Infection Control Nurse

Dhelkaya Health; Shire of Loddon; Vor Ort; AUD 52.000 - 74.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Stress-free parking

Salary packaging

Free onsite gym

Fitness Passport for family

Employee Assistance Program

Home share option

Zusammenfassung

Dhelkaya Health invites applications for an Infection Control Nurse to protect the health of patients, residents, staff and visitors. The role leads infection prevention initiatives, staff education, immunisation programs and quality improvement activities.

The position is ongoing part-time (48 hours per fortnight) with a focus on safety, education and best practice across regional Victoria. Applicants must meet the essential nursing qualifications and may undertake post graduate infection

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent is essential.
• Post Exposure Counselling certification or willingness to undertake.
• Current Nurse Immunisation Certification or willingness to undertake.
• Postgraduate qualification in Infection Control is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Lead infection prevention initiatives to protect patients, residents, staff and visitors.
• Educate staff on infection prevention practices and immunisation programs.
• Drive quality improvement activities to enhance safety and patient outcomes.

Kenntnisse

Infection control

Staff education

Ausbildung

Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent

Post Exposure Counselling certification

Nurse Immunisation Certification

Postgraduate qualification in Infection Control

Jobbeschreibung

Position Title: Infection Control NurseClassification: Dependant on Qualifications & ExperienceSalary per hour: Dependant on Qualifications & ExperienceEmployment Type: Ongoing part-time 48 hours per fortnightAward: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024 - 2028Role descriptionJoin Dhelkaya Health and play a vital role in protecting the health and wellbeing of our patients, residents, staff, and visitors. As our Infection Control Nurse, you will lead initiatives that promote a safe healthcare environment through infection prevention, staff education, immunisation programs, and quality improvement activities.About youEssential:Bachelor of Nursing or equivalentDesirable:Post Exposure Counselling certification or willingness to undertakeCurrent Nurse Immunisation Certification or willingness to undertakePostgraduate qualification in Infection ControlCulture and BenefitsDhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:Stress-free parking: at no-cost close to your place of work.Salary packaging: to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.Healthy and active lifestyle: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passport membership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the regionHealth and wellbeing: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.Building meaningful connections: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.Home share - If lack of housing is stopping you from applying for a job here, consider Home share. It may help you get started at Dhelkaya Health. See this link for obligation free information.https://dhelkayahealth.org.au/homeshare/The successful applicant will be required to complete all relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check, WWCC and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check (as applicable), and comply with Dhelkaya Health's Vaccination Policy.Our purpose and role at Dhelkaya Health is to be Healthier Together - we engage and empower individuals and community through the provision of empathetic inclusive and professional health services. We want a workforce who share our passion and purpose and is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, and people of diverse genders and/or sexual orientations.For further information about this position, please contact Raquel Knights - Acting Executive Director Clinical & Aged Care Services on 03 5471 3498.Applications close 1st November 2026We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as applications may be reviewed and progressed before the closing date.Please note that candidates are required to submit a cover letter and CV together with a document addressing the key selection criteria (which can be found on the Position Description). Only candidates that supply this information will be considered for roles at Dhelkaya Health.Act with RespectX | We are proud to be a RespectX Accredited Employer. We have zero tolerance for sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination in our organisation. Learn more: www.respectx.com.au