Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator (Nurse)

About the role

The Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Coordinator/Nurse reports to the Nurse In-charge and leads IPC implementation initiatives that improve patient care outcomes and promote patient safety. The role chairs the hospital IPC Committee, monitors compliance through surveillance to prevent hospital-acquired infections, works with the housekeeping leadership team on environmental hygiene, cleaning and disinfection, and liaises with in-country IPC authorities and all hospital departments.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor, investigate and control hospital-acquired infections, advise nursing management on infectious patients and act as specialist advisor to all staff
• Take part in IPC audits, formulate clinical protocols and PPPGs, and chair the IPC committee
• Train staff on IPC policies and protocols, and develop training materials for patients and families
• Work with the Housekeeping Leadership Team on cleaning, disinfection and waste management, and on environmental hygiene audits
• Maintain the IPC data dashboard, advise on patient placement to reduce infection spread, and liaise with the laboratory on microbiological surveys
• Follow H&S policies, wear PPE, report incidents, and take part in spiritual ministry programs and in-service education

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a recognized institution; diploma nurses with a health-related degree are also considered
• Licensed to practice as a nurse
• At least 5 years of post-education experience, including at least 2 years in pediatric nursing
• Experience managing an IPC program, quality management certification (SafeCare or JCIA), and clinical policy formulation

Required skills

• Analytical and numerate skills, with excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Attention to detail, integrity, leadership and decision-making