Infection Prevention Nurse

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Western Slope Health Center Until 8/22/2026 First posted September 1, 2025 Last posted September 1, 2025
Job description

🦠 Now Hiring: Infection Prevention Nurse (LVN or RN)
📍 Western Slope Health Center – 3280 Washington St, Placerville, CA 95667

At Western Slope Health Center, we’re dedicated to providing safe, high-quality care to our residents, and we’re looking for a skilled Infection Prevention Nurse to help lead the way! Whether you’re an LVN or an RN, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact while working with a supportive and collaborative team.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Competitive pay: LVN starting at $40/HR | RN starting at $50/HR (DOE)

  • Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, vision & 401k options

  • A team-focused culture where your contributions are valued

  • Room for growth and continued professional development

🛠 What You’ll Do:

  • Lead and oversee our infection prevention and control program.

  • Monitor, track, and report infection trends while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

  • Educate and train staff on best practices for infection prevention and control.

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote a safe and healthy environment for residents and staff.

  • Serve as a resource and role model for infection control practices across the facility.

👩‍⚕️ Who We’re Looking For:

  • Licensed LVN or RN in the state of California.

  • Strong knowledge of infection control practices and healthcare regulations.

  • Excellent communication and teaching skills.

  • A proactive, detail-oriented professional passionate about resident safety and quality care.

💙 At Western Slope Health Center, we believe in teamwork, growth, and making a positive difference every day. If you’re ready to take on an essential role that truly matters—we’d love to meet you!

📩 Apply today and join our team in making a healthier tomorrow!

About this role

Summary

Lead infection prevention program, monitor trends, and educate staff.

Job title

Infection Prevention Nurse

Experience level

entry level

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Located in Placerville, CA; no remote work allowed.

Salary

$40/HR - $50/HR

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

LVNRNinfection controlcommunicationteaching

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

infection controlhealthcare regulationscommunicationtraining
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Placerville, CA 95667, USA

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