Senior Nurse, Infection Prevention Control at African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a 500-bed specialty hospital offering world-class comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care, and general medical and surgical services, along with top notch research and education. The AMCE will provide exceptional care to people on the African continent, regardless of their financial means. Developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in clinical partnership with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust., AMCE Abuja is the first of five centres planned for development in Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Nurse, Infection Prevention Control

Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Senior Nurse will implement and monitor day-to-day IPC practices to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• The role holder will focus on executing IPC protocols, conducting surveillance, and educating staff to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities
Infection Control Operations:

• Conduct routine surveillance of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and report findings.
• Perform environmental and hand hygiene audits in clinical and non-clinical areas.
• Assist in outbreak investigations and implement control measures under supervision.
• Monitor compliance with standard and transmission-based precautions.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of surveillance data, audits, and training.
• Prepare routine IPC reports for the IPC Manager and relevant committees.
• Ensure all documentation meets hospital and regulatory standards.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure the availability and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow protocols for disinfection, sterilization, and waste management.
• Adhere to all hospital policies and national/ international IPC guidelines.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration:

• Work closely with clinical teams, laboratory, pharmacy, facilities management, and occupational health to implement IPC measures.
• Participate in hospital committees related to patient safety, antimicrobial stewardship, and environmental health.
• Collaborate with public health authorities on notifiable diseases and outbreak reporting.

Research & Best Practice Implementation:

• Stay current with IPC research, guidelines, and emerging infectious disease threats.
• Implement evidence-based best practices and innovative approaches to infection control.
• Participate in or lead IPC-related research projects within the institution.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) qualification with a valid practicing license.
• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing (BSc Nursing) or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 3 years specialized in infection prevention and control or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of IPC principles, practices, and regulations.
• Hands-on experience with audit tools, surveillance methods, and data collection.
• Knowledge of microbiology, aseptic techniques, and isolation precautions.
• Proficiency in using data management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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