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Applications are invited for the Credntialling & Professional Standards Committee (CAPS). Applications from non-nurses and from the broader Austrlasian Infection Control Community are strongly encouraged. Closing date 10th September 2012.
Background:
For several years the AICA Credentialing Committee (CC) has been in operation under the auspices of the former AICA Executive. This work will continue under the direction of the Credentailling and Professional Standards (CAPS) Committee which is subject to annual revision by the Executive Council of the Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control Ltd (ACIPC, hereafter referred to as the College).
Establish and promulgate professional standards for the practice of infection prevention and control across Australasia
Carry out credentialing of its members. (Review of applications, recommendations to the EC for endorsement and awarding of CICP)
Provide direction and input into position papers relating to professional issues
Facilitate education programs targeted at improving professional standards of practice
Determine the scope, role and function of the ICP
Recommendation minimum criteria for inclusion in the ICP role
Provide input into the curriculum of infection prevention and control courses by developing and implementing a course accreditation process congruent with professional standards of practice and the RCNA Endorsement criteria (CNE & 3LP)
Provide leadership and direction on professional standards to the membership, employers and the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (ACSQHC)SELECTION CRITERIA for APPOINTMENT TO THE COMMITTEE
Committee members:
must have a minimum 5 years relevant experience in the field of IPC
be a current financial member of ACIPC
must hold a current practicing license
must reside in Australasia
must be currently employed (full or part time) or self-employed in the field of infection control in Australasia.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
High level written and oral communication skills;
Previous experience on committees;
Capacity to think and act strategically;
Previous experience in leadership roles.
Understanding of and an ability to work and liaise with committee members across ACIPC;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Willingness to work cohesively with ACIPC Executive Council.
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
That the applicant:
is actively engaged in the promotion of ACIPC credentialing;
has provided assistance to another ACIPC member to undertake the credentialling process;
is a member of an Australian accredited tertiary education provider, either in a full time, part time or sessional capacity.
has experience in the development of professional standards (in health related disciplines)
has experience in the review of competency based standards/scope of practice
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must apply in writing and include the following:
oA current CV which illustrates you meet the essential criteria;
oA letter outlining why you would be a suitable candidate for appointment of Committee member. The letter should be no more than 500 words and highlight your skills and experience relating to the essential criteria;
oOne photo (headshot), a brief bio and a statement about why you believe you are a suitable applicant. By submitting this information with your application you have given your permission for the use of this material, if appointed to the Committee, for promotion of the ACIPC and the HCI journal.CLOSING DATE
Applicants who meet the criteria outlined above should send the following information electronically to:
Lorelei Broadbent (ACIPC Secretariat) via admin@acipc.org.au by COB Monday 10th September 2012FURTHER INFORMATION
Please contact Claire Boardman via emailclaire_boardman@health.qld.gov.auMessages posted to this list are solely the opinion of the authors, and do not represent the opinion of ACIPC.
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[Posted on behalf of Claire Boardman, Past President ACIPC – Moderator]
As per my last posting – full terms and conditions and the Terms of Reference for the CAPS are available on the AICA website via the following link:
http://www.aica.org.au/default.asp?PageID=138&n=CAPS+CommitteePlease feel free to contact me for further information.
Regards,
ClaireMichael Wishart
CNC Infection Control
Holy Spirit Northside Private Hospital
627 Rode Road, Chermside,Qld4032
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Subject: APPLICATIONS SOUGHT – CREDENTIALLING & PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS COMMITTEEApplications are invited for the Credntialling & Professional Standards Committee (CAPS). Applications from non-nurses and from the broader Austrlasian Infection Control Community are strongly encouraged. Closing date 10th September 2012.
Background:
For several years the AICA Credentialing Committee (CC) has been in operation under the auspices of the former AICA Executive. This work will continue under the direction of the Credentailling and Professional Standards (CAPS) Committee which is subject to annual revision by the Executive Council of the Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control Ltd (ACIPC, hereafter referred to as the College).
Title: ACIPC Credentialling and Professions Standards Committee (CAPS)
Purpose: The role of the Committee will be to:
Establish and promulgate professional standards for the practice of infection prevention and control across Australasia
Carry out credentialing of its members. (Review of applications, recommendations to the EC for endorsement and awarding of CICP)
Provide direction and input into position papers relating to professional issues
Facilitate education programs targeted at improving professional standards of practice
Determine the scope, role and function of the ICP
Recommendation minimum criteria for inclusion in the ICP role
Provide input into the curriculum of infection prevention and control courses by developing and implementing a course accreditation process congruent with professional standards of practice and the RCNA Endorsement criteria (CNE & 3LP)
Provide leadership and direction on professional standards to the membership, employers and the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (ACSQHC)SELECTION CRITERIA for APPOINTMENT TO THE COMMITTEE
Committee members:
must have a minimum 5 years relevant experience in the field of IPC
be a current financial member of ACIPC
must hold a current practicing license
must reside in Australasia
must be currently employed (full or part time) or self-employed in the field of infection control in Australasia.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
High level written and oral communication skills;
Previous experience on committees;
Capacity to think and act strategically;
Previous experience in leadership roles.
Understanding of and an ability to work and liaise with committee members across ACIPC;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Willingness to work cohesively with ACIPC Executive Council.
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
That the applicant:
is actively engaged in the promotion of ACIPC credentialing;
has provided assistance to another ACIPC member to undertake the credentialling process;
is a member of an Australian accredited tertiary education provider, either in a full time, part time or sessional capacity.
has experience in the development of professional standards (in health related disciplines)
has experience in the review of competency based standards/scope of practice
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must apply in writing and include the following:
oA current CV which illustrates you meet the essential criteria;
oA letter outlining why you would be a suitable candidate for appointment of Committee member. The letter should be no more than 500 words and highlight your skills and experience relating to the essential criteria;
oOne photo (headshot), a brief bio and a statement about why you believe you are a suitable applicant. By submitting this information with your application you have given your permission for the use of this material, if appointed to the Committee, for promotion of the ACIPC and the HCI journal.
Exclusions: NilCLOSING DATE
Applicants who meet the criteria outlined above should send the following information electronically to:
Lorelei Broadbent (ACIPC Secretariat) via admin@acipc.org.au by COB Monday 10th September 2012FURTHER INFORMATION
Please contact Claire Boardman via emailclaire_boardman@health.qld.gov.auMessages posted to this list are solely the opinion of the authors, and do not represent the opinion of ACIPC.
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