Infection Prevention and Control Clinical Nurse Specialist inLondon inLondon PUBLISHED
THU 24 OCT 2024
The role requires active participation in clinical areas, with approximately 70% of time dedicated to education and advisory services and 30% focused on project work. The IPC CNS will work under the guidance of Senior IPC Nurses and engage in the development of effective IPC systems alongside clinical teams. This position presents an excellent opportunity to be part of a highly regarded NHS trust, recognized for its positive work environment and commitment to clinical excellence.
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 7 Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to join the IPC team. The IPC CNS will work in conjunction with staff across the UCLH sites to improve IPC practice and reduce hospital acquired infections.The post holder will provide leadership, mentorship, and line management to junior members of the team as well as peer support to the other band 7 IPC CNS within the team.This post requires collaborative working with the IPC team and with all healthcare personnel across the Trust. Working alongside the IPC Consultant Nurses, Senior Nurses, IPC CNSs, Director of Infection Prevention & Control (DIPC) and the IPC Team, the post holder will shape IPC policy and guidance ensuring implementation into practice.The IPC service includes the Trust wide management of isolation prioritisation to aid patient flow ensuring patient safety is maintained. Working alongside the coordination and operational services to review and advise on decontamination, building regulation compliance and the development of Trust wide education and audit programmes amongst others.The post holder will be expected to spend 70% of time within the clinical areas providing education & training and advisory service; offering support and advice to staff clinically and 30% on project work and classroom-based teaching programmes.
o Providing and supporting a visible and proactive approach to the prevention, surveillance, investigation, and control of infection. This includes the review, formulation, implementation and education of evidence-based infection prevention and control practices (IPC), in line with national and Trust policy and guidance.o Providing expert advice to multi-professional colleagues, patients and carers on IPCo Contribute to the development and implementation of measures to reduce the incidence of infection.o Work collaboratively to develop systems and processes to support the organisation's objectives relating to IPCo Working with clinical teams across the Trust to implement, monitor and measure compliance relating to infection prevention and control.o Take a lead in the clinical audit process, including the evaluation and disseminating learning outcomes.o Developing and delivering educational and training programmes to all disciplines within the Trust.o Acting as a strong patient advocate, providing visible compassionate leadership, and ensuring that the care of patients reflects best clinical standards.o Leading on developing and reviewing Trust infection prevention and control policies and guidelines as directed by the nurse consultants/ deputy DIPCs.o Lead the day to day running of the IPC team under the guidance of the Senior IPCNs.o Act as a line manager and mentor for junior members of the IPC team.
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Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found at www.jobsincare.com/job/jbnsjxT7
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