Mid Level Infection Control Practitioner Jobs
Mid level infection control practitioner jobs call for professionals ready to own surveillance programs, mentor newer staff, and make prevention decisions with limited oversight. Roles run across Healthcare & Medical Services and Government & Public Sector, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like NeighborHealth, Sioux Center Health, and State of New Mexico hiring at this level now.
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Sioux Center Health
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Discover a Career of Faith and Healing: For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities.
A Career that You Will Love: There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health.
A Chance to Make a Difference: Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture.
Position Highlights:
At Sioux Center Health, our people are the heart of everything we do. Guided by a strong mission and a commitment to exceptional care, we've built a stable, thriving organization where employees make a meaningful difference. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in the recognition we have earned. Sioux Center Health has been named a Top Workplace in Iowa, received Best of the Northwest honors in 13 categories—including Best Place to Work—and earned a Five-Star Patient Survey Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). We have also been recognized as a Chartis Top 100 Critical Access Hospital and Top Hospital in Iowa. Our Care Center has received the LeadingAge Excellence in Workplace Award, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive environment for both residents and employees. Beyond our organization, you'll find an outstanding community to call home. Sioux County was ranked #4 in the nation among the Healthiest Communities by U.S. News & World Report and CVS Health, reflecting the high quality of life and strong community values that make this region a great place to live, work, and grow.
Summary
The Infection Control and Education Coordinator is responsible for directing, planning, and administering all business and activities in the Education and Infection Control departments consistent with state standards. This position supervises and directs development of staff and activities related to continuing education, skill training, professional development, and access to knowledge-based information for health care workers. This position also coordinates with all departments to provide maximum level of service to employees, professional staff, and health care providers.
General Hours of Work
M-F, Days; with evening and weekend involvement
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college; graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Actively employed in nursing for 3 years and experience in ACLS, BLS, NRP, TNCC, 1st Aid, and computers required. Instructor in BLS, ACLS, NRP, and 1st Aid preferred.
Certificate, Licenses, Registrations
Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Iowa. Must obtain CPR certification within 3 months of hire date. Must obtain Infection Control certification within five years of hire.
Essential Functions
- Develops and monitors operating and capital budgets for the department.
- Collaborates with Leadership team using indicators such as policy development, new technology, patient care, latest research in education and infection control.
- Collaborates with Infection Control Director of Nursing at Crown Pointe Estates.
- Research, write, present, and implement infection control policies, procedures and plans which are consistent with current scientific knowledge and may be reasonably practiced by health care workers.
- Surveillance & Reporting: Plan, develop, and implement the hospital-wide Infection Control Program. Perform routine surveillance to identify, investigate, and record healthcare-associated infections. Work with Chief Nursing Officer to report mandated infectious disease data to state public health departments and the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
- Outbreak Management: Lead investigations of suspected or confirmed disease outbreaks. Implement immediate containment and mitigation strategies.
- Environment of Care: Conduct regular infection control rounds across all departments (acute care, emergency room, outpatient clinics, and long-term care if applicable). Evaluate compliance with hand hygiene, isolation precautions, sterilization, and environmental cleaning protocols.
- Consultation & Collaboration: Serve as a subject matter expert and liaison to the Medical Staff, Nursing, Environmental Services, and the local public health department. Leads the hospital’s Infection Control Committee.
- Work collaboratively with Employee Health, Safety Education, and Individual Departments to educate staff, monitor compliance, and recommend improvement.
- Functions as part of the quality team. May assist with tracking and implementation of Quality Improvement projects and CQI education efforts within the organization.
- Works with leadership team to develop, coordinate, and facilitate hospital-wide educational programs. This includes general orientation for new hires, annual mandatory competencies, and specialized clinical skills training (e.g., ACLS, PALS, BLS, or trauma care if applicable).
- Oversees CNA registries and other staff certifications and licenses. Assistance provided from administrative assistant.
- Oversees Healthstream and serves as contact for our organization. Assistance provided from administrative assistant.
- Works as a resource with department leaders to coordinate student clinical placements and job observation as needed.
- Responsible for the annual CAH report.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
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Location:
Sioux Center Health
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Discover a Career of Faith and Healing: For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities.
A Career that You Will Love: There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health.
A Chance to Make a Difference: Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture.
Position Highlights:
At Sioux Center Health, our people are the heart of everything we do. Guided by a strong mission and a commitment to exceptional care, we've built a stable, thriving organization where employees make a meaningful difference. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in the recognition we have earned. Sioux Center Health has been named a Top Workplace in Iowa, received Best of the Northwest honors in 13 categories—including Best Place to Work—and earned a Five-Star Patient Survey Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). We have also been recognized as a Chartis Top 100 Critical Access Hospital and Top Hospital in Iowa. Our Care Center has received the LeadingAge Excellence in Workplace Award, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive environment for both residents and employees. Beyond our organization, you'll find an outstanding community to call home. Sioux County was ranked #4 in the nation among the Healthiest Communities by U.S. News & World Report and CVS Health, reflecting the high quality of life and strong community values that make this region a great place to live, work, and grow.
