Infection Control Nurse

• Roles & Responsibilities
• 1. Infection Prevention & Controlmplement and monitor the Hospital Infection Control Program as per NABH standards
• Ensure compliance with standard precautions and transmission-based precautions
• Monitor hand hygiene practices and conduct regular audits
• Ensure proper use of PPE (gloves, masks, gowns, etc.)

2. Surveillance & Monitoring

• Conduct HAI surveillance (CAUTI, CLABSI, VAP, SSI, etc.)
• Collect, analyze, and report infection data monthly
• Maintain infection rate statistics and trend analysis
• Coordinate with microbiology for culture and sensitivity reports

3. NABH Documentation & Audit

• Prepare and maintain all NABH-related infection control documents
• Participate in internal audits and NABH assessments
• Ensure policy adherence and corrective actions for non-conformities
• Maintain records for sterilization, BMW, and infection control indicators

4. Biomedical Waste Management

• Monitor BMW segregation, collection, transport, and disposal
• Train staff on color coding and BMW guidelines
• Conduct regular BMW audits and maintain records

5. Sterilization & CSSD Monitoring

• Monitor sterilization processes (ETO, Autoclave, Plasma, etc.)
• Maintain sterilization indicators and logbooks
• Ensure OT and ward infection control compliance

6. Training & Education

• Conduct infection control training for staff, doctors, and housekeeping
• Organize hand hygiene day, infection control week activities
• Provide orientation training for new employees

7. Outbreak Management

• Identify, investigate, and manage infection outbreaks
• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Report outbreaks to management and authorities if required

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of NABH infection control standards
• Audit and documentation skills
• Good communication and training skills
• Data analysis and reporting ability
• Team coordination and leadership skills

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reduction in hospital-acquired infection rates
• NABH audit compliance
• Hand hygiene compliance percentage
• BMW compliance rate
• Training effectiveness
• B.Sc Nursing / GNM
• Valid State Nursing Council Registration
• Certification or training in Infection Control / NABH preferred
• Minimum 5–7 years of hospital experience (ICU/OT experience preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person