Infection Control Nurse Jobs
Infection Control Nurse jobs are open across hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, and public health agencies, from new-grad to senior and director levels, with specializations in surveillance, sterilization, and outbreak management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
As one of the Top 8 Most Innovative Healthcare Systems in Becker’s Hospital Review, we’re working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing our region services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out. Through professional growth, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we’ve built an innovative culture that allows nurses to grow their skillsets, develop their practice, and leverage their years of experience to build a rewarding, lasting career with impact.
Job Duties
You’ll support the goals and objectives of the organization in efforts to provide safe, quality patient care, patient satisfaction, Infection Prevention and Control and successful Joint Commission and DOH surveys.
- At least 2 years of Registered Nurse work experience in a hospital setting is required.
- Bachelor's degree is required.
- The ideal candidate will have previous experience in Infection Prevention, Joint Commission and DOH surveys.
- Previous working knowledge of epidemiology and infection disease principles preferred.
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
- Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
- Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
- Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
- Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
- Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
- Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance,
- Support for your well-being: Geisinger’s Center for Well-being offers resources, education and support to help you thrive both at work and in life.
Position Details
Supports the goals and objectives of organization in efforts to provide safe, quality patient care, patient satisfaction, Infection Prevention and Control and successful Joint Commission and DOH surveys. Assists with coordinating inpatient Infection Prevention and Control activities, in collaboration with the medical staff from all healthcare facilities within the system. Assists the processes and goals of the Infection Control Program under the supervision of the Infection Prevention and Control leadership and team members in collaboration with the System Medical Director for Infection Control.
Coordinates implementation and education about the Infection Control Plan as assigned. Assists the System Administrative Director for Infection Control with implementation of hospital-wide infection control activities based on the Infection Control Plan.
- Coordinates and participates in the development and implementation of Infection Control Programs and activities in the assigned areas/departments.
- Identifies, recommends, and implements changes to improve infection prevention and control practices and provides education to assure the effectiveness of the Infection Control Program.
- Coordinates rounds in all patient care areas. Recommends changes in patient care and recommends department specific education about infection control practices based on information collected or observed on rounds.
- Serves as resource person for Infection Control initiatives at respective campus.
- Identifies and records hospital acquired infections (HAis)per Act 52 requirements.
- Understands and communicates JC and other governing body requirements which relate to Infection Control and Geisinger's fulfillment of these requirements. Actively participates in all surveys
- Develops, reviews and revises infection control policies and procedures after consultation with leadership.
- Participates in surveillance activities to identify unusual epidemic situations, to evaluate the impact of new procedures or equipment and to evaluate how the infection prevention and control program impacts the delivery of patient care.
- Collaborates with representatives of community health agencies and other institutions to assure coordinated service for prevention and control of infection. Assists Public Health authorities in the investigation of reportable infections as required.
- Participates in continuing education programs to expand knowledge of professional discipline. Participates in health-related associations to maintain expertise and promote interests of the health system,
- Develops and maintains expertise related to the CDC National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) reporting criteria and requirements.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Responsibilities
Education
Bachelor's Degree- (Required)
Experience
Minimum of 2 years-Nursing (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s)
Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania
Skills
Clinical Skills; Computer Literacy; Communication
Job Summary
As one of the Top 8 Most Innovative Healthcare Systems in Becker’s Hospital Review, we’re working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing our region services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out. Through professional growth, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we’ve built an innovative culture that allows nurses to grow their skillsets, develop their practice, and leverage their years of experience to build a rewarding, lasting career with impact.
Job Duties
You’ll support the goals and objectives of the organization in efforts to provide safe, quality patient care, patient satisfaction, Infection Prevention and Control and successful Joint Commission and DOH surveys.
- At least 2 years of Registered Nurse work experience in a hospital setting is required.
- Bachelor's degree is required.
- The ideal candidate will have previous experience in Infection Prevention, Joint Commission and DOH surveys.
- Previous working knowledge of epidemiology and infection disease principles preferred.
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
- Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
- Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
- Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
- Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
- Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
- Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance,
- Support for your well-being: Geisinger’s Center for Well-being offers resources, education and support to help you thrive both at work and in life.
Position Details
Supports the goals and objectives of organization in efforts to provide safe, quality patient care, patient satisfaction, Infection Prevention and Control and successful Joint Commission and DOH surveys. Assists with coordinating inpatient Infection Prevention and Control activities, in collaboration with the medical staff from all healthcare facilities within the system. Assists the processes and goals of the Infection Control Program under the supervision of the Infection Prevention and Control leadership and team members in collaboration with the System Medical Director for Infection Control.
