Infection Control Nurse

Job Description

An Infection Control Nurse (ICN) is responsible for preventing and managing healthcare-associated infections within a healthcare facility. They develop and implement infection control policies, monitor staff and patient practices, and educate healthcare professionals and the public on infection prevention strategies.Key Responsibilities: Developing and Implementing Policies: ICNs create and update infection control protocols, including hand hygiene, isolation procedures, and environmental cleaning standards.Monitoring and Surveillance:They track infection rates, identify trends, and investigate potential outbreaks to determine the source and implement control measures.Education and Training:ICNs educate healthcare staff, patients, and visitors on proper infection control practices, such as hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment, and safe injection practices.Outbreak Management:They work to contain and manage infectious disease outbreaks, coordinating with other healthcare professionals and public health agencies.Collaboration:ICNs collaborate with various healthcare teams, including physicians, nurses, and environmental services, to ensure consistent infection control practices.Data Analysis:They collect, analyze, and interpret data related to infections to identify areas for improvement and measure the effectiveness of interventions.Staying Current:ICNs stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in infection control, attending conferences, and participating in continuing education.

Keyskills :
medication adherenceadaptabilityleadershipinfection controlpatient safetyhazardous waste managementpatient assessmentmedication administrationbloodborne pathogens