Group Quality Assurance And Infection Prevention & Control Manager

Purpose:Monitor, manage & mitigate risks in the group through compliance to Standards & Regulations Requirements:Current registration with SANC as a General Nurse Post Basic Diploma or equivalent in Critical Care, Infection Control and Occupational HealthMinimum 2 years experience in a similar roleExcellent communication skillsExcellent interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skillsCommitment to initiate and implement Quality Assurance improvement programmes in all the relevant portfoliosWorking knowledge of all relevant legislative acts such as Environmental Management, OHS, Health Act and National Institute of Communicable Diseases, OHSC and Department of HealthWorking knowledge of International Best PracticesProven work experience in Hospital CommissioningWorking knowledge of Quality Improvement Processes utilising PDSA cyclesWorking knowledge of Infection Prevention & Control as well as surveillance & reporting of communicable diseasesLeadership qualities and mentoring skillsExcellent MS Office computer skills, i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, Kronos, etc.Key Outputs:Ensure that all communication improving strategies are maintained and employees are informed of relevant matters in the different forums.Incident management system through reporting, investigating, data analysis and factual approach to decision making.Assist and support management to ensure that the quality management walkabout programmes include non-compliance, improvement action plans and awareness/adherence to policies and work procedures.Comply with legislation & Bylaws relating to the portfolios.Chair the monthly OHS & Infection Control committee meetings.Investigation of all Healthcare Associated Infections (HAI).Review infection control practices in the hospital and simplify and streamline processesWaste management operational functionsConduct and manage compliance of internal and external auditsProvide training needs in the abovementioned portfoliosDevelopment of policiesMitigate risks through prevention & continuous improvement programMonitor and publish measurement statistics