Coordinates implementation and education about the Infection Control Plan as assigned. Assists the System Administrative Director for Infection Control with implementation of hospital-wide infection control activities based on the Infection Control Plan.
- Coordinates and participates in the development and implementation of Infection Control Programs and activities in the assigned areas/departments.
- Identifies, recommends, and implements changes to improve infection prevention and control practices and provides education to assure the effectiveness of the Infection Control Program.
- Coordinates rounds in all patient care areas. Recommends changes in patient care and recommends department specific education about infection control practices based on information collected or observed on rounds.
- Serves as resource person for Infection Control initiatives at respective campus.
- Identifies and records hospital acquired infections (HAis)per Act 52 requirements.
- Understands and communicates JC and other governing body requirements which relate to Infection Control and Geisinger's fulfillment of these requirements. Actively participates in all surveys
- Develops, reviews and revises infection control policies and procedures after consultation with leadership.
- Participates in surveillance activities to identify unusual epidemic situations, to evaluate the impact of new procedures or equipment and to evaluate how the infection prevention and control program impacts the delivery of patient care.
- Collaborates with representatives of community health agencies and other institutions to assure coordinated service for prevention and control of infection. Assists Public Health authorities in the investigation of reportable infections as required.
- Participates in continuing education programs to expand knowledge of professional discipline. Participates in health-related associations to maintain expertise and promote interests of the health system,
- Develops and maintains expertise related to the CDC National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) reporting criteria and requirements.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Responsibilities
Education
Bachelor's Degree- (Required)
Experience
Minimum of 2 years-Nursing (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s)
Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania
Skills
Clinical Skills; Computer Literacy; Communication
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Who's Hiring
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Government & Public Sector
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in infection control nurse jobs.
- Active RN license in the state of employment
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred or required
- Minimum two years of clinical nursing experience in an acute-care or long-term care setting
- Proficiency in infection surveillance data collection and reporting
- Knowledge of CDC guidelines, Joint Commission standards, and OSHA regulations
- Experience conducting staff education and training on infection prevention protocols
Tips for Your Infection Control Nurse Job Search
Highlight your CIC certification prominently
Many infection control nurse postings list CIC certification as a preferred or required credential. Put it in your resume header alongside your RN license so hiring managers see it before they read a single bullet point.
Tailor your resume to the care setting
Acute-care hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and long-term care facilities each have distinct surveillance priorities. Adjust your resume bullets to match the setting in each posting, an ASC role cares more about sterilization compliance than a hospital's HAI reduction metrics.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists infection control nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by surveillance software you know
Employers often screen for familiarity with infection surveillance platforms. Including the specific system names you've used in your resume helps your application get past initial screening and signals hands-on readiness from day one.
Prepare outbreak scenario answers in advance
Interviewers for infection control roles frequently ask how you've managed or contained an actual outbreak. Write out two or three examples from your clinical history that include the pathogen, your specific intervention, and the measurable outcome before your first interview.
Negotiate scope and committee access, not just pay
Infection control nurses who sit on infection prevention committees have more influence and stronger resumes for future roles. When you receive an offer, ask directly whether the position includes committee membership or policy development responsibilities.
Infection Control Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most infection control nurses?
The most active employers for infection control nurses right now are Kindred Hospitals, Brooks Rehabilitation, and Trilogy Health Services, and the most openings are in Texas, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems, long-term care networks, and government health agencies tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many infection control nurse jobs are remote?
About 5% of infection control nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most infection prevention roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include data surveillance analysis, policy writing, compliance consulting, and staff education development.
How do you become an infection control nurse?
Start by earning your RN license through an accredited nursing program and completing at least two years of clinical experience in an acute-care or long-term care setting. From there, build your exposure to surveillance data, HAI reporting, and regulatory compliance. Earning the Certification in Infection Control through APIC demonstrates specialized competency and significantly strengthens your candidacy for dedicated infection prevention roles.
How do you get hired as an infection control nurse with little experience?
Focus on roles that list infection control as a secondary responsibility rather than the sole function, such as charge nurse or quality assurance positions that include surveillance duties. Volunteer for your facility's infection prevention committee, complete APIC's online training modules, and document any experience you have with HAI data, isolation protocols, or regulatory audits to build a credible foundation before transitioning to a dedicated role.
What does the infection control nurse interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen conducted by HR or a nurse recruiter, followed by a panel interview with the infection prevention director, nursing leadership, and sometimes quality or compliance staff. Expect scenario-based questions about outbreak response, regulatory citations, and staff education. Some facilities include a practical component where you review a mock surveillance report or case study and walk the panel through your analysis.
Where can I find and apply to infection control nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to infection control nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, care setting preference, and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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