Registered Nurse (RN) Educator and Infection Preventionist (IP) Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN) Educator / Infection Preventionist (IP)

Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Career!

Are you a passionate nursing professional who enjoys educating, mentoring, and making a difference in the quality of resident care? Eastview Health and Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) Educator / Infection Preventionist (IP) to join our leadership team!

This dual-role position is an excellent opportunity for an RN who enjoys developing nursing talent, strengthening clinical practices, and promoting a culture of safety and accountability. You will play an essential role in staff education, clinical competency, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance while helping ensure the highest standards of care for our residents.

If you are a strong clinical leader who takes pride in developing others, improving outcomes, and supporting a positive workplace culture, we would love to meet you!

Please note: This position participates in an on-call rotation. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process.

Key Responsibilities

Nurse Educator & Staff Development

• Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive orientation, onboarding, and training programs for nursing staff.

• Coordinate and conduct ongoing in-service education, clinical training, and continuing education programs.

• Assess staff learning needs and ensure clinical competencies are maintained through education, observation, and evaluation.

• Collaborate with facility leadership to identify opportunities for improved clinical performance and staff development.

• Ensure nursing staff are knowledgeable of current clinical practices, facility policies, and regulatory requirements.

• Provide mentorship, coaching, and clinical guidance to support professional growth and confidence.

• Promote employee engagement, accountability, and retention through effective education and leadership.

• Support a positive learning environment that encourages teamwork, communication, and clinical excellence.

Infection Preventionist (IP)

• Develop, implement, and oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program in accordance with CDC, OSHA, and applicable state and federal regulations.

• Conduct infection surveillance, monitor trends, and analyze infection data to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Perform routine infection prevention audits and ensure compliance with established protocols.

• Educate employees on standard precautions, transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, PPE, and infection control procedures.

• Lead infection investigations and coordinate appropriate responses to potential outbreaks.

• Maintain accurate infection prevention documentation, reports, and required records.

• Collaborate with nursing leadership, medical providers, housekeeping, dietary, and other departments to promote a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.

• Monitor compliance and implement corrective action plans when necessary.

Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin.

• Infection Preventionist certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification.

• Previous nursing leadership, staff education, or infection prevention experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of clinical nursing practices, infection control standards, and long-term care regulations.

• Skilled nursing or rehabilitation experience strongly preferred.

• Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

• Passion for staff development, mentoring, resident safety, and quality improvement.

What We Offer

We believe in recognizing and rewarding the people who make a difference every day!

• Competitive pay based on experience.

• Early wage access through Tapcheck.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life and Disability Insurance.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.

• Year-round employee appreciation events.

• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

• Employee Referral Program.

And more!

Make a Difference at Eastview Health and Rehabilitation!

Join a team where your clinical knowledge, leadership, and dedication to staff development make a meaningful impact. Help us build stronger nursing teams, promote resident safety, and deliver exceptional care.

Apply today and take the next step in your nursing leadership career with Eastview Health and Rehabilitation!

Eastview Health and Rehabilitation is committed to providing the best for our employees. Benefits may vary based on employment status. Compensation is based on qualifications and years of experience. Please contact the facility for additional details.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

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