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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Infection Control for a travel nursing job in Salinas, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Infection Control
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
nInfection Control Specialist position in a healthcare setting. This role involves surveillance, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections, as well as developing and implementing infection prevention strategies. The specialist will also educate hospital staff on infection control practices and ensure compliance with national standards and regulatory initiatives.
nJob Details:
nnSchedule: Days, 8 hours shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
nRequired Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required; California Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred; minimum of three (3) years experience in Infection Control / Prevention / Epidemiology, preferably in an acute care hospital. Knowledge of patient care practices, infectious diseases, epidemiology, employee health, sterilization/disinfection/sanitation processes, and experience with implementation of regulatory and The Joint Commission initiatives.
nPreferred Qualifications: Experience in infection prevention education, outbreak investigation, environmental control assessment, epidemiologic studies, quality/performance improvement, and regulatory compliance.
nAdditional Information: The role involves developing informational materials, participating in continuing education, and contributing to hospital policies and procedures to prevent infections and promote patient and staff safety. Candidate must be prepared to participate in hospital infection prevention and control activities essential for maintaining compliance with national standards.
n nBenefits
nThe benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
nnPrivate housing or generous housing allowance
nComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
nDependent health insurance with prescription coverage
nCompetitive salaries
nReferral bonuses
nTravel reimbursement
n401(k) retirement plan
nDirect deposit/free checking
nUnlimited free CE credits
n Cross Country Job ID # . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Infection Control
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
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Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
salinas, CA, 93911, US
Who can apply
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