Infection Control Nurse

Key Responsibilities

Surveillance and Monitoring

• Monitor and track healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) in patients and staff.
• Conduct routine surveillance to identify infection trends, outbreaks, or emerging infection risks.
• Review medical records and laboratory reports for patterns of infection.

Infection Control Policies and Procedures

• Develop, implement, and update infection control policies and procedures based on national and local guidelines (e.g., CDC, WHO).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and infection control protocols.
• Recommend improvements to infection control practices within the facility.

Education and Training

• Educate staff, patients, and visitors about infection prevention and control measures, including hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE), and isolation protocols.
• Provide training and workshops on infection prevention to new staff, clinical teams, and other healthcare professionals.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and modify as needed.

Infection Risk Assessment

• Conduct assessments of patient care areas to identify infection risks and ensure environmental cleanliness.
• Advise on infection control measures during patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Participate in infection prevention risk assessments, especially in high-risk areas (e.g., ICU, surgical suites).

Outbreak Management

• Investigate infection outbreaks and work with clinical teams to contain and control them.
• Collect and analyze data to identify the source of outbreaks and trends.
• Coordinate with public health authorities and regulatory bodies during outbreaks.

Data Collection and Reporting

• Collect, analyze, and report infection data to hospital leadership and relevant health authorities.
• Maintain accurate records of infection incidents and compliance with infection control measures.
• Prepare reports and statistical analysis on infection rates, trends, and outcomes.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with clinical staff, departments, and external agencies to ensure effective infection control practices.
• Act as a resource for healthcare workers regarding infection prevention techniques and clinical concerns.
• Assist with preparing infection control-related materials for audits or accreditation purposes.

Quality Improvement

• Participate in quality improvement projects related to infection prevention and control.
• Conduct audits and inspections to assess adherence to infection control guidelines.
• Recommend corrective actions based on audit findings and infection control practices.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to infection control, including OSHA and Joint Commission standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of infection prevention regulations and guidelines.

Interested candidate please share your resume on

7055514524 hrhead@gsmedicalcollege.in, hr2@gsmedicalcollege.com

or Walk-in Tuesday to Friday 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

GS Medical College & Hospital

Near Pilkhuwa Railway Station, Pilkhuwa, Hapur Uttar Pradesh