Infection Prevention Registered Nurse, RN

Advocate Aurora Health

. Abstract data from patient charts for surveillance and focus studies .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeMilledgeville • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $38 - $57 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in infection control and prevention, data analysis, and epidemiological reporting, with a strong foundation in nursing and healthcare practices. Proficient in developing policies and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety and care quality.

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Bachelor's Degree In NursingRegistered Nurse LicenseCertification In Infection Control And PreventionClinical Experience As RNData Analysis And Interpretation

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionEpidemiological ReportingInfection Prevention PoliciesMicrobiology KnowledgeBiostatistics KnowledgeEpidemiological Studies ProductionProblem Identification And ResearchData AnalysisComputer SkillsSurveillance Data Compilation

Soft Skills

Excellent Oral CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationCollaborationAdvocacy

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health RecordsData Collection ToolsPC

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Nurse LicenseCertification In Infection Control And Prevention (CIC)

Industry Keywords

Healthcare-Associated Infection StatisticsInfection Control PracticesEpidemiologyPatient SafetyOccupational ExposuresCommunity Outbreak ControlBioterrorism Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Abstract data from patient charts for surveillance and focus studies
Generate healthcare-associated infection statistics
Develop and pilot data collection tools
Use several electronic systems to collect data
Report routine and significant epidemiological findings to department leadership and the Medical Director
Maintain accurate infection records
Compile, analyze, and disseminate surveillance data
Collaborate with leadership and recommend improvements based on data analysis, literature reviews, professional standards, observed practices, and multidisciplinary conferences
Advocate for patients, visitors, and healthcare workers throughout the continuum of care
Create, implement, and revise infection prevention policies
Investigate and follow up on healthcare workers and non-employees exposed to communicable diseases and occupational exposures
Investigate and recommend corrective action for healthcare facility construction and moisture management activities
Identify unsafe infection control practices and hazards
Design, implement, and monitor solutions to system-wide, departmental, or unit problems
Serve as a resource for infection prevention issues and participate on committees or subcommittees
Collaborate with public health epidemiology, Safety, Emergency, and Infectious Disease Medicine on policy development, investigations, bioterrorism readiness, and community outbreak control measures
Work in office and boardroom settings, walk throughout facilities for surveillance, review medical records, update policies, plan educational programs, and use a PC

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must speak and understand English fluently
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or healthcare related field required
Current applicable state license as a Registered Nurse required
Certification in Infection Control and Prevention (CIC) preferred, and required within 3 years of employment
At least 2 years clinical experience as RN, preferably acute care required
Ability to identify and research problems
Ability to analyze and interpret data and problem solve
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Intermediate to advanced computer skills
Knowledge of Microbiology, biostatistics, and basic principles of hospital epidemiology preferred
Ability to produce epidemiological studies preferred
Ability to interpret fundamental bio-statistical information and computer generated materials preferred
Ability to work Monday–Friday day shift with occasional off-shift requirements
Participation in an on-call rotation for the Navicent area
Possible travel/driving to facilities as required
Intact sense of sight and hearing required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full benefits eligibility
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Career development and well-being programs