Infection Preventionist, RN
Company: Putnam Care Center
Location: Hurricane
Posted on: January 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview: At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving
the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and
exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care
industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and
supportive work environment where every team member is valued and
empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced
professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities
for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join
us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and
residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we
serve. Responsibilities: The Infection Preventionist (IP) is
responsible for the nursing center's Infection Prevention and
Control Program (IPCP) and functions as a practitioner, resource,
consultant, educator and facilitator for staff in multiple
locations focusing on the following areas: Infection Prevention -
Control Activities, Outcome - Process Surveillance, Outbreak
Management, and Employee Health. *Support new hire orientation by
providing infection prevention and control training for newly hired
employees. *Create and implement education programs in response to
identified infection control needs identified through QAPI,
rounding, center quality measures, or other means. *Develop,
implement, monitor, and maintain the IPCP to ensure the quality of
patient care as it relates to the investigation, control, and
prevention of infections and communicable diseases within the
nursing center. Qualifications: *Must be a graduate of an
accredited School of Nursing with current registered nurse
licensure by the State Board of Nursing. 8 RN, Bachelor's Degree
preferred. *Must complete specialized training in infection
prevention and control within 90 days of hire. *A minimum of three
years full-time or equivalent nursing experience is required. *Must
be able to work flexible hours in order to meet with employees
working evening and night shifts. Benefits: *Variable compensation
plans *Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts *Employee
Assistance Program to support mental health *Employee Foundation to
financially assist through unforeseen hardships *Health, Dental,
Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off *Free 24/7
virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem
medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members
*On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion
of the money you’ve already earned We also offer several voluntary
insurances such as: *Pet Insurance *Term and Whole Life Insurance
*Short-term Disability *Hospital Indemnity *Personal Accident
*Critical Illness *Cancer Coverage Restrictions apply based on
collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors
such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of
service. Posted Salary Range: USD $85,000.00 - USD $86,000.00
/Yr.
Keywords: Putnam Care Center, Huntington , Infection Preventionist, RN, Healthcare , Hurricane, West Virginia
