Role & responsibilities

1. Surveillance and Monitoring

- Track hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) such as MRSA, C. diff, etc.
- Monitor trends and patterns in infection rates.
- Use data to predict and prevent outbreaks.

1. Policy & Procedure Development

- Develop, implement, and update infection prevention policies.
- Ensure policies comply with guidelines from CDC, WHO, OSHA, and local health authorities.
- Collaborate with hospital administration to enforce standards.

1. Staff Education and Training

- Train healthcare workers on infection control protocols: hand hygiene, PPE, sterilization, etc.
- Provide orientation for new staff and continuous education for all.
- Update teams about new infections or changes in best practices.

1. Outbreak Investigation and Response

- Respond to infectious disease outbreaks quickly and efficiently.
- Lead containment efforts (quarantine, isolation procedures).
- Work with lab and diagnostic staff to identify sources.

1. Auditing and Compliance

- Conduct regular audits and inspections of wards and departments.
- Observe practices to ensure compliance with infection control guidelines.
- Provide feedback and corrective action plans if needed.

1. Patient and Public Communication

- Educate patients and families on infection risks and prevention.




- Offer guidance for managing infections at home (especially after discharge).

1. Reporting and Documentation

- Document infection cases and report them to public health authorities.
- Maintain up-to-date infection control records.
- Prepare reports and recommendations for hospital leadership.

1. Coordination with External Bodies

- Coordinate with public health departments and infection control agencies.
- Participate in community health initiatives and awareness campaigns.

Preferred candidate profile Education & Certification

- Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid license.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) highly preferred.
- Additional training in epidemiology, microbiology, or public health is a plus.

Experience

- 25+ years of nursing experience, preferably in:

- Critical care

- Emergency departments

- Surgical or medical wards
- 12+ years experience in infection prevention/control (ideal).
- Familiarity with infection surveillance systems (e.g., NHSN).

Perks and benefits

Skilled Growth

- Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees or certifications
- Continuing education credits (CEUs) support
- Career development pathways into leadership or education

Work-Life Balance

- Paid holidays

📌 Infection Control Nurse (Patna)
🏢 Ford Hospital and Research Centre (FHRC)
📍 Patna