Staff Development/Infection Preventionist (RN)

Staff Development Coordinator (SDC)/Infection Preventionist (IP)

Location: Highland House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center – Grants Pass, OR

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (Weekend call rotation required)

Pay:

• Registered Nurse (RN): Starting at $112,230+/year (DOE)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Starting at $84,000+/year (DOE)

About Us
At Highland House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, we are dedicated to providing exceptional skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in a compassionate, resident-centered environment. We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable healthcare professional to join our leadership team as a Staff Development Coordinator (SDC) / Infection Preventionist (IP). This dual-role position plays a critical part in ensuring our staff are highly trained and our residents are cared for in a safe, infection-free environment.

Responsibilities

Staff Development Coordinator (Sdc):

• Collaborate with the Administrator, Director of Nursing Services, and staff to assess training needs and implement programs that meet regulatory requirements
• Develop and update staff development policies, including certification, training completion, and compliance guidelines
• Ensure all nursing assistants complete state-required certification programs
• Oversee orientation, in-service education, continuing education, and CNA certification training programs
• Maintain accurate lesson plans, training records, and schedules for students and instructors
• Implement and evaluate new employee orientation programs, including skills assessments and competency checklists
• Verify CNA certifications with state registries and ensure ongoing training compliance
• Provide skill training for new staff and address competency gaps as needed

Infection Preventionist (Ip):

• Develop, implement, and oversee the facility’s infection prevention and control program
• Collect, analyze, and maintain data on infections and antibiotic use; monitor for trends and resistance
• Investigate infection outbreaks and incidents, reporting findings as required
• Collaborate with federal, state, and local health departments on communicable disease reporting
• Direct infection risk assessments, annual prevention plans, and compliance audits
• Provide education and training on infection prevention practices to clinical teams and facility staff
• Serve as a resource for infection prevention, ensuring best practices in resident care
• Required: Active LPN licensure in good standing in Oregon
• Develop, implement, and oversee the facility’s infection prevention and control program
• Collect, analyze, and maintain data on infections and antibiotic use; monitor for trends and resistance
• Investigate infection outbreaks and incidents, reporting findings as required
• Collaborate with federal, state, and local health departments on communicable disease reporting
• Direct infection risk assessments, annual prevention plans, and compliance audits
• Provide education and training on infection prevention practices to clinical teams and facility staff
• Serve as a resource for infection prevention, ensuring best practices in resident care
• Required: Active LPN licensure in good standing in Oregon

Qualifications

• Preferred: Active RN licensure in good standing in Oregon
• Current certification in Infection Control
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Experience in staff education/training and infection prevention highly desired
• Competitive salary with growth potential (DOE)
• Leadership role with a direct impact on staff development and resident care quality
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the health and safety of residents and staff
• Preferred: Active RN licensure in good standing in Oregon
• Current certification in Infection Control
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Experience in staff education/training and infection prevention highly desired
• Competitive salary with growth potential (DOE)
• Leadership role with a direct impact on staff development and resident care quality
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the health and safety of residents and staff

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, Team-Oriented Environment

Benefits & Perks:

• Affordable Health, Dental and Vision insurance options are available for you and your family with the Oregon Trust.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Unlimited referral bonuses and more!
• Apply Today
• Join Highland House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and help us set the standard for staff development, infection prevention, and quality care.