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Infection Preventionist jobs are open across hospitals, long-term care facilities, ambulatory care centers, and public health agencies, from staff-level to director, with specializations in surveillance, outbreak investigation, and healthcare-associated infection control. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Infection Preventionist (RN)
Santana Hills Healthcare Center | San Jose, CA
About Santana Hills Healthcare Center
Santana Hills Healthcare Center is a 167-bed skilled nursing and sub-acute rehabilitation facility located in San Jose, CA. We are committed to providing quality, patient-centered care while maintaining a safe and supportive environment for our residents, employees, and visitors.
We are currently seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Registered Nurse (RN) – Infection Preventionist to oversee and support our facility's infection prevention and control program.
Position Overview
The Infection Preventionist is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining infection prevention and control practices throughout the facility. This role focuses on preventing the spread of infections, ensuring regulatory compliance, educating staff, and promoting a safe environment for residents, employees, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and maintain the facility's infection prevention and control program.
Conduct infection surveillance, track trends, and maintain accurate infection-related documentation.
Monitor compliance with infection control policies, including hand hygiene, PPE use, sanitation, and isolation precautions.
Coordinate outbreak investigations and implement appropriate infection control measures.
Conduct regular infection prevention audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement.
Monitor and follow up on employee exposures and provide appropriate guidance.
Develop and provide infection prevention education and training for facility staff.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local infection prevention regulations and guidelines.
Collaborate with facility leadership and healthcare professionals to support quality improvement initiatives and regulatory readiness.
Maintain infection control policies, procedures, reports, and required records.
Qualifications
Active and unrestricted California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Professional training or educational background in Nursing, Public Health, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Medical Technology, or another healthcare-related field.
Qualified through education, training, experience, or certification to perform infection prevention responsibilities.
Specialized infection prevention and control training required.
Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or post-acute care setting preferred.
Knowledge of infection surveillance, isolation precautions, outbreak management, and infection control practices.
Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
Ability to provide staff education and work effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to resident safety and quality care.
Why Join Santana Hills Healthcare Center?
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to contribute to resident safety and quality improvement initiatives
Opportunity for professional growth and development
Join Our Team!
If you are a dedicated RN passionate about infection prevention, patient safety, and maintaining high standards of care, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team at Santana Hills Healthcare Center!
Location: 1250 S. Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Santana Hills Healthcare Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in infection preventionist jobs.
- Registered nurse or allied health degree with active licensure preferred
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required or expected within two years
- Experience with surveillance software such as NHSN data reporting
- Knowledge of CDC, Joint Commission, and CMS infection prevention guidelines
- Ability to conduct root cause analysis and lead staff education programs
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems for case identification and tracking
Tips for Your Infection Preventionist Job Search
Align your resume with APIC competencies
Hiring managers for infection preventionist roles look for fluency in APIC's core competency model. Map your resume bullets directly to surveillance, infection prevention program management, and education, using the same language so it clears applicant tracking systems.
Highlight your CIC credential prominently
The Certification in Infection Control signals readiness faster than any other line on your resume. Put it in your header, not buried in a credentials section, and note the year it was earned or whether you're a current candidate.
Target postings by facility accreditation status
Joint Commission-accredited hospitals and CMS-certified facilities have stricter infection prevention program requirements, which means more defined roles and clearer scope. Filter your search toward accredited facilities if you want a position with structured expectations and leadership visibility.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists infection preventionist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare outbreak scenario answers for interviews
Interviewers at acute care hospitals routinely ask you to walk through how you'd manage a Clostridioides difficile cluster or an MRSA outbreak. Practice a structured response that covers data collection, root cause analysis, communication to clinical staff, and outcome tracking.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate compensation
Many infection preventionist offers list a facility count or bed count in the job description. Before you counter on pay, clarify how many sites you'd cover and whether the role includes after-hours on-call, because those factors shape the actual workload substantially.
Infection Preventionist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most infection preventionists?
The companies hiring the most infection preventionists right now include Genesis HealthCare, Saber Healthcare, and PruittHealth, with the largest share of openings in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems with multiple campuses and long-term care networks tend to post the highest volume of roles.
How many infection preventionist jobs are remote?
About 0% of infection preventionist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most facility-based roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include infection prevention consulting, public health surveillance coordination, and corporate quality and compliance positions within large health systems.
How do you become an infection preventionist?
Start with a clinical background, typically as a registered nurse, medical technologist, or public health professional. Gain direct patient care or clinical laboratory experience, then move into an infection prevention role at a healthcare facility. Build expertise in surveillance methodology, regulatory standards, and outbreak response, then pursue the Certification in Infection Control through CBIC to validate your competency and qualify for senior positions.
Can you get hired as an infection preventionist with little experience?
Yes, some facilities hire candidates transitioning from bedside nursing or laboratory roles into entry-level infection prevention positions. Emphasize any exposure to isolation protocols, HAI reporting, or quality improvement projects from your clinical work. Volunteering to assist your facility's infection prevention department and completing APIC's online training courses before you apply strengthens a thin direct-experience resume substantially.
What does the infection preventionist interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with the IP director, nursing leadership, and sometimes the chief medical officer. You'll likely be asked to walk through a surveillance case study or describe how you'd respond to an outbreak scenario. Some facilities include a presentation component where you propose or critique an infection prevention policy relevant to their setting.
Where can I find and apply to infection preventionist jobs?
You can find and apply to infection preventionist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your specialty, facility type, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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