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How much do director infection prevention jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for director infection prevention in the United States is $52.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.87 and $59.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Director of Infection Prevention do?

A Director of Infection Prevention is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing policies and procedures that prevent and control infections within healthcare settings. This role involves leading infection surveillance programs, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and educating staff on best practices. The Director collaborates with medical staff, administration, and regulatory agencies to minimize infection risks and improve patient safety. They also analyze infection trends and respond to outbreaks to protect both patients and healthcare workers.

What are the primary challenges a Director of Infection Prevention faces when implementing new protocols across multiple departments?

A Director of Infection Prevention often encounters challenges such as ensuring consistent compliance with protocols among diverse staff, addressing varying levels of infection control knowledge, and overcoming resistance to change. Coordinating training and communication across departments is crucial, as is staying updated with evolving regulations and best practices. Building strong interdisciplinary relationships and fostering a culture of safety are key to successfully implementing new infection prevention measures.

What is the difference between Director Infection Prevention vs Infection Control Nurse?

AspectDirector Infection PreventionInfection Control Nurse
CredentialsUsually requires a Bachelor's or Master's in Nursing, Public Health, or related field; certifications like CIC (Certification in Infection Control) often preferredRegistered Nurse (RN) with CIC certification typically required
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, hospitals, clinics, overseeing infection prevention programsHospitals, clinics, focusing on infection control practices and staff education
ResponsibilitiesDeveloping policies, managing infection prevention teams, strategic planningMonitoring infection rates, staff training, implementing infection control procedures

The main difference is that the Director Infection Prevention holds a leadership role with strategic responsibilities, while the Infection Control Nurse focuses on hands-on infection control practices and staff education. Both roles require similar credentials and work in healthcare settings, but the Director has broader oversight and policy development duties.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Infection Prevention, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Infection Prevention, you need in-depth knowledge of epidemiology, infection control practices, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a clinical degree (such as RN or MPH) and CIC certification. Familiarity with infection surveillance software, data analysis tools, and hospital reporting systems is crucial. Strong leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help foster multidisciplinary collaboration and drive organizational change. These competencies ensure the effective prevention and control of healthcare-associated infections, safeguarding patient safety and regulatory compliance.
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Infographic showing various Director Infection Prevention job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 55% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,065 per year, or $52.4 per hour.
Director Infection Prevention

Director Infection Prevention

Memorial Health University Medical Center

Wilmington Island, GA

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Memorial Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 168 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

452nd of 869 rated healthcare providers

Job description

This position is incentive eligible.

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Director Infection Prevention? At Memorial Health University Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Director Infection Prevention is responsible for the effective development, implementation, evaluation and surveillance of organizational infection control initiatives, standards and compliance. This position is also responsible for the direction of the operation of the infection prevention and control/epidemiology department, including education of Team Members and consultation with the organization, CDC, and the county and state health departments. The responsibilities encompass compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, CMS, OSHA, and state regulations, outbreak investigation, and overall direction of the infection prevention and control program.

What qualifications you will need:

· Education: Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree in Public Health preferred

· Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience in acute care and infection prevention required; 2+ years of leadership experience required

    · License/Certifications: Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse or licensed professional in the state(s) of practice and/or has an active compact license, in accordance with law and regulation; Certification in Infection Prevention required

    Benefits

    Memorial Health University Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

    • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
    • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
    • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
    • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
    • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
    • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

    Learn more about Employee Benefits

    Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

    Memorial Health University Medical Center has provided quality healthcare services since 1955, giving patients access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 600+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities that serves 35 counties across southeast Georgia and southern South Carolina. Located in Savannah, Georgia, we are a regional referral center for heart care, cancer care, trauma care, children's care, high-risk pregnancies and high-risk newborn care. Our hospital includes the region's only Level I trauma center and children's hospital, as well as the Savannah campus of Mercer University School of Medicine.

    At Memorial Health, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

    HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


    "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
    HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

    We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Director Infection Prevention opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

    We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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