Infection Prevention & Control Nurse
Are you an experienced Infection control nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in a high-acuity healthcare environment?
Deliver outstanding patient care within a dedicated team
Continuous professional development, education & support provided
Inclusive, values‑led workplace
About the role:
Our Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) team is seeking an experienced infection control nurse for a permanent full time /permanent part time position. The role will be reporting to the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) Manager, you will join a team dedicated to the infection surveillance, prevention and control program in our high acuity hospital.
About Us
Located near King’s Park, Mount Private Hospital is Western Australia’s leading private provider of Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery supported by the largest private Critical Care Unit (CCU). While we are at the heart of private cardiac services in our state, with 224 beds, we bring the same clinical excellence to other specialities such as orthopaedics, neurosurgery, vascular surgery, and general surgery.
Key responsibilities:
Assist with end-to-end IPC processes
Promote safe, effective Infection Prevention Control practices
Coach, guide and educate staff in best practice
Participate and coordinate case review investigations
Preparation of reports
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Ensure patient and staff safety
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Work closely with clinical teams across the hospital to identify and manage healthcare-associated infections and support the implementation of transmission-minimising strategies
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Coordinating daily Infection Prevention and Control service activities, including auditing and targeted surveillance of healthcare-associated infections.
Essential Criteria:
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Experienced Infection Prevention and Control Nurse who has an excellent understanding of IPC guidelines, standards and requirements for healthcare settings
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Demonstrated ability who enjoys working in a fast environment
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Excellent attention to detail and a strong advocate for embedding best practice
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Execeptional communication skills, presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively influence, engage and collaborate with internal stakeholders
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Demonstrated analytical skills, including data collection, interpretation, and reporting, with a commitment to driving continuous improvement and maintaining the highest standards of infection prevention and control practices
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Hold AHPRA registration (essential)
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Have excellent knowledge of IPC Programs
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Strong attention to detail
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Sound computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite and database management
Mandatory:
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Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) is required for this role
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Completed or currently working towards postgraduate studies or courses relevant to IPC. For e.g. Post Graduate Certificate or Master in Infection Prevention and Control or Australasian College of Infection Prevention and Control (ACIPC) Foundations Course
Desirable:
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Registered Nurse Immuniser (or evidence of currently working towards achievement)
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Hand Hygiene - Standard Auditor
If you have demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and experience in infection prevention and control, we encourage you to apply.
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.
You'll also benefit from:
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Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
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Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
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Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
