Prevention & Control Of Infection Coordinator at Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN)

Key Responsibilities 

• Conduct regular rounds in all hospital departments to discuss, monitor and follow the infection control practices with staff personnel.
• Collect data on healthcare associated infections from all hospital departments and maintain records for each case.
• Monitor compliance to infection prevention and control practices in all areas of the hospital.
• Lead in development of policies and guidelines to guide infection control practices in all areas of the hospital.
• Provide oversight of compliance with infection prevention and control practices in the outreach centers.
• Coordinate with the hospital leadership regarding priorities, resources and quality improvement related to the infection prevention and control program.
• Ensure a systematical collection, analysis, and interpretation of health data to plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate appropriate health practices.
• Investigate infection control problems/outbreaks and arrange follow-up care for patients exposed to infectious diseases.
• Implement educational programs to provide staff with knowledge and skills regarding infection control practices and preventive measures to provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Ensure availability of supplies/equipment needed to prevent infections.
• Prepare monthly statistical report for presentation on behalf of infection control committee.
• Report hospital infection outbreaks to the Chair and Prevention and Control of Infection Committee members.
• Report any ‘reportable’ disease to the local government public health authorities.
• Collaborate with Occupational Health & Safety Unit to ensure employee vaccinations are up to date.

The requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, or other related field from a recognized Institution.
• At least five (5) years’ work experience in an acute care setting, with two (2) years' experience as a Prevention & Control of Infection Coordinator.
• Valid practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, administrative & customer care skills.