RHHC Infection Control Coordinator at Lenmed Private Hospitals

Main Focus Areas

• The Infection Control Coordinator will be responsible to plan, develop and implement an infection control programme for the hospital using  infection control standards and international best practice

Key Performance Areas: (include but are not limited to)

• Aid and assist all hospital employees in managing the prevention, identification and control of infections in patients and employees
• Plan, develop and implement an infection control programme in keeping with the updated infection control standards
• Notify the Department of Health timeously of diseases where applicable
• Organise regular infection control and health and safety committee meetings and document the proceedings
• Maintain an up to date infection control file that is available and accessible to all nursing and house-keeping staff
• Ensure the adherence / supervision of protective clothing for all employees and members of the public when needed

Post Requirements: (include but are not limited to)

• A relevant nursing qualification ( B Cur Degree/ or relevant management qualification)
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse
• Compliance with the SANC code for a Registered Nurse and all applicable health care legislations
• Compulsory BLS certification
• Clinical Expertise within your specialty
• Advanced Computer Literacy