Infection Control Nurse

Casper Mountain Rehabilitation and Care Center Casper, WY, US

Why Join Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center?

At Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center, joining our team means more than accepting a position—it means becoming part of an organization that values your contributions, supports your professional growth, and recognizes the meaningful impact you make every day.

✔ Supportive, team-oriented environment
✔ Opportunities for advancement and career development
✔ Leadership that values and listens to staff
✔ Meaningful work where you truly make a difference

Position Overview (Infection Prevention Nurse)

Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center is seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as our Infection Prevention Nurse. This clinical leadership role is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program while ensuring compliance with CMS, CDC, OSHA, Wyoming Department of Health, and all applicable federal and state regulations.

The Infection Prevention Nurse works collaboratively with the Director of Nursing, Medical Director, interdisciplinary team, and facility leadership to reduce healthcare-associated infections, promote resident safety, educate staff, and maintain survey readiness. This position plays a vital role in protecting the health and well-being of residents, visitors, and employees through proactive infection surveillance, prevention strategies, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program in accordance with CMS F880 and applicable federal and state regulations
Conduct ongoing surveillance, tracking, trending, and analysis of healthcare-associated infections and communicable diseases
Investigate infection outbreaks and implement appropriate interventions to reduce transmission risks
Monitor compliance with CDC, OSHA, CMS, and facility infection prevention standards
Lead infection control rounds throughout the facility to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure regulatory compliance
Educate and train employees on infection prevention practices, bloodborne pathogens, personal protective equipment (PPE), standard and transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, and exposure prevention
Collaborate with nursing leadership, physicians, pharmacy, laboratory, environmental services, dietary, and therapy departments to implement infection prevention initiatives
Ensure proper isolation precautions, infectious waste disposal procedures, and environmental cleaning protocols are consistently followed
Maintain accurate infection surveillance data, reports, logs, and regulatory documentation
Report communicable and reportable diseases to local and state health departments as required
Coordinate resident and employee immunization programs, including influenza, COVID-19, and other recommended vaccinations
Develop and oversee employee tuberculosis (TB) screening, exposure follow-up, and employee health monitoring programs
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives related to infection prevention and resident safety
Assist with survey preparation, regulatory audits, corrective action plans, and infection prevention compliance reviews
Maintain confidentiality of resident and employee health information in accordance with HIPAA regulations
Serve as the facility's infection prevention resource and clinical consultant for all departments

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the State of Wyoming
Current CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, hospital, or healthcare setting preferred
Infection Prevention certification (CIC) preferred or willingness to obtain certification within an established timeframe
Comprehensive knowledge of CMS regulations, CDC infection prevention guidelines, OSHA standards, and long-term care regulatory requirements
Experience with infection surveillance, outbreak investigations, employee health, and quality improvement initiatives preferred
Strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills with the ability to educate staff at all levels
Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR), Microsoft Office, and infection surveillance reporting systems
Commitment to promoting resident safety, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellence

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Care Cash Program
Referral Bonus Program
Continuing education and professional development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative work environment

Grow With Us

At Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center, we are committed to developing clinical leaders who make a lasting impact on resident care. Whether you are expanding your expertise in infection prevention or advancing your nursing leadership career, we provide opportunities for continued education, mentorship, and professional growth.

About Us

Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center proudly serves the Casper, Wyoming community by providing exceptional skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-acute services. Our mission is centered on compassion, dignity, and clinical excellence while improving the quality of life for every resident we serve.

We foster a workplace culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to succeed—professionally and personally.

Apply Today

Join a team where your clinical expertise, leadership, and commitment to resident safety make a meaningful difference every day. Apply today to become part of Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition residents (up to 50+ lbs. with assistance as needed)
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks throughout the facility for extended periods
Ability to conduct infection control rounds and observe clinical practices across multiple departments
Ability to respond promptly to infection control concerns, outbreaks, and emergency situations

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