Infection Prevention and Control Nurse | Perth

• Assisting with end-to-end Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) processes;
• Promoting safe and effective infection prevention and control practices across the hospital;
• Coaching, guiding, and educating staff on IPC best practice;
• Participating in and coordinating case review investigations;
• Demonstrating strong knowledge of IPC guidelines, standards, and requirements within healthcare settings;
• Communicating information clearly and concisely while actively listening and engaging with individuals and teams;
• Working effectively in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and commitment to best practice;
• Influencing staff, managers, and VMOs while supporting data collection and analysis to uphold high standards;
• Collaborating with clinical teams to identify and manage healthcare-associated infections and implement transmission-minimising strategies;
• Coordinating daily IPC service activities, including auditing and targeted surveillance of healthcare-associated infections;
• Preparing reports and supporting infection prevention performance monitoring.

REQUIREMENTS

• Current Registration with AHPRA;
• Knowledge of IPC Programs;
• 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;
• Completed or currently working towards postgraduate studies or courses relevant to IPC. E.g. Post Graduate Certificate or Master's in Infection Prevention and Control or Australasian College of Infection Prevention and Control (ACIPC) Foundations Course;
• Registered Nurse Immuniser (or evidence of currently working towards achievement) (desirable);
• Hand Hygiene - Standard Auditor (desirable).

BENEFITS

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals;
• Discounted health insurance;
• Continuous professional development, education & support are provided to encourage growth.

Situated in Perth, the hospital offers an extensive array of services across various adult medical specialties. Notably, the Angiography suite operates as a highly active unit, performing more than 4,120 coronary and vascular procedures each year, and its services continue to expand. The Cath Labs within this suite offer a wide range of specialized services, including coronary angiograms, percutaneous coronary intervention, electrophysiology with 3D mapping ablations, FFR and IVUS procedures, cardiac implantable devices, vascular interventions, and complex cases involving structural heart issues such as PFOs, LAAOs, TAVI, and Mitral Valve prosthetic implantations. The hospital benefits from a dedicated and experienced team of nursing staff and radiographers who consistently provide top-quality care and service.

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