Staff Development and Infection Control Nurse

Spring Meadows Health & Rehabilitation; Meadow Lane (TN); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Same day pay

Instant wage access

Comprehensive benefits

Predictable scheduling

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Spring Meadows Health & Rehabilitation in Clarksville, TN is seeking a Staff Development / Infection Control Nurse to plan, coordinate, and oversee staff education while leading the facility’s infection prevention program.

The role ensures compliance with CMS, CDC, and state regulations, promotes resident safety, and supports continuous improvement through education and proper documentation. Full-time with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Formación

• Current, active LPN or RN license.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control standards and regulatory requirements.
• Strong teaching, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to educate and motivate staff across all departments.
• Proficiency in documentation and data tracking.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver orientation programs for all new hires.
• Develop, implement, and track ongoing in-service education and annual competencies.
• Maintain accurate education and competency records in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Assess staff learning needs and provide targeted training to address performance gaps.
• Support clinical skill development and evidence-based practice.
• Assist leadership with corrective education plans as needed.
• Develop, implement, and oversee the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Monitor, track, and report infections per CDC, CMS, and state guidelines.
• Educate staff, residents, and families on infection prevention practices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to manage outbreaks and exposure events.
• Maintain accurate infection control logs and reports.

Conocimientos

Nursing license

Infection control knowledge

Staff education

Teaching skills

Documentation & data tracking

Educación

Current, active LPN or RN license

Descripción del empleo

Staff Development/Infection Control Nurse

Spring Meadows Health and Rehabilitation | Clarksville, TN
Full-Time

You chose nursing for a reason. Let that reason thrive here.

At Spring Meadows Health and Rehabilitation, we don’t just provide care — we build connections. We’re a compassionate, resident-centered Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care Facility.

Position Summary

The Staff Development / Infection Control Nurse is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing staff education and training while leading the facility’s infection prevention and control program. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, promotes quality resident care, and supports a culture of safety, education, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Love:

• Competitive pay

• Paperless, quick onboarding

• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement plan, same day pay, instant access to wages)

• Predictable scheduling and flexibility (e.g., full-time, part-time, PRN options)

• Paid time off, holiday pay

• Generous employee referral program

• Annual performance reviews and competitive bi-annual pay reviews

• Support for personal well-being (EAP programs, mental health resources)

• Respectful, supportive leadership and strong focus on teamwork

• Optimal staff-to-patient ratios to prevent burnout

• Opportunities for advancement

• Tuition reimbursement, training programs, and CEU support

• Strong mentorship and orientation programs

• Strong school partnerships

• 360 communications for staff, residents & families

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Staff Development / Education

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver orientation programs for all new hires

• Develop, implement, and track ongoing in-service education and annual competencies

• Maintain accurate education and competency records in accordance with regulatory standards

• Assess staff learning needs and provide targeted training to address performance gaps

• Support clinical skill development and evidence-based practice

• Assist leadership with corrective education plans as needed

Infection Prevention & Control

• Develop, implement, and oversee the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program

• Monitor, track, and report infections per CDC, CMS, and state guidelines

• Conduct infection surveillance and analyze trends to reduce infection risks

• Ensure compliance with hand hygiene, PPE use, isolation precautions, and cleaning protocols

• Educate staff, residents, and families on infection prevention practices

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to manage outbreaks and exposure events

• Maintain accurate infection control logs and reports

Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with CMS, CDC, OSHA, and state regulations

• Participate in QAPI activities and surveys

• Assist with policy and procedure development related to education and infection control

• Serve as a resource during state and federal surveys

Qualifications

• Current, active LPN or RN license

• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care preferred

• Knowledge of infection control standards and regulatory requirements

• Strong teaching, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to educate and motivate staff across all departments

• Proficiency in documentation and data tracking

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities.