Infection Control Nurse (JD-0050)

Sant Nirankari Health City; Delhi; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Sant Nirankari Health City in Delhi invites applications for an Infection Control Nurse responsible for safeguarding patient and staff safety across a multi-specialty setting. The role focuses on infection prevention initiatives, outbreak management, and hospital epidemiology.

The ideal candidate has extensive nursing experience with dedicated infection control training and a proven track record in surveillance, staff education, and policy implementation to reduce healthcare-associated

Qualifications

• GNM or B.Sc. Nursing with infection control qualification and Delhi Nursing Council registration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor infection control policies in line with regulations and hospital standards.
• Conduct clinical audits to ensure adherence to infection prevention protocols.
• Establish surveillance systems to monitor infection rates and outcomes.
• Lead investigations and containment of hospital-acquired infection outbreaks.
• Educate staff through training sessions and workshops on infection control.
• Collaborate with management to improve patient safety and infection prevention.
• Analyze surveillance data and present findings to stakeholders.
• Participate in accreditation and compliance activities.

Skills

Infection control expertise

Communication skills

Analytical & data-driven decisions

Outbreak management

Staff training & mentoring

Education

GNM / B.Sc. Nursing

Diploma/certificate in infection control

Delhi Nursing Council Registration

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 atleast 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

Why Join Us

At Sant Nirankari Health City, we offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional healthcare services while upholding the highest standards of quality and patient care. our mission to deliver exceptional healthcare services while upholding the highest standards of quality and patient care.