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Infection Control Rn Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Infection Control-Employee Health Nurse

Lima, OH ยท On-site

$72K - $96K/yr

Infection Control Nurse Kindred Hospital Lima is a 26-bed long-term acute care hospital offering ... Current State RN license required. * BLS Certification required. * ICP or related certification ...

Infection Control-Employee Health Nurse

Lima, OH ยท On-site

$72K - $96K/yr

Current State RN license required. * BLS Certification required. * ICP or related certification ... Experience in Infection Control with basic knowledge of the principles of epidemiology and ...

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How much do infection control rn jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for infection control rn in Ohio is $86,936.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,800.00 and $94,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Infection Control RN?

An Infection Control RN is a registered nurse who specializes in the prevention, investigation, and control of infections within healthcare settings. They develop and implement infection prevention protocols, educate staff on best practices, and monitor compliance with health regulations. Their role is critical in reducing the spread of infections and ensuring patient and staff safety.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Infection Control RN?

An Infection Control RN typically monitors and investigates infection cases, develops and enforces infection prevention policies, and educates healthcare staff on best practices. Daily tasks often include auditing sanitation procedures, analyzing infection data, conducting staff training sessions, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Infection Control RNs also collaborate closely with physicians, administrators, and environmental services teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to reducing the risk of infection within the facility.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Infection Control RN?

To excel as an Infection Control RN, you need a strong nursing background, comprehensive knowledge of infection prevention protocols, and current RN licensure, often with a CIC (Certified Infection Control) credential. Familiarity with epidemiological software, reporting systems, and electronic medical records is commonly required. Exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this position. Mastery of these abilities enables the Infection Control RN to reduce healthcare-associated infections and promote a safe environment for patients and staff.

What job categories do people searching Infection Control Rn jobs in Ohio look for?

The top searched job categories for Infection Control Rn jobs in Ohio are:

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Infection Control Rn jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Infection Control Rn job openings:

Infographic showing various Infection Control Rn job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,936 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

Infection Control & Wound Care Nurse | RN or LPN

HCF of Findlay Inc.

Findlay, OH โ€ข On-site

$70K - $93K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Position Summary:

The Infection Control Nurse evaluates quality of resident care and resident outcomes as they relate to healthcare associated/nosocomial infections.

Position Responsibilities of an Infection Control RN/LPN:

* Does on-going monitoring of health care associated/nosocomial infections
* Track trends in infection within the facility and report infection clusters to appropriate agencies required by state and local regulations.
* Identify infection control issues and make recommendations for corrective action
* Must meet job related competencies as outlined in the Skills Competency Manual
* Monitors infection control practices and employee compliance
* Ensures compliance with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and Tuberculosis Control Plan
* Reports communicable disease to the state as required by law
* Attend required in-service education, presents Infection Control in-services
* Participates in the QA process and “Nurse On-Call” program
* Communicates effectively with residents, staff and visitors

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Current license as a Registered Nurse (PA/OH)/Licensed Practical Nurse (OH only) with the State Board of Nursing. CPR certification recommended. Certification in Infection Control is desired.

Benefits for a Nurse:
* Promotion opportunities
* Flexibility 
* Education/Learning 
* Competitive benefit package

What we look for in Infection Control RN/LPN:

Experience – If you’ve had a job or experience in a position with similar goals and responsibilities, we’d love to connect with you.
Skills – We’re looking for individuals that are compassionate, team players, social, trustworthy and service-minded.
Characteristics – We’re looking for individuals that are self-motivated, dependable, ethical, and ready to jump in and provide outstanding care and customer service to our residents.

The Company

Our Core Values, better known as We Care is that each and every employee in the organization is held to standards of Wholeheartedness, Excellence, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and being Ethical. Whether you work for HCF or become a resident of HCF, we can promise you one thing; we will treat you like family!