Pna 2 Professional Nurse (grade 1) Infection Prevention & Control (ipc)

Requirements :

• Appropriate Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification in nursing that allows registration with South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse with basic psychiatric nursing qualification.
• Must have a qualification in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC). A minimum of 7 years' experience in nursing after registration as a professional nurse, one year of the period must be in IPC program.
• Must be computer literate (Microsoft work, power point and excel as well as good presentation skills, effective communication skills, problem solving facilitation, co-ordination, project management and report writing skills.
• Must have a valid drivers' license. Knowledge of the Public Service Legislation, Mental Health Care Act, Child Justice Act, Criminal Procedure Act and Ideal Hospital Assessment Framework.

Duties :

• Ensure implementation of National and Provincial Policies on Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) in the hospital. Conduct IP & C inspections in the wards and other departments, compile reports and statistics on notifiable medical conditions as required. Plan and implement the relevant awareness days according to the IP & C operational plan.
• Implement and maintain an effective hospital infection surveillance system in alignment with the infection control policies. Conduct formal and informal training for different stakeholders on IP & C Standard Operating Procedures and Guidelines. Strengthen and maintain internal and external collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain professional growth /ethical standards and self-development. Participate in hospital committees, act as the IPC coordinator as delegated. Be flexible and take on extra responsibility when needed.

Closing Date : 20-11-2026