Infection Prevention Control- CNM2

• Provide consultancy services to all departments regarding infection prevention and control issues, supporting the identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of appropriate measures.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with departments and medical staff to identify and resolve infection prevention concerns.
• Develop and maintain ongoing healthcare surveillance systems, identifying risks and trends, and working with departmental leadership to address issues. Conduct epidemiological investigations and participate in environmental surveillance rounds as required.
• Investigate and review incidents or accidents involving patients, staff, or equipment where appropriate.
• Review new equipment for compliance with decontamination requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the infection prevention and control programme, including preparing annual assessments and improvement plans where required.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate patient care records.
• Prepare quarterly reports for the infection prevention and control committee, including data analysis, findings, and improvement actions.
• Develop, maintain, and update organisation-wide policies and procedures related to infection prevention and control, and review department-specific policies for consistency and compliance.
• Foster a supportive environment within the Infection Prevention and Control Department through regular collaboration with the Head of Infection Prevention and Control.
• Monitor infection prevention practices through audits, including environmental audits.
• Promote a safe clinical environment in line with health and safety and risk management standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current regulatory, scientific, and clinical guidance, including international best practices (e.g., CDC guidance).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, including Joint Commission International (JCI) and Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA).
• Deliver training and presentations on infection prevention and employee health during orientation and within departments.
• Develop and deliver educational programmes to raise awareness of infection risks across clinical areas.
• Review and continuously improve infection prevention systems and practices.
• Promote a culture that supports effective infection prevention and control practices across the organisation.
• Support and encourage staff education and professional development in infection prevention and control.
• Provide guidance on infection prevention requirements in newly built or refurbished departments in collaboration with the Head of Infection Prevention and Control.
• Represent the Infection Prevention and Control team at relevant meetings as required.
• Act as a role model and leader in infection prevention and control practices.
• In the absence of the Head of Infection Prevention and Control, assume responsibility for service coordination and liaise with laboratory services, wards, consultant microbiologists, and senior management as required.

• Registered General Nurse with An Bord Altranais (in good standing).
• Level 8 post-registration qualification (or equivalent) relevant to Infection Prevention and Control or a related clinical field.

• Commitment to complete a Level 8 post-registration qualification in Infection Prevention and Control within two years of appointment.

• Minimum of 5 years post-registration experience.
• At least 2 years’ experience in infection prevention and control is desirable.

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