Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist

@ Life Care Center of Longmont
Life Care Center of Longmontlifecarecenteroflongmont.com

Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist

Longmont, CO
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About the job

Life Care Center of Longmont is a top-rated nursing home recognized for quality and care excellence. The RN Infection Preventionist evaluates, monitors, educates, and leads infection control efforts to ensure resident and staff safety.

Requirements

  • Nursing diploma (associates or bachelor's)
  • Active RN license in applicable state
  • CPR certification, current
  • Specialized IPC training
  • Geriatrics experience (preferred)

Qualifications

  • State-specific certifications
  • Knowledge of infection control
  • Leadership skills
  • Ability to work on-site
  • Commitment to compliance

Full job description

$2,000 Sign on Bonus!

Life Care Center of Longmont is proud to have achieved the following accolades:

US News & World Reports Best Nursing Homes for 2026 for high-performing long-term care and short-term rehab
"800 Club" membership in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com.
5-Star CMS Rating for Quality Measures
4.8 Google star rating out of 666 Google reviews

Full time leadership role Tues-Sat; on call floor rotation required. Come grown with us!

The RN Infection Preventionist evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes as they relate to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and Community Acquired Infections (CAI) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Collects, prepares, and analyzes HAI data. Presents infection data and makes recommendations for actions. Monitors associate compliance with infection control standards through use of barriers and infection prevention measures. Prepares and presents education for the staff, residents, and families. Serves as a resource to all departments and personnel.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

Nursing diploma (associates or bachelors degree in nursing)

Licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good
standing throughout employment.

CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during
employment.

Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role. If a
facilitys resident population changes, the IP should re-evaluate their knowledge and skills and may need to obtain additional
training for the change in the facility’s scope of care.

Prior experience with geriatrics preferred

Certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse)

Specific Job Requirements

Serves as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies
including the CDC

Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities, in accordance with current CDC
recommendations

Works onsite at the physical facility. May not be an off-site consultant or perform the IP work at a separate location such as a
corporate office or affiliated short term acute care facility

Holds responsibility for the development and accountability of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program

Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices

Performs work within the scope of his/her license

Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

Knowledgeable of Infection Prevention and Control practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and
guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility

Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Infection
Prevention and Control Program

Perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas

Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Cares

Code of Conduct

and completes mandatory

Code of
Conduct

and other appropriate compliance training

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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