Infection Preventionist

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Infection Control Infection Preventionist Registered Nurse in Albuquerque, NM at Lovelace Westside Hospital.

This position will cover Lovelace Westside Hospital and Heart Hospital. Will also assist with Rehab Hospital and Roswell Regional Hospital, but will not need to go to those physcial locations.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance , and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care .

Get to Know Your Team

• Lovelace Westside Hospital is a family care unit, an award-winning care center and the first robotic surgery program in the state recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.

Responsibilities

Provides patient safety focused on organization-wide infection surveillance, control and prevention program. Adheres to policies, procedures and regulations to ensure patient safety and compliance.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field of study. Education may be substituted for relevant experience in accordance to policy.
• 3 years of directly related experience.
• Certified Infection Control Practitioner required; or must complete within 2 years of hire.