Infection Prevention and Control Nurse (IPCN)

About the role

RS Sedayu General Hospital is seeking an experienced Infection Prevention and Control Nurse (IPCN) to join our healthcare team on a full-time basis in Bantul Regency, Yogyakarta. This is a strategic position that plays a vital role in safeguarding patient safety and maintaining the highest standards of infection control across our facility. As IPCN, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing infection prevention and control protocols throughout the hospital. This role is essential to protecting patients, staff, and visitors from healthcare-associated infections and ensuring compliance with national and international infection control standards.

Key responsibilities

1. Develop, implement, and update comprehensive infection prevention and control policies and procedures across all hospital departments

2. Conduct regular surveillance and monitoring of healthcare-associated infections (HAI) using established surveillance protocols and systems

3. Analyse infection data and prepare detailed reports for hospital leadership, identifying trends and areas requiring intervention

4. Provide education and training to hospital staff on infection control practices, hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, and standard precautions

5. Conduct infection control audits and inspections in clinical and non-clinical areas to ensure compliance with established standards

6. Investigate outbreaks or clusters of infections and implement corrective measures to prevent further transmission

7. Collaborate with laboratory staff, microbiology departments, and occupational health teams to support infection control initiatives

8. Liaise with infection control committees and provide recommendations for improvements to hospital practices

9. Maintain detailed records of infections, interventions, and outcomes for quality assurance and accreditation purposes

10. Support antimicrobial stewardship programmes to reduce inappropriate antibiotic use

11. Advise on environmental cleaning, sterilisation, and waste management protocols

What we're looking for

1. Registered Nurse (RN) qualification with a valid nursing licence recognised in Indonesia

2. Minimum 5 years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in infection prevention and control or related field

3. Formal qualification or certification in Infection Prevention and Control (IPCN certification or equivalent)

4. Strong knowledge of infection control principles, epidemiology, and healthcare-associated infection prevention

5. Excellent understanding of aseptic techniques, sterilisation processes, and microbiology principles

6. Proficiency in data analysis and ability to interpret surveillance data effectively

7. Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to train and educate staff at all levels

8. Strong organisational and project management abilities

9. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

10. Knowledge of national and international infection control guidelines and standards (WHO, CDC, or equivalent)

11. Proficiency in computer systems and data management software

12. English language proficiency is beneficial

What we offer

RS Sedayu General Hospital is committed to supporting the professional development and wellbeing of our healthcare team. We offer competitive remuneration packages aligned with experience and qualifications. Our benefits include opportunities for continuing professional development and access to specialised training programmes in infection prevention and control. We foster a collaborative, supportive work environment where healthcare professionals can develop their careers and make a meaningful impact on patient safety. We value work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling where possible to support employee wellbeing. Staff have access to occupational health services and employee assistance programmes. We provide a positive workplace culture that recognises the essential role of infection control professionals in delivering safe, quality healthcare.

About us

RS Sedayu General Hospital is a leading healthcare facility in Bantul Regency, Yogyakarta, dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality medical services to our community. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient care, safety, and infection control. Our hospital is equipped with modern medical facilities and staffed by compassionate, skilled healthcare professionals. We pride ourselves on our commitment to continuous improvement, evidence-based practice, and a strong safety culture. We believe that infection prevention and control is fundamental to delivering safe healthcare, and we invest in developing our teams and implementing best practices to protect our patients and staff.

Apply now

If you are an experienced infection prevention and control professional ready to make a significant contribution to patient safety at RS Sedayu General Hospital, we encourage you to submit your application. Please send your CV, cover letter, and copies of relevant qualifications and certifications to our Human Resources department. We look forward to hearing from you.