Infection Control Nurse

As an Infection Control Nurse at Dr. Moopens Medical College in Wayanad, Kerala, your primary responsibility is to contribute to the development and implementation of infection control strategies. Your role focuses on minimizing infection risks within the institution by enforcing best practices and monitoring infection trends. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop, implement, and evaluate infection control policies to ensure the institution's compliance with health regulations. - Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify areas susceptible to infection and recommend appropriate interventions. - Analyze infection surveillance data to detect trends and outbreaks, facilitating timely public health responses. - Train and educate healthcare staff on best practices for infection prevention, fostering a culture of safety and awareness. - Collaborate with other healthcare professionals in multidisciplinary teams to implement targeted infection control measures. - Respond to infection incidents and provide expert guidance to minimize further risks and promote recovery. - Report infection data to relevant authorities, ensuring transparency and accountability in infection control practices. - Stay updated on the latest infection control research and practices to continuously improve protocols and guidelines. **Qualifications and Skills:** - BSc Nursing (Basic computer skills required). - Teaching skills. - Understanding of infection prevention protocols, with an ability to develop and implement effective strategies to minimize infection risks (Mandatory skill). - Proficiency in data analysis to monitor and interpret infection trends, ensuring timely interventions (Mandatory skill). - Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements in healthcare settings, ensuring adherence to policies (Mandatory skill). - Strong grasp of epidemiology and a keen interest in staying informed about current and emerging infection risks. - Skilled in aseptic techniques, with a commitment to maintaining sterile environments to safeguard patient health. - Dedicated to promoting hand hygiene compliance across the institution, reinforcing its importance among healthcare teams. - Capable of accurate pathogen identification, enabling swift response to prevent the spread of infections. - Experience in antimicrobial stewardship, promoting the responsible use of antimicrobials to combat resistance.,