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Campbell Street

Registered Nurse

Granger, IA

Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and all state and federal regulations regarding ... Paid Life Insurance Policy + Additional Voluntary Life Insurance * Accident & Critical Illness ...

Gentiva

Certified Nursing Assistant Hospice Aide

Ames, IA · On-site

$16.70 - $19.65/hr

Practice infection control and follow safety protocols at all times Qualifications - What You'll ... Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Ready to Make a Difference in Someone ...

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Campbell Street

Registered Nurse

Dayton, IA · On-site

Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and all state and federal regulations regarding ... Paid Life Insurance Policy + Additional Voluntary Life Insurance * Accident & Critical Illness ...

Campbell Street

Nurse (RN/LPN) 6p-6a

Ankeny, IA · On-site

Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and all state and federal regulations regarding ... Paid Life Insurance Policy + Additional Voluntary Life Insurance * Accident & Critical Illness ...

Campbell Street

RN/LPN Nurse

Ankeny, IA · On-site

Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and all state and federal regulations regarding ... Paid Life Insurance Policy + Additional Voluntary Life Insurance * Accident & Critical Illness ...

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How much do voluntary infection control jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for voluntary infection control in Ames, IA is $132.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.65 and $188.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Voluntary Infection Control vs Infection Prevention Specialist?

AspectVoluntary Infection ControlInfection Prevention Specialist
CertificationsCPR, OSHA training, basic infection controlCPH, CIC, or similar certifications
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, clinics, labsHospitals, public health agencies, clinics
Employer & Industry UsageOften volunteer or part-time roles in healthcareFull-time roles in healthcare and public health

Voluntary Infection Control typically involves basic infection prevention tasks often performed on a volunteer basis or with minimal certification. Infection Prevention Specialists usually hold advanced certifications and work full-time in healthcare settings to develop and implement infection control policies. While both roles focus on preventing infections, Infection Prevention Specialists have more specialized training and responsibilities.

How do you get certified in voluntary infection control?

To become certified in voluntary infection control, individuals typically complete specialized training programs offered by recognized health organizations or professional associations, which cover infection prevention, sterilization, and safety protocols. After training, candidates often pass an exam to earn certification, such as the Certified in Infection Control (CIC) credential, which demonstrates their knowledge and commitment to infection prevention practices.

Is voluntary infection control a good career?

Voluntary infection control involves implementing practices to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare or community settings, often requiring knowledge of hygiene protocols and safety standards. It can be a rewarding career for those interested in public health, with opportunities for certification and ongoing training. Job prospects depend on healthcare demand and regulatory requirements in the specific field.

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Infographic showing various Voluntary Infection Control job openings in Ames, IA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $275,165 per year, or $132.3 per hour.

Culinary/Dietary Aide- PM ONLY (86172)

Pivotal Health Care

Ames, IA • On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Northridge Village is an innovative, beautiful, 5-star, boutique style senior living community. Our mission is simple: to enrich the lives of our residents through purpose, passion & joy in life!  Our Community offers several levels of living including: independent living, assisted living, short-term rehab, and long-term care.  

In addition to our commitment to provide quality care to our residents, we are also committed to providing a great work environment for our Team Members.

Shifts: In general, we offer 8 shifts. We have openings for full-time (30+ hours weekly) and part-time (up to 29 hours weekly) positions.

  • Evenings: 4pm-7:30pm (Part-Time)

Benefits: We value and are grateful for our Team Members. Below is a snapshot of our benefits to foster health and happiness for our team:

  • Health, Dental, & Vision Care Plans with company cost share (full-time only)
  • Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes counseling sessions for Team Members and their Family.
  • 401(k) with company match
  • PTO
  • Holiday Premium Pay
  • Volunteer Time Off
  • Competitive Wages & Shift Differentials
  • Referral Bonus
  • Service Award Bonus
  • Career Path Development
  • Tuition Assistance & Certification Course Payment
  • Fun & engaging team environment

If you're in search of a family based organization with a culture of care and you have a passion for seniors - keep reading!

Role:

We are seeking a dedicated Culinary/Dietary Aide to join our team! The Dietary Aide / Server ensures our residents and guests receive nutritious meals, performs designated work and cleaning routines for the Dietary Department, and helps to create a relaxing and enjoyable dining experience in our communities.

Responsibilities:

  • Culinary/Dietary Aide helps create a restaurant-style dining experience through serving meals, customer service, and collaboration.
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide follows written and oral instructions, follow diet orders/tray cards and work assignments.
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide ensures that meal orders are delivered accurately, and any special request or dietary restrictions are noted and followed.
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide performs defined work routines.
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide assists with cleaning routines after meals have ended and setting up for next meal.
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide follows proper food safety and sanitation procedures and maintain a clean and safe environment.
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide assists in receiving and storing food and supplies as directed by Culinary Director
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide attends scheduled department meetings.
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide attends educational programs.
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide follows defined safety codes while performing duties.
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide follows Infection Control procedures.
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide understands community’s fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
  • Culinary/Dietary Aide be knowledgeable of federal, state, and community’s rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

The Culinary/Dietary Aide preferred high school graduate or have an equivalent education (GED) but not required. Serv Safe certification is encouraged but not required.

Our Community is a part of a family of Retirement Communities which include:

  • Colonial Village, Overland Park, KS
  • Maggie’s Place of Colonial Village, Overland Park, KS
  • Westchester Village, Lenexa KS
  • Linden Woods Village, Gladstone, MO
  • Raintree Village, Lee's Summit, MO
  • Prairie Vista Village, Altoona, IA
  • Terrace Glen Village, Marion, IA
  • Cedar Ridge Village, West Des Moines, IA
  • Northridge Village, Ames, IA
  • Kennybrook Village, Grimes, IA
  • Scenic Living Communities, Iowa Falls, IA

We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability of any other characteristic protected by law. Our family of retirement communities are proud to be a tobacco-free campus, including but not limited to electronic cigarettes. We follow CMS and CDC protocols and guidelines.

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