Infection Prevention and Control Practitioner Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

River Alliance of Wisconsin; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Infection Prevention and Control Practitioner to join their dynamic team. This entry-level role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to infection control measures and ensure compliance with policies while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. You'll be responsible for educating clinical and non-clinical staff, participating in audits, and managing outbreak responses. This position is ideal for those looking to develop their nursing skills and make a significant impact in healthcare. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to serving a large population with specialized services.

Qualifications

• Commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork and managing sensitive situations.
• Opportunities to develop nursing skills and gain experience in infection control.

Responsibilities

• Assess and audit infection control practices.
• Educate staff on infection prevention policies.
• Participate in outbreak management and clinical audits.

Skills

Infection Control Policies

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Clinical Audits

Education

Nursing Degree

Infection Control Certification

Job description

Infection Prevention and Control Practitioner Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Overview

The post holder will assess, audit, and educate clinical and non-clinical staff on infection control policies under the supervision of the Team Leader. Responsibilities include providing guidance on infection prevention measures, developing clinical staff skills, ensuring policy compliance, and participating in outbreak management, staff education, and clinical audits.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assess and audit infection control practices.
2. Educate staff on infection prevention policies.
3. Participate in outbreak management and clinical audits.
4. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across clinical areas.
5. Respond to clinical queries from staff and the public.

Qualifications and Skills

Commitment to working within a multidisciplinary team, good communication skills, and the ability to manage sensitive situations are essential. The role offers opportunities to develop nursing skills and gain experience in infection control.

Additional Information

This role is primarily based at the Royal site with possible cross-site working at Aintree. The Trust was formed in 2019 from the merger of two trusts and serves a population of approximately 630,000 in Merseyside, providing specialist services to over two million people in the North West region.

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Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

This advert closes on Monday, 28 April 2025.