Infection Control Nurse – Part-Time (20 hrs/week)

Infection Control Nurse Part-Time (20 hrs/week)
Position Type: Permanent, Part-Time, Day Shift (approximately 20 hours/week)

About the Organization:
Join a mission-driven, nonprofit community health system recognized for excellence in family, internal, geriatric, and pediatric medicine. Serving the Merrimack Valley, the organization operates multiple clinics and sponsors a family medicine residency program, providing comprehensive care to a diverse urban and suburban population. This region supports a rich cultural environment and strong healthcare infrastructure.

Position Overview

As the Infection Control Nurse, you will lead infection prevention efforts across the health center s network of community clinics. Working closely with clinical leadership and nurse managers, you will develop and implement strategies to identify, monitor, and reduce healthcare-associated infections and communicable diseases. You will drive staff education, quality assurance, and reporting to align with professional standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage infection prevention protocols in collaboration with clinical and site leadership

• Identify, investigate, monitor, and report healthcare-associated infections and communicable disease trends

• Provide ongoing staff training and education on infection control and risk management

• Conduct quality assurance and performance improvement monitoring to ensure compliance with standards

• Develop policies and procedures, evaluate clinical adherence, and lead data collection and analysis

• Communicate and collaborate effectively across interdisciplinary teams to drive infection prevention initiatives

Benefits & Professional Support

• Part-time benefits including prorated health coverage, leave, and retirement options

• Access to professional development and continuing education opportunities

• Collaborative and supportive work culture within a community-oriented health system

• Work-life balance enabled by part-time scheduling and location in the Greater Lawrence area