Infection Prevention & Staff Development Coordinator

Pay Range: $35–$58 per hour, depending on license and experience

Reports to: Director of Nursing

About the Role

The ideal candidate is organized, knowledgeable, and passionate about creating a safe environment for residents and staff. This position works closely with the Director of Nursing, department leaders, employees, residents, and healthcare professionals to promote quality care, regulatory compliance, and a strong culture of safety.

Responsibilities

Infection Prevention & Control

• Lead and coordinate the facility's infection prevention and control program.
• Monitor compliance with CDC, OSHA, state, and facility infection control requirements.
• Conduct rounds and monitor hand hygiene, aseptic technique, standard/universal precautions, and isolation practices.
• Track, investigate, document, and report resident and employee infections and communicable diseases.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and the Infection Control Committee on infection trends, corrective actions, and prevention strategies.
• Support TB management, bloodborne pathogen prevention, employee health, and exposure follow-up.
• Assist departments with infection prevention practices related to cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, laundry, waste disposal, and environmental safety.
• Participate in facility surveys and inspections as needed.

Staff Development & Education

• Develop, coordinate, and maintain effective orientation and training programs for new and existing employees.
• Provide education related to infection prevention, OSHA, CDC guidelines, bloodborne pathogens, TB management, hand hygiene, and other required topics.
• Collaborate with department leaders to identify training needs and support ongoing staff competency.
• Assist with annual and required in-service education programs.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and quality improvement.

Clinical & Compliance Support

• Provide consultation and clinical support regarding residents requiring isolation or infection control precautions.
• Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration as needed.
• Maintain accurate infection control, training, and employee education documentation.
• Provide reports and recommendations to the Director of Nursing and appropriate committees.
• Support compliance with applicable regulations, facility policies, and standards of practice.

Requirements

• Current, active, and unencumbered LPN or RN license in Washington State.
• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• 2+ years of nursing experience preferred, preferably in long-term care.
• Knowledge of infection prevention, epidemiology, microbiology, infectious diseases, and aseptic technique.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong communication, organization, teaching, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to effectively educate and work with employees across multiple departments.
• APIC certification in infection control is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge and experience with PCC is preferred.
• Commitment to maintaining required continuing education and good standing with the Washington State Board of Nursing.

Benefits

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact beyond the bedside by helping protect our residents and staff while developing the knowledge and skills of our team.