Infection Preventionist / Staff Educator (SNF)Position Summary We are seeking a knowledgeable and motivated
Infection Preventionist / Staff Educator to support clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and high-quality resident care within our Skilled Nursing Facility. This dual-role position is responsible for leading the facility's infection prevention and control program while developing, coordinating, and delivering staff education and competency training.
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about improving outcomes through education, surveillance, and best practices.
Infection Preventionist / Staff Educator Key ResponsibilitiesInfection Prevention & Control - Lead and maintain the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program in accordance with CDC/CMS guidelines
- Conduct infection surveillance, tracking, trending, and reporting (including outbreaks and communicable diseases)
- Monitor and support compliance with hand hygiene, PPE usage, isolation precautions, and environmental cleaning
- Collaborate with leadership and interdisciplinary teams on infection control policies, risk reduction, and audits
- Support outbreak response planning, mitigation strategies, and documentation
- Provide guidance on antibiotic stewardship and infection control best practices
- Maintain readiness for surveys and ensure infection control documentation is complete and accurate
Staff Education & Competency - Develop and deliver onboarding, annual in-services, and ongoing training for clinical staff
- Conduct competencies, skills validations, and education based on facility needs and performance trends
- Provide education related to infection prevention, clinical policies, documentation, and resident care standards
- Partner with DON/ADON and department leaders to address training gaps and improve clinical performance
- Support implementation of new clinical programs, procedures, and quality initiatives
Infection Preventionist / Staff Educator Qualifications Required: - Active RN license (in good standing)
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or long-term care setting
- Working knowledge of infection control standards, surveillance practices, and regulatory requirements
- Strong communication, teaching, and organizational skills
- Ability to lead initiatives, conduct audits, and educate across multiple disciplines
Preferred: - Infection Preventionist experience in SNF/LTC
- Certification such as CIC (Certification in Infection Control) or willing to obtain
- Experience with CMS survey readiness, QAPI, and performance improvement initiatives
- Familiarity with antibiotic stewardship programs and reporting/tracking tools
What We Offer - Comprehensive benefits package (medical/dental/vision)
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- 401(k) options
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
- Growth opportunities within a stable healthcare organization
Salary: up to $115,000/year (based on experience)
An Equal Opportunity Employer