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At Mater Private Healthcare, infection control is a top priority. Can you give an example of a way you promote infection control in your role?
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Jaymie Payne is passionate about talent acquistion and has nine years of experience in corporate and healthcare recruitment.
Infection Control is becoming increasingly important in recent times as there has been a rise in the number of Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAI). Recently, the World Health Organization estimated that 7% of all patients admitted into healthcare facilities will acquire at least 1 HAI. The interviewer at the NHS will want to ensure you're familiar with infection control practices and may test your knowledge by asking you to give specific examples. Consider topics like placement and infection assessments, hand hygiene, safe management and care of environment, safe management of lines or equipment, cough and respiratory hygiene, or PPE usage.
Jaymie Payne is passionate about talent acquistion and has nine years of experience in corporate and healthcare recruitment.
"Infection control is extremely important in this setting to reduce the risk and prevent the spread of infection. A very simple example of a best practice is proper hand washing throughout the day. The WHO recommends handwashing before touching a patient, before performing a clean/aseptic procedure, after any bodily fluid exposure risk, and after touching the patient or the patient's surroundings. Proper handwashing should be done for at least 20 seconds with warm water and soap, followed by drying with a clean and disposable paper towel."
Jaymie Payne is passionate about talent acquistion and has nine years of experience in corporate and healthcare recruitment.
"One example is the safe management of linens. Clean linens should be stored in designated areas, away from soiled or contaminated linens. If linens are used or soiled, they should be placed in laundry bins near you to reduce the movement of contaminated items. It is essential that any infectious or contaminated linen is immediately placed in a water-soluble bag, safely secured, and tagged. Following these best practices will prevent or reduce the risk of spreading infectious diseases among the patients and staff."
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