Infection Preventionist/Staff Development LPN

About the role

At Avalon, our culture is built on five core values: Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, Mutual Respect. At Avalon Care Center Bellingham, you'll have the opportunity to serve as a key clinical leader at a facility committed to exceptional resident care, employee development, and quality outcomes. In this dual leadership role, you'll help protect resident health through infection prevention while supporting the growth and success of our caregiving team through education, mentorship, and staff development.

• CMS 5-Star Rated Facility
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Opportunity to influence quality and clinical outcomes
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
• Meaningful work that impacts residents and employees every day
• Collaborative culture focused on excellence and continuous improvement

Ready to make a difference? Join a team that values clinical excellence, leadership, and compassionate care while helping residents thrive and supporting the development of future healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead infection prevention and control efforts throughout the facility
• Monitor, track, and investigate infections and potential outbreaks
• Provide education and training to staff on infection prevention practices
• Conduct audits and support compliance with infection control standards
• Coordinate staff orientation, onboarding, and ongoing education programs
• Collaborate with clinical teams to improve resident safety and outcomes

Requirements

• Current Washington LPN license (or NLC-eligible)
• Current Infection Prevention certification required
• Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control practices
• Experience with staff education and training preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Post-acute care or long-term care experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
• Legal Benefits
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Pay

$44.50‑$49.05 per hour (based on experience, qualifications, and skills)

Schedule

Full-Time