Senior Nurse, Infection Prevention Control at The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

Job Purpose

• The Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Senior Nurse will implement and monitor day-to-day IPC practices to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The role holder will focus on executing IPC protocols, conducting surveillance, and educating staff to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Infection Control Operations

• Conduct routine surveillance of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and report findings.
• Perform environmental and hand hygiene audits in clinical and non-clinical areas.
• Assist in outbreak investigations and implement control measures under supervision.
• Monitor compliance with standard and transmission-based precautions.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of surveillance data, audits, and training.
• Prepare routine IPC reports for the IPC Manager and relevant committees.
• Ensure all documentation meets hospital and regulatory standards.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure the availability and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow protocols for disinfection, sterilization, and waste management.
• Adhere to all hospital policies and national/ international IPC guidelines.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with clinical teams, laboratory, pharmacy, facilities management, and occupational health to implement IPC measures.
• Participate in hospital committees related to patient safety, antimicrobial stewardship, and environmental health.
• Collaborate with public health authorities on notifiable diseases and outbreak reporting.

Research & Best Practice Implementation

• Stay current with IPC research, guidelines, and emerging infectious disease threats.
• Implement evidence-based best practices and innovative approaches to infection control.
• Participate in or lead IPC-related research projects within the institution.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) qualification with a valid practicing license.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSc Nursing) or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 3 years specialized in infection prevention and control or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of IPC principles, practices, and regulations.
• Hands-on experience with audit tools, surveillance methods, and data collection.
• Knowledge of microbiology, aseptic techniques, and isolation precautions.
• Proficiency in using data management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.