Staff Nurse - Nursing at Apollo Hospitals

, Uttar Pradesh, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Infection control, Data collection, Data analysis, Staff training, Surveillance, Interpersonal skills, Communication, Team building, Computer literacy, Grievance redressal, Clinical documentation, Regulatory compliance, Patient safety, Public health reporting

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Purpose Qualification: Graduate; 1st division in 10th, 12th and GNM Nursing/BSc Nursing/M.Sc Nursing Relevant Experience: 4 + years of experience in field of Nursing, Infection control nurse helps to prevent healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) by isolating sources of infections and limiting their spread; systematically collects, analyzes and interprets health data in order to plan, implement, evaluate and disseminate appropriate health practices; and trains healthcare staff through instruction and dissemination of information on infection control practices. Responsibilities * Conducts rounds, discussing and monitoring infection control practices with * Collects infection data from departments, maintaining records for each case; * Trains staff on implementation of infection control practices. * investigates incidents of infection and reports such incidents to the director of nursing. * Ensures availability of supplies required for infection control. * Facilitates the operation of the hospital Infection Prevention/Control Program and supports continuous quality improvement. * Supports hospital CQI activities with data support, analysis, and internal consulting. * Identifies, investigates, reports, health care associated infections among patients and personnel through ongoing surveillance. * Maintains logs with infection surveillance data. * Maintains current knowledge of CDC guidelines and recommendations for infection prevention/control and definitions of health care associated infections. * Calculates infection rates using the CDC's recommended denominator data, prepares and presents reports. * Collaborates with HR and provides direction regarding employee health issues such as exposures, vaccines or vaccine preventable diseases, communicable diseases and other infection prevention/control related issues involving hospital employees. * Makes recommendations regarding real or potential problems/improvement opportunities, including desirable approaches toward resolving them. * Collaborates and reports to appropriate agencies / regulatory organizations -National Health regarding communicable diseases -State reporting requirements and initiatives. Requirements and skills * Interpersonal relationship skills * Listening * Team building * Perceptual * Communication * Coordination and cooperation * Initiation * Moral support and physical approach to patient * Computer literacy * Grievance redressal * GNM Nursing/BSc Nursing/M.Sc Nursing Dear Candidate, We are delighted to introduce you to Apollo Hospitals, a leading healthcare provider in India. With a long-standing heritage spanning many decades, Apollo Hospitals has established itself as a trusted name in the healthcare field, consistently delivering exceptional care with compassion. Renowned for our state-of-the-art medical facilities, advanced technology, and a highly skilled and dedicated team of healthcare professionals, Apollo Hospitals is committed to providing quality care and ensuring patient satisfaction in everything we do. Our organization strives to offer comprehensive healthcare services across various specialties and disciplines. From primary care to specialized treatments, we provide a wide range of medical services to cater to the diverse needs of our patients. Our hospital is equipped with cutting-edge technology, modern infrastructure, and an experienced team of doctors, nurses, and support staff who collaborate to deliver the highest standards of healthcare. At Apollo Hospitals, we believe in fostering continuous learning and innovation. We prioritize research and development to remain at the forefront of medical advancements, enabling us to provide the latest treatments and therapies to our patients. We also emphasize preventive care and wellness programs, promoting a healthy lifestyle and helping individuals maintain optimal health. Furthermore, Apollo Hospitals holds a strong commitment to social responsibility. Through various initiatives, we strive to make quality healthcare accessible to all members of society, regardless of their socio-economic background. We actively participate in community health programs, awareness campaigns, and outreach activities to promote healthcare education and support underserved populations. As you join our team, we invite you to embody the values and culture of Apollo Hospitals. Our core principles include prioritizing patient-centric care, fostering teamwork, upholding integrity, and embracing compassion in all that we do. Together, we have the power to make a significant impact on the lives of our patients and contribute to the progress of healthcare in our community. We are excited about the opportunity to collaborate with you, harnessing your skills and expertise to deliver exceptional care and service to our patients. If you have any inquiries or would like to explore more about Apollo Hospitals, please don't hesitate to contact our team. Thank you for joining the Apollo Hospitals family. We are thrilled to begin this journey together, striving for excellence in healthcare. Sincerely, Team HR

Responsibilities

The infection control nurse is responsible for monitoring and preventing healthcare-acquired infections by conducting rounds, collecting surveillance data, and investigating incidents. They also train healthcare staff on infection prevention practices and ensure compliance with CDC guidelines and regulatory reporting requirements.