RN-Staff Development/Infection Prevention

Vetter-Senior-Living; Fairbury (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance and loan-reayment

Commuter Mileage Benefit

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Vacation and sick time

Earned Wage Access

Fun, supportive work environment

Job summary

Heritage Care Center in Fairbury, Nebraska is seeking a dedicated RN Staff Development/Infection Prevention professional. This full-time role focuses on education, training, and infection prevention to support safe resident care and a healthy environment.

The candidate will lead orientation, monitor compliance, and provide guidance on outbreak management while partnering with staff and families. CPR certification and active nursing license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active nursing license (RN or LPN) required or preferred.
• CPR certification required or preferred.
• Experience in staff development, education, or infection prevention is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate orientation, onboarding, and ongoing education for team members.
• Develop and monitor infection prevention and control practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, policies and evidence-based practices.
• Track training, certifications, and education requirements.
• Conduct infection surveillance, monitoring, and reporting.
• Provide guidance on infection prevention strategies and outbreak management.
• Serve as a resource for staff, residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous learning.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Data analysis

Team-oriented

Education

RN or LPN license

CPR Certification

Job description

RN-Staff Development/Infection Prevention

#6452

Fairbury, Nebraska, United States

Full-Time/Part Time

Full-time

Job Description

At Heritage Care Center, we believe great care starts with great people. Guided by our mission of Dignity in Life, we're committed to providing compassionate care and meaningful experiences for those we serve.

We're seeking a dedicated Staff Education / Infection Preventionist to support quality resident care through employee education, training, and infection prevention initiatives. In this role, you'll help ensure team members have the knowledge and resources they need to provide exceptional care while promoting a safe and healthy environment for residents, visitors, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver orientation, onboarding, and ongoing education programs for team members
• Develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention and control practices
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and evidence-based practices
• Track required training, certifications, and education requirements
• Conduct infection surveillance, monitoring, and reporting activities
• Provide guidance and education regarding infection prevention strategies and outbreak management
• Serve as a resource for staff, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous learning throughout the organization

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred
• CPR Certification
• Previous long-term care experience preferred
• Experience in staff development, education, or infection prevention preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and presentation skills
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement improvement initiatives
• Commitment to quality care, resident well-being, and regulatory compliance
• Professional, compassionate, and team-oriented approach
• Full-time position
• Occasional schedule flexibility may be required to support training and infection prevention needs
• Education assistance and loan reimbursement program
• Commuter Mileage Benefit for eligible employees
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees working 24+ hours per week
• 401(k) with employer match after one year of employment
• Vacation and sick time
• Earned Wage Access
• Fun, supportive work environment

Join Our Team

At Heritage Care Center, our mission of Dignity in Life guides everything we do. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference every day.