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.