Summary
The Infection Control and Education Coordinator is responsible for directing, planning, and administering all business and activities in the Education and Infection Control departments consistent with state standards. This position supervises and directs development of staff and activities related to continuing education, skill training, professional development, and access to knowledge-based information for health care workers. This position also coordinates with all departments to provide maximum level of service to employees, professional staff, and health care providers.
General Hours of Work
M-F, Days; with evening and weekend involvement
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college; graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Actively employed in nursing for 3 years and experience in ACLS, BLS, NRP, TNCC, 1st Aid, and computers required. Instructor in BLS, ACLS, NRP, and 1st Aid preferred.
Certificate, Licenses, Registrations
Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Iowa. Must obtain CPR certification within 3 months of hire date. Must obtain Infection Control certification within five years of hire.
Essential Functions
- Develops and monitors operating and capital budgets for the department.
- Collaborates with Leadership team using indicators such as policy development, new technology, patient care, latest research in education and infection control.
- Collaborates with Infection Control Director of Nursing at Crown Pointe Estates.
- Research, write, present, and implement infection control policies, procedures and plans which are consistent with current scientific knowledge and may be reasonably practiced by health care workers.
- Surveillance & Reporting: Plan, develop, and implement the hospital-wide Infection Control Program. Perform routine surveillance to identify, investigate, and record healthcare-associated infections. Work with Chief Nursing Officer to report mandated infectious disease data to state public health departments and the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
- Outbreak Management: Lead investigations of suspected or confirmed disease outbreaks. Implement immediate containment and mitigation strategies.
- Environment of Care: Conduct regular infection control rounds across all departments (acute care, emergency room, outpatient clinics, and long-term care if applicable). Evaluate compliance with hand hygiene, isolation precautions, sterilization, and environmental cleaning protocols.
- Consultation & Collaboration: Serve as a subject matter expert and liaison to the Medical Staff, Nursing, Environmental Services, and the local public health department. Leads the hospital’s Infection Control Committee.
- Work collaboratively with Employee Health, Safety Education, and Individual Departments to educate staff, monitor compliance, and recommend improvement.
- Functions as part of the quality team. May assist with tracking and implementation of Quality Improvement projects and CQI education efforts within the organization.
- Works with leadership team to develop, coordinate, and facilitate hospital-wide educational programs. This includes general orientation for new hires, annual mandatory competencies, and specialized clinical skills training (e.g., ACLS, PALS, BLS, or trauma care if applicable).
- Oversees CNA registries and other staff certifications and licenses. Assistance provided from administrative assistant.
- Oversees Healthstream and serves as contact for our organization. Assistance provided from administrative assistant.
- Works as a resource with department leaders to coordinate student clinical placements and job observation as needed.
- Responsible for the annual CAH report.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Online Privacy Policy:
At Avera, we are committed to protecting your online privacy. For more information, please visit https://www.avera.org/legal-notices/online-privacy-policy/
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Mid Level Infection Control Practitioner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level infection control practitioner job?
Position yourself by leading with concrete outcomes: infection rate reductions you drove, outbreak investigations you managed, or policy updates you implemented. Highlight CIC certification if you hold it, proficiency with surveillance software, and any cross-departmental collaboration you owned. Tailor your resume to show independent decision-making, not just task execution, so hiring managers see you operating above entry level from the first line.
Which companies hire mid level infection control practitioners?
Companies hiring mid level infection control practitioners right now include NeighborHealth, Sioux Center Health, and State of New Mexico, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hospitals, long-term care systems, public health agencies, and ambulatory care networks are the most active employers at this experience level.
Are there remote mid level infection control practitioner jobs?
Yes, though most roles still require at least some on-site presence given patient-facing responsibilities. About 0% of mid level infection control practitioner openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions typically focused on policy development, data analysis, or consulting work for health systems managing multiple facilities.
How do I move up to a mid level infection control practitioner role?
Moving into mid level means building a record of independent project ownership over your first few years. Take the lead on audits rather than assisting, pursue CIC certification to formalize your expertise, and document measurable outcomes from your work. Volunteering to train new staff and presenting surveillance findings to clinical teams signals the leadership readiness that mid level roles require.
Which industries hire the most mid level infection control practitioners?
Mid Level infection control practitioner roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because regulatory compliance requirements, accreditation standards, and patient safety mandates all depend on experienced practitioners who can operate with meaningful autonomy.