Infection Preventionist​/Development Nurse

Infection Preventionist / Staff Development Nurse – Guggenheimer Health & Rehab Center

Elevate Healthcare Excellence as an Infection Preventionist/Wound Care Nurse

Drive Progress, Foster Health, and Safety

• Strategic Leadership:
  Craft and implement robust infection control strategies, aligning with evidence‑based practices and regulatory standards.
• Employee Health Advocate:
  Oversee employee health programs, streamlining processes and ensuring comprehensive care.
• Quality Assurance Expert:
  Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation requirements.
• Innovative Problem‑Solver:
  Utilize expertise to address complex healthcare challenges and implement cutting‑edge solutions.
• Continuous Improvement Champion:
  Drive initiatives to enhance patient care, staff safety, and overall quality.

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in healthcare.
• Current RN license for the state of Virginia.
• Bachelor’s degree (BSN) highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and familiarity with competency/education software.

• Champion evidence‑based practices and best practices in infection control.
• Develop and implement comprehensive infection control and employee health orientation programs.
• Ensure meticulous record‑keeping and maintenance of employee health records.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to advocate for employee health and safety.
• Orchestrate employee health initiatives, pre‑employment testing, vaccinations, and more.
• Coordinate the infection control program, conduct risk assessments, and notify relevant health departments.
• Educate staff, physicians, and community leaders on infection prevention and control.
• Craft and implement policies and procedures for a seamless onboarding process.
• Support administration with employee health databases and compliance matters.

• Competitive compensation and an inclusive benefits package.
• Dynamic environment where your expertise shapes healthcare excellence.
• Opportunities to innovate, collaborate, and redefine healthcare standards.

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Daily Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (dental, health, vision, disability insurance)
• Wellness Program Access
• Inclusive Workplace Culture
• Career and Educational Development opportunities
• Comprehensive Onboarding and Professional Development Programs

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.

Salary will depend on qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside the range shown.