A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
Infection Prevention & Nursing Education Leader (RN) | Odessa, WA We are partnering with a well-established community-based critical access hospital in rural eastern Washington to find a dedicated and experienced Infection Prevention & Clinical Education Leader (RN) . This is a unique dual-role leadership opportunity for a Registered Nurse who is passionate about both patient safety and staff development — with flexible scheduling of 32+ hours per week and the variety of occasional floor shifts in acute/emergency or long-term care.
Position Details Setting:
Critical Access Hospital —
Inpatient, Emergency Department, Long-Term Care Schedule:
Full-Time | Days | Flexible scheduling — 32+ hours weekly + occasional floor shifts as
RN Location:
Odessa, WA (Lincoln County, eastern Washington)
Pay Rate:
$43.47 - $74.95/hour DOE + applicable shift differentials
Union:
CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement) position
Start Date:
ASAP About the Role The Infection Prevention & Clinical Education Leader ensures the hospital's Infection Prevention Plan is implemented robustly to protect the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. This includes managing risks associated with communicable disease transmission, medical procedures, equipment and devices, and barriers to continuous improvement in clinical outcomes. This leader collaborates with medical staff, hospital leaders, and community providers to carry out infection prevention initiatives. A strong understanding of data-driven infection surveillance and outbreak management is essential — including establishing baselines, identifying root causes, and developing appropriate solutions. In addition to the infection prevention focus, this position educates clinical staff on skills, documentation, and evolving regulatory requirements, and is responsible for developing and implementing a monthly education program. Key Responsibilities Infection Prevention Implement and manage the hospital's Infection Prevention Plan in accordance with professional standards, organizational objectives, and regulatory/accreditation requirements Conduct comprehensive annual and ongoing risk assessments and risk reduction strategies related to infectious disease transmission, construction/renovation projects, waterborne and airborne illness events, and hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) Perform surveillance for and containment of pathogens of concern; manage outbreak investigations Ensure notifiable diseases are reported per applicable regulations Provide timely feedback to leadership and develop proactive, preventative, and corrective action plans in response to actual and potential infection prevention and safety issues Collaborate across medical staff, hospital leadership, and community providers on infection prevention initiatives Clinical Education Educate clinical staff on skills, documentation, and evolving regulatory requirements Develop and implement a monthly clinical education program Provide staff and patient education related to infection prevention and environmental care risks Additional May be asked to work floor shifts in the acute/emergency department or long-term care side as needed Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) — Washington State license, listed on the WA State Registry — required Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience — required Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible and recent related healthcare work experience demonstrating requisite job knowledge — required Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in a lead or management role — strongly preferred Strong analytical, problem-solving, and judgment skills — required Considerable understanding of infection surveillance data and outbreak management methodology Why Apply Through Us? This role is being placed exclusively through Welltech Partners . By applying through us, you'll have a dedicated recruiter supporting you throughout the entire process — from first contact through offer acceptance. All inquiries are handled with complete confidentiality.
Compensation & Benefits Pay Rate:
$43.47 - $74.95/hour DOE + applicable shift differentials Medical, dental & vision insurance — covered 90% by employer for employee; up to 70% for dependents Prescription drug coverage included HSA and FSA plans — employer contributions up to $1,200 (employee) / $3,200 (family) 6 paid holidays annually Generous
PTO + EIB
sick leave with PTO cash-back availability 401(k) with up to 6% employer match (vested after 12 months) AFLAC supplemental insurance Employer-provided Life and AD&D insurance (additional coverage available for dependents) Flexible scheduling — 32+ hours per week To apply or learn more, please submit your resume through Welltech Partners. All candidate information is kept strictly confidential.
Pay:
$50.00 - $74.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0 - 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
