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IP Nurse​/Unit Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: ALIYA Healthcare Consulting
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-05
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Healthcare Nursing, Infection Control
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

ALIYA Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and dependable Infection Preventionist (IP) Nurse / Unit Manager to join our team and provide essential clinical leadership and infection control oversight within the facility. The Infection Preventionist (IP) Nurse / Unit Manager plays a key role in ensuring the health, safety, and dignity of our residents, while supervising nursing staff and maintaining regulatory compliance in a supportive environment.

Benefits
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • On-Demand Pay Option
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Oversee and manage the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program in accordance with federal, state, and facility guidelines
  • Conduct infection surveillance, tracking, trending, and reporting
  • Ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, and local health department regulations
  • Educate staff on infection prevention protocols, hand hygiene, and PPE usage
  • Develop and implement infection control policies and procedures
  • Monitor isolation precautions and ensure proper implementation
  • Provide leadership and supervision to nursing staff on the assigned unit
  • Assist with scheduling, staffing coordination, and daily clinical operations
  • Monitor resident conditions and ensure appropriate care plan implementation
  • Support staff development, evaluation, and corrective action when needed
  • Maintain accurate documentation and regulatory readiness
  • Report changes in infection trends or resident conditions to facility leadership
  • Uphold resident privacy and dignity in accordance with HIPAA and facility standards
  • Comply with all federal, state, and facility regulations and guidelines
  • Stay current through educational opportunities and maintaining nursing licensure
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Skills and Qualifications
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in accordance with state law
  • Infection prevention experience preferred
  • Long term care experience required
  • Supervisory or unit management experience preferred
  • Knowledge of CDC and CMS infection control guidelines
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
  • Ability to lead a team and respond effectively in urgent or outbreak situations

Are you ready to make a difference as an Infection Preventionist (IP) Nurse / Unit Manager in a supportive, resident-centered environment? Apply now and take the next step in your leadership career with Aliya Healthcare!

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