Infection Control Nurse (JD-0050)

Sant Nirankari Health City; Dublin; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sant Nirankari Health City in Dublin is seeking an experienced Infection Control Nurse to ensure patient and staff safety in a multi-specialty hospital.

The successful candidate will develop and implement infection control protocols, educate staff, and manage outbreak investigations. A minimum of 10 years of nursing experience is required, with 5 years in infection control.

This role is vital for maintaining high standards of hospital epidemiology and compliance with infection control regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of professional nursing experience, with at least 5 years as an Infection Control Nurse.
• Strong expertise in Infection Control protocols and practices.
• Proficient in hospital epidemiology and disease transmission.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor infection control policies and protocols.
• Conduct clinical audits for infection prevention adherence.
• Lead and manage hospital-acquired infection outbreaks.

Skills

Infection Control

Clinical Auditing

Outbreak Management

Hospital Epidemiology

Surveillance Systems

Communication Skills

Education

GNM / B.Sc. Nursing

Diploma/Certificate in Infection Control

Job description

Overview

The Infection Control Nurse will play a key role in safeguarding patient and staff safety in a multi-specialty hospital setting. The role focuses on infection prevention initiatives, outbreak management, and maintaining the highest standards of hospital epidemiology.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Develop, implement, and monitor infection control policies to ensure compliance with best practices, statutory regulations, and hospital standards.
• Conduct regular clinical audits to evaluate adherence to infection prevention protocols and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
• Establish and maintain comprehensive surveillance systems to monitor infection rates, trends, and outcomes across all hospital departments.
• Lead and coordinate the investigation and management of hospital‑acquired infection outbreaks, ensuring timely containment and accurate reporting.
• Educate clinical and support staff on infection control measures through structured training sessions, workshops, and ongoing communication initiatives.
• Collaborate with hospital management, quality, and clinical teams to develop and implement strategies for enhancing patient safety and infection prevention.
• Analyse surveillance data, prepare reports, and present findings to relevant stakeholders to support evidence‑based decision‑making.
• Participate in accreditation and compliance activities, contributing to adherence with local, national, and international infection control standards.
• Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance on infection prevention practices during new clinical program launches, risk assessments, and policy updates.
• Mentor and support junior staff, fostering professional growth, developing infection control competencies, and promoting continuous performance improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

• GNM / B.Sc. Nursing with diploma/ certificate course in infection control from a recognized institution and Delhi Nursing Council Registration.
• Minimum 10 years of professional nursing experience out of which at least 5 years as ICN in a 200 or more bedded hospital.
• Strong expertise in Infection Control, including developing, implementing, and monitoring protocols to reduce healthcare‑associated infections.
• Proven knowledge in Hospital Epidemiology, with the ability to understand disease transmission patterns and implement effective preventive strategies.
• Proficient in surveillance systems to monitor, analyze, and report infection trends, enabling timely interventions and continuous improvement.
• Experienced in clinical auditing to evaluate compliance with infection control policies and provide actionable recommendations to healthcare teams.
• Committed to patient safety initiatives, including staff training, procedural reviews, and ongoing education on infection prevention practices.
• Skilled in outbreak management, coordinating rapid response, containment measures, and interdepartmental communication during infection incidents.
• Excellent communication skills for educating staff, reporting findings, and providing updates to patients, families, and clinical teams.
• Detail‑oriented with strong analytical and data‑driven decision‑making skills to support evidence‑based infection control standards.
• Ability to mentor and guide teams, fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and adherence to current infection control guidelines.

Remuneration: As per industry standards