At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead infection prevention efforts and educate teams to improve healthcare outcomes.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at the Infection Prevention and Control Unit.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, professional development, and fitness perks.
- Other info: Flexible part-time role with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on patient safety and community health.
- Qualifications: Strong knowledge in infection control and excellent leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 109767 - 115813 $ per year.
The Infection Prevention and Control Unit (IPCU) is a dynamic team dedicated to protecting patients, staff and the community through excellence in infection prevention and control. The IPCU provides expert leadership in surveillance, outbreak management, education, quality improvement and patient safety for the RHH and Integrated Services. Join a collaborative and forward-thinking team committed to improving healthcare outcomes and making a meaningful difference every day.
Coordinate and provide leadership for an infection prevention and control portfolio including risk assessment; data collection; evaluation of both quantitative and qualitative data; dissemination of results; and stakeholder engagement and support to implement best practice infection control guidelines. Provide leadership in the promotion of a learning environment in the multidisciplinary environment through the development and delivery of professional development and educational activities, including conducting education/in-service sessions for staff, and acting as a dedicated resource person for infection prevention and control matters providing professional and policy advice. Contribute to performance management, quality improvement and service delivery through coordinating quality improvement processes and provide high level support for other members of the healthcare workforce including nursing, medical and allied health to maintain skills in infection prevention and control and management of healthcare associated infections. Provide a specialist consultancy service to stakeholders, including nursing, medical and operational employees and managers regarding infection prevention and control principles and procedures. Plan, monitor and manage performance in areas of portfolio responsibility, including collaborating with the Nurse Manager - IPCU in the development and maintenance of audit tools, the maintenance of relevant databases, the provision of reports, and identification and resolution of issues as they arise.
You will need:
- Strong experience and specialist knowledge in infection prevention and control, including managing healthcare-associated infections.
- Excellent leadership, communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to educate and support multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience in risk management, audits, data analysis, quality improvement and developing clinical policies and guidelines.
Details of appointment: Permanent part time, day worker position, working up to 48 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible, notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $109,767 to $115,813 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.
Salary Packaging: You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits Available To Eligible Candidates:
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
- Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities.
Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse. Applicants should note that the following criteria are desirable: Holds, or working towards, a relevant postgraduate qualification.
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Name: Georgia Duncombe Position: Nurse Manager - Infection, Prevention and Control Unit (IPCU) Email address: georgia.johnson@ths.tas.gov.au
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
Clinical Coordinator in Hobart employer: Department of Health, Tasmania
The Tasmanian Department of Health is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. As part of the Correctional Primary Health Service Reform Program in Hobart, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful health reforms while enjoying comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a supportive team environment.
Contact Details:
Department of Health, Tasmania Recruitment Team
