Infection Preventionist / Staff Development RN

Infection Preventionist / Staff Development (RN)

Location : Eugene, OR

Compensation : Starting at $110,000+ annually (Based on years licensed)

Schedule : Full-Time, Monday-Friday, with on-call rotation every 6-8 weeks (required)

South Hills Rehabilitation Center , part of the Volare Health family of skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation communities, is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care. We welcome residents, families, and staff with warm hearts-and we're proud to support our team with competitive wages, growth opportunities, and a culture focused on excellence and respect.

Position Summary :

The Infection Preventionist / Staff Development plays a key role on our clinical leadership team, serving as the facility's expert in infection prevention and control. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring evidence-based practices to reduce the transmission of infectious diseases among residents, staff, visitors, and the surrounding community. Additionally, this role provides staff development support, including new-hire orientation and ongoing clinical training.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze infection data; maintain records of healthcare-associated infections.
• Conduct outbreak investigations and lead response efforts.
• Coordinate and lead orientation for new hires.
• Educate clinical leaders on infection prevention protocols and best practices.
• Investigate infection-related incidents and report to appropriate departments.
• Provide guidance on managing infectious residents and related concerns.
• Lead facility infection risk assessments with executive and clinical leadership.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate the annual infection prevention plan.
• Conduct ongoing infection surveillance and policy compliance audits.
• Deliver staff education and training programs.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance standards, audits, and research initiatives.
• Coordinate reporting and communication with federal, state, and county health departments.

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At South Hills, you'll find meaningful work, professional support, and opportunities to grow. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we'd love to meet you!