JOB TITLE: INFECTION CONTROL COORDINATOR
JOB REF: ELLH208
HOSPITAL: EAMED LA LUCIA HOSPITAL
JOB TYPE: PERMANENT POST
WORKING HOURS: 40 HOURS
TIME CONDITIONS: DAYSHIFT
SALARY: R16 500 - R32 000
CLOSING DATE: 10 JUNE 2022

Minimum requirements:
Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a registered Nurse/Midwife or equivalent NQF7 qualification.
Relevant qualification and 2 years’ experience within a specialist area.
An Infection control related qualification would be preferred.
Advanced Computer Literacy.
Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation.

Key work output and accountabilities:
Practice patient care according to the Scope of practice of the Registered Nurse.
Maintain an up-to-date infection control file that is available and accessible to all nursing and house-keeping staff.
Ensure the provision of protective clothing for all staff and members of the public.
Include infection control in -service training.
Communicate effectively with staff regarding their care.
Investigate and monitor all injuries on duty claims.
Audit of health records to ensure compliance.
Ensure all stock is well controlled and managed, charged and credited appropriately.
Promote and maintain good public relations with patients, relatives, and visitors.

Desired Skills:
Registered Nurse
Infection Prevention and Control experience and knowledge
Health and safety experience and knowledge
Private hospital experience is an advantage

Interested Applicants who meet the requirements of the advert may apply here using this job portal. Candidates will be conducted shortly, Should you not be contacted in 14 days of your application, Please consider your application unsuccessful and thank you for your interest in our hospital.