Infection Prevention and Control Nurse

 The Opportunity

Our Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) team is seeking an experienced infection control nurse for a permanent full time /permanent part time position. The role will be reporting to the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) Manager, you will join a team dedicated to the infection surveillance, prevention and control program in our high acuity hospital.

·         Assist with end-to-end IPC processes

·         Promote safe, effective Infection Prevention Control practices

·         Coach, guide and educate staff in best practice

·         Participate and coordinate case review investigations

About You

·         You will be an experienced Infection Prevention and Control Nurse who has an excellent understanding of IPC guidelines, standards and requirements for healthcare settings.

·         You are able to convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message, listening actively to others.  

·         You will enjoy working in a fast environment, have excellent attention to detail and be a strong advocate for embedding best practice.

·         You will be experienced in influencing staff, managers and VMOs, enjoy the collection and analysis of data and be able to advocate for the highest of standards.

·         You will work closely with clinical teams across the hospital to identify and manage healthcare-associated infections and support the implementation of transmission-minimising strategies. Coordinating daily Infection Prevention and Control service activities, including auditing and targeted surveillance of healthcare-associated infections.

·         Prepare reports.

To be successful in your application, you will:

·         Hold AHPRA registration (essential)

·         Have excellent knowledge of IPC Programs

·         Have excellent communication skills and a strong desire to collaborate with internal stakeholders

·         Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

·         Sound computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite & database management

Mandatory:

• Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) is required for this role
• Completed or currently working towards postgraduate studies or courses relevant to IPC. For e.g. Post Graduate Certificate or Master in Infection Prevention and Control or Australasian College of Infection Prevention and Control (ACIPC) Foundations Course

Desirable:

• Registered Nurse Immuniser (or evidence of currently working towards achievement)
• Hand Hygiene - Standard Auditor

If you have demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and experience in infection prevention and control, we encourage you to apply.

About Us

Located near King’s Park, Mount Private Hospital is Western Australia’s leading private provider of Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery supported by the largest private Critical Care Unit (CCU). While we are at the heart of private cardiac services in our state, with 224 beds, we bring the same clinical excellence to other specialities such as orthopaedics, neurosurgery, vascular surgery, and general surgery.

A state executive team, our corporate services team and the Healthscope network support Mount Private Hospital.

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families.

·         Discounted health insurance

·         Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate, and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

To Apply 

Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to recruitment@healthsocope.com.au

More Information Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check and evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.