Nurse Consultant - Healthcare Infection Surveillance Coordinator

Nurse Consultant - Healthcare Infection Surveillance Coordinator Job no: 952269 Work type: Part time Located in: Adelaide CBD Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Nursing-Midwifery, Public Health Department for Health and Wellbeing - Public Health - Communicable Disease Control Branch, Infection Control Service Salary: $130,190 to $136,010 (Pro-Rata) - RN-M3 - Part Time (0.4 FTE) - Term Contract up to 9 Months Overview: The Healthcare Infection Surveillance Coordinator is responsible for the central collection, analysis and interpretation of healthcare associated infection data and the production of regular surveillance reports, which are used to improve clinical outcomes for patients. The role includes: development and dissemination of up-to-date surveillance definitions and training of data contributors in their application and correct use of the state-wide infection surveillance data management system. provision of specialist advice on infection surveillance and prevention to the public, other government departments, and other health professionals at both State and National level. The incumbent may also assist with the investigation of cases of possible healthcare-related transmission of multidrug-resistant microorganisms, blood borne viruses and other notifiable diseases, and contribute to the provision of written and verbal advice to infection control professionals on the management of healthcare associated infections. SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and-or neurodivergence. We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best. The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements. Job ref: 952269 Criminal History Screening Requirement A 'National Police Certificate' NPC (also known as a 'Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check' NCCHC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment). Immunisation Risk for this position is Category C (minimal patient contact). SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Special Conditions A registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse-Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate is required for this position. Enquiries Sam Butenko Nursing Director CDCB Infection Control Service Phone: 7425 7191 E-mail: healthICS@sa.gov.au Application Closing Date Thursday, 22 October 2026- 11:55 PM Attachments 952269 - Nurse Consultant Healthcare Infection Surveillance Coordinator - Public Health - Role Description.pdf Australian applicant guidelines International applicant guidelines Advertised: 08 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time Applications close: 22 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time Apply now Refer a friend