Infection Prevention And Control Lead - Shoalhaven

Irt Group; Shoalhaven; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Birthday leave

Professional and career development

Multiple career pathways

Discounted gym memberships

Free counselling via EAP

Job summary

IRT Group is seeking an Infection Prevention and Control Lead for the Shoalhaven region. The role is a fixed-term contract until 9 March 2027, working two days a week across Culburra and St Georges Basin within our aged care communities.

You will provide clinical expertise, mentor care teams, lead infection prevention activities, and support outbreak management and vaccination coordination. Eligible candidates must hold an AHPRA nursing registration and complete IPC training modules.

Qualifications

• AHPRA registration as RN or EN is required.
• Completion of ICC training COVID-19 infection control online modules.
• Immunisation certificate and aged care modules completed.
• IPC training course completion or enrollment.
• Sound understanding of infection prevention, outbreak management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular reviews of current practices and develop recommendations for improvement.
• Assess and contribute to infection prevention and control policies, procedures, and outbreak management plans.
• Participate in compliance audits and report findings.
• Contribute to infection prevention and control training programs.
• Provide expert knowledge and guidance on infection prevention, control measures, and disease management in aged care centres.
• Manage and respond to infection-related matters.
• Coordinate with Clinical Nurse Educator to promote education, competency and orientation in infection control.
• Share infection prevention information with residents and families.
• Assist with vaccination program coordination for residents and staff.
• Coordinate outbreak management, including meetings, line listing, and post-outbreak debriefs

Skills

Nursing registration (AHPRA)

Infection prevention knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Education

AHPRA-Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse

ICC COVID-19 infection control training

Immunisation certificate

IPC training modules for aged care

IPC policy development understanding

Job description

About IRT

Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.

We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.

IRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.

About the Role

As an Infection Prevention and Control Lead, you will provide clinical expertise and mentoring to our care teams across the Shoalhaven region. You will lead infection prevention and control activities for a team of dedicated Aged Care Employees.

This position is a fixed-term contract until 9th March 2027, working two days a week and supporting our Culburra and St Georges Basin.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Conducting regular reviews of current practices and developing recommendations for improvement
• Assessing, promoting, and contributing to the development of Infection Prevention and Control policies, procedures, and outbreak management plans
• Participating in compliance audits and reporting on findings
• Contributing to Infection Prevention and Control training programs
• Providing expert knowledge and guidance on infection prevention, control measures, and the identification and management of diseases/complications within our Aged Care Centres
• Managing and responding to infection-related matters
• Working with the Clinical Nurse Educator to promote high standards of education, competency, and orientation regarding infection control
• Sharing Infection Prevention and Control information with residents and their families
• Assisting with the coordination of vaccination programs for residents and employees
• Coordinating outbreak management, including meetings, internal and external line listing, and post-outbreak debriefs

To Be Successful You Will Have

• A registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse/ Enrolled Nurse, preferably with substantial post basic experience in Nursing
• Completed ICC training COVID-19 infection control online training modules, specifically:

1. Infection Control Training – COVID 19
2. Immunisation certificate
3. All aged care modules

• Completed, or be enrolled in, a suitable IPC training course for completion as mandated
• A sound understanding of the principles of infection prevention & control and outbreak management
• The ability to interpret Infection Control and Waste Management Standards and develop / implement related policies and procedures
• Sound problem solving, analytical, attention to detail and negotiation skills
• High level written (including report writing) and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skill

Benefits for You

• Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
• Flexible working conditions
• Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us!
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Multiple career pathways
• Discounted gym memberships
• Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program

For questions, contact **********************.

Successful applicants will complete pre-employment checks, including references, a functional assessment, and a National Criminal History Check.