Job summary Job Description Infection Prevention and Control Specialist Nurse Chichester Hospital | Nursing | Permanent contract | Part time | Includes weekend work Up to £40,000 per annum (pro rata) depending on experience 15 hours per week Main duties of the job As the Lead Nurse For Infection Prevention And Control (IPC), you will: Ensure the smooth running of all operational elements of an effective IPC service which includes: Surveillance, management and reporting of healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and alert organisms Audit of clinical environment and practices related to IPC implementation of IPC policies and strategies Outbreak prevention and control Training of staff in IPC Development and implementation of IPC policies and strategies Reviewing and managing projects from the Board Assurance Framework Running IPC meetings with Link staff which then leads into the Quarterly meeting with the Microbiologist Carrying out Investigations when required About us Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital. Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital is a 30 bedded hospital within walking distance of the city centre with free onsite car parking. The hospital has two laminar flow operating theatres, a JAG accredited endoscopy unit and two minor treatment rooms in the outpatient department. There is a small radiology department and CT/ MRI services are provided in a mobile unit. Inpatient physiotherapy is provided within the hospital whilst our outpatients attend the fitness and wellbeing centre at Chichester gate for their follow up physio and hydrotherapy treatments. Our main speciality is orthopaedics. We also care for patients needing treatment within the specialties of gynaecology, urology, general surgery, plastic surgery, ophthalmology max fax, and pain. We provide outpatient services for dermatology, cardiology, neurology, and rheumatology. Date posted 15 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £37,000 to £40,000 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number JR0081391 Job locations 78 Broyle Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 6WB Chichester PO19 6WB Job description