Infection Control Nurse

An Infection Control Nurse, also known as an ICN or Infection Prevention Nurse, is responsible for identifying, creating, and employing best practices for sanitation and infection management.  Whether it’s a contained infection or a global pandemic, an Infection Control Nurse is responsible for controlling and eliminating infectious threats that may be present.  They help prevent and identify the spread of infectious agents like bacteria and viruses in a healthcare environment. ICNs are meticulous and detail-oriented individuals who can effectively communicate best practices to ensure the safety of patients.  Their knowledge of the risks of various infectious agents is crucial when dealing with both contained infections and broader outbreaks. These nurses are natural-born problem solvers and innovators, and are always at the forefront of modern healthcare solutions.

To become an Infection Control Specialist Nurse, you must first have the relevant qualifications as a Registered Nurse (RNs), and have extensive industry experience.  Registered Nurses work as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside other skilled professionals including doctors, surgeons, specialists, therapists, specialty nurses, social workers and many others to provide ongoing patient care to people who are sick, disabled, injured or recovering from surgery.  Registered nurses deliver primary health care predominantly in hospitals, clinics, assisted living facilities, aged care facilities, Government or military institutions, community or school settings, in the home or in outpatient facilities.

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