Infection Control Nurse

Job Summary

We are hiring on behalf of a well-established, multi-specialty hospital . We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Infection Control Nurse (ICN) to support and strengthen infection prevention practices within our healthcare facility. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Nurse with strong clinical experience and a focused background in infection control, surveillance, and compliance with healthcare safety standards.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring patient safety, staff protection, and adherence to infection prevention protocols across the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

· Monitor, prevent, and control hospital-acquired infections through effective infection control practices.

· Conduct regular surveillance, audits, and risk assessments related to infection prevention.

· Implement and monitor infection control policies, procedures, and guidelines.

· Educate and train healthcare staff on infection prevention protocols, hand hygiene, PPE usage, and isolation practices.

· Investigate infection outbreaks and prepare reports with corrective and preventive action plans.

· Ensure compliance with national and international infection control standards and accreditation requirements.

· Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, microbiology teams, and hospital administration.

· Maintain accurate documentation and infection control records.

Qualifications

Education

· Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) – Mandatory

· Certification in Infection Control (CIC) – Preferred

(Must be obtained within 2 years of hire if not already certified)

Licensure & Certifications

· Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice

· CIC certification from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) is highly preferred

Experience

· Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience in a healthcare setting

· 1–2 years of experience in infection control or epidemiology, preferably in a hospital or healthcare facility

Key Skills Competencies

· Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control practices

· Attention to detail and strong observational skills

· Excellent communication and training abilities

· Analytical and reporting skills

· Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment

· Commitment to patient safety and quality care

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 per month

Experience:

• clinical nursing: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person