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Infection Control Nurse (RN/LPN)

Sapphire At Maple Crest

Belvidere, IL 61008 • $38 to $45 / yr • 11/13/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Sapphire at Maple Crest is looking for a compassionate, energetic and talented Infection Control Nurse to join our team.

Do you have a passion for caring for others?Are you looking for a great work environment where you can make a difference?

Our unique approach to post acute rehabilitation places the patient at the center, curating a plan of care that understands the specific needs of each individual. We arecommitted to providing a sophisticated level of support to achieve exceptional quality care.

At Sapphire Healthcare, we offer our team members the followingbenefits:

  • Competitive wage

  • Affordable: Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Free Life Insurance

  • Paid Vacation/Sick Time

  • Personal Days

  • Employee Referral Bonus

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • 401K

  • Meaningful and rewarding work environment

Description:

The primary purpose of your job position is to plan, organize, develop, coordinate, and direct our infection control program and its activities

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, maintain, and periodically update infection control precautions and aseptic technique that successfully correct problem areas.

  • Interpret infection control policies and procedures as necessary.

  • Maintain a reference library of written infection control material that will assist the facility in meeting the day-to-day needs of the isolated resident.

  • Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator, as necessary/required, concerning the infection control program of this facility.

  • Monitor infection control practices and procedures to ensure that all personnel are implementing our standard operating procedures for tasks involving exposure to blood/body fluids.

  • Visit isolated residents as necessary to ensure that established isolation precautions and aseptic technique are followed.

  • Review and analyze infectious disease laboratory reports and consult with the Director of Nursing Services in developing the care plan for assuring that aseptic techniques are implemented.

  • Provide employee counseling as outlined in our infection control and employee health program.

Qualifications:

  • Licensed (RN/LPN) in the state of Illinois (Required)

  • Must be knowledgeable of the MDS process.

  • Strong interpersonal skills.

  • Excellent verbal, organizational and communication skills.

  • Strong computer skills.

Apply online by clicking Apply Now or apply in person at:

Facility Location:

Sapphire at Maple Crest

4452 Squaw Prairie Rd,

Belvidere, IL 61008

Apply today for immediate consideration!!

At Sapphire Healthcare, our unique approach to post-acute rehabilitation places the patient at the center, curating a plan of care that understands the specific needs of each individual. We are committed to providing a sophisticated level of support to achieve exceptional quality care.

Sapphire Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.


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