Infection Control Nurse Fathima Hospital kannur

Infection Control Nurse Key Responsibilities:
• Infection Prevention and Control:
• Develop, implement, and monitor infection control policies and procedures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases within the healthcare facility.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential sources of infection and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to infection control.
• Surveillance and Data Collection:
• Monitor and track infection rates within the facility, identifying trends, outbreaks, and areas for improvement.
• Collect, analyze, and report data on healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) to relevant stakeholders, including hospital administration and public health agencies.
• Education and Training:
• Provide ongoing education and training to healthcare staff on infection control practices, including hand hygiene, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and sterilization techniques.
• Develop and distribute educational materials for staff, patients, and visitors to promote infection prevention.
• Policy Development and Implementation:
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and update infection control policies and procedures.
• Ensure that infection control policies are effectively communicated and implemented throughout the facility.
• Outbreak Management:
• Lead the response to infection outbreaks within the facility, coordinating efforts to contain and manage the situation.
• Conduct investigations to determine the source of infection and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Ensure the healthcare facility meets all regulatory and accreditation standards related to infection control.
• Prepare for and participate in inspections and audits by regulatory bodies.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and hospital administrators, to promote a culture of safety and infection prevention.
• Serve as a liaison between the healthcare facility and public health agencies.
• Quality Improvement:
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to infection prevention and control.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of infection control measures and recommend changes to improve outcomes.
• Patient and Family Education:
• Educate patients and their families about infection prevention, especially in the context of their care plans and home care after discharge.
• Provide guidance on infection control practices for patients with communicable diseases.

Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing or Public Health preferred.
• Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Certification: Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required or must be obtained within a specified time after hire.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in infection control or a related field.
• Skills:
• Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.

Working Conditions:
• Full-time position, with some on-call responsibilities in the event of an outbreak or emergency.
• May require occasional travel to different healthcare facilities within the organization.

This description can be tailored to fit the specific needs and requirements of the healthcare facility in which the Infection Control Nurse will work.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Schedule:
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Rotational shift

Education:
• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:
• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
• total work: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
• Nursing License (Required)

Work Location: In person Read more