About the role
Description Location: Cherry County Hospital in Valentine, NE Job Title: Infection Prevention & Safety Officer Position: Full-time/ Salary Compensation for RN: Competitive wage based on experience Compensation for Non-RN: Competitive wage based on experience Benefit Eligible: Yes
Join Our Team – Infection Prevention & Safety Officer
Cherry County Hospital is seeking a dedicated
Infection Prevention & Safety Officer
to lead our hospital-wide infection prevention, workplace safety, and emergency preparedness programs. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient safety, employee well-being, and quality care in a rural Critical Access Hospital.
Position Highlights
Lead infection prevention and workplace safety initiatives
Coordinate the hospital's Emergency Preparedness Program
Monitor compliance with CMS, CDC, OSHA, and accreditation standards
Conduct safety rounds, infection surveillance, and staff education
Collaborate with leadership and clinical departments to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement
Prepare for regulatory surveys, audits, and inspections
Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare, Public Health, Safety, or a related field
Minimum of two years of experience in healthcare safety, infection prevention, quality, or risk management preferred
Critical Access Hospital or rural healthcare experience preferred
CIC, CHSP, CEPS, or similar certification preferred
Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare safety, infection prevention, quality, or risk management preferred.
Health and safety–related certification (e.g., CIC, CHSP, CEPS, or other relevant credential) preferred.
Why Join Cherry County Hospital?
Work alongside a collaborative and supportive healthcare team
Make a direct impact on patient care, employee safety, and regulatory excellence
Opportunity to lead meaningful quality and safety initiatives in a rural healthcare setting
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Health Insurance: Co-pay or HSA plan options – 100% employee premium paid
Dental Insurance: 100% employee premium paid
Vision Insurance: 100% employee premium paid
$50,000 Group Life Insurance with AD&D
Long-Term Disability: 100% employee premium paid
Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
Optional Supplemental Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life & AD&D, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
Retirement Plan: 457 Plan with Pre-Tax and Roth contribution options
If you're passionate about creating a safe, high-quality healthcare environment, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Cherry County Hospital team!
Requirements
Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing, healthcare, public health, safety, or related field required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare safety, infection prevention, quality, or risk management preferred.
Experience in a Critical Access Hospital or rural healthcare environment preferred.
Health and safety–related certification (e.g., CIC, CHSP, CEPS, or other relevant credential) preferred.