Infection Control Coordinator

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Permanent Part Time 64 hours/fortnight at John Flynn Private Hospital
About The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and qualified Registered Nurse or Clinical Nurse to step into the role of Infection Control Clinical Coordinator at John Flynn Private Hospital.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Clinical Services, the successful applicant is responsible for maintaining the infection prevention and control programs to ensure safety and quality with the hospital. This position is a role model and acts as a resource for all clinical and non-clinical departments in all areas related to the prevention and management of risks associated with infection control.

About You
You will have a strong commitment to customer service, display professional communication and interpersonal skills and also meet the following essential criteria:

• Current AHPRA registration as Registered Nurse
• Previous experience within Infection Control or an active desire to enhance and develop Infection Control skills.
• High level critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• The ability to successfully work as a team member and independently when required
• Excellent computer skills using the MS office suite of programs
• Demonstrate ability to work as a motivated, enthusiastic and positive role model for all clinical and non-clinical disciplines and services within the hospital environment
• Excellent work ethic and time management skills accepting responsibility to implement and maintain Infection Control programs ensuring safety and quality within the facility, in conjunction with the Director of Clinical Services
• Support developmental growth of nominated staff in Infection Control roles
• Obtain a Hand Hygiene Auditor Certificate
• Post grad qualification in Infection Prevention & Control is desirable, not essential

Remuneration
$103,650 to $111,521 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances.

What's in it for you?
Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.

Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you'll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

The Hospital
John Flynn Private Hospital is a 354 bed, acute care hospital located at Tugun, which is on the southern end of the Gold Coast, within 5 minutes from the Gold Coast Airport. The hospital provides services to the population of the Gold Coast and the Tweed Coast extending into the NSW Northern Rivers area.

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with 72 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of 'People Caring for People' since 1964.

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply
All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Jo Brocket, Assistant Director of Nursing

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Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available