Deaconess Health System

Infection Control Coordinator| FT Days

Deaconess Health System  •  Anna, TX (Onsite)  •  12 days ago
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Job Description

Join Our Deaconess Team – Infection Control RN

Deaconess Illinois Medical Center is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Infection Control team. In this role, you will lead hospital-wide efforts to prevent and control infections, ensuring patient safety while collaborating across departments in a supportive environment.


You will develop, implement, and maintain infection prevention and control programs that comply with regulations and national guidelines. Responsibilities include staff education, surveillance, data reporting, outbreak investigations, and collaboration with quality and safety teams. Reports to the Director/Manager of Quality.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and evaluate infection prevention programs; conduct assessments and implement corrective actions.
  • Educate staff, patients, and caregivers on infection prevention and control practices.
  • Collect, analyze, and report infection data; serve as NHSN Administrator.
  • Monitor compliance with CDC, SHEA, APIC, IDPH, CMS, OSHA, and other regulatory standards.
  • Conduct outbreak investigations and special studies; support interdisciplinary teams in implementing improvement strategies.

Education & Experience:

  • Required: Associate’s Degree in Nursing or Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology
  • Minimum 3 years of acute care experience

Skills & Abilities:

  • Strong knowledge of infection prevention and epidemiology principles
  • Ability to analyze data, interpret regulations, and prepare reports
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Excellent oral and written communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Licenses & Certifications:

  • Current Illinois RN License required
  • Certification in Infection Control (CIC) within 3 years of hire

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Hourly: $31.25–$46.88
  • Incentives: Evening/night/weekend differentials per policy
  • Bonus: Performance-based eligibility
  • Benefits: Flexible schedules, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, Payactiv earned wage access, career advancement opportunities, and comprehensive healthcare and retirement plans
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Deaconess Health System

About Deaconess Health System

Deaconess Health System is the premiere provider of health care services to a population of more than 1.5 million in southwestern Indiana, western Kentucky and southeastern Illinois.  Serving a population of more than 1.5 million residents, the system consists of 20 wholly owned, joint ventured, sponsored or affiliated hospital locations situated throughout the Tri-State. 

Deaconess Health System is the largest employer in the tri-state region, and operates under the direction of a local board, with a local focus. Deaconess is widely recognized for its commitment to excellence. Named the #2 Hospital in Indiana by US News & World Report for the past six years, Deaconess was also named to the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers in 2022 and 2023, 2024 and 2025.

As our organization continues to grow and expand, we welcome skilled, dedicated and compassionate individuals to join us in delivering The Deaconess Difference: putting people at the center of everything we do, making a positive difference in the lives of our patients, families, employees and community.

Browse our site to learn more about our convenient locations, expert services, community involvement, and much more. 

Our commitment to progressive, patient-centered care guides our work every day as our priorities are set and decisions are made with a local focus and direction.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Evansville, IN
Year Founded
1892
Website
deaconess.com
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