Infection Prevention Nurse

Infection Prevention Nurse (RN or LPN)

Experience Individualized Care with Extended Care

Experience individualized care at an Extended Care–affiliated facility
, where every resident receives specialized attention tailored to their unique needs, interests, and capabilities. Our skilled clinical and therapy teams are dedicated to ensuring a smoother, safer, and more comfortable recovery experience.

At Extended Care, we are passionate about delivering the highest standard of care through compassion, innovation, and teamwork. We take pride in creating a workplace where residents thrive—and where our team members are valued, supported, and inspired every day.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Infection Prevention Nurse to lead and support our infection prevention and control efforts. The Infection Prevention Nurse works to reduce the incidence and transmission of infectious diseases among residents, staff, visitors, and the broader community.

Through leadership, education, and collaboration
, this role plays a vital part in maintaining a safe and healthy environment throughout our facility.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate annual infection prevention goals and action plans

• Collaborate with facility leadership, physicians, and regulatory agencies on infection control initiatives

• Monitor infection prevention practices to ensure compliance with state, federal, and CDC guidelines

• Oversee and support surveillance, outbreak investigation, and reporting activities

• Provide staff education and training on infection control policies and best practices

• Lead interventions when infection control breaches, outbreaks, or non-compliance issues arise

• Assist with other nursing and leadership duties as assigned

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state

• Strong knowledge of infection control principles, nursing standards, and healthcare regulations

• Ability to promote and facilitate teamwork across departments

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Strong ethical standards and commitment to resident safety

• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(K) Program

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

• Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance

• “Appreciate You” Perks Program – discounts on electronics, travel, fitness memberships, theme parks, and more!

We believe in creating a supportive, respectful, and inclusive work environment. As an equal opportunity employer
, we celebrate diversity and ensure all qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, gender, age, disability, national origin, or veteran status.

If you are passionate about infection prevention and dedicated to ensuring a safe, healthy environment for residents and staff—
apply today to become our next Infection Prevention Nurse (RN or LPN)!