Infection Prevention and Control Nurse/Practitioner
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Band 6 Infection Prevention and Control Nurse/Practitioner - 30 hours per week With the Matron for Infection Prevention and Control, Specialist Practitioner, Consultant Microbiologists and Director of Infection Prevention and Control, ensure that prevention, monitoring, investigation and control of healthcare associated infection is embedded within all activities of the Trust. Under the direction of the Specialist Infection Prevention and Control Nurses, provide clinical advice on all matters relating to infection prevention and control. Applicants will be required to travel across hospital sites to provide cover when needed. Main duties of the job
Clinical -
Under the direction of Specialist Infection Prevention and Control Practitioners, provide clinical advice in infection prevention and control within NCIC and to all healthcare staff. Management -
As part of the infection prevention team, provide assurance to the Trust board that good clinical practice is embedded and embraced at all levels of the organisation and is reflected in performance against key infection prevention and control indicators, including the criteria required for registration with the Care Quality Commission. Administration -
Monitor progress of all infection prevention and control plans, taking remedial action when required and monitoring the implementation of changes. Education -
Participate in the development of an educational strategy to promote awareness and understanding of infection prevention and control, encompassing all Trust staff. Communicate infection prevention and control measures to a wide audience including medical staff, the public and external groups. About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding hospital and health services to half a million people. Established on 1st October 2019, the Trust is creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout north Cumbria and beyond. We're responsible for delivering over 70 services across 15 main locations and we employ more than 6,500 members of staff. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high-quality care every time'. Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well As an organisation, we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Please note:
due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received, this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date; please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. Disclosure and Barring Service: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Person Specification
Qualifications
Nursing and Midwifery Council registration or Health and Care Professions Council registration (Health care professionals) Recognised Teaching qualification or equivalent experience of teaching. Degree (or working towards) Essential IT skills (EITS) or equivalent. Degree module/s qualification in infection prevention and control or equivalent. Experience
Clinical nursing practice in an NHS setting Audit and management of change. Teaching in small groups. Managing and leading staff Use of a computer. Managing change. Contributing to policy. Project management. Knowledge
Infection prevention and control principles and practice. Cross organisational working. Impact assessment. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to respond appropriately to requests for information, advice and support. Ability to maintain high standards of work. Ability to use initiative appropriately. Able to work as a member of a team Ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care. Ability to challenge poor practice. Advanced clinical reasoning skills. Personal Circumstances
Meticulous. Positive attitude to professional development Adaptable to change. Other requirements
Ability to travel independently. Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 per annum pro rata
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North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Band 6 Infection Prevention and Control Nurse/Practitioner - 30 hours per week With the Matron for Infection Prevention and Control, Specialist Practitioner, Consultant Microbiologists and Director of Infection Prevention and Control, ensure that prevention, monitoring, investigation and control of healthcare associated infection is embedded within all activities of the Trust. Under the direction of the Specialist Infection Prevention and Control Nurses, provide clinical advice on all matters relating to infection prevention and control. Applicants will be required to travel across hospital sites to provide cover when needed. Main duties of the job
Clinical -
Under the direction of Specialist Infection Prevention and Control Practitioners, provide clinical advice in infection prevention and control within NCIC and to all healthcare staff. Management -
As part of the infection prevention team, provide assurance to the Trust board that good clinical practice is embedded and embraced at all levels of the organisation and is reflected in performance against key infection prevention and control indicators, including the criteria required for registration with the Care Quality Commission. Administration -
Monitor progress of all infection prevention and control plans, taking remedial action when required and monitoring the implementation of changes. Education -
Participate in the development of an educational strategy to promote awareness and understanding of infection prevention and control, encompassing all Trust staff. Communicate infection prevention and control measures to a wide audience including medical staff, the public and external groups. About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding hospital and health services to half a million people. Established on 1st October 2019, the Trust is creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout north Cumbria and beyond. We're responsible for delivering over 70 services across 15 main locations and we employ more than 6,500 members of staff. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high-quality care every time'. Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well As an organisation, we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Please note:
due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received, this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date; please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. Disclosure and Barring Service: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Person Specification
Qualifications
Nursing and Midwifery Council registration or Health and Care Professions Council registration (Health care professionals) Recognised Teaching qualification or equivalent experience of teaching. Degree (or working towards) Essential IT skills (EITS) or equivalent. Degree module/s qualification in infection prevention and control or equivalent. Experience
Clinical nursing practice in an NHS setting Audit and management of change. Teaching in small groups. Managing and leading staff Use of a computer. Managing change. Contributing to policy. Project management. Knowledge
Infection prevention and control principles and practice. Cross organisational working. Impact assessment. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to respond appropriately to requests for information, advice and support. Ability to maintain high standards of work. Ability to use initiative appropriately. Able to work as a member of a team Ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care. Ability to challenge poor practice. Advanced clinical reasoning skills. Personal Circumstances
Meticulous. Positive attitude to professional development Adaptable to change. Other requirements
Ability to travel independently. Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 per annum pro rata
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