Nurse Clinical Consultant - Infection Prevention

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YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Clinical Nurse Consultant - Infection Prevention
Fixed Term Part Time Role – 32 Hours per Fortnight
Salary/Classification: Year1: ZJ4 (prorated to part time equivalent) - $51,750.40

Do you have a passion for infection prevention and quality improvement? We are offering a part-time, fixed-term opportunity to join our Infection Prevention team as a Clinical Nurse Consultant, until July 2026.

Position Overview:
In this part-time fixed-term role for 32 hrs per fortnight, you will be responsible for collaborating with staff and patients to align with the Australian Commission for Safety and Quality in Health Care, Preventing and Controlling Infections Standard. 
This is achieved through audits, surveillance activities, and research initiatives, all designed to reduce infections and enhance patient safety. 
Working alongside a team of experienced infection prevention nurses and healthcare professionals, you will contribute to the development and implementation of evidence-based infection prevention strategies aligned with Peter Mac’s strategic priorities.
This role provides the opportunity to take on a clinical leadership position and contribute to improving patient outcomes through effective infection prevention practices, all while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.
 

Key Responsibilities:
•    Lead and manage infection prevention quality improvement projects, including audits, surveillance, and research activities under the guidance of the Infection Prevention Manager,
•    Collaborate with Infection Prevention Nurses and multidisciplinary teams to implement strategic infection prevention priorities.
•    Monitor, report on, and analyse infection prevention activities using data management tools and Microsoft 365 under the guidance of the Infection Prevention Manager.
•    Contribute to the continuous improvement of infection prevention practices, in line with National Quality Standards.

Essential Requirements:
AHPRA Registered Nurse with a minimum of 5 years post-graduate experience.
Post-graduate certificate or higher in Infection Prevention and Control or equivalent in Public Health.
•    Strong understanding of clinical risk management practices.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•    Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
•    Experience in data management and proficiency in Microsoft 365.
•    Commitment to quality improvement and patient safety.
•    Ability to influence and drive change in clinical practice.

Desirable Requirements:
•    Current qualification and accredited in Victoria as a Nurse Immuniser
•    Credentialled as a Hand Hygiene Auditor.
•    Recent experience or demonstrated interest in project management.
 

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation, and we do not tolerate child abuse. We support and value all children and young people. We promote and prioritise the safety of children who are in our care or visiting our campuses.

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: Stephanie Spilsbur
Contact Number: 03 855 97995
Email: Stephanie.Spilsbury@petermac.org

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Thursday 10 July 2025

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.