Infection Control Nurse

Infection Surveillance:

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




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

Policy Implementation:

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




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

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.

Audit & Compliance:

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




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

Outbreak Management:

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

Sterilization & Disinfection:

• Monitor sterilization, disinfection, and waste management processes.




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

Reporting & Documentation:

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




• Maintain surveillance data and analyze infection patterns.

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.