Infection Control Nurse AA

NHS National Services Scotland; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking a part-time Band 6 Nurse for its Infection Prevention and Control team. The role includes promoting best practices, educating staff, and analyzing infection data. Applicants must have a first-level degree and a post-registration qualification in Infection Prevention and Control, along with comprehensive general nursing experience. This role requires travel between NHS Fife sites and supports diverse and inclusive hiring.

Qualifications

• Experienced Adult Registered Nurse with current UK NMC Registration.
• Must have a first-level degree and a post-registration qualification or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience at Band 6 level is required.

Responsibilities

• Promoting best practices in infection prevention.
• Providing specialist advice and delivering education and training.
• Participating in audits and preparing reports.

Skills

General nursing experience

Teaching

Data analysis

Education

First-level degree

Post-registration qualification in Infection Prevention and Control

Job description

Job Opportunity: Band 6 Nurse - Infection Prevention and Control

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated, experienced Adult Registered Nurse with current UK NMC Registration to join our Infection Prevention and Control team. The team provides services across Acute Care, Women’s and Children’s Services, and the Health and Social Care Partnership. The team is based at Victoria Hospital but delivers expertise across all NHS Fife sites and care homes.

We are seeking a candidate with a first-level degree and a post-registration qualification in Infection Prevention and Control (or willing to work towards one). Applicants should have comprehensive general nursing experience, evidence of teaching, and experience at Band 6.

The role involves promoting best practices, providing specialist advice, delivering education and training, participating in audits, analyzing data, and preparing reports. Travel between NHS Fife sites and care homes is essential.

This is a part-time, permanent position, working Monday to Friday, with weekend, public holiday, and on-call responsibilities.

For informal enquiries, contact Julia Cook, Infection Control Manager, at [e-mail] or call 01592 643355 ext 21441.

Note: The salary is pro-rata for part-time hours. The successful candidate must become a member of the PVG Scheme prior to appointment.

NHS Fife is committed to diversity, equality, and flexible working arrangements. We support candidates with disabilities and long-term conditions and encourage applications from all sections of society.