An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic and innovative Band 5/6 nurse to join our Infection Prevention Management team for a 1-year secondment working 22.5 hours per week. We are looking for a self-motivated experienced nurse who possesses good written and verbal communication skills, works well within a team whilst being able to work autonomously. They need to able to influence others, prioritise work and have a flexible approach.
The role is varied and includes promoting best practice in Infection Prevention Management (IPM). Supporting the Trust agenda in meeting national and local targets in Infection Prevention Management (IPM) ensuring the highest quality care with dignity and respect to patients, staff, and visitors.Providing specialist advice and guidance for staff and patients, analysing and interpreting data using our clinical surveillance system.
The main duties of the job include working with the rest of the IPM team in managing healthcare associated infections, support staff in the clinical areas to minimize the transmission of infections. Engage in change and improvement initiatives.
• The job holder will be required to develop close working relationships with the Infection Prevention Management Team, Consultant Microbiologists, Microbiology Team as well as the nursing, medical and facilities team throughout the trust.
• To provide advice and support to clinical teams working in the Trust to ensure adherence to good practice in infection prevention management issue.
• To act as an advisor within the Trust and utilising and disseminating specialist skills and knowledge to all staff groups, patients, andvisitor.
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• To participate in the development of training programs and deliver training as required to Trust staff.
• To support the daily organisation of the service in theabsence of IPM Lead Specialist Nurse or Specialist Nurse for Infection Prevention Management.
• To support thedelivery of the IPM workprogram.
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
This advert closes on Thursday 28 Aug 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr