Infection Preventionist

Infection Preventionist Nurse (LVN)
Arden Park Post Acute – Sacramento, CA
Pay: $40–$45/hour

Arden Park Post Acute is seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated LVN Infection Preventionist Nurse to join our team. This role is ideal for a nurse passionate about infection control, resident safety, and quality care in a skilled nursing environment.

If you are organized, proactive, and confident, and enjoy educating staff while ensuring regulatory compliance, we’d love to connect with you.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the facility’s Infection Prevention & Control Program
• Monitor, track, and report infections in compliance with CDC, OSHA, and public health guidelines
• Conduct infection control audits, surveillance, and facility rounds
• Provide staff education and in-service training on infection prevention practices
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing (DON) and interdisciplinary team to improve clinical outcomes
• Maintain accurate documentation, logs, and reporting systems
• Identify risks and implement corrective action plans

Qualifications:

• Active California LVN license
• Experience in infection prevention, or strong clinical background in skilled nursing or post-acute care
• Working knowledge of infection control standards and regulations
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and staff education skills

Why Join Arden Park Post Acute?

• Competitive pay: $40–$45/hour
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on resident safety and quality outcomes
• Stable, team-oriented work environment
• Growth and leadership development opportunities

If you're passionate about infection control and protecting vulnerable populations, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and become part of the Arden Park Post Acute team!

Arden Park Post Acute policy is to fill every position without regard to race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver's license issued to persons unable to prove their presence in the United States is authorized under federal law), ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sex stereotype, gender identity/gender expression/transgender (including whether or not you are transitioning or have transitioned) and sexual orientation, reproductive health decision-making, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information/characteristics, marital status/registered domestic partner status, age (40 and over), military or veteran status, use of cannabis/marijuana off the job and away from the workplace; and or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation.