We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Senior Staff Nurse / Staff Nurse (Infection Prevention & Control) to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in safeguarding patients, staff, and visitors by driving infection prevention initiatives and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to plan, implement, and monitor infection control programmes, contributing to a safe and high-quality healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

Infection Prevention & Control

Support the development, implementation, and review of infection prevention and control (IPC) policies and guidelines
Identify and assess infection risks within the hospital environment
Ensure timely communication of updates to IPC standards and regulations

Infection Control Surveillance

Assist in planning and delivering surveillance programmes
Support epidemiological investigations and outbreak management
Participate in contact tracing initiatives

Audit & Compliance

Conduct regular infection control audits and ensure adherence to IPC standards
Promote compliance with infection control practices across all departments

Education & Training

Assist in planning and delivering IPC training programmes for staff, visitors, and the public
Promote awareness of infection prevention practices across the organisation

Quality Improvement & Research

Contribute to IPC-related research and quality improvement initiatives

Job Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Nursing
Recognised Post-basic or Advanced Diploma in Nursing
Valid practising licence with the Singapore Nursing Board
Valid Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
Certification in Infection Control is preferred, such as:Basic and Advanced Infection Control trainingCertification from recognised professional bodies (e.g. Certification Board of Infection Control (CBIC), USA)Membership with relevant professional associations (e.g. Infection Control Association (Singapore))
Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in an acute care setting

Senior Staff Nurse/ Staff Nurse (Infection Prevention and Control)