Employee Health & Infection Prevention RN

Champion employee health and wellness in a vital nursing role.

Join Our Team at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center

At Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC) were more than just a healthcare organization - were a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact. For more than 60 years weve been providing compassionate high-quality care in the Greater Brainerd Lakes Area and beyond. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to excellence innovation and putting people first - both our patients and our employees. Whether youre on the front lines of patient care or supporting operations behind the scenes youll find a culture of collaboration growth and respect. If youre looking for a career where your work truly matters we invite you to join us at CRMC and be part of something bigger.

A Day in the Life of an Employee Health & Infection Prevention RN

This role leads the organization-wide infection prevention and employee health programs ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. The RN conducts regular rounding surveillance data analysis and reporting to identify risks investigate infections and drive corrective actions across hospital clinic and care center settings. Collaboration is central working closely with leadership frontline staff Human Resources providers and external agencies to support safe practices education and timely reporting. The position also oversees employee health wellness initiatives and the full workers compensation process balancing clinical judgment with administrative precision and confidentiality. Work is structured yet dynamic requiring strong prioritization clear communication and confident decision-making in complex or high-stakes situations.

About the Human Resources Department

Supporting People Strengthening Teams

The HR Department at CRMC is dedicated to attracting retaining and developing top talent ensuring that employees feel valued supported and empowered in their roles. From recruitment and benefits administration to leadership development and employee engagement HR plays a crucial role in fostering a positive workplace culture where people can thrive. Whether navigating career growth opportunities and employee wellness initiatives or just making sure everyone gets paid on time this team is committed to making CRMC a great place to workbecause when employees succeed so does patient care.

Ideal Candidate (What will make you a great fit!)

• Regulatory and compliance expertise
• Strong clinical nursing judgment
• Organized analytical problem solver
• Clear confident communicator
• Approachable educator and collaborator
• Discreet with sensitive information

Education and Experience

Required

• Associate of Science in Nursing
• Five (5) years of clinical nursing experience
• One (1) year of experience in infection prevention and control and/or employee/occupational health nursing
• Current Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred; required within three (3) years of hire

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Experience with workers compensation administration wellness programming epidemiology community health occupational health or safety
• Acute care experience

Compensation and Benefits

The pay range listed above is the estimated starting pay range for this role. Actual pay rate offered depends on many factors including each individual employees experience level preferred education/certifications along with market conditions.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health financial security and overall well-being of our employees. Eligible employees receive medical insurance dental insurance and vision insurance health savings accounts life insurance and employer contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan. Additional benefits include paid time off participation in 401(k) and 457(b) plans educational assistance and reimbursement an employee assistance program work-life balance support gym membership and other discounts and employee recognition programs.

A full job description is provided when an interview is scheduled. If needed you may request a copy earlier by emailing us at CRMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veteran). If you need an accommodation during the application process please call or email for assistance.