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    Clinical Staff Educator / Infection Preventionist Nurse
    Department: Nursing Administration
    Minimum Requirements:

    EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

    Registered Nurse (RN) with current Illinois state licensure.

    Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required.

    ACLS/PALS/BLS Certified.

    EXPERIENCE:

    Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience; prior experience in education, infection prevention, or employee health strongly preferred.

    SKILLS:

    Strong public speaking, communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.

    ADDITIONAL:

    Willingness to attain infection control certification or other continued educational certifications beneficial for the role

    Job Duties:

    At Fairfield Memorial Hospital, we seek highly skilled, compassionate employees to continue our healing mission: to positively influence the health of those we serve. Our team is committed to providing the best possible patient experience. FMH is also committed to providing our team members with an environment that allows them to do their best work while providing opportunities for ongoing professional development. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced nursing professional to serve in this multifaceted role to ensure excellence in clinical education, infection prevention, and employee health across our organization. The ideal candidate will be a passionate educator, a vigilant infection control advocate, and a compassionate leader dedicated to the well-being of our healthcare team.

    NATURE OF WORK:

    Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs for clinical staff. Establish instructor credentials to teach/issue Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support Facilitate training certifications. Facilitate clinical staff onboarding and orientation for new hires. Support continuing education and professional development initiatives. Lead community educational outreach initiatives with coordination of support groups. Collaborate with department leaders to identify learning needs and provide targeted training. Lead infection control initiatives in alignment with CDC, OSHA, and CMS guidelines. Monitor and analyze infection data to identify trends and implement corrective actions. Conduct audits and provide education on infection prevention practices Serve as a resource for outbreak investigations and mitigation strategies. Assist with employee health programs including immunizations, screenings, and wellness initiatives. Manage exposure incidents and coordinate follow-up care with Practitioner. Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements related to employee health. Promote a culture of safety and well-being among staff.

    BENEFITS:

    · 403(b) Retirement Plan

    · 457 Retirement Plan

    · PPO Health Insurance Plan

    · HDHP Health Insurance Plan w/ Health Savings Account

    · Dental Insurance Plan

    · Vision Insurance Plan

    · Disability Insurance

    · Life Insurance Plan

    · Paid Time Off (Holiday/Personal/Vacation)

    · Sick Time

    · Flexible Work Schedules

    · Referral Bonuses

    · Professional Development Opportunities

    WHAT FMH HAS TO OFFER: When working with FMH, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, with company match, referral bonuses and more.

    FMH is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

    FMH believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Hours:
    Monday – Friday; Days
    Pay Scale:
    $29.00 - $43.50 per hour
    Date Posted:
    10/14/2025
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