Infection Preventionist / Staff Educator

Infection Preventionist / Staff Educator (SNF) Position Summary Cortlandt Manor is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Infection Preventionist / Staff Educator to support clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and high-quality resident care within our Skilled Nursing Facility. This dual-role position is responsible for leading the facility's infection prevention and control program while developing, coordinating, and delivering staff education and competency training. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about improving outcomes through education, surveillance, and best practices. Infection Preventionist / Staff Educator Key Responsibilities Infection Prevention & Control Lead and maintain the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program in accordance with CDC/CMS guidelines Conduct infection surveillance, tracking, trending, and reporting (including outbreaks and communicable diseases) Monitor and support compliance with hand hygiene, PPE usage, isolation precautions, and environmental cleaning Collaborate with leadership and interdisciplinary teams on infection control policies, risk reduction, and audits Support outbreak response planning, mitigation strategies, and documentation Provide guidance on antibiotic stewardship and infection control best practices Maintain readiness for surveys and ensure infection control documentation is complete and accurate Staff Education & Competency Develop and deliver onboarding, annual in-services, and ongoing training for clinical staff Conduct competencies, skills validations, and education based on facility needs and performance trends Provide education related to infection prevention, clinical policies, documentation, and resident care standards Partner with DON/ADON and department leaders to address training gaps and improve clinical performance Support implementation of new clinical programs, procedures, and quality initiatives Infection Preventionist / Staff Educator QualificationsRequired: Active RN license (in good standing) Minimum 2+ years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or long-term care setting Working knowledge of infection control standards, surveillance practices, and regulatory requirements Strong communication, teaching, and organizational skills Ability to lead initiatives, conduct audits, and educate across multiple disciplines Preferred: Infection Preventionist experience in SNF/LTC Certification such as CIC (Certification in Infection Control) or willing to obtain Experience with CMS survey readiness, QAPI, and performance improvement initiatives Familiarity with antibiotic stewardship programs and reporting/tracking tools What We Offer Comprehensive benefits package (medical/dental/vision) Paid time off (PTO) and holidays 401(k) options Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture Growth opportunities within a stable healthcare organization Salary: up to $60 an hour (Based on Experience) 15-20 hours a week An Equal Opportunity Employer

Created: 2026-03-04