Sr Infection Prevention Pract RN

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Day

Position Summary

The Infection Prevention Level II Infection Preventionist is responsible for assisting with the development, implementation, coordination, and monitoring of the Infection Prevention Program for an assigned hospital. The Senior Infection Preventionist (Sr. IP) serves as a subject matter expert in infection prevention with specialized proficiency in clinical data analysis, regulatory interpretation, and workflow optimization. In addition to core IP responsibilities, the Sr. IP leads system-wide process improvement initiatives, mentors team members, and partners with leadership to drive strategic infection control goals.

Hospital-based leaders may have a dual matrixed reporting structure.

Responsibilities

• Leads infection prevention projects targeting workflow efficiency and HAI reduction.

• Analyzes complex clinical and operational data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.

• Partners with IT/data teams to optimize electronic surveillance tools and automate processes.

• Develops and implements scalable strategies to improve compliance and reduce variation.

• Coaches and mentors other IPs; supports onboarding and competency development.

• Participates in multidisciplinary leadership forums to align IP strategies with broader quality goals.

• Demonstrate competency in ID-PDSA principles.

• Experience with process improvement and other Quality tools

Requirements

• Advanced Degree in Nursing (MSN, PhD, DNP, ARNP) or other healthcare related fields

• Registered Nurse with a valid license

• 5 years and current clinical experience in a hospital or ambulatory setting.

• Experience in Infection Prevention and Control required

• Certification in Infection Control (CIC)

• Internal candidates’ experience and performance may be considered in lieu of education.

About Tacoma General Hospital

MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic and robotic surgery, Tacoma General combines innovation with compassionate care. Home to the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s, our collaborative, mission-driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence.

About the Tacoma Community

Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone — outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it’s a city where you can live, work and play.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $145,808.00 - $205,545.60 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.