Infection Preventionist

Sanford Health

. Work collaboratively with Infection Prevention and Control staff under leadership to accomplish Infection Prevention program goals and objectives .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • South Dakota • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $31 - $50 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Infection Prevention and Control, with a strong foundation in microbiology and epidemiology. Capable of conducting data analysis, evaluating compliance standards, and improving patient outcomes through effective collaboration and education.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Infection Prevention And ControlClinical ExperienceMicrobiology KnowledgeEpidemiology KnowledgeCertification In Infection Prevention And Control (CIC)

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionData AnalysisInfection SurveillanceStatistical ReportingAsepsis PracticesDisinfection TechniquesSterilization MethodsIsolation ProceduresDisease Transmission KnowledgeCompliance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingCollaborationWillingness To Learn

Tools & Technologies

Computer ProgramsData Analysis Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Certification In Infection Prevention And Control (CIC)Registered Nurse License

Industry Keywords

Healthcare SafetyAccreditationInfection Control TrendsEvidence-Based PracticesPatient Outcomes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work collaboratively with Infection Prevention and Control staff under leadership to accomplish Infection Prevention program goals and objectives
Evaluate infection control trends and practices
Provide educational programs for employees
Conduct surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and reportable illness
Evaluate and report statistical information
Consult on asepsis, disinfection, sterilization, isolation, disease transmission, and related issues
Monitor compliance standards, regulations, strategies, and evidence-based practices
Evaluate and improve patient/resident outcomes
Assist with research needs and assigned special projects
Use computer programs and applications for data collection and analysis
Collaborate with operational teams and continuously evaluate current processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
In lieu of education, an Associate’s degree and 5 years of applicable experience may be considered
Minimum of two years experience in a clinical, nursing, healthcare safety, infection prevention, accreditation, or healthcare management setting required
Basic understanding and working knowledge of microbiology and epidemiology
Understanding of or willingness to learn computer programs and applications for data collection and analysis
Good interpersonal skills
Willingness to seek out new information and knowledge
Ability to think critically and problem solve effectively
Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC®) or equivalent preferred
If degree is in nursing, graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program preferred
If a licensed registered nurse (RN), currently hold an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where practice occurs and/or possess multistate licensure if in an NLC state
Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedule
Work/life balance support
Personal and professional growth opportunities
Broad exposure to different facets of healthcare
Fun working environment