Registered Nurse (RN), Infection Preventionist

Short Description

Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist

This position schedule is for FT Days

Your experience matters  

Cottonwood Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist RN joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ^®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. 

More about Cottonwood Springs 

Cottonwood Springs is a 108-bed behavioral health facility offering adult mental health and substance use treatment services. The facility includes four 24-bed units (Meadows, Sunrise, Cedars, and Prairie) and one 12-bed unit (Sunflower), specializing in depression, anxiety, psychosis, thought disorders, and substance detoxification. Cottonwood Springs fosters a trauma-informed, team-centered culture where RNs and BHTs work collaboratively and are equally valued. Employees are recognized through the Weekly All-Star Program, and many stay because of the strong sense of teamwork and support. The facility also promotes career growth, with several BHTs advancing into leadership and clinical roles across the organization.

How you’ll contribute  

A Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist RN who excels in this role: 

• Provides concurrent surveillance of infection control activities
• Develops and implements appropriate infection control measures throughout the hospital.
• Provides assistance to/collaboration with the Employee Health Nurse as needed.
• Maintains a log of incidents related to infections and communicable diseases.
• Monitors infections in the hospital and evaluates as to hospital acquired infection.
• Other duties as assigned. 

What we’re Looking for 

Applicants should have a current Kansas or Compact State RN license and possess a Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Education: Masters in public health (MPH), certified medical technologist, or a BS in microbiology or epidemiology
• Requires current RN license with BSN preferred -or-Master's in Public Health (MPH), certified medical technologist, or a BS in microbiology or epidemiology
• Licenses: Acquires Infection Control Certification within 3 years of employment
• Minimum of five years clinical experience in a hospital setting or disease surveillance experience in a public health setting
• Computer skills and basic statistical is preferred

Schedule:  FT Days 7a - 7p and rotating weekends/on-call/holidays

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:   

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. 
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. 
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. 
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). 
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. 

Connect with a Recruiter 
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Lisa Lambert by emailing Lisa.Lambert@lifepointhealth.net.

EEOC Statement 

“Cottonwood Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cottonwood Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”