Nurse Consultant - Infection Control Job no: 866494 Work type: Full time Location: South East Categories: Nursing/Midwifery Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Country Health Connect, Mount Gambier Salary: $121,537 - $126,970 p.a - Temporary Full Time (up to 18 October 2024) - RN/RM3 The Nurse Consultant – Infection Control: Provides an expert nursing and/or midwifery consultative services to all disciplines within Country Health Connect to ensure a safe environment for staff, clients and visitors. Accepts accountability for their own practice standards, activities delegated to others and the guidance and development of less experienced staff. Provides support to the Regional Manager Community Nursing or equivalent in the leadership of nurses/midwives and other health care professionals in the service. Responsible for the provision of leadership, co-ordination and implementation of Infection Control Programs and systems to: assess infection risks, determine priorities and eliminate risks or implement controls; ensure staff understanding of their infection control responsibilities; and develop policies/procedures in accordance with best practice and principles in the community. The Nurse Consultant - Infection Control is a Registered Nurse who through experience, education and the development of collaborative relationships with other health care professionals, has acquired the additional skills and knowledge to be recognised as an expert in this field and provide clinical expertise to staff in this area of practice. You must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate, with at least 3 years post registration experience or currently classified as a Clinical Nurse/Midwife. Benefits Financial incentives, including salary sacrificing and other provisions Up to $13,000 reimbursed Relocation cost may be available Work/life balance - many sporting clubs, activities and social events suitable for young and mature professionals Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide Supported in Clinical Supervision and Professional Development opportunities Nursing roles in Mount Gambier have much to offer. You will benefit from ongoing career development and learning opportunities, be part of a progressive rural region, have access to an extensive range of clinical support on site, and be part of a friendly team environment. Enjoying a wonderful country location, you will indulge in a relaxing lifestyle, with access to excellent schooling options for your children. There are many sporting clubs, activities, and social events suitable for health professionals and families within one hour drive from the city centre. Mount Gambier Airport has multiple flights daily to Adelaide and Melbourne (45-minute flight time). There are also many opportunities to network with other professionals in the region through professional development opportunities. Your lifestyle: Relaxed and affordable lifestyle Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences About Us Country Health Connect focuses on the delivery of exceptional care to those living within our communities who require some support to remain living independently or reside in one of our residential aged care facilities. Our professional and caring staff deliver health care and wellbeing support across regional South Australia in hospitals, local health services, community centres, residential aged care facilities and clients' own homes. The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia's best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other. The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice. Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN. Applicant Information The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements. Check(s) DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 866494 Enquiries Karen Hales EO/Director of Nursing and Midwifery Phone: 8721 1692 E-mail: ****** Application Closing Date 19 May 2024 - 11.55PM Attachments 866494 Nurse Consultant - Job Pack.pdf Australian applicant guidelines International applicant guidelines Advertised: 03 May 2024 Cen. Australia Standard Time Applications close: 19 May 2024 Cen. 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