RN Infection Preventionist: Lead HAI/CAI Surveillance

Life Care Centers of America; Kapolei (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Kapolei, HI seeks an RN Infection Preventionist to oversee infection prevention programs, analyze HAI/CAI data, and recommend actions to improve resident outcomes. You will educate staff, residents, and families, and serve as a resource across departments to ensure compliance with Life Care standards and applicable regulations.

The role emphasizes onsite facility work, ongoing professional development in infection control, and collaboration with multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma (associate or bachelor's) required.
• Active RN license in good standing.
• CPR certification on hire or during orientation.
• Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training.
• Geriatrics experience preferred.
• Certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse).

Responsibilities

• Monitors Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies including the CDC.
• Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities, per CDC recommendations.
• Works onsite at the physical facility; cannot be an off-site consultant.
• Develops and maintains the Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
• Maintains knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices.
• Performs work within the scope of license and makes independent decisions when warranted.
• Follows infection prevention and control practices and complies with laws and Life Care policies.
• Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information and adheres to Code of Conduct.

Education

Nursing diploma (associate or bachelor's)

Active RN license in good standing

CPR certification

IPC training beyond initial education

Geriatrics experience preferred

State required certifications (e.g., Certified TB Nurse)

Job description

Life Care Centers of America in Kapolei, HI seeks an RN Infection Preventionist to oversee infection prevention programs, analyze HAI/CAI data, and recommend actions to improve resident outcomes. You will educate staff, residents, and families, and serve as a resource across departments to ensure compliance with Life Care standards and applicable regulations.

The role emphasizes onsite facility work, ongoing professional development in infection control, and collaboration with multidisciplinary