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NHS Jobs; Lindley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs in the United Kingdom is seeking an Infection Prevention and Control Specialist Nurse/Practitioner to lead professional practice, maintain registration and ensure accurate records while promoting safety and high-quality care.

The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, supporting IPC surveillance and research, liaising with UKHSA, SHA, Environmental Health, and local partners, and advising Estates, PFI groups and Occupational Health on IPC issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional registration
• Keep clear, accurate records in line with standards
• Ensure effective teamwork and communication
• Share information to identify and reduce risk
• Support students and staff learning to build competence
• Support IPC surveillance and epidemiological research
• Liaise with UKHSA, SHA, Environmental Health and local partners
• Advise Estates, PFI, Purchasing Advising Group and others as needed
• Advise Occupational Health on IPC issues
• Supervise and mentor students on placement
• Participate in supervision and annual development planning
• Attend mandatory training and comply with policies
• Uphold equal opportunity policy and professional conduct

Job description

Infection Prevention and Control Specialist Nurse/Practitioner

Professional Duties Maintain professional registration Maintain clear, accurate and up to date records relevant to your practice and in line with professional standards and Trust policy. Ensure effective team working and communication with all colleagues Share information to identify and reduce risk Support students and colleagues learning to help them develop their professional competence and confidence Support and participate in relevant IPC international, national, regional and local epidemiological research and surveillance of health care associated infections. Liaise, as appropriate, with UK Health and Safety Agency (UKHSA), the Strategic Health Authority (SHA), Environmental Health Services, Local ICBs and PFI partners. As applicable act as expert adviser to Estates, PFI partners, Purchasing Advising Group and other groups/parties as appropriate Support/advise the Occupational Health Department on issues relating to IPC. Managerial Duties To supervise and mentor students whilst they are on placement with the team Managing Self Participate in regular supervision Attend all mandatory training. Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal. Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary Always maintain professional conduct and appearance.