The post holder will work as part of the Infection Prevention and Control Team and lead the clinical management of infection prevention and control on a locality basis. As an expert practitioner and a key member of the team, the post holder will work to reduce the incidence of infection through risk assessment, audit, intervention, and education. They will respond to incidents and outbreaks of healthcare-associated infections or urgent inquiries that require immediate action, with the ability to refocus and reprioritize existing work commitments.
The post holder will provide expert clinical advice on all matters related to infection prevention and control, liaising with senior clinicians, managers, acute and tertiary care settings, specialist staff groups, and all staff involved in planning and delivering clinical services, in accordance with the Hygiene Code.
They will work as a highly visible member of the Infection Prevention and Control Team, communicating effectively with staff, patients, and carers across various care settings to promote high standards of infection prevention and control.
The post holder will be responsible for infection prevention and control in community services within KCHFT, working jointly with other IPC team members.
The IPC team comprises 5 clinical specialists supported by a surveillance lead, an FFP3 fit tester, and a full-time administrator. The band 7 clinical specialists are supported and line-managed by the lead nurse for IPC and indirectly by the assistant director of IPC. The team provides an on-call service, which all clinical specialists participate in.
While there is no line management responsibility, following training, the individual is expected to undertake one designated appraisal and personal development plan review annually.
Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, the organization is committed to high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve community health. We seek outstanding people who share our values: compassionate, aspirational, responsive, and excellent.
We recognize that a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion enhances patient care and fosters a happier workforce. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
Applicants are asked to provide information about their protected characteristics on the application form. This information is confidential and only used for ensuring equitable access to opportunities and supporting our diversity initiatives. Shortlisted candidates will see two ticks indicating their application aligns with the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.
We support flexible working arrangements to help balance work and personal commitments. Please discuss your preferences with us.
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For further details or informal visits, contact: Name: Eva DelSastreMesa
Job title: Lead Nurse for Infection Prevention and Control
Email: eva.delsastremesa@nhs.net
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