RN, Infection Control/Wound Nurse

Westhavennh; West Haven, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

West Haven Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a reliable Infection Prevention Nurse to join our team. This role focuses on infection prevention, staff education, monitoring, and ensuring compliance with facility and regulatory standards.

The successful candidate will hold a Connecticut nursing license (RN preferred; LPN considered) and bring experience in infection prevention or long-term care. Strong reliability and organizational skills are essential to support nursing leadership.

Qualifications

• RN preferred; LPN candidates will be considered.
• Current Connecticut nursing license.
• Infection prevention or long-term care experience preferred.
• Strong reliability, consistency, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead infection prevention initiatives and monitor compliance with facility and regulatory standards.
• Provide staff education on infection prevention protocols and best practices.
• Monitor and report infection trends and coordinate corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to maintain a safe patient environment.

Skills

Infection prevention

Long-term care experience

Reliability & organization

Education

Connecticut nursing license

Job description

West Haven Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a reliable and consistent Infection Prevention Nurse to join our team.

This role focuses on infection prevention, staff education, monitoring, and maintaining compliance with facility and regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• RN preferred; LPN candidates will be considered


• Current Connecticut nursing license


• Infection prevention or long-term care experience preferred


• Strong reliability, consistency, and organizational skills

We are looking for someone who is dependable, takes ownership of their role, and works well with the nursing leadership team.