Infection Preventionist/Education Coordinator
Listed on 2026-01-11
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Healthcare
Healthcare Nursing, Infection Control
Position Summary
In this role, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and implementing health programs, staff educational programs, infection control processes, and quality improvement projects. The Infection Preventionist/Educator ensures all state and federal mandatory education, infection control, general health, safety training (OSHA), Joint Commission standards, and community policies/initiatives are fully implemented.
Hours Needed- Monday - Friday: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
- Nurse Manager weekend rotation
1055 E Grand Ave, Lindenhurst, IL 60046
Essential Functions, Key Duties, & Responsibilities- Organize, plan, and implement annual OSHA, JCAHO, and State/Federal required in‑service training programs to include hazard communication, blood‑borne pathogens, infection control standards, and all other mandatory training programs as required by Federal or State regulations.
- Observe and instruct associates in safety policies and procedures.
- Lead all Infection Control related programs and serve as the Infection Preventionist for the community.
- Consistently monitor established policies and procedures pertaining to safety, hazard communications, and universal precautions (proper hand washing, correct usage of personal protective equipment and proper disposal of hazardous materials/waste).
- Serve as a member of the Safety Committee and QAPI Committee by preparing, analyzing and reporting key indicator data.
- Secure and maintain records, reports, instructional manuals, reference manuals, etc. pertinent to educational programs.
- Coordinate with Human Resources to ensure individual associate training records are maintained and in compliance with Federal and State regulations.
- Facilitate in‑service training, observing audience response to training, and adjusting delivery and teaching style to maximize participation and retention of material.
- Maintain a good rapport and professional working relationship with all department personnel to enhance appropriate inter‑departmental communications.
- Use tact, sensitivity, sound judgement and a professional attitude when working with residents, families, associates, third‑party vendors and State/Federal entities.
- Serve as a member of the Nursing Administration with on‑call responsibilities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and procedures and any updates.
Education
:
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
Licenses/Certifications
:
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Experience
: 3+ years of clinical experience; preferably in nursing/long‑term care.
Skills & Abilities
:
- Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, and laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long‑term care.
- High degree of integrity.
- Strong communicator and capable of leading change.
- Ability to multi‑task and prioritize projects and deadlines concurrently.
Travel
:
Limited travel may be required for training purposes.
Compensation
:
Minimum: USD $80,000.00 per year. Maximum: USD $97,000.00 per year.
Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type:
Full‑time. Job function:
Health Care Provider. Industry: Hospitals and Health Care.
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