Infection Prevention​/Educator RN - Skilled Nursing Facility

Location: Town of Taylor

About Arnot Health Arnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira;
Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50+ specialties.

Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.

Learn more othealth.org .Infection Prevention/Educator RN - Skilled Nursing Facility The SNF Infection Prevention/Educator RN is a professional whose knowledge of nursing procedures, aseptic techniques and good communication skills assists in the ability to educate physicians, nurse and other Arnot Health personnel in the prevention and transmission of infections. This position is an assistant to the Infection Prevention System Director and requires working closely with the daily implementation, surveillance, reporting of infections, evaluation of isolation guidelines and policies and participation in performance improvement and best practice compliance.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Infection Prevention and Control Program, ensuring regulatory compliance and a safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Develop, coordinate, and deliver staff education, orientation, competency validation, and ongoing professional development programs using a variety of teaching methods.

Conduct infection surveillance activities, investigate potential outbreaks, complete required reporting, and implement effective infection prevention and control measures.

Collaborate with the Medical Director, Director of Nursing, and facility leadership to perform annual infection risk assessments and establish infection prevention goals and action plans.

Develop, maintain, and enforce infection control policies, procedures, and standards, including isolation practices, immunization programs, and transmission-based precautions.

Educate and mentor clinical staff on evidence-based infection prevention strategies, antibiotic stewardship, and best practices to enhance resident safety and quality outcomes.

Monitor clinical areas through routine rounds and audits, ensuring adherence to infection control standards while identifying opportunities for improvement.

Maintain accurate documentation of educational programs, staff competencies, certifications, infection control activities, and corrective actions to support compliance and organizational excellence.

Required

Skills and Experience:

Graduate of an approved RN program with current New York State license.

Bachelors of Nursing (BSN)
At least 2 years clinical experience, Knowledge of infection control, quality improvement, and regulatory requirements.

CPR Preferred

Skills and Experience:

Have primary professional training in one of the…