Hospital Infection Control Nurse

Synopsis of a Hospital Infection control Nurse

The Hospital Infection Control Nurse is responsible for implementing and managing infection prevention and control programs across the hospital. This role involves monitoring, educating, and ensuring compliance with infection control protocols to safeguard patient and staff health.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Infection Control Program Implementation**:

- Develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention and control policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and Central government directives related to infection control.
- **Surveillance and Reporting**:

- Conduct ongoing surveillance of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
- Monitor and report infection data to relevant stakeholders, including hospital administration and public health authorities.
- Investigate outbreaks and incidents of infection within the hospital.
- **Education and Training**:

- Provide education and training to hospital staff on infection prevention and control practices.
- Conduct orientation sessions for new employees and regular training updates for existing staff.
- Develop educational materials and resources on infection control topics.
- **Risk Assessment and Management**:

- Conduct infection control risk assessments in various hospital departments.
- Recommend and implement corrective actions to reduce infection risks.
- Collaborate with the hospital's quality improvement team to enhance infection control measures.
- **Policy Development and Review**:

- Assist in the development and periodic review of infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensure policies are updated according to the latest evidence-based practices and regulatory requirements.
- **Hand Hygiene and Aseptic Techniques**:

- Promote and monitor adherence to hand hygiene practices among healthcare workers.
- **Antimicrobial Stewardship**:

- Collaborate with the antimicrobial stewardship team to monitor and promote the appropriate use of antibiotics.
- Participate in efforts to reduce antimicrobial resistance within the hospital.
- **Environmental Hygiene**:

- Monitor and advise on cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization practices in all hospital areas.
- Ensure that proper waste management procedures are followed.
- **Patient and Visitor Education**:

- Provide infection prevention education to patients and their families.
- Advise on isolation precautions and visitor restrictions when necessary.
- **Data Collection and Analysis**:

- Collect, analyze, and interpret infection control data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Prepare reports and presentations for the Infection Control Committee and hospital management.
- **Compliance and Accreditation**:

- Ensure the hospital meets all accreditation standards related to infection control (e.g., NABH, NABL).
- Participate in external audits and inspections related to infection control.
- **Emergency Preparedness**:

- Develop and implement infection control plans for emergency situations, such as pandemics or outbreaks.
- Collaborate with hospital management on contingency planning for infection control emergencies.
- **Committee Participation**:

- Actively participate in hospital committees related to infection control, quality assurance, and patient safety.
- Provide expertise and recommendations on infection control issues during committee meetings.

**Qualifications**:

- **Education**: Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent. A specialized certification in Infection Control (CIC) is highly desirable.
- **Experience**: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in infection control or a related field within a healthcare setting.
- **Skills**: Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency in data analysis and infection control software.
- **Knowledge**: In-depth understanding of infection prevention principles, microbiology, epidemiology, and relevant regulatory requirements.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹20,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Morning shift

Supplemental Pay:

- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Nursing: 2 years (required)
- total work: 2 years (preferred)

License/Certification:

- Nursing License (required)

Work Location: In person