Infection Control Nurse

Job Title: Infection Control Nurse

Branch Name: Thanal Brain & Spine Medcity

Qualification: Bsc/Msc Nursing

Experience : 2-3 Years

Location: Kanhirode , Kannur

Employment Type: Full time

Department: Neurorehabilitation

1. Infection Surveillance:
   

   • Monitor and record hospital-acquired infections and track infection trends.
     

   • Conduct regular infection control rounds in all patient care areas.
     

2. Policy Implementation:
   

   • Develop, update, and enforce infection control policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
     

   • Ensure adherence to aseptic techniques and hygiene protocols across departments.
     

3. Training & Awareness:
   

   • Conduct regular training programs for nursing, medical, housekeeping, and support staff on infection control practices.
     

   • Promote hand hygiene and standard precaution compliance through awareness drives and demonstrations.
     

4. Audit & Compliance:
   

   • Perform infection control audits and report non-compliance to management.
     

   • Maintain records and documentation as per NABH / JCI / statutory requirements.
     

5. Outbreak Management:
   

   • Identify and manage infection outbreaks, coordinate isolation procedures, and implement corrective actions.
     

6. Sterilization & Disinfection:
   

   • Monitor sterilization, disinfection, and waste management processes.
     

   • Liaise with CSSD (Central Sterile Services Department) and housekeeping for maintaining infection-free environments.
     

7. Reporting & Documentation:
   

   • Prepare monthly and quarterly infection control reports for management and accreditation bodies.
     

   • Maintain surveillance data and analyze infection patterns.
     

8. Coordination:
   

   • Work closely with the Infection Control Committee and Quality Department to improve patient safety standards.
     

   • Liaise with laboratory and clinical departments for infection data collection and preventive measures.
     

Requirements

Required Skills and Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of infection control standards and guidelines (NABH, WHO, CDC).
  

• Strong observation, analytical, and reporting skills.
  

• Effective communication and leadership skills.
  

• Ability to train and influence multidisciplinary teams.
  

• Proficiency in MS Office and basic documentation tools.