Clinical Programme Coordinator- Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Reference Number : refs/055952

The Department of Health aims to provide quality health services and ensure a caring climate for service users, implement best-practice health care strategies, create a positive work environment for staff, and provide appropriate and top-quality training for health workers. Our vision is to provide high-quality, efficient and accessible healthcare to transform people's lives. Our mission is to create an effective public healthcare system in Gauteng by ensuring we have the right people, skills, system and equipment to provide the care our patients need to live healthy and quality lives. Package : Grade 1-R 571 161 (Min)- R 654 285 (max) per annum plus benefits : Grade 2-R 661 572 (Min)- R 752 913 (max) per annum plus benefits Requirements : Grade 12 certificate basic R425 qualification, diploma/degree in nursing) equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse in General, Psychiatry & Midwifery. A post basic qualification with a duration of at least one year accredited with SANC in Nursing Administration. A Minimum of 7 (Seven) years appropriate recognizable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. A one-year qualification in Infection Prevention and Control from a recognisable institution of higher learning. Must be computer literate and have good communication and presentation skills. Knowledge of regulations and guidelines in Infection Prevention and Control, waste management, environmental health, decontamination of medical devices, and respiratory hygiene. Knowledge and capacity to align current health and public policies and guidelines in the implementation of the IPC programme. Ability to work independently and to function well under pressure. Valid driver's licence. 2 years working experience in Infection Prevention and Control unit will be an added advantage. Duties : Implementation of the National Infection Prevention and Control Strategic framework. Development and Implementation of Standard Operating Procedures in IPC, waste management, environmental health and cleaning as well as decontamination of medical devices. Perform the duties of a waste management officer for the institutions well as environmental health. Making sure that the institution complies with ideal Hospital Realisation Framework, IPC standards and guidelines and IPC components as stipulated by WHO. Conduct training on IPC health care, waste management, environmental health comply monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Conduct monitoring on compliance by conducting spot checks, planned audits to ensure compliance with IPC, waste management, environmental health as well as antimicrobial stewardship, respiratory hygiene and surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and present feedback and recommendations in management meetings. Develop plans to deal with outbreak according to national guidelines on epidermic preparedness and response. Develop IPC and HCW champions and scheduled monthly meetings to identify gaps. Work harmoniously with all stakeholders including supply chain to ensure that there is adequate and relevant stock for the programme. Develop system and processes for sterilisation and the cleaning department to meet the IPC and HCWM. Participate in the development of the demand plan for the programme by providing correct specifications as the end user and make sure that everything is procured within the first quarter of the financial year. Conduct awareness campaigns as per activities of the WHO and National Department of Health calendar.