Clinical Nurse (Infection Control)

Your role at St John of God Midland Hospital

The Clinical Nurse – Infection Prevention & Control plays a vital role in promoting the highest standards of patient care and staff safety. Working as part of a dedicated Infection Control team, you’ll support the implementation of the hospital’s infection prevention and control program, provide expert advice and education to staff, and champion best practice across all areas of clinical care. These permanent part-time opportunities offers a rewarding chance to make a real impact on patient outcomes while contributing to a safe, high-quality healthcare environment.

The Position

Acts as a resource for all hospital personnel in matters pertaining to infection control and provide recommendations for improvement in all departments.

Responsible for the identification and introduction of risk management strategies related to infection control to reduce possible risks to patients and caregivers accessing the hospital.

Assists with the caregiver health programs by providing appropriate screening and vaccination to all caregivers and ensure the maintenance of such records.

Maintains and assists with safe work practice in relation to infection control in collaboration with Work, Health & Safety.

Assists with the surveillance program of hospital acquired infections.

Ensures appropriate infection control standards are practiced and implemented in the area of environmental and hotel service in collaboration with the respective Caregivers.

Demonstrates positive role modelling and leadership as outlined in the SJGHC Leadership Profile.

Demonstrates both clinical and administrative leadership through effective communication, interpersonal skills, change management ability and the development of a high-performance team that exhibits a culture of professional accountability and quality service.

Assists in the implementation of the Nursing & Midwifery Standards of Excellence at a Ward / Department level.

Engages caregivers to ensure the efficient and effective management of all areas of responsibility.

Promotes and maintains collaborative relationships with accredited Medical Practitioners.

Attends relevant training sessions offered by SJGHC. Recognises the necessity to continually develop skills and acquire additional knowledge appropriate to the position.

All other reasonable duties as directed by Manager / Supervisor.

Position Requirements

You will be a Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration, bringing strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills to the role. You will demonstrate a commitment to quality improvement and a sound understanding of the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards, ensuring excellence in patient care and safety.

You will have the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team and possess sound knowledge of relevant legislation and professional standards, including the Nurses Act, Code of Conduct, Occupational Safety and Health, and Equal Employment Opportunity principles. An understanding of the epidemiology of hospital-acquired infections is essential, along with a current Immunisation Certificate or a willingness to obtain one within six months of commencing employment.

Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

Salary : $104,903 to $110,954 pro rata, plus 12% superannuation

Permanent part time positions available (1.1FTE)

Discounts on hospital services & private health insurance

Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as :

Novated leasing

work related expenses

self-education and

additional superannuation

Free on-site parking

Access to fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport

Innovative Professional Development opportunities

A welcoming and supportive culture

A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs

All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly. Apply today!

For enquiries contact Kirsty Friesema, Manager Infection Prevention & Control, on 0438 089 416.

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.