify and prevent the spread of infections for residents and staff.
• Review, update and direct the implementation of infection control & prevention policies and procedures.
• Oversee the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, the Employee Health Program and Universal Influenza Program.
• Serve as a member of the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee.
• Ensure compliance to new hire screening, documentation and immunization reporting per state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Perform rounds to identify potential hazards, monitor infection control practices, identify educational needs and evaluate compliance with standard and transmission based precautions.
• Develop and deliver staff education programs to all staff.
• Track, analyze and present surveillance trends and develop action plans in conjunction with QAPI process.
• Maintain records and reporting as required by state and federal regulations.

Skills

Infection control

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Nursing degree

Epidemiology degree

Biology degree

Microbiology degree

Job description

National Health Care Associates is seeking an Infection Preventionist to develop, implement and monitor infection prevention and control programs in our Long‑Term Care and Rehab facilities in Missouri.

You will oversee policies, antimicrobial stewardship, employee health, and staff education, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Per diem shifts are available now, with competitive pay and career growth in a supportive team.