Infection Control Nurse

1. Infection Prevention & Control Program

• Develop, implement, and evaluate hospital-wide infection prevention and control policies.
• Conduct routine infection surveillance and outbreak investigations.
• Implement measures to reduce the risk of HAIs, including hand hygiene protocols and environmental sanitation.
• Monitor compliance with hospital infection control guidelines and regulatory standards (CDC, WHO, OSHA, Joint Commission).

2. Surveillance & Reporting

• Track, analyze, and report hospital infection rates, trends, and outbreaks.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop strategies for infection reduction.
• Maintain records and submit reports to hospital administration and public health authorities as required.

3. Education & Training

• Train hospital staff on infection control practices, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and sterilization techniques.
• Conduct orientation sessions for new employees on infection prevention measures.
• Provide ongoing education on emerging infectious diseases and new infection control protocols.

4. Regulatory Compliance & Audits

• Ensure the hospital complies with infection control regulations from CDC, WHO, OSHA, and state health departments.
• Participate in infection control audits, inspections, and accreditation processes.
• Assist in the development and revision of hospital infection control policies to align with the latest healthcare standards.

5. Collaboration & Risk Management

• Work closely with hospital departments, including nursing, housekeeping, and laboratory teams, to minimize infection risks.
• Collaborate with public health agencies to report communicable diseases and coordinate response plans.
• Serve as a resource for hospital staff regarding infection control concerns and outbreak management.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

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

License/Certification:

• Nursing License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person