Infection Prevention

2 days ago

Hobart, Australia Calvary Full time

Key co-working Infection Prevention and Control role within a small Quality and Risk Management team
32 hours per fortnight

About the role

The Infection Prevention & Control Coordinator provides evidence based support and leadership in the provision of both safe patient care and work practice environments. You'll provide daily, routine and project assessment, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on IPC risks and outcomes. Join the leadership team across both the Lenah Valley and St John's Hospitals.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, evaluate and report on key IPC activities to meet the requirements of local, state and national protocols, guidelines and the Quality & Safety Health Service Standards
Undertake staff immunisation assessments, surveillance, investigations and process audits including regular reporting and feedback to staff
Provide collaborative leadership and expert advice and liaison for patient management and organisational IPC risks, including outbreak and contact tracing events
Active engagement and representation with key stakeholders and networks regarding specialist advice, strategies and updates

What you bring

AHPRA Registration (required), Nurse Immuniser and/or Hand Hygiene auditor endorsements (desirable)
Excellent skills in problem-solving, communication, coordination and time management
High level computer skills including MS Office, recruitment and surveillance software, and hospital patient and pathology systems
Person centred approach to supporting staff, patients and families in communicating IPC risks and system features

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