Q: What certifications are commonly held by infection control nurses?

Infection control nurses may hold Basic Life Support ( BLS ) or Certified in Infection Control ( CIC ), among others.

Question 1

How much do staff Infection Control Nurse jobs pay?

Accepted Answer

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, May 25th 2026, the average hourly salary for a Infection Control Nurse is $35 per hour, but can pay up to $40 per hour.

Question 2

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

Accepted Answer

As of Monday, May 25th 2026, Vivian has 30 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,583 per hour on average, and up to $3,323 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Question 3

Where can I learn more about working as a Infection Control Nurse?

Accepted Answer

Take a look at Vivian's Infection Control Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

Question 4

What is an Infection Control Nurse?

Accepted Answer

An infection control nurse is a registered nurse who specializes in enforcing sanitation and infection-control protocols in healthcare settings and the community, implementing best practices for halting the spread of disease, and monitoring the care of patients who’ve contracted infectious diseases. Also known as infection prevention nurses, ICNs are indispensable members of today’s healthcare teams as they strive to ensure healthcare centers remain safe and sanitary. Nurses who enjoy introducing new ideas and solving puzzles find a career in infection control consistently stimulating and highly rewarding.

Question 5

What certifications are commonly held by infection control nurses?

Accepted Answer

Infection control nurses may hold Basic Life Support (BLS) or Certified in Infection Control (CIC), among others.

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