Infection Preventionist Nurse-RN/LPN

Description

Infection Preventionist-Nurse Leadership Opportunity Lake Pointe Village!

RN or LPN Required

M-F with on call rotation required

We are seeking a dedicated Infection Preventionist to lead and manage our infection control program in a skilled nursing environment. This role ensures compliance with CDC, CMS, and state regulations while supporting resident safety and quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention and control programs

Ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, and state guidelines

Conduct surveillance, reporting, and education related to infection control practices

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support quality outcomes and regulatory readiness

Provide staff education and ongoing training on infection prevention protocols

Skills Needed

Clinical Knowledge: Strong understanding of infection prevention practices and regulations

Leadership: Ability to guide, educate, and support staff in maintaining compliance

Attention to Detail: Accurate tracking, reporting, and documentation

Communication: Ability to effectively educate and collaborate with all levels of staff

Problem-Solving: Ability to respond quickly to infection concerns and staffing needs

Requirements

Active Indiana RN license or ability to obtain

Completion of CDC Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training (or willingness to obtain upon hire)

Previous experience in long-term care, hospital, or healthcare setting strongly preferred

Ability to participate in on-call rotation (weekday and weekend coverage as part of leadership team)

Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to residents, families, and team members

Benefits and perks include:

· Competitive Compensation: Access your earnings before payday. Take advantage of lucrative employee referral bonus programs, 401(k), FSA program, free life insurance, PTO exchange for pay programs and more.

· Health & Wellness: Medical coverage as low as $25, vision and dental insurance. Employee Assistance Program to help manage personal or work-related issues, as well as Workforce Chaplains to provide support in the workplace and Personlized Wellness Coaching.

· Life in Balance: Holiday pay and PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO. Employee Discount Programs that allow you to save on travel, retail, entertainment, food and much more.

· Career Growth: Access to preceptors and mentorship programs, clinical and leadership development pathways, education partnerships with colleges and universities across the state like Ivy Tech and Purdue Global, financial assistance for continuing education, company sponsored scholarship programs, and tuition reimbursement.

· Team Culture: C.A.R.E. Values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence carrying a legacy for improving the lives of Seniors across Indiana. Celebrate the hard work you and your team put in each day through employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.

*Full-Time and Part-Time Benefits may vary, terms and conditions apply

About American Senior Communities

Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values for American Senior Communities. These words not only form an acronym for C.A.R.E., but they are also our guiding principles and create the framework for all our relationships with customers, team members and community at large.

American Senior Communities has proudly served our customers since the year 2000, with a long history of excellent outcomes. Team members within each of our 100+ American Senior Communities take great pride in our Hoosier hospitality roots, and it is ingrained in everything we do. As leaders in senior care, we are not just doing a job but following a calling.

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