Program Manager, Infection Prevention & Health; RN

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Regular Full‑Time – Grand Junction, CO, US

7 days ago – Requisition

Salary Range: $84,606.00 To $93,600.00 Annually

• No traditional hospital shift rotations
• Meaningful work supporting your team
• Providing nursing expertise, away from direct patient care

The Infection Prevention & Employee Health Nurse (RN) leads Hope West’s organization‑wide Infection Prevention and Control Program and oversees employee health and safety practices related to infectious disease prevention.

This role is responsible for infection surveillance, regulatory compliance, employee exposure management, immunization programs, and staff education across all service lines. The position partners closely with People Operations and Clinical Leadership to ensure a safe environment for employees, patients, and participants while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required, Masters in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
• Infection prevention and/or employee health experience preferred.
• 5-7 years of RN experience required.
• Minimum three (3) years hospice, PACE, geriatric care, home health/community‑based nursing.

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred or willingness to obtain within 12–24 months.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license and reliable transportation with adequate automobile insurance.

• Works in a variety of environments, including administrative offices, clinical settings, and patient homes.
• Travels regularly between Hope West locations, including regional offices and service areas (e.g., Grand Junction, Montrose, and other service sites), to support infection prevention activities, rounding, and staff education.
• Travels to off‑site locations as needed for meetings, training, or regulatory activities.
• Subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions and frequent driving.
• Encounters a range of physical environments within patient homes, including varying levels of cleanliness, space limitations, and potential safety risks (e.g., fall hazards, fire safety concerns, environmental exposures).
• May be required to respond to urgent situations, including infectious disease exposures or outbreak investigations.
• Mileage reimbursement of 65 cents per mile for work‑related driving.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance effective the first of the month following start date.
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program.
• Immediate accrual of PTO and medical leave.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• EAP & Disability.
• 403b Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match.
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance effective the first of the month following start date.
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program.
• Immediate accrual of PTO and medical leave.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• EAP & Disability.
• 403b Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match.
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations.

Hope West honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. This position will remain open until filled.