IP Nurse - LVN
Now Hiring: Infection Prevention (IP) Nurse – Full-Time
Medical Hill Healthcare
Oakland, CA
Full-Time
Annual Salary: $93,600 – $114,400 DOE
Lead Infection Prevention Excellence
Medical Hill Healthcare is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Infection Prevention (IP) Nurse to join our clinical leadership team. This essential role is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the facility's infection prevention and control program to ensure a safe environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
If you're passionate about quality care, regulatory compliance, and improving resident outcomes through evidence-based infection prevention practices, we'd love to hear from you.
Position Highlights
Full-Time Position
Competitive Annual Salary: $93,600 – $114,400 DOE
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Supportive Leadership Team
Opportunities for Professional Growth and Continuing Education
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program.
Conduct ongoing infection surveillance and analyze trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
Investigate suspected outbreaks and coordinate appropriate interventions.
Ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, OSHA, state, and local infection prevention regulations.
Educate and train staff on infection prevention practices, isolation procedures, hand hygiene, and PPE usage.
Monitor antibiotic stewardship initiatives and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Conduct infection control rounds, audits, and performance improvement activities.
Maintain accurate infection surveillance data and prepare required reports.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and public health agencies as needed.
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
Serve as the facility's infection prevention resource for residents, families, and staff.
Qualifications
Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
Previous experience in Infection Prevention, Infection Control, or Skilled Nursing preferred.
Infection Prevention certification (CIC) preferred or willingness to obtain.
Strong knowledge of CDC, CMS, and state infection prevention guidelines.
Experience with surveillance, outbreak management, and regulatory compliance.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to educate, mentor, and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
Continuing Education Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Supportive and Collaborative Work Environment
Join Medical Hill Healthcare
At Medical Hill Healthcare, we are committed to providing exceptional care while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. As our Infection Prevention Nurse, you'll play a vital role in protecting the health of our residents and staff while helping foster a culture of excellence throughout our facility.
Apply today and make a lasting impact on resident care and clinical quality at Medical Hill Healthcare!
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.