Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Infection Control for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Infection Control
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Infection Control Specialist in Augusta, GA. This position involves overseeing infection prevention and control programs within the healthcare organization. The role requires ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, conducting surveillance, and collaborating with clinical teams to enhance patient safety.
Job Details:
Schedule: Rotating shift, Monday through Friday from 7:30/8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with on-call duties required one week per month, usually covered by phone. Shift hours are approximately 8 hours per day for at least 40 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. RN (Registered Nurse) license for a single state or RN-Compact (multi-state) license. Certification in Infection Control within 2 years. A minimum of 2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role. At least 1 year of experience in infection prevention. Demonstrated knowledge of epidemiology, surveillance, data collection and analysis; knowledge of Infection Prevention guidelines, OSHA, regulatory requirements, and CDC guidelines is essential. Strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent teamwork, and relationship-building abilities are necessary.
Preferred Qualifications: CIC certification preferred. Minimum of 3-5 years as an Infection Preventionist in an acute care hospital environment.
Additional Information: The position is located at 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA. The candidate is expected to work business attire or scrubs. The position duration is from 09/07/2026 to 12/07/2026.
Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Posted Date: 2026-09-17
Cross Country Job ID #1304140. 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.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Numbers & Facts
Location
Augusta, GA
Skills
Acute Careunmatched
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)unmatched
Clinical Nursingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
Data Collectionunmatched
Epidemiologyunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Infection Controlunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Nursingunmatched
OSHAunmatched
Patient Safetyunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Surveillanceunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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