Infection Prevention & Control Nurse Specialist
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for the Infection Prevention & Control Nurse Specialist role.
Are you a dedicated nurse searching for your next opportunity? #TeamUHD is looking for an infection prevention and control nurse specialist to work alongside the wider IPC team. This is an exciting time to join us with upcoming transformations across the organisation that will enhance the care we deliver to the local community. You will be passionate about infection prevention and control, dedicated to keeping patients, visitors and staff safe. Your role will support the trust agenda in meeting national and local targets, driving compliance and adherence to the Health and Social Care Act and the code of practice on the prevention and control of infections. We need someone who will act as an advocate of high‑quality care, promoting excellence in infection prevention and control with dignity and respect.
Additional Contact Information
Claire Ward‑Jackson – IPC Nurse Consultant – claire.ward-jackson@uhd.nhs.uk
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch Hospital.
Interview Date: 15th January 2026
Responsibilities
* To provide specialist advice and support to clinical teams working in the Trust to ensure adherence to good practice in infection prevention and control.
* To act as an advisor within the Trust and its Clinical Care Groups, disseminating specialist skills and knowledge to all staff groups, patients and visitors.
* To be visible and accessible to staff, patients and visitors, always acting as a role model.
* To work in collaboration with the infection prevention and control team and senior clinical staff.
* To participate and deliver mandatory and other training to Trust staff.
* To participate in local and national audits.
* To participate in the Trust Infection Prevention and Control Strategy, including policy and procedure development.
* To participate in the daily organisation and responsiveness of the service.
* To promote professional practice and ensure all staff comply with relevant legislation and Trust policies.
UHD is investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. Some services may move site this year or next. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview. For further details or informal visits, contact: Joanne Keca – Senior Infection Control Specialist – Joanne.Keca@uhd.nhs.uk.
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