Infection Prevention Nurse (LPN or RN)

About the role

Responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control practices to protect residents, staff, and visitors. This role promotes a safe healthcare environment by identifying infection risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading infection prevention initiatives.

Responsibilities

• As an infection control/wound care nurse, you will provide primary skincare to residents.
• You will identify, manage, and treat specific skin disorders, primary and secondary lesions, and decubitus ulcers.
• You will participate in the development and implementation of patient care plans.
• You will educate family, staff, and residents about the importance of nutrition, skin barriers, hydration, turning, and repositioning to promote wound healing.

Qualifications

• Active RN License in the state of Illinois
• IP Certified by CDC
• Understanding of infection prevention principles and regulations
• Professional experience as an Infection Control Nurse

Skills

Excellent communication and education skills