OCOM - Infection Preventionist RN

Overview

OCOM - Infection Preventionist RNs are an integral part of the surgical team, providing essential nursing care to patients during surgical cases. Their role requires a high level of accuracy and professionalism in a fast-paced surgical environment. OCOM - Infection Preventionist RNs are responsible for ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care during surgery. Their ability to maintain a professional approach while providing nursing care is critical in ensuring positive patient outcomes while keeping patients and their families informed. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career in nursing, with a great work/life balance, consider a career with USPI.

Success Profile

• Flexibility
• Attention to Detail
• Compassion
• Emotional Stability
• Adaptability
• Strong Clinical Judgment

Culture

• Working with compassion and respect for others and each other, supporting our communities and advocating for our patients
• Acting with integrity and the highest ethical standards – always
• Delivering results through accountability and transparency
• Embracing inclusiveness for all people in our workplace and in the communities we serve

Career Path

• Nurse Manager
• Clinical Director
• Administrator
• Business Office Manager

Benefits

• Work/Life Balance: Most of our ASC's offer daytime schedules, with no weekends and nights, and no call. (Schedules vary at our surgical centers.)
• Learning and Education: Employees have access to thousands of free online courses to further their education at their own schedule.
• Leadership and Executive Development: Whether a clinician is interested in advancing to a leadership position or a business office staff member aspires to be a hospital CFO, various programs are available.
• Coaching and Mentorship: We are committed to devoting energy and attention to grow our team members and create a lasting impact on our care. By coaching, challenging and further developing our best and brightest team members, we foster an environment to build long-term sustainable growth for our organization.
• Military and Veterans Support: Our values of working efficiently and uniting for a higher purpose align well with those of our military and veteran community. We would love to assist you with skill and experience equivalency mapping to ease your transition into a successful civilian career.

Responsibilities

Infection Preventionist – Join the Team That’s Raising the Standard in Orthopedic Care

Oklahoma Center for Orthopaedic Multi-Specialty Surgery | Oklahoma City, OK

EVERY DAY GIVING EXCELLENCE

“Each Patient, Each Family, Each & Every Time.”

At OCOM, we don’t just care for patients—we care about people. Every day, our staff creates an environment where quality care meets exceptional service. If you're ready to be part of a collaborative, high-performing team that’s making a difference, we invite you to apply for our Infection Preventionist opening.

We review applications promptly, and qualified candidates will be contacted quickly for interviews. If you’re looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your contributions matter, this is your opportunity to thrive.

Why Join OCOM?

• Competitive salaries with bonuses and incentives
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life, long-term disability, and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Short-term disability available
• Paid time off (PTO) and 7 paid holidays
• License and education reimbursement
• FSA & HSA programs
• Weekends and holidays off
• On-site gym access
• Incredible work-life balance
• Employee discount program for travel, shopping, daycare & more

About the Role – What You’ll Do

As our Infection Preventionist, you’ll be a key member of the Quality Management team, leading efforts to prevent and manage healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). This role blends data analysis, staff education, policy development, and hands-on leadership to ensure a safe, high-quality care environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Conducting infection surveillance and trend analysis
• Developing and updating infection prevention protocols
• Educating staff and patients on infection control best practices
• Investigating and managing outbreaks
• Leading risk assessments and recommending improvements
• Ensuring compliance with CDC, CMS, Joint Commission, and OSHA standards
• Driving quality improvement through data-driven strategies
• Collaborating across departments to influence and improve infection prevention practices

Required Skills:

• Qualifications: Licensed RN in the state of Oklahoma (required)
• CIC Certification and/or HACP-IC within 2 years of hire
• Background in nursing, epidemiology, microbiology, or public health
• Strong knowledge of infectious diseases and infection control practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in surveillance, data analysis, and computer systems
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving ability and collaborative spirit

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• This role involves both clinical and administrative work in a temperature-controlled setting.
• Candidates must be comfortable with:
• Frequent walking, standing, reaching, and occasional lifting (30–50 lbs)
• Exposure to blood/body fluids and infectious diseases
• Effective communication with diverse teams, patients, and physicians
• Using a variety of software applications and diagnostic technologies