RN Infection Preventionist: Elevate Care & Infection Control

Life Care Centers of America; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Washington state seeks an RN Infection Preventionist to evaluate care quality related to HAIs and CAIs, and to collect, prepare, and analyze infection data for action.

The role serves as on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention, leads the Antibiotic Stewardship Program, provides staff, resident, and family education, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and Life Care standards.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma and active RN license in WA.
• CPR certification required at hire and kept current.
• IPC training beyond initial licensure is required.
• Geriatrics experience is preferred.
• State certifications or training as required (e.g., TB Nurse).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze HAI/CAI data and report findings.
• Act as designated on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention.
• Develop and lead Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
• Provide education to staff, residents, and families.
• Ensure compliance with infection control laws and Life Care standards.

Skills

RN License

Infection Control

Public Health

Staff Education

Geriatrics experience

Education

Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's)

RN license (WA)

CPR certification

IPC training

Certified TB Nurse

Job description

Life Care Centers of America in Washington state seeks an RN Infection Preventionist to evaluate care quality related to HAIs and CAIs, and to collect, prepare, and analyze infection data for action.

The role serves as on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention, leads the Antibiotic Stewardship Program, provides staff, resident, and family education, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and Life Care standards.