Clinical Nurse Specialist Infection Control
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Gateshead
- Permanent Part Time 56 hours/fortnight: Enjoy flexible hours for better work life balance!
- We care about YOU! Access counselling, wellbeing services, legal & financial assistance
- Enjoy benefits such as paid parental leave, study leave and the option to purchase additional annual leave.
Work for one of the largest and most diverse private healthcare companies in the world! Utilise your skills and experience to make a real impact.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator or Clinical Nurse with experience in Infection Prevention and Control to step into the role of Infection Control Clinical Nurse.
Reporting to the Clinical Quality and Risk Manager, the successful applicant is responsible for maintaining the infection prevention and control programs to ensure safety and quality with the hospital.
This position is a role model and acts as a resource for all clinical and non-clinical departments in all areas related to the prevention and management of risks associated with infection control.
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital is looking for someone with a passion for Infection Prevention and Control.
About You
You will have a strong commitment to customer service, display professional communication and interpersonal skills and also meet the following essential criteria:
- Current AHPRA registration as Registered Nurse
- Previous experience within Infection Control or an active desire to enhance and develop Infection Control skills.
- High level critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- The ability to successfully work as a team member and independently when required
- Excellent computer skills using the MS office suite of programs
- Demonstrate ability to work as a motivated, enthusiastic and positive role model for all clinical and non-clinical disciplines and services within the hospital environment
- Excellent work ethic and time management skills accepting responsibility to implement and maintain Infection Control programs ensuring safety and quality within the facility, in conjunction with the Clinical Quality and Risk Manager.
- Support developmental growth of nominated staff in Infection Control roles
- Possess or obtain a Hand Hygiene Auditor Certificate.
Remuneration: On offer is base hourly rate ranging from $36.65 - $53.56 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances.
What’s in it for you?
Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.
Discounts: Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.
Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.
Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.
The Hospital
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, is a 187-bed acute Advanced Surgical and Medical Hospital situated on the Pacific Highway at Gateshead, 15 kms south of the Newcastle CBD. Specialties include Oncology, Haematology, Palliative care, Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Urology, General Surgery (including Colorectal), Robotics, Breast Surgery, Plastics, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Vascular and Oncology. Lake Macquarie Private Hospital also has a brand new CSSD that will function as a hub for other facilities in the area.
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com
Requirements
- Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
- According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
To Apply
All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
For enquiries, please contact Gabrielle Baigent, via email at BaigentG@ramsayhealth.com.au
Applications Close: 11 March 2025
