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Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions lists this Infection Control Registered Nurse Corrections opportunity in milwaukee, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Infection Control Registered Nurse Corrections
Compensation Information: $41.8 - $46.44 / hour
Department (Org): Infectious Disease
Location: Milwaukee County Jail / Milwaukee County Community Reintegration Center
We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Purpose
The RN Infection Control proactively prevents the spread of disease and ensures regulatory compliance in staff health management. This position develops and implements infection control plans, including testing, vaccinations, and outbreak response. The role maintains accurate health records, provides staff education, and ensures regulatory adherence through inspections and reporting. It includes conducting risk assessments, making recommendations on cleaning and disinfection practices, and reviewing relevant policies. The RN Infection Control operates independently within a correctional facility and may travel as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement infection control plans, pre-employment testing, and vaccination programs.
Coordinate employee health activities including exposure response, outbreak management, and health record maintenance.
Conduct regular inspections and risk assessments, submitting reports and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Provide staff education and revise policies based on surveillance data and current guidelines.
Serve as the subject matter expert for infection prevention standards and procedures.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing
Experience
1–3 years of experience in nursing or infection prevention, preferably in a clinical or hospital setting
Required experience in psychiatric mental health settings and 2–3 years of educator experience preferred
Experience in program development, asepsis, microbiology, epidemiology, and hospital operations
Licenses/Certifications
Current RN license in the state of employment or compact state
CPR certification (must be able to obtain and maintain)
Certification in Infection Prevention preferred or to be completed within two years of employment
CIC certification preferred
Other Details
1.0 FTE – Monday‑Friday (5) 8‑hour shifts. 4 days at Milwaukee County Jail, 1 day at Milwaukee County Community Reintegration Center.
Benefits
In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401(k), we foster a work‑life balance for team members and their families. Perks include:
DailyPay – receive your money as you earn it!
Tuition Assistance and dependent scholarships
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
Company paid life insurance
Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.
You Matter
Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved. Join a mission driven organization with a people‑first culture. Excellent career growth opportunities.
We are committed to caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients, promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and providing autonomy in a warm team environment with growth and training.
Why Us
Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. We are devoted to helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members and best‑in‑class clinical resources for training, education, and point‑of‑care support.
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Worksite address
milwaukee, WI, 53244, US
Who can apply
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