Clinical Programme Coordinator: Infection Prevention and Control (PN-A5) at Free State Department of Health
Free State Department of Health
October 21, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Requirements:
Matric plus basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) OR - A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse. Registration with the SANC as a Registered Nurse . Appropriate certificate in Infection Prevention and Control will be an advantage. A minimum of 7 years appropriate or recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of nursing care standards, processes, procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant frameworks such as: Nursing Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient Rights Charter, Nursing Strategy, Public Service Regulations 2016, as amended, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, Batho-Pele principles, Grievance Procedure. Computer literacy, interpersonal relations, communication.
Duties:
Ensure the implementation and reviewing of the facility IPC operational plan and annual work programme. Coordinate and facilitate IPC Committee meetings and conduct regular IPC audits. Ensure implementation of IPC policies, protocols and standard operating procedures(SOPs). Coordinate and train personnel according to the training plan, including relevant stakeholders.
Participate in the analysis of data on programme indicators and assist in developing action plans to address identified needs. Monitor compliance with national and provincial IPC standards. Actively participate in patient care during support visits. Detect, investigate and manage outbreaks promptly. Conduct outbreak investigations and compile reports with recommendations.
Coordinate surveillance of Healthcare-Associated Infections(HAIs). Conduct nursing staff meetings to disseminate information such as new Infection Prevention Control policies, circulars etc. Promote hand hygiene, PPE, use and standard precautions among health care workers. Review the effectiveness of the application of the scientific approach to nursing and principles for IPC. Develop good working relationships within the department and with stakeholders.
Participate with members of health team in decision-making regarding to health care delivery. Consult and collaborate with multi-disciplinary health teams, organizations and special interest groups. Participate in and represent the institution at various forms. Liaise and coordinate with governmental, non-governmental institutions, other structure and organizations. Attend meeting and communicate on a regular basis with various stakeholders. Develop relationships across diverse groups of stakeholder. Participate in the development of the business plan and promote or identify ways containing health care costs without compromising standards.
Analyse infection surveillance data and identify trends * Prepare and submit monthly. Quarterly and annual IPC reports * Monitor notifiable medical conditions and outbreak reports. Monitor IPC registers and surveillance databases. *
Ensue the spending is maximized in line with strategic objectives. Monitor occupational exposures, needle-stick injuries and infection risks among staff. Promote staff immunization programs and post-exposure management. Assess isolation facilities and ventilation requirements. Participate in Ideal Hospital and quality assurance programs.
Matric plus basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) OR - A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse. Registration with the SANC as a Registered Nurse . Appropriate certificate in Infection Prevention and Control will be an advantage. A minimum of 7 years appropriate or recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of nursing care standards, processes, procedures, nursing statutes and other relevant frameworks such as: Nursing Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient Rights Charter, Nursing Strategy, Public Service Regulations 2016, as amended, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, Batho-Pele principles, Grievance Procedure. Computer literacy, interpersonal relations, communication.
Duties:
Ensure the implementation and reviewing of the facility IPC operational plan and annual work programme. Coordinate and facilitate IPC Committee meetings and conduct regular IPC audits. Ensure implementation of IPC policies, protocols and standard operating procedures(SOPs). Coordinate and train personnel according to the training plan, including relevant stakeholders.
Participate in the analysis of data on programme indicators and assist in developing action plans to address identified needs. Monitor compliance with national and provincial IPC standards. Actively participate in patient care during support visits. Detect, investigate and manage outbreaks promptly. Conduct outbreak investigations and compile reports with recommendations.
Coordinate surveillance of Healthcare-Associated Infections(HAIs). Conduct nursing staff meetings to disseminate information such as new Infection Prevention Control policies, circulars etc. Promote hand hygiene, PPE, use and standard precautions among health care workers. Review the effectiveness of the application of the scientific approach to nursing and principles for IPC. Develop good working relationships within the department and with stakeholders.
Participate with members of health team in decision-making regarding to health care delivery. Consult and collaborate with multi-disciplinary health teams, organizations and special interest groups. Participate in and represent the institution at various forms. Liaise and coordinate with governmental, non-governmental institutions, other structure and organizations. Attend meeting and communicate on a regular basis with various stakeholders. Develop relationships across diverse groups of stakeholder. Participate in the development of the business plan and promote or identify ways containing health care costs without compromising standards.
Analyse infection surveillance data and identify trends * Prepare and submit monthly. Quarterly and annual IPC reports * Monitor notifiable medical conditions and outbreak reports. Monitor IPC registers and surveillance databases. *
Ensue the spending is maximized in line with strategic objectives. Monitor occupational exposures, needle-stick injuries and infection risks among staff. Promote staff immunization programs and post-exposure management. Assess isolation facilities and ventilation requirements. Participate in Ideal Hospital and quality assurance programs.