Job Advertisement Request for an Infection Prevention and Control Clinical Nurse Consultant At Mercy Health

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Infection Prevention and Control Clinical Nurse Consultant
Werribee Mercy Hospital (300-310 Princes Highway Werribee Victoria 3030)
An exciting opportunity for an Infection Prevention Clinical Nurse Consultant to join our team at Mercy Health. This key role reports to the Group Manager Infection Prevention, and will provide leadership and coordination of Infection Prevention practices to ensure compliance with best practice guidelines and National accreditation standards.

* Permanent Full time position, part time may be considered
* Working across 2 sites; Werribee Mercy Hospital and Mercy Hospital for Women
* Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 5 position
* Provide a resource for Infection Prevention guidelines and policy
* Through strong relationships with key stakeholders promote high level patient care outcomes
* Coordinate Standard 3 audits including hand hygiene and healthcare associated infections and report to stakeholders
* Dedicated and focused on identifying risks for patient and staff
* Willingness to join a team committed to clinical excellence and continuous Quality Improvement
ABOUT YOU:

* Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse Division 1
* Bachelor of Nursing and Post Graduate Qualification in Infection Prevention (or working towards same)
* High level of interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
* Accredited Nurse Immuniser, Hand Hygiene Auditor and HIV and Hepatitis C pre-test counsellor
* Demonstrated expertise in Infection Prevention and Control
* Knowledge of National standards and the Accreditation process.
If you have any queries regarding the position, please contact Karen McKenna, Group Manager Infection Prevention and Control, at KMcKenna@mercy.com.au or 0466 851 347.
If you wish to apply for the position, please follow this link. Applications close on Wednesday the 12th of March 2021.

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