Infection Preventionist - RN - Woodridge
Company: University of Vermont Health - Central Vermont Med
Location: Rutland
Posted on: February 27, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Under general direction of the Director of
Nursing, the Infection Preventionist I promotes and maintains an
active infection control program through surveillance and
investigative activities, consultation, education, policy
development and research throughout Woodridge Rehabilitation and
Nursing. The Infection Preventionist I is responsible to work to
identify, control and prevent healthcare associated infection at
Woodridge Rehabilitation and Nursing. The individual functions as a
liaison between Infection Prevention and leadership and units to
supporting key strategic priorities. The individual conducts
surveillance for healthcare associated infections; collecting,
analyzing and reporting data. The individual identifies and reports
communicable diseases, monitors compliance with infection
Prevention practices, initiates and supports improvement activities
and assists with review and revision of evidence-based policies and
procedures. When required the individual assists with special
studies or investigations in potential epidemic, outbreak or
exposure situations. The individual is responsible for education of
all levels of personnel, patients and visitors. EDUCATION: Minimum
requirement: Associate's degree or higher in nursing. RN licensure
in the State of Vermont. EXPERIENCE: Three to five years of
progressively responsible healthcare experience, including clinical
or instructional experience in infection control preferred.
Keywords: University of Vermont Health - Central Vermont Med, East Hartford , Infection Preventionist - RN - Woodridge, Healthcare , Rutland, Connecticut
