Senior Nurse Leader: Infection Prevention & Control

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Deputy Chief Nurse for Infection Prevention and Control. The ideal candidate will provide strategic leadership and ensure compliance with infection prevention standards. Responsibilities include developing policies, championing patient safety, and managing the IPC team. Must be a Registered Nurse with management experience and knowledge of quality improvement. The role offers a permanent contract full-time, and is based in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

27 days annual leave increase with service

Membership in NHS Pension Scheme

Paid sick leave increasing with service

Occupational health services

Employee counselling services

Work-life Balance policies

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Midwife with valid NMC Registration.
• Educated to Masters Level or equivalent.
• Sound leadership experience within healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for infection prevention and control.
• Lead development of infection control policies.
• Act as a clinical leader for the IPC Team.

Skills

Registered Nurse / Midwife with valid NMC Registration

Knowledge of NHS Scotland’s Leadership Qualities framework

Management knowledge

Extensive knowledge of clinical guidelines

Experience in Quality Improvement methodologies

Resource management

Proven track record in leadership

Working knowledge of basic IT

Education

Educated to Masters Level

Job description

A large healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Deputy Chief Nurse for Infection Prevention and Control. The ideal candidate will provide strategic leadership and ensure compliance with infection prevention standards. Responsibilities include developing policies, championing patient safety, and managing the IPC team. Must be a Registered Nurse with management experience and knowledge of quality improvement. The role offers a permanent contract full-time, and is based in a supportive team environment.