Infection Prventionist

Fall River Health Services (FRHS) | Hot Springs, SD Pay: $34.00$41.00 per hour, based on experience.

Position will pay more with over 5 years of experience.

Job Type: Non-Exempt Department: Med/Surg Reports To: Quality & Safety Manager Make a Difference in Patient Safety! Fall River Health Services (FRHS) is seeking a dedicated Infection Preventionist (IP) to lead our Infection Prevention and Control Program and help protect our patients, caregivers, and community.

If you are passionate about infection prevention, regulatory compliance, staff education, and improving the quality of healthcare, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact across our organization.

At FRHS, we believe in collaboration, accountability, and providing safe, compassionate care.

Join our team and help us continue to make a difference in the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities Lead, implement, and maintain the Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP).

Conduct infection surveillance, monitor trends, identify potential risks, and coordinate investigations and follow-up.

Collaborate with the Pharmacy Director to support the Antibiotic Stewardship Program.

Develop, review, and maintain infection prevention policies and procedures in accordance with applicable CDC, APIC, OSHA, state, and federal guidelines and requirements.

Provide caregiver education on infection prevention practices, hand hygiene, isolation precautions, and patient safety.

Monitor compliance with infection prevention standards and recommend improvements as needed.

Lead infection prevention quality improvement initiatives and support regulatory and accreditation readiness.

Serve as a resource for infection prevention questions and coordinate with public health, regulatory, and accrediting agencies as appropriate.

Qualifications Education and experience in nursing, healthcare, infection prevention, or a related field, as appropriate for the position.

Knowledge of infection prevention principles, surveillance, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to educate staff, collaborate across departments, and maintain accurate documentation.

Infection prevention certification, such as CIC, preferred.

Why Join FRHS? Competitive pay of $31.00$40.00 per hour, based on experience.

Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

A collaborative team environment focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patient outcomes and community health.

Apply Today! Join Fall River Health Services and help us create a safer healthcare environment for everyone we serve.

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FRHS is an equal opportunity employer.