Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN)

AristaCare Health Services; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Achievement Incentives & Recognition

Competitive Rates

401(k) Retirement Plan

Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental 

Vision

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Career Growth & Advancement Opportunit

Supportive & Team-Oriented Work Env

Job summary

AristaCare Health Services is seeking an Infection Preventionist Nurse (RN/LPN) for a full-time role to lead the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program. You will monitor infection rates, audit IPCP activities, and collaborate with clinical teams to prevent transmission of infections among residents and staff.

The position requires an active Pennsylvania RN or LPN license; CIC certification is preferred. Prior infection prevention experience and SNF or hospital background are a plus.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania RN or LPN license.
• Infection prevention experience preferred.
• CIC certification preferred.
• Hospital or SNF experience preferred.
• Strong documentation, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP).
• Ensure compliance with CMS, OSHA, Joint Commission and state regulations.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment to prevent infections among residents and staff.

Skills

Infection prevention

Documentation

Organization

Communication

Education

Active Pennsylvania RN or LPN license

CIC certification preferred

Job description

This is an official AristaCare Talent Acquisition job posting. Candidates who apply through this posting will work directly with our in-house Talent Acquisition Team throughout the recruitment process — not through a third-party staffing or recruitment agency.

Infection Preventionist Nurse (RN/LPN)

Full-Time Opportunity

Position Summary: AristaCare is seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Infection Preventionist Nurse to oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP). This role helps maintain a safe and sanitary environment while preventing the spread of infections and communicable diseases among residents and staff. The Infection Preventionist ensures compliance with applicable CMS, OSHA, Joint Commission, and state regulations.

Qualifications:

• Current, active Pennsylvania RN or LPN license.
• Previous infection prevention experience preferred, but not required.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred.
• Hospital or skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience preferred.
• Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills.

What We Offer:

• Sign-On Bonus Available!
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Achievement Incentives & Recognition
• Competitive Rates
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental & Vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Supportive & Team-Oriented Work Environment