National Infection Control and Prevention Nurse Consultant

2 weeks ago


Alexandria, Australia GenesisCare Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Infection Prevention and Control Specialist to join our team at GenesisCare. As a National Infection Control and Prevention Nurse Consultant, you will play a critical role in maintaining our commitment to upholding stringent infection prevention and control standards across our diverse range of healthcare facilities and services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide strong, effective leadership and mentorship to staff regarding infection control principles.
  • Ensure the provision of quality clinical care, in respect to clinical indicators within ACHS guidelines and Health Care benchmarking, including liaison with medical practitioners.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive infection control programs, including preparation of reports, improvement activities, and action planning.
  • Maintain a system for the collection, evaluation, reporting, and monitoring of data in relation to hospital-associated infections.
  • Review infection control education and mandatory training, and develop strategies to improve compliance.
  • Conduct hand hygiene compliance and auditing, and facilitate improvement activities to ensure high compliance and standards.
  • Review infection control incidents and develop strategies to prevent future occurrences.
  • Oversee staff health management, including immunization, occupational exposure, and participation in the management of the Respiratory Protection program.
  • Implement appropriate standard and transmission-based precautions within the organization.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with other craft groups nationally at GenesisCare.
Requirements
  • A commitment to engage and align with GenesisCare's purpose and values.
  • Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with a minimum 5 years full-time equivalent post-qualification experience, and at least 3 years full-time equivalent experience in Infection Prevention and Control with postgraduate nursing qualifications.
  • Postgraduate studies.
  • Accredited NHHI Hand Hygiene Auditor Educator (or working towards).
  • Previous comprehensive senior nursing experience within a hospital environment.
  • Proven experience in managing KPI datasets, including monitoring of activity targets and infection rates.
  • Core knowledge of The Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS) national standards and implementation and monitoring of quality activities to support these standards.
  • Demonstrated evidence of strategies used to maintain current knowledge of clinical practice advances and research in the relevant specialty.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers, and the multidisciplinary healthcare team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs.
  • Understanding and participation in risk management, work health and safety, and quality improvement in the workplace.
  • A current driver's license.
Desirable Qualifications
  • Affiliation and membership with professional IPC-related associations at national or international levels.
  • Credentialled Infection Prevention and Control professional.
  • Understanding of IPC risks and implications in large and geographically diverse organizations.
  • Experience in undertaking and participating effectively in a team and collaborating across multidisciplinary services.
  • Experience in accreditation processes, including preparation and participation.
  • Experience in leading and participating in improvement projects.
  • Experience in development, implementation, and evaluation of IPC education.
  • Computer literacy.
About GenesisCare

By joining GenesisCare, you will be part of a highly progressive and passionate team of healthcare professionals and support staff, united by a common purpose: to design care experiences that deliver the best possible life outcomes. We are committed to innovation and working together to drive better life outcomes for patients around the world.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including Qantas membership discount, gym membership discount, 12 weeks paid parental leave, and Bupa discount.
  • Access to free confidential support, including financial, nutritional, and wellbeing coaching, legal advice, and counseling.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. In line with the Public Health Order, all GenesisCare employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. To be eligible for consideration, all recruits must provide evidence of vaccination and comply with the requirements of the Public Health Order prior to appointment.



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