Top 48 Infection control Jobs in Salinas, Ca

Infection Prevention Specialist (RN) - Quality Management
Montage Health —Monterey, CA
- $153,732 - $205,608 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- Mid-level
Infection Prevention Manager (RN) - Quality Management
Montage Health —Monterey, CA
- $81.37 - $108.82 an hour
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- 5 years
Manager, Infection Prevention
Salinas Valley Health —Salinas, CA
- $76.07 - $104.59 a day
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- Construction site
PACU Registered Nurse
MONTEREY PENINSULA SURGERY CENTER LLC —Monterey, CA
- $59 - $80 an hour
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- PALS Certification
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Employee Health Nurse
Salinas Valley Health —Salinas, CA
- $68.99 - $90.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- BLS Certification
Ward Clerk (Emergency) HRA-790
San Benito Health Care District —Hollister, CA
- $27 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- BLS Certification
- Employee assistance program
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Med Tech
Madonna Gardens —Salinas, CA
- $19.00 - $19.50 an hour
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II
County of Monterey, CA —Salinas, CA
- $8,946 - $12,218 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- Nursing
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Part Time / On Call
Pacific Coast Post Acute —Salinas, CA
- $39 - $40 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Skilled nursing facility
- LVN
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Advanced Practice Clinician
Salud Para La Gente —Watsonville, CA
- $153,415.27 - $186,477.20 a year
- Part-time
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Paid holidays
- Loan repayment program
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Caregiver
Brightstar Care —Watsonville, CA
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- HIPAA
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3d
Clinic Nurse Practitioner
Natividad Medical Center —Salinas, CA
- $13,043.51 - $17,805.32 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Nursing
- Psychiatry
- RN License
Hospital Nurse Practitioner - Trauma
Natividad Medical Center —Salinas, CA
- $14,348.19 - $19,585.80 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Acute care
- Nursing
- Management
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - AM Shift Fri-Sat-Sun
Carmel Hills Care Center —Monterey, CA
- $22.00 - $23.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Skilled nursing facility
- Vital signs
- Paid time off
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Midlevel Family Practice (Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - Rural Health Clinic) HRC-143
San Benito Health Care District —Hollister, CA
- $99 - $128 an hour
- Per diem
- Background check
- Spanish
- Certified Nurse Practitioner
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Midlevel Family Practice (Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care/Family Medicine - Rural Health Clinic) HRC-159
San Benito Health Care District —Hollister, CA
- $99 - $128 an hour
- Per diem
- Background check
- Spanish
- Nursing
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Part-Time
Salinas Valley Post Acute —Salinas, CA
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Skilled nursing facility
- Vital signs
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1d
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Full-Time
Salinas Valley Post Acute —Salinas, CA
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Skilled nursing facility
- Vital signs
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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1d
Travel Stepdown RN in Knoxville, Tennessee
GIFTED Healthcare —United States
- $2,020.18 a week
- Overtime
- Vital signs
- Medication administration
- Patient monitoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Travel IMC RN Job in Birmingham, Alabama
GIFTED Healthcare —United States
- $2,122.06 a week
- Overtime
- Nursing
- Medication administration
- RN License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Infection Prevention Specialist (RN) - Quality Management

Montage Health -
Monterey, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$153,732 - $205,608 a year

Qualifications

Inpatient experience
RN License
Certification in Infection Prevention & Control
Acute care facility experience
Productivity software

Full Job Description

Welcome to Montage Health’s application process!

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Quality Management Director, the Infection Prevention Specialist supports the facility’s infection prevention and control program in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational policies and standards.

This position focuses on surveillance, data analysis, and implementation of evidence-based practices to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). The Infection Prevention Specialist collaborates with clinical teams and departments to promote patient safety, provides education on infection prevention practices, and assists with regulatory readiness. Acting as a resource and subject matter expert, the role helps ensure alignment with CHOMP’s strategic goals and quality initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities

Program Operations, Compliance & Readiness

Assist in implementing and maintaining the infection prevention and control program in compliance with CDC, TJC, Title 22, OSHA, APIC, CMS, and state regulations.
Support readiness for regulatory surveys and inspections.
Follow established policies and procedures for infection prevention practices, including aseptic techniques and exposure control
Lead/participate in mock tracers, audits, and readiness rounds; maintain evidence of compliance.
Participate actively during TJC surveys and other regulatory inspections; coordinate corrective actions and sustainment plans.
Develop, maintain, and educate on policies, procedures, and standard work related to assigned measures and safety practices.
Provide routine reporting to Administration, Board committees, Medical Staff committees, and quality councils.

Surveillance & Data Collection

Perform routine surveillance for HAIs using standardized definitions.
Collect, validate, and enter infection prevention data into NHSN and other required reporting systems.
Monitor trends and assist in preparing reports for committees and leadership.

Patient Safety Events, Risk Mitigation & Learning

Partner with Risk Management to review patient safety events, near misses, and grievances; perform targeted chart reviews and case tracers.
Facilitate or contribute to RCAs/After‑Action Reviews; develop corrective action plans (CAPs) and monitor effectiveness and sustainment.
Lead proactive hazard surveillance and failure mode identification; embed feedback loops (huddles, visual controls, standard work audits).

Performance Improvement & Education

Facilitate Lean Model for Improvement projects (AIM, driver diagram, PDSA cycles) at the unit and service line level.
Coach leaders, charge nurses, educators, and physicians on measure definitions, documentation, and bundle reliability tactics.
Design and deliver adult‑learning education (tip sheets, micro‑learning, in‑services) based on identified performance gaps.

Committee & Workgroup Facilitation; Stakeholder Engagement

Lead or co‑lead relevant committees/work groups (e.g., Infection Prevention Work Group, Unit‑based councils, etc.).
Prepare agendas, minutes, dashboards, and storyboards; track actions to closure and communicate progress.
Maintain strong relationships with Nursing, Medical Staff, Case Management, Infection Prevention, Pharmacy, Lab, Radiology, and IT/Analytics.
Provide supported groups with reliable data, coaching, and process improvement support.

Experience

Minimum of 3 years recent acute inpatient care experience (ICU, Med-Surg, ED preferred).

Prior experience in infection prevention strongly preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems (Epic preferred).

Familiarity with NHSN reporting, APIC guidelines, and regulatory standards.

Working knowledge of Title 22, TJC standards, CMS Conditions of Participation preferred.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required or BSN in progress with attainment within 12 months of hire.

Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or related field preferred.

Licensure/Certifications

Current State of California RN license (unencumbered) required.

Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required or obtained within two years of hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Range: $153,732 - $205,608

Assigned Work Hours:

Full-time (Exempt)

Position Type:

Regular

Pay Range (based on years of applicable experience):

$73.91

$98.85

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