Infection Preventionist RN/LPN – Sign-On Bonus

FAIRFIELD SENIOR LIVING & REHABILITATION LLC; Fairfield (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield health plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA)

Competitive compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Fairfield Senior Living & Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Infection Preventionist (IP) who is a licensed RN or LPN to join our healthcare team in Fairfield, IL. The IP will lead the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program and ensure compliance with CMS, CDC, OSHA, and IDPH guidelines.

The role includes infection surveillance, staff training, audits, and collaboration with nursing and medical staff to promote antimicrobial stewardship and resident safety.

Qualifications

• Current, active nursing license in Illinois (RN or LPN).
• Experience or training in infection prevention and CMS guidelines preferred.
• Ability to educate staff and coordinate with nursing team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the Infection Prevention and Control Program according to CMS/CDC/IDPH guidelines.
• Conduct infection surveillance, document trends, and identify improvements.
• Monitor hand hygiene, PPE use, and environmental cleaning; educate staff.

Skills

Infection prevention

Nursing license

CMS/CDC/OSHA knowledge

Education

RN/LPN nursing degree

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

Fairfield Senior Living & Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Infection Preventionist (IP) who is a licensed RN or LPN to join our healthcare team in Fairfield, IL. The IP will lead the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program and ensure compliance with CMS, CDC, OSHA, and IDPH guidelines.

The role includes infection surveillance, staff training, audits, and collaboration with nursing and medical staff to promote antimicrobial stewardship and resident safety.