Infection Prevention Coordinator (RN)

CareNational is seeking an experienced Infection Prevention Coordinator (RN) for a local contract opportunity in Fairfield, CA. This is a specialized clinical nursing role focused on infection prevention, surveillance, epidemiology, regulatory compliance, education, and quality improvement across multiple healthcare facilities.

Position Details

• Position: Infection Prevention Coordinator (RN)
• Location: Fairfield, CA
• Pay: $75 - $80 /hour
• Schedule: Primarily 8-hour days; hours may vary based on workload and project requirements
• Employment Type: Local Contract
• Work Setting: Onsite with travel between local facilities
• On-Call: Required

Job Summary

The Infection Prevention Coordinator serves as an infection prevention resource for hospital leadership, medical staff, clinical departments, and employees. The RN will work closely with the Infection Prevention Manager and Medical Director of Infectious Disease/Hospital Epidemiology to support infection prevention programs across multiple facilities.

This position is primarily focused on infection prevention, surveillance, epidemiology, quality improvement, education, and regulatory compliance rather than bedside patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prospective and retrospective surveillance for hospital-acquired and community-acquired infections.
• Investigate infection hazards, infection clusters, and potential outbreaks.
• Analyze infection data and identify trends requiring intervention.
• Develop surveillance tools, reports, and tracking systems.
• Monitor compliance with CMS, The Joint Commission (TJC), Cal-OSHA, Title XXII, and hospital policies.
• Develop, maintain, and coordinate infection prevention policies and procedures.
• Participate in inpatient rounds and provide infection prevention consultation.
• Recommend appropriate isolation precautions and infection prevention measures.
• Provide education to staff and patients regarding communicable diseases and infection prevention.
• Collaborate with Occupational/Employee Health regarding communicable disease follow-up, immunizations, and related initiatives.
• Participate in performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with physicians, leadership, clinical staff, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Support infection prevention activities across multiple NorthBay Healthcare facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required
• Active California RN License required
• Current California Driver's License required
• Minimum 5 years of acute care nursing experience
• At least 6 months of acute care Infection Prevention experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of infection prevention and epidemiology
• Knowledge of CMS, TJC, and Cal-OSHA standards
• Strong analytical, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Infection Control Certification preferred; must be obtained within 18 months if not already certified
• APIC EPI 101 must be completed within 12 months of hire

Work Requirements

• Primarily 8-hour workdays
• Hours may vary based on workload and project requirements
• On-call support required
• Occasional evening meetings
• Must be able to travel between facilities and work sites
• Must have access to a reliable operating vehicle with appropriate auto insurance

Interested in making an impact in infection prevention and patient safety? Apply today!