Registered Nurse Specialist Infection Control

Ascension; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension is seeking an Infection Prevention Nurse leader at Ascension Medical Center in Tulsa, OK. You will drive infection prevention strategies, conduct active surveillance, and lead cross-functional efforts to minimize infections in high-volume hospital units.

The role requires RN licensure and CBIC infection control credentialing within 3 years of hire, with strong collaboration across pharmacy, lab, and medical teams to follow CDC guidance and ensure patient safety.

Qualifications

• Certification specializing in Infection Control (CBIC) required within 3 years of hire.
• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) prior to hire/date of transfer.

Responsibilities

• Drive infection prevention strategies via active surveillance and root-cause investigations to reduce catheter-associated infections.
• Streamline regulatory reporting by tracking organisms and enforcing isolation precautions to protect staff and patients.
• Enhance ER workflows with triage screening tools and real-time aseptic technique audits during resuscitations.

Skills

Infection control

RN license

CBIC CIC preferred

Leadership

Education

RN Diploma

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Schedule: Full-Time, 8am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday

• Location: Tulsa, OK
• Facility: Ascension Medical Center
• Specialty: Infection Control
• Schedule: Full-Time, 8am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Drive infection prevention strategies by conducting active surveillance, daily necessity reviews and root-cause investigations to minimize catheter-associated urinary tract infections across high-volume hospital units.
• Streamline regulatory reporting and containment by tracking multidrug-resistant organisms, submitting accurate data to national safety databases and enforcing immediate isolation precautions to protect staff and patients.
• Strengthen emergency room workflows through customized triage screening tools, real-time aseptic technique audits during critical resuscitations and proactive waiting room patient flow controls.
• Elevate clinical standards on medical-surgical units by leading unit huddles, auditing hand hygiene and personal protective equipment protocols, and overseeing surgical wound care compliance.
• Lead cross-functional outbreak response efforts by partnering with pharmacy, laboratory and medical teams to investigate infection clusters, enforce antibiotic stewardship and update institutional policies to match CDC guidance.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • Certification specializing in Infection Control credentialed from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Certification in Infection Prevention and Control required within 3 years of hire.
  • Licensed Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Additional Preferences

• Certified in Infection Control (CIC) credential and 3+ years of Infection Prevention experience with surgical background is strongly preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels of hospital staff (Executive Leadership, Physicians, front line teams, nursing, etc.)
• Demonstrable accountability, critical thinking, follow-through, and relationship-building skills.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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