Nurse Director Infection Prevention

Step into a high-impact leadership opportunity as the Nurse Director Infection Prevention at a premier healthcare organization in southern New York state, where innovation meets compassion and your expertise in infection control will shape the future of patient safety across a dynamic acute care environment.

The Nurse Director Infection Prevention will join a respected healthcare institution known as a leading 375-bed acute care facility just north of New York City, celebrated for its award-winning cardiac specialties, national patient safety recognition, and strong academic backing. As a cornerstone of the regional healthcare system, the hospital merges community-centered care with advanced technology and specialized medical programs. The Infection Control Nurse Director will thrive in a mission-driven, patient-first culture with measurable quality outcomes, low hospital-acquired infection rates, and a reputation for clinical excellence.

Recognized for safety, innovation, and nursing professionalism, the organization invests in advanced analytics, evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and modernized facilities that support high-acuity care. With strong physician partnerships, shared governance, ongoing education support, and visible leadership engagement, the RN Director Infection Prevention will find both the autonomy to lead and the resources to excel.

The Nurse Director Infection Prevention will oversee a comprehensive infection control and infection prevention department dedicated to surveillance, antimicrobial stewardship, regulatory readiness, outbreak response, and continuous performance improvement. Within this robust infection prevention and hospital epidemiology program, the Infection Control Nurse Director will guide initiatives that safeguard patients, staff, and the community while supporting accreditation standards and public reporting excellence. Backed by advanced technology and data-driven tools, the RN Director Infection Prevention will champion best practices across a complex 375-bed acute care environment that blends community-focused values with sophisticated specialty services and strong academic alignment.

Reporting to a senior clinical executive, the Nurse Director Infection Prevention will lead a skilled team of infection preventionists and collaborate closely with nursing leadership, physicians, quality professionals, environmental services, pharmacy, and microbiology. The Infection Control Nurse Director will be supported by experienced frontline nurses and a diverse interdisciplinary healthcare team committed to transparency, continuous improvement, and a Just Culture approach to safety.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, regulatory compliance, staff mentorship, policy development, data analysis, and organization-wide education, positioning the RN Director Infection Prevention as a key driver of patient safety and clinical excellence.

Located in beautiful southern New York state, the Nurse Director Infection Prevention will enjoy a lifestyle that blends scenic river views, hiking and biking trails, vibrant arts and music festivals, and easy access to New York City’s world-class dining and entertainment. The region offers charming neighborhoods, strong schools, diverse cuisine, reliable public transportation, and convenient airport access for travel. With four distinct seasons, waterfront recreation, farmers markets, community events, and a thriving local economy, the area provides an exceptional quality of life for the Infection Control Nurse Director seeking both professional growth and personal fulfillment.

The Nurse Director Infection Prevention will be rewarded with competitive compensation and a comprehensive suite of health, retirement, and wellness benefits designed to support long-term career success.