Infection Preventionist RN — Lead Care for Veterans

HMR Veteran Services; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Company-Paid Life Insurance*

And Much More!

Job summary

HMR Veterans Services is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead the facility's infection control program in accordance with federal, state, and local standards for a long-term care setting.

The role requires active RN licensure, strong leadership, and expertise in infection prevention, surveillance, training, and regulatory reporting. Join a mission-driven team serving veterans and their families with comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered RN license.
• English language proficiency.
• Ability to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Ability to interact tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and infection control, including universal precautions and related guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Infection Prevention and Control Program in long-term care settings, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and improve infection prevention policies, surveillance systems, and outbreak protocols.
• Conduct infection surveillance, analyze data, investigate outbreaks, and report to leadership and regulators.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to reduce infection risks and promote safety for residents and staff.
• Participate in Infection Control Committee activities, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with isolation precautions, hand hygiene, environmental sanitation, sterilization, and PPE use.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on infection prevention practices and outbreak management.
• Coordinate employee health programs including TB screening and vaccination education.
• Develop and deliver infection prevention training and orientation for staff.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Infection prevention

Leadership

Policy development

Education

Registered Nurse License

Job description

HMR Veterans Services is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead the facility's infection control program in accordance with federal, state, and local standards for a long-term care setting.

The role requires active RN licensure, strong leadership, and expertise in infection prevention, surveillance, training, and regulatory reporting. Join a mission-driven team serving veterans and their families with comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.