Infection Prevention Project Nurse

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
 
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Infection Prevention Project Nurse - Clinical Support Nurse
Fixed Term, Part Time Role – 48 Hours per Fortinght 
 
Are you passionate for infection prevention and quality improvement?
We are offering a part-time, fixed-term opportunity to join our Infection Prevention team as a Project Nurse in a parental leave cover role, from 12th January 2026 until 5th October 2026
 
Position Overview:
In this part-time fixed-term role, you will be responsible for leading and managing infection prevention quality improvement projects. These projects will involve audits, surveillance activities, and research initiatives, all designed to reduce infections and enhance patient safety. 

Working alongside a team of experienced infection prevention nurses and healthcare professionals, you will contribute to the development and implementation of evidence-based infection prevention strategies aligned with Peter Mac's strategic priorities.

This role provides the opportunity to take on a clinical leadership position and contribute to improving patient outcomes through effective infection prevention practices, all while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

•    Lead and manage infection prevention quality improvement projects, including audits, surveillance, and research activities.

•    Collaborate with Infection Prevention Nurses and multidisciplinary teams to implement strategic infection prevention priorities.

•    Develop and execute project plans under the guidance of the Infection Prevention Manager and CNCs.

•    Monitor, report on, and analyse project progress using data management tools and Microsoft 365.

•    Contribute to the continuous improvement of infection prevention practices, in line with National Quality Standards.

Essential Requirements:

•    AHPRA Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience.

•    Demonstrated experience or strong interest in Infection Prevention.

•    Strong understanding of clinical risk management practices.

•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

•    Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

•    Experience in data management and proficiency in Microsoft 365.

•    Commitment to quality improvement and patient safety.

•    Ability to influence and drive change in clinical practice.

•    Desirable Requirements:

•    Consideration to work towards accreditation as a Nurse Immuniser.

•    Interest in training as a Hand Hygiene Auditor.

•    Recent experience or demonstrated interest in project management.
 
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is a world leader in cancer research, education, and treatment. As an internal staff member, you will be part of a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team, working together to enhance infection prevention strategies and improve patient care. This parental leave cover position offers you the chance to take on a clinical leadership role while balancing a part-time schedule.

Remuneration as per Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement Clinical Support Nurse (RN28): $110, full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time). To be discussed with Hiring Manager.

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment. 

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary.
 
Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: Stephanie Spilsbury
Contact Number:
Email: Stephanie.,org
 
Applications Close: 11:59PM Sunday 09 November 2025

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Position Summary

The role of the Infection Prevention Project Nurse is to work on a range of infection prevention quality improvement projects which may involve audit, surveillance activities or projects using research methodologies and principles targeting priority infections, surveillance, or quality improvement opportunities. This is a position of clinical leadership and accountability that aligns with Peter Mac's values, with a focus on improving health outcomes for patients. You will be working along-side experienced infection prevention nurses with expertise in surveillance and clinical audit who share knowledge and assist each other in project management contributing to the effective management and coordination of infection prevention initiatives.

The Infection Prevention Project Nurse will work as a member of the Infection Prevention team to develop and implement the dedicated project role in line with infection prevention strategic priorities. Working independently and in collaboration with the multidisciplinary leadership team, supported by the Infection Prevention CNCs and under the direction of the IP Manager. 

Enterprise Agreement

Nurses and Midwives

Classification or Salary Range

Clinical Support Nurse – QRED 1

Immunisation Risk Category

Category A: Position involving direct patient contact, potential for exposure to blood, body fluid, human tissue specimens during course of a normal working day

Key Relationships

Internal

• Director of Quality and Patient Safety 
• Infectious Diseases physicians
• Microbiology team
• Chief Nursing Officer
• Nursing, Medical and Allied Health Leaders

External

• Victorian Nosocomial Infection Surveillance System (VICNISS)
• Department of Health and Human Services
• Western Public Health Unit (WPHU)
• Australian Commission for Safety and Quality in Healthcare

Skills

Essential Requirements 

• AHPRA Registered Nurse
• Relevant experience or evidence of an interest in Infection Prevention
• Registered Nurse with at least 3 years post graduate experience
• Excellent understanding of clinical risk management
• High level of communication both written and verbal 
• Ability to work effectively as a part of a team as well as independently without supervision.
• Experienced in data management 
• Experience with Microsoft 365 software products.
• Commitment to quality improvement in line with the National Quality Standards.
• Demonstrated capacity to influence others on matters of safety.
• Capacity to apply evidence to support clinical practice.

Desirable Requirements 

• Consider working toward accreditation as a Nurse Immuniser
• Consider training as a Hand Hygiene Auditor
• Recent experience or evidence of an interest in project management

Attributes

• Embodies the values of the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
• Ability to prioritise competing and conflicting requests/requirements
• Excellent organization skills and ability to work to deadlines
• Adaptable and an innovative thinker
• Proven people and communication skills including the capacity to build cooperation and resolve conflict.
• Ability to positively engage with others

Key Accountabilities

1.Surveillance of hospital associated infections including

• Undertakes training in investigations of outbreaks and incidents within or related to the IP service and provides timely reports and recommendations to minimise risk.
• Positively influences practice changes to meet standards, practice guidelines and evidenced based practice.

2. Data Analysis and reporting

• VICNISS reporting MRSA, VRE, C.diff, SSI, CLIP, Hand hygiene (National) & Occupational exposures monthly
• Quarterly VICNISS and KPI reports to Infection Prevention Committee and Quality Committees 
• Participates in analysis of the annual health care worker influenza program and maintenance of the staff vaccination database.
• Employs the skills of timely and effective communication with healthcare personnel and teams to guide and achieve optimal patient/ performance outcomes.

3. Continual professional development

• Maintains mandatory training requirements specified by Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

Key Accountabilities (Contd..)

4. Teaching and research 

• Trained in planning and delivery of orientation requirements for new staff including Medical and Nursing. 
• Provides education of staff at a formal and informal level to the Parkville and other campuses.
• Trained in supporting the clinical workforce via the IP liaison program with monthly updates.

5.Quality Improvement

• Promotes a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating monitoring of practice. Contributes to the design of interventions to improve clinical practice.
• Contributes to policy development and review, procedure and clinical practice protocols.
• Work effectively with consumers to optimise patient experience by evaluating IP programs and services

6.Other Duties 

• Assist with annual influenza vaccination planning including timetabling and organizing vaccinators.
• Assist with maintenance of the staff vaccination database.
• Managing of Occupational Exposure program including educating occupational exposure coordinators. 
• Other duties as directed

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

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