Infection Preventionist​/Staff Development (LPN or RN

Infection Preventionist/Staff Development (LPN or RN)

#26-685

French Prairie Nursing & Rehabilitation Center – Woodburn, OR

Full-time, Monday–Friday (Weekend call rotation required)

Registered Nurse (RN):
Starting at $112,230+/year (DOE)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):
Starting at $84,000+/year (DOE)

At French Prairie Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, we are dedicated to providing exceptional skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in a compassionate, resident-centered environment. We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable healthcare professional to join our leadership team as a Staff Development Coordinator (SDC)/Infection Preventionist (IP). This dual-role position plays a critical part in ensuring our staff are highly trained and our residents are cared for in a safe, infection-free environment.

Collaborate with the Administrator, Director of Nursing Services, and staff to assess training needs and implement programs that meet regulatory requirements

Develop and update staff development policies, including certification, training completion, and compliance guidelines

Ensure all nursing assistants complete state-required certification programs

Oversee orientation, in-service education, continuing education, and CNA certification training programs

Maintain accurate lesson plans, training records, and schedules for students and instructors

Implement and evaluate new employee orientation programs, including skills assessments and competency checklists

Verify CNA certifications with state registries and ensure ongoing training compliance

Provide skill training for new staff and address competency gaps as needed

Develop, implement, and oversee the facility’s infection prevention and control program

Collect, analyze, and maintain data on infections and antibiotic use; monitor for trends and resistance

Investigate infection outbreaks and incidents, reporting findings as required

Collaborate with federal, state, and local health departments on communicable disease reporting

Direct infection risk assessments, annual prevention plans, and compliance audits

Provide education and training on infection prevention practices to clinical teams and facility staff

Serve as a resource for infection prevention, ensuring best practices in resident care

Current certification in Infection Control

Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Experience in staff education/training and infection prevention highly desired

Competitive salary with growth potential (DOE)

Leadership role with a direct impact on staff development and resident care quality

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the health and safety of residents and staff

• Affordable Health, Dental and Vision insurance options are available for you and your family with the Oregon Trust.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Unlimited referral bonuses and more!

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