[Urgent] Infection Preventionist , RN
Company: Columbia Crest Center
Location: Moses Lake
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview: Columbia Crest Center is looking for a Infection
Preventionist Nurse RN . Apply now for more details. 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 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 $45.00 - USD $50.00 /Hr.
Keywords: Columbia Crest Center, Kennewick , [Urgent] Infection Preventionist , RN, Healthcare , Moses Lake, Washington
