Quality and Risk/Infection Control Coordinator

Clinical Nurse Quality and Risk / Infection Control

• Parttime 0.8 EFT
• Onsite Parking available
• Registered Nurse Level 2

Are you an excellent multitasker and a skilled nurse looking for your next career move The Victoria Clinic is looking for a suitably qualified nurse to work in our facility in this dual role.

Position Responsibilities

The position is responsible for providing support for the Quality/Risk and Infection Control programs to compliment the strategic direction daily operational processes and the continual achievement of accreditation for the hospital.

Reporting to the Quality Risk and Infection Control Manager you will assist in the implementation monitoring and evaluation of Quality and Infection Control procedures practices and standards. You will work closely with members of the multidisciplinary team and participate in relevant committees to collect and collate data key performance indicators (KPIs) and infection control clinical indicators. You will have sound knowledge of National Quality Safety Healthcare Standards (NSQHS) and ACHS Accreditation System and experience in supporting clinical teams to meet required standards. The position will also conduct clinical audits monitoring and surveillance as required.

You will undertake direct patient care as required providing guidance and support to less experienced members of the nursing team. You will be a confident practitioner able to provide education and training to staff on relevant topics

Selection Criteria:

• Current Registration with AHPRA
• At least 5 years post graduate experience and/or qualifications in either Infection Control and/or Quality Management
• Experience in the Acute setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A commitment to a high standard of clinical and customer focused care
• High degree of computer literacy including MS office and various data bases
• Ability to work cohesively within a team environment
• Proven time management and prioritisation skills

Desirable Criteria:

• Immunisation certificate (or working towards)
• Auditing skills

About Us

From early 2023 the number of single rooms available for inpatients has increased and is currently a 115 patientbed expanding our ability to provide mental health support to the community.

Located on Malvern Road in Prahran The Victoria Clinic is a private psychiatric facility that specialises in the provision of highquality inpatient and outpatient mental health services.

Being part of the local community has distinct advantages for our patients. We are committed to providing healthcare services in a safe and supportive environment that allows patients to be treated close to home and with the support of their family and friends.

The Victoria Clinic offers a supportive and friendly environment with professional development opportunities. It is close to public transport; onsite parking is available and is close to Chapel Street restaurants and shopping.

Why Healthscope

When you join Healthscope you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation no matter the role every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia our 39 sites are supported by our central Support Office enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance
• Continuous professional development education & support provided to encourage growth
  

We pride ourselves on working with talented passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.

Come and be the difference in our patients lives.

To ApplyPlease click on the Apply button to be taken to our online application form.

For Further Enquiries orquestions please reach out to Esther Dzvindu Director of Clinical Services at. M:

Applications Close: 28 May 2025

More InformationOur commitment to quality and safety for our patients staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.