Infection Prevention and Control Nurse

Ramsay Health Care; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Infection Prevention Control Nurse to join their team at The Cherwell Hospital. The role involves leading infection control practices, providing clinical advice, and ensuring safety for patients and staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong nursing background, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to professional development. This position offers flexible hours and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension (matching up to 5%)

Flexible shift patterns

Enhanced Parental Leave Policies

Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance (3x salary)

Training via Ramsay Academy

Free On-site Parking

Subsidised Staff Restaurant

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Teaching and Assessing qualification or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead surveillance, prevention, and control of infection in the hospital.
• Promote and maintain high standards of IPC practices for safety.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse with degree-level education

Job description

Job Description

Infection Prevention and Control Nurse

37.5 Hours - Cherwell Hospital, Banbury

We are expanding our team at The Cherwell Hospital and have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Nurse to join us as an Infection Prevention Control (IPC) Lead Nurse for 22.5 hrs a week. This can be a full-time position with an additional 15 hours in your area of clinical expertise, such as ward, theatre, outpatients, or pre-operative assessment.

You will provide evidence-based IPC clinical advice, lead surveillance, prevention, and control of infections, and promote high standards of IPC practices to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors.

We seek a professional role model experienced in improving IPC practices and staff education, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead surveillance, prevention, and control of infection in the hospital.
2. Promote and maintain high standards of IPC practices for safety.
3. Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to high-quality patient care, with excellent communication skills and team collaboration, while maintaining flexibility.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Registered Nurse with degree-level education or equivalent experience.
• Current NMC registration.
• Teaching and Assessing qualification or equivalent experience.
• Recent update in infection prevention and control practices.
• Infection Prevention and Control Course qualification (Desirable).

Experience:

• Recent experience as a registered nurse in an acute surgical care environment.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control at ward/departmental level.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with surgical site surveillance.
• Tissue viability knowledge.
• Audit and surveillance experience, including SSISS.
• Familiarity with PSIRF and report writing.
• Policy and procedure writing skills.

Benefits:

• 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
• Buy & Sell Flexi Leave
• Private Pension (matching up to 5%)
• Flexible shift patterns
• Enhanced Parental Leave Policies
• Private Medical Cover
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Training via Ramsay Academy
• Free On-site Parking
• Subsidised Staff Restaurant
• Concerts for Carers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Blue Light Card Scheme

About Us:

Ramsay Health Care UK is a reputable global hospital group with over 50 years' experience, leading in independent hospital services in England. We value a positive, proactive attitude and believe our staff are our greatest asset. Our culture, 'The Ramsay Way,' emphasizes caring for people and delivering excellent care.

We support the UK's Armed Forces and Reservists, holding the Silver Award from the MOD's Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. We are committed to equality and all positions are subject to background and DBS checks.