Safety & Infection Prevention RN - $2,500.00 Sign on Bonus! in Greenville, North Carolina at Physicians East

Clinical Safety & Infection Prevention Nurse - Eligible for $2,500 Sign-on Bonus! Position Title: Clinical Safety & Infection Prevention Nurse
Department: Clinical Operations
Reports To: Chief Operations Officer and Director of Clinical Operations
FLSA Status: Exempt

Position SummaryThe Clinical Safety & Infection Prevention Nurse supports a safe environment for patients, providers, staff, and visitors across the organization. This position is responsible for leading infection prevention efforts, supporting OSHA compliance, monitoring workplace and clinical safety practices, coordinating staff safety education, and helping ensure compliance with required clinical licenses and certifications.

Working collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, managers, and operational leaders, this individual serves as a resource for infection prevention, employee safety, regulatory compliance, and risk reduction initiatives across multiple practice locations.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesInfection Prevention

Coordinate and maintain the organization's infection prevention program across all clinical locations.Monitor compliance with infection prevention standards and evidence-based practices.Conduct routine infection prevention audits and observations.Investigate infection control concerns and assist with corrective action plans when needed.Monitor trends and identify opportunities to reduce infection risk.Respond to communicable disease concerns and assist with outbreak management when appropriate.Serve as a resource for providers and staff regarding infection prevention best practices and CDC recommendations.Assist with implementation of new infection prevention guidelines and recommendations.