Nurse Manager, Infection Prevention and Control Unit (UPCI) at 80-100%

The Infection Prevention and Control Unit (UPCI) contributes to the prevention of infectious risk and the safety of patients and professionals within the RHNe. It notably carries out surveillance, advisory, expertise, and training missions, and supports teams in implementing best practices in infection prevention and control.

Nurse Manager, Infection Prevention and Control Unit (UPCI) at 80-100%

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure the leadership, organization, and coordination of UPCI activities
• Supervise, support, and unite a team of 2 colleagues
• Lead the implementation and development of institutional infection prevention and control strategies
• Develop a prevention culture and actively contribute to institutional projects related to quality and safety of care
• Guarantee the epidemiological surveillance activities of healthcare-associated infections and contribute to data analysis and the definition of corrective measures
• Provide expertise and support to medical-care teams and various institutional partners in infectious risk management
• Participate in the development, updating, and dissemination of recommendations, procedures, and best practices in infection prevention
• Supervise and develop training, teaching, and awareness activities for professionals
• Participate in the management of epidemic situations and coordinate necessary actions in collaboration with various partners
• Maintain scientific and regulatory watch in the field of infection prevention and control

Your Profile

• Bachelor of Science HES-SO in Nursing or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Swiss Red Cross
• Authorization to practice a healthcare profession in the canton of Neuchâtel
• Recognized training in the field of Infection Prevention and Control (EPIAS), or equivalent
• Training in frontline management or management training, or willingness to undertake training
• Experience in team leadership, an asset

Your Skills

• Leadership and ability to unite and support a specialized team with high autonomy in their mandates
• Excellent analytical, synthesis, and decision-making skills
• Sense of responsibility, rigor, and ability to prioritize
• Excellent relational, pedagogical, and communication skills
• Ability to advise, convince, and support change among various professional audiences
• Ability to work interdisciplinarily and in collaboration with multiple partners
• Autonomy, initiative, and a proactive approach
• Proficiency in standard computer tools

Further Information

• Workplace: Chaux-de-Fonds site, with mobility to various RHNe sites
• Start date: From July 1, 2027, or to be agreed
• Inquiries: Mr. Vanderavero, Nurse Manager UPCI,

Complete applications (cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, diplomas, work certificates) should be sent to us by October 11, 2026, by clicking on the following link:

Any questions regarding the application procedure can be addressed by telephone to the Recruitment Department at .

• Rue de Chasseral 20
  2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds