Infection Preventionist RN

We are currently seeking an experienced Nurse to join our team as the Infection Preventionist. This is a full-time opportunity.

• Collecting, analyzing, and providing infection data and trends to nursing staff and health care practitioners
• Consulting on infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies
• Providing education and training
• Implementing evidence-based infection control practice, including those mandated by regulatory and licensing agencies, and guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
• Monitoring antibiotic utilization which supports antibiotic stewardship activities

• Current and valid RN nursing license for the state of Illinois
• Experience in infection control in long term care or other healthcare setting
• Demonstrate knowledge of principles related to infection prevention and control
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff members and external organizations
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Competitive compensation
• Daily Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Health Insurance for full-time employees
• Dental Insurance for full-time employees
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefit Plans offered to full- and part-time employees
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Plan (IMRF) for employees working 1,000+ hours per year
• Wellness Program
• Free continuing education through our Learning Management System
• Great team to work alongside!

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, ancestry, military status, military discharge status or status as a covered veteran, genetic information or predisposition, creed, order of protection status, or any other protected category as provided by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Our company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee discrimination or harassment based on any of the aforementioned characteristics. Our company complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy of Equal Employment applies to all aspects of the employment relationship.

Note: This description contains the essential functions and requirements of the role. It is not intended to be all-inclusive; other duties may be assigned as needed.