Job Description

1. Position Summary

The Infection Control Nurse is responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control (IPC) activities across the hospital. This role ensures a safe, hygienic, and regulatory-compliant environment for mothers, newborns, children, patients, visitors, and healthcare staff. The ICN collaborates with clinical and non-clinical departments to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and maintain high standards of patient safety.

2. Key ResponsibilitiesA. Surveillance & Monitoring

Conduct daily surveillance of hospital-acquired infections in all departments (NICU, PICU, Labour Room, OT, Wards). Monitor device-associated infections (e.g., CLABSI, VAP, CAUTI) and report trends. Track outbreaks and unusual infection patterns; initiate prompt containment measures. Maintain updated infection control databases, logs, and dashboards.

B. Audits & Inspections

Perform routine audits for: Hand hygiene compliance Biomedical waste management Sterilization & disinfection processes Isolation precautions Housekeeping, laundry, and kitchen hygiene Audit NICU/ PICU aseptic practices and labour room protocols. Record findings and share actionable improvement reports with department heads.

C. Infection Prevention Practices

Ensure adherence to standard precautions and transmission-based precautions. Monitor sterilization cycle indicators, autoclave performance, and CSSD documentation. Validate and monitor cleaning and fumigation protocols in OTs and procedure rooms. Oversee vaccination compliance for all hospital staff (e.g., Hepatitis B, COVID-19).

D. Training & Awareness

Conduct regular training sessions for nursing, housekeeping, clinical, and support staff on: Hand hygiene practices PPE usage Biomedical waste segregation Aseptic techniques Needle-stick injury management Spill management protocols Promote infection control awareness events (e.g., Hand Hygiene Day).

E. Policy & Protocol Development

Assist in formulating and updating IPC policies, guidelines, SOPs, and checklists. Ensure compliance with national guidelines such as: NABH standards IPC guidelines by MoHFW, ICMR Biomedical Waste Management Rules Participate in safety committee meetings and review IPC metrics.

F. Outbreak Management

Identify and investigate potential outbreaks in NICU, wards, or labour room. Coordinate sample collection and lab liaison. Recommend isolation, cohorting, or other containment measures. Prepare incident reports and root-cause analyses (RCA).

G. Reporting

Submit weekly & monthly infection control reports to ICO and management. Maintain records of needle-stick injuries, staff exposures, and PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis). Document HAI rates and compliance audit scores.

3. Qualifications & Experience

Education:

B.Sc Nursing / GNM (Preference: Specialization or certification in Infection Control).

Experience:

Minimum 1-3 years of clinical nursing experience. Prior infection control experience preferred, especially in mother & child or multispecialty hospital.

Certifications (Preferred):

Infection Control Certification (e.g., CIC, ICN training, NABH workshops). Basic Life Support (BLS).

4. Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of hygiene standards, aseptic techniques, and IPC regulations. Excellent observational and audit skills. Good communication skills for training & staff engagement. Ability to handle outbreak situations calmly and proactively. Proficiency in documentation and data management. Team coordination and cross-functional collaboration.

5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Hand hygiene compliance rate Reduction in device-associated infection rates Compliance with biomedical waste segregation Completion of IPC audits and staff training Timely reporting of IPC data Effective outbreak prevention and response

6. Working Conditions

Requires interaction with patients, newborns, children, staff, and hospital departments. May require extended hours during outbreaks, audits, or emergencies. Mandatory adherence to PPE and safety protocols.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Work Location: In person