Infection Preventionist RN

Providence; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an Infection Control Coordinator responsible for infection control surveillance and compliance. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and experience as a Registered Nurse. Join and thrive in a patient-focused environment that values commitment and mutual respect. This role is ideal for candidates with strong infection control expertise and a commitment to community care.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a Registered Nurse including both areas of ambulatory care and acute care nursing.
• Experience in Infection Control.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for infection control surveillance, consultation, and compliance.
• Plan, develop, direct, and evaluate the infection prevention program.
• Collect and present statistical information regarding infection control.

Skills

Infection Control

Patient care

Nursing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

California Registered Nurse License

Job description

Description

The Infection Control Coordinator is responsible for infection control surveillance, consultation, education, regulatory agency compliance, quality control and quality/performance improvement for St Joseph Heritage Healthcare, Statewide. Responsible for planning, developing, directing, implementing, and evaluating the infection prevention program and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements. Collects, reports, and presents statistical information regarding infection control.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence Medical Foundation and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Or Associate's Degree of Nursing with enrollment in a BSN program to be completed within 2 years.
• Upon hire: California Registered Nurse License
• Experience in Infection Control.
• 5 years of experience as a Registered Nurse including both areas of ambulatory care and acute care nursing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Nursing.
• Upon hire: Certified in Infection Control (CIC)

Why Join Providence?

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About Providence

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