A leading private hospital is seeking an experienced Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Manager to join their nursing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and overseeing all infection prevention and control activities within the hospital, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and promoting a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical leadership skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a passion for quality patient care.
Responsibilities:
 • Develop, implement, review, and maintain IPC policies, procedures, and standards in line with national and international best practices.
 • Monitor, investigate, document, and report healthcare-associated infections and IPC trends.
 • Conduct regular audits relating to environmental hygiene, sterilisation, disinfection, waste management, and infection prevention practices.
 • Lead and coordinate outbreak investigations and ensure effective implementation of isolation protocols.
 • Provide IPC training and education programmes for healthcare workers and support ongoing staff development.
 • Ensure compliance with Department of Health regulations and reporting requirements.
 • Maintain IPC records, quality assurance programmes, and relevant compliance documentation.
 • Ensure the availability and appropriate use of PPE, disinfectants, and infection prevention equipment.
 • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support hospital objectives and maintain high IPC standards.
 • Participate in professional development initiatives and remain updated on IPC best practices and healthcare regulations.
Requirements:
 • Grade 12 qualification.
 • Qualification as a Registered Nurse with a compulsory post-basic qualification.
 • Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
 • Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as an IPC Nurse.
 • 2–3 years’ management or clinical leadership experience.
 • Recent clinical experience within the past 24 months.
 • Valid driver’s licence.
 • Strong English communication, business writing, and presentation skills.
 • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
 • Current BLS certification (ACLS advantageous).
 • Strong leadership, organisational, analytical, and reporting skills.
 • Ability to work effectively under pressure within a multidisciplinary environment.
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