Qualifications Experience Education GNM or Post-Basic Basic B Sc Nursing additional certification in infection control is preferred Experience Typically 2-5 years of clinical nursing experience prior exposure to infection control policy compliance or surveillance Preferences Experience in NABH-accredited settings or exposure to quality standards is a plus Key Responsibilities Surveillance Monitoring Reporting Conduct regular hospital rounds across wards including OT ICU CSSD OPD labs to monitor adherence to infection control protocols Collect and tabulate data on hospital-acquired infections HAI including patient details admission and onset dates infection types culture results and antibiotics administered Analyze trends maintain departmental statistics e g MRSA ESBL and prepare surveillance reports Respond promptly to outbreaks by identifying sources and coordinating containment measures with relevant departments Infection Prevention Protocol Compliance Oversee implementation of infection control protocols isolation hand hygiene disinfection terminal cleaning IV line care PPE usage Conduct audits e g hand hygiene compliance correct use of disinfectants biomedical waste management and report findings Training Education Coordination Lead education sessions and training programs for nursing housekeeping and support staff on infection control standards and practices Orient new staff to hospital infection prevention protocols and participate in committee meetings and workshops Coordinate with microbiologists sterile supply managers waste handlers and external agencies to ensure safe practices Vaccination Post-Exposure Management Ensure all hospital staff receive necessary vaccinations e g Hepatitis B flu manage needle-stick injuries and related post-exposure responses Job Type Full-time Pay From 30 000 00 per month Advantages Provident Fund Work Location In person

📌 Infection Control Nurse (icn) (Maharashtra)
🏢 SPF's HIRA MONGI NAVNEET HOSPITAL
📍 Maharashtra