Registered Nurse - Infection Prevention and Control

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Infection Prevention and Control team in Wakefield. This part-time role (17.25 hours/week) involves patient-centred care, supporting infection control standards, and contributing to departmental policies. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills, be self-motivated, and uphold the values of care and equality. The position offers opportunities for professional development and is part of a supportive team in a diverse setting.

Benefits

Access to the NHS pension plan

Generous holiday allowance

Exceptional employee health and wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Up-to-date knowledge of current nursing issues and practices.
• Knowledge of current infection prevention and control issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective patient-centred care by performing individual assessment of care needs.
• Support the Deputy Director of Infection Prevention and Control in service delivery.
• Maintain professional relationships with staff and respect equality and diversity.

Skills

Ability to plan, assess, implement and evaluate patient care

Prioritise tasks

Develop and maintain positive working relationships

Education

Registered Nurse

NMC Registration

Job description

Contact Information

Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced Registered Nurse to work in Infection Prevention and Control at The Mid Yorkshire Teaching Trust. As a member of the Infection Prevention and Control Team you will be expected to work both independently and as part of a larger team, supporting the delivery of infection prevention and control across the community and acute healthcare sector. You should possess excellent communication skills, be self‑motivated, and able to motivate others. You should demonstrate resilience and manage change in this ever‑evolving service. It is essential that you are enthusiastic and can demonstrate knowledge and awareness of the importance of infection prevention and control at a local/national level. This is a part‑time (17.25 hours per week) post and working hours are between 08:00 and 17:00 Monday to Friday.

Main Duties

The primary aim of the role is to provide effective patient‑centred care by performing individual assessment of care needs, developing, implementing and evaluating programmes of care that meet the needs of the patient and their families/carers. The role is multidimensional and requires the post holder to integrate and fulfil all the identified dimensions. As a registered nurse all activities provide opportunities for acting as a role model for staff.

Professional Responsibilities

• Support the Deputy Director of Infection Prevention and Control in the provision of Infection Prevention and Control services to assist in the delivery of local and national standards and objectives, including audit, training and surveillance.
• Contribute to writing departmental and implementing Trust‑wide/departmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain a professional appearance in line with the Trust dress code.
• Uphold the Trust’s values and behaviours and behave in a manner fitting with the responsible position of the post holder, maintaining public confidence.
• Maintain professional and courteous working relationships with staff and respect the equality and diversity of each and every person he/she comes into contact with in the course of his/her business.
• Uphold the privacy and dignity of the patient and respect the equality of patients at all times.

Clinical Leadership

The Registered Nurse will maintain a nursing culture that is open to change, new ideas, concepts and innovations. This will be achieved by:

• Participating in the development and delivery of a philosophy of care that respects the rights of patient’s carers and staff.
• Relating to all staff and patients in a confident manner, demonstrating good listening skills and working effectively as part of a team.
• Creating, maintaining and enhancing effective working relationships.
• Recognising areas of conflict and assisting in the management of these to promote a healthy working environment.
• Maintaining an awareness of national and regional initiatives.
• Participating in the individual performance review process.
• Participating in clinical supervision where appropriate.
• Participating in the implementation and monitoring of the Trust’s Nursing Charter standards.
• Acting as a positive ambassador for the Trust.
• Contributing to the Trust’s Shared Leadership process.
• Striving for continuous improvement in the delivery of high‑quality patient‑focused care.
• Submitting new ideas or innovations aimed at improving patient care.

Learning Environment / Evidence‑Based Practice

The Registered Nurse will support and contribute to the Infection Prevention and Control Team culture that is conducive to learning and incorporate high‑quality evidence‑based practice into patient‑centred care. This will be achieved by:

• Utilising and contributing to resources within the team environment which encourages evidence‑based nursing.
• Promoting patient/carer independence through relevant support material.
• Supporting and enabling professional development of team members.
• Undertaking own personal development to meet identified needs.
• Ensuring statutory and mandatory training is undertaken.

Competent Practice

The Registered Nurse will combine theory and experience to demonstrate clinical competence in practice. This will be achieved by:

• Participating in the assessment of health‑related needs of patients and their families or carers.
• Contributing towards the formulation of a plan of care with the patient and their family or carers.
• Delivering direct care to patients in accordance with the Trust’s policies and NMC Guidelines.
• Continually assessing and evaluating the patient’s condition and the effectiveness of the care delivered with a senior member of the team.
• Promoting a multi‑professional approach to maximise the patient’s health and independence using resources appropriately.
• Maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of current nursing issues and practices.
• Working as a registered nurse, without direct supervision in the absence of the Senior Nurse or Matron where necessary.

Qualifications

Essential person specification requirements:

• Registered Nurse
• NMC Registration

Experience

• Previous experience working in an acute healthcare setting

Knowledge and Awareness

• Up‑to‑date knowledge of current nursing issues and practice
• Knowledge of current infection prevention and control issues

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to plan, assess, implement and evaluate patient care
• Prioritise tasks
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships

Be part of My Team

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients’ homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.

We support work‑life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.

If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Application Guidance

We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. It’s important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.

Our Benefits

• Access to the NHS pension plan
• Generous holiday allowance of 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing with 5 and 10 years of service
• Exceptional employee health and wellbeing services
• Extensive benefits and support, including:
• Onsite nurseries and childcare salary sacrifice scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Home electronics scheme
• Car lease salary sacrifice scheme
• Working carers support and advice, carers network and carers passport
• Flexible working options and family and carer‑friendly policies
• Established staff networks, including LGBTQ+ and Race Equality
• Career progression, training and support

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