Infection Control Nurse

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Functional

Title:

Infection Control Nurse
Job Title: Nurse III Infection Control
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Unit 1 - Nursing
Posting Number: 10958
Closing Date: 02/04/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-24
Salary Range: $7,532.75-$8,886.16
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: Days (First)
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility

Location:

El Paso State Supported Living Center
Job Location City: EL PASO
Job Location Address: 6700 DELTA DR
Other Locations: El Paso
MOS Codes: 290X,46AX,46FX,46NX,46PX,46SX,46YX,66B,66C,66E,66F,66G,66H,66N,66P,66R,66S,66T,66W

Brief Job Description pCome work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.

pThe state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state.

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pIf you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

pFree CEUs and updated resources through Lippincott access for all nurses.

pThe Infection Control Nurse performs advanced professional nursing work within the scope of practice attributed to the skills of a registered nurse.

Works under direction and supervision of the Chief Nursing Executive (CNE) and serves as the Infection Control Coordinator for the SSLC. Plans, develops, coordinates, and evaluates infection control activities and independently makes changes and recommendations for improvements. Leads the SSLC system-wide in the development and implementation of an infection control program (including employee health) operations, policies and procedures, ensuring infection prevention is implemented and maintained regarding health issues and practices.

Educates all levels of staff and has the current knowledge base to explain this critical health care program. Independently develops training and educational programs for all levels of staff understanding. Evaluate the effectiveness of the infection control program through the analysis of statistical data and performance evaluation reports. Leads groups and independently leads an effective/productive committee to continually address infection control issues.

Works in cooperation with the local and state health department and ensures adherence to federal regulations and requirements. Provides treatment to HHS employees injured in course and scope of employment. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

pThis position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends.

Essential Job Functions pAttends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

pMay serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.

pParticipates in developing, writing and implementing program operations, policies and procedures pertaining to Infection Control issues. Evaluates the effectiveness of the…