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Lee Health

Infection Preventionist

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$31.78 - $42.90/hr

Infection Control Work Type: Full Time Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate ... Works in collaboration with the Infection Prevention Medical Director on projects and patient ...

Lee Health

Infection Preventionist

Fort Myers, FL

$31.78 - $42.90/hr

Infection Control Work Type: Full Time Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate ... Works in collaboration with the Infection Prevention Medical Director on projects and patient ...

Memorial Healthcare

Initiates infection control measures as directed by infection control committee. Develops infection control policies and prevention programs. Responsibilities: Assists in the collection, coordination ...

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How much do director infection control jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for director infection control in Florida is $90,055.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,300.00 and $122,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Director of Infection Control do?

A Director of Infection Control oversees infection prevention and control programs within healthcare facilities. They develop policies, ensure compliance with regulations, and educate staff on best practices to minimize infection risks. They also analyze infection data, respond to outbreaks, and collaborate with hospital leadership to enhance patient safety. Their role is critical in preventing healthcare-associated infections and promoting a safe environment for patients and staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Director Infection Control position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Infection Control, you need an in-depth knowledge of infection prevention protocols, epidemiology, and healthcare regulations, usually backed by a degree in nursing, microbiology, or public health as well as certification such as CIC (Certification in Infection Control). Familiarity with surveillance software, data analysis tools, and hospital accreditation standards is highly beneficial. Strong leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills are crucial for guiding teams and implementing infection control strategies organization-wide. These abilities ensure the development, execution, and continuous improvement of programs that protect patients, staff, and communities from infectious risks.

What are the most common challenges faced by a Director Infection Control and how is success measured in this role?

Directors of Infection Control often face challenges such as managing outbreaks, ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory standards, and fostering a culture of infection prevention among diverse healthcare professionals. Success in this role is typically measured by the reduction of healthcare-associated infection rates, audit outcomes, and effective response to incidents. Collaboration across multiple departments and continuous staff education are crucial parts of the job. If you enjoy analytical work and are proactive about process improvement, this dynamic leadership position can be both demanding and rewarding.

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Infographic showing various Director Infection Control job openings in Florida as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,055 per year, or $43.3 per hour.
Infection Preventionist

Infection Preventionist

Lee Health

Fort Myers, FL • On-site

$31.78 - $42.90/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Lee Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 189 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

451st of 872 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Location: Lee Health - 2776 Cleveland Ave Fort Myers FL 33901
Department: Infection Control
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to
Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $31.78 - $42.90 / hour
Summary
Performs a leadership role at her/his respective campus in providing an active, effective hospital-wide Infection Prevention Program that consists of surveillance, prevention and control of healthcare associated infections under the direction of the Manager Epidemiology-Infection Prevention. Presents all Infection related critical information and statistics at Campus Leadership Morning Huddle. Works directly with Campus dyad leadership for campus infection related items. Collaborates as a team member when representing Infection Prevention activities and while working with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Supports and is a role model for the organization vision and mission. This position uses knowledge of patient's age and cultural diversity in the provision of patient care. Works independently and with new technology to analyze surveillance findings and trends and researches evidence-based interventional strategies to address areas needing improvement. Co-leads Clinical Consensus workgroups with physicians leads. Develops and presents educational programs designed to change caregiver practices based on surveillance findings and evidence-based protocols. Independently takes off-hours call for Lee Health concerning Epidemiology/Infection Prevention. Serves on select hospital and/or system committees'/task forces to provide effective infection prevention-related input for policy and procedure development or practice improvement. Provides input into the annual Infection Prevention Plan and assists in developing departmental priorities. Works in collaboration with the Infection Prevention Medical Director on projects and patient safety work plans. Educates staff at the elbow for all issues regarding Infection prevention and educates and serves as a resource for patients and families.
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor's degree required. Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing BSN or, must have B.S or M.S in a related health care field such as Microbiology, Medical Technology, Epidemiology/Public Health.
Experience:
Minimum of three (3) years previous experience in staff nursing or related field. Must be knowledgeable in patient care practices and/or adult education principles. Have the ability to work with persons of varying education and cultural backgrounds. RN working experience in critical nursing experience is preferred.
Certifications:
Will attend a recognized training course (CDC/APIC) in Infection Prevention/Hospital Epidemiology. Must have and maintain current Certification in Infection Control (CIC) within three (3) years of hire into the position.
License:
RN licensure by the Florida State Board of Nursing, or professional license or certification as appropriate for his/her educational background preferred.
Other:
Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills, excellent customer service skills, and computer and statistical skills necessary for data analysis. Will attend State, Regional or National Infection Prevention conferences as System resources permit.
Earns a minimum of 8 CEU's that will enhance their role as an Infection Preventionist during initial orientation and then annually. CEU's used for other IC certifications or renewing licenses that are required for IP position can also be applied to the annual required CEU's, as long as they will enhance their role as an Infection Preventionist.
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Lee Health is one of the largest public health systems in the U.S. and one of the largest not-for-profit public health systems in Florida. With 4 acute care hospitals; Lee Memorial, Healthpark Medical Center, Cape Coral Hospital and Gulf Coast Medical Center, two specialty hospitals; Gaisano Children's Hospital and The Rehab Hospital. Lee Physician Group with over 80 practices throughout Southwest Florida, a Regional Cancer Center, seven outpatient centers, three walk-in clinics and two pediatric outpatient facilities. HEALTHGRADES ranks Lee Healths four acute care hospitals in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence in 2019, 2020, 2021 AND 2022 and is included in America's 250 Best Hospitals

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Health care and social assistance

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Headquarters location

Fort Myers, FL, US

Year founded

1916

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