RN Infection Control

Ridgeview Medical Center
United States, Minnesota, Waconia
Oct 17, 2025
Purpose of Job This position is responsible for activities aimed at protecting and reducing the risk of infections for the patient, health care employees, visitors and others in the health care environment. Monitors and analyzes infection control data, advocates, educates, and leads improvement projects to prevent, eliminate and/or reduce infections. Job Functions Collects, analyzes and manages critical infectious disease data. Provides consultation on infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies. Applies epidemiological principles, including activities directed at improving patient outcomes. Directs education efforts towards interventions to reduce infection risks. Assures that facilities and services are in compliance with infection control practices as well as local, state, and regulatory infection control practices. Evaluates products and procedures. Implements changes mandated by regulatory and licensing agencies. Ensures provision of high-quality services in a cost-efficient manner. Participates in Quality Improvement and Patient Safety activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Employment Requirements Minimum Education/Work Experience/License/Certifications Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor's degree Three years of experience in an acute care clinical setting Current professional nurse licensure in Minnesota or if licensed in another state, a permit from the Minnesota Board of Nursing while the license application is in process Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Advanced knowledge of infectious diseases and epidemiology Knowledge of performance improvement principles, tools and techniques Strong skills in data analysis, problem solving and conflict resolution Ability to act as a leader and change agent in a consultative role Ability to change work locations with or without notice Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above Preferred Qualifications Previous infection control experience Infection Control certification Experience with improvement methodologies Link to Employee Health Physical Demands Compensation Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials. Benefits Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families.Click here to view the benefits available.