Infection Control Nurse 2026-01675

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Infection Control Nurse (RN) to join our team at the Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC). This role is not just about providing care; it’s about leading, mentoring, and improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an effective system-wide infection prevention and control program for the facility.
• Gather and analyze infection data, facts, and trends and communicate this information to other healthcare staff.
• Provide training and education to medical and non-medical staff on prevention techniques and practices.
• Monitor and evaluate the prevalence of healthcare-associated infections.
• Support teamwork is essential for compliance with regulatory standards.
• Recognize, isolate, and prevent healthcare-associated infections that impact client safety and outcomes.
• Conduct ongoing review of facility infection policies, procedures, and guidelines to identify infection control discrepancies and implement revisions as necessary.
• Direct and assist in preparing reports and statistical data for the infection control committee, the facilities administration, and other committees, as needed.
• Perform annual assessments and develop action plans from the prior year's activities.
• Make recommendations regarding environmental rounds and assure compliance with standards.
• Notify the Public Health Agency and the Wyoming Department of Health of reportable diseases as required by state statute.
• Monitor trends in unusual or resistant organisms for evidence of spread to other clients and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Nursing) and 1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing).
• Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Nurse.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming.

Benefits

This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus.

Contact Information

Human Resource Contact: Tammy / 307-335-6784 / tammalee.keysaw1@wyo.gov