Infection Preventionist Nurse Specialist

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Registered Nurse, Infection Preventionist at the US Department of Veterans Affairs delivers essential infection control knowledge to Veterans and VA staff while developing clinical skills within the VA system in Chicago. The role requires formal nursing education and current licensure, with preferred credentials in infection control (CIC) and experience in inpatient hospital settings.

Opportunities include advancing within VA infection prevention programs and maintaining high standards of

Qualifications

• English proficiency to meet requirements (38 U.S.C. 7403).
• Graduate from an approved nursing program (ACEN/CCNE).
• Current, full, active, unrestricted nursing license in a US state or territory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver infection control knowledge to Veterans and VA employees.
• Assist in implementing infection prevention measures per VA guidelines.
• Develop and enhance infection prevention technical skills within the VA setting.

Skills

English proficiency

Nursing program graduate

Active nursing license

Education

ADN or Diploma in Nursing

BSN preferred

MSN preferred

Job description

The Registered Nurse, Infection Preventionist at the US Department of Veterans Affairs delivers essential infection control knowledge to Veterans and VA staff while developing clinical skills within the VA system in Chicago. The role requires formal nursing education and current licensure, with preferred credentials in infection control (CIC) and experience in inpatient hospital settings.

Opportunities include advancing within VA infection prevention programs and maintaining high standards of