Infection Control Coordinator

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

A private hospital group based in the Rustenburg and Pretoria region is seeking to employ an Infection Control Coordinator to aid and assist the hospital employees in the management of prevention, identification, and control of infections in patients and employees. The successful candidate will be responsible to plan, develop and implement an infection control Programme for the hospital using infection control standards and international best practice.

Minimum requirements:

• Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a registered Nurse/Midwife or equivalent NQF7 qualification.
• Relevant qualification and 2 years’ experience within a specialist area.
• An Infection control related qualification would be preferred.
• Advanced Computer Literacy.
• Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation.

Key work output and accountabilities

• Practice patient care according to the Scope of practice of the Registered Nurse.
• Maintain an up-to-date infection control file that is available and accessible to all nursing and house-keeping staff.
• Ensure the provision of protective clothing for all staff and members of the public.
• Include infection control in -service training.
• Communicate effectively with staff regarding their care.
• Investigate and monitor all injuries on duty claims.
• Audit of health records to ensure compliance.
• Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed, charged and credited appropriately.
• Promote and maintain good public relations with patients, relatives, and visitors.

Desired Skills:

• Registered Nurse
• Infection Prevention and Control experience and knowledge
• Health and safety experience and knowledge
• Private hospital experience is an advantage
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Desired Work Experience: 2 to 5 years

 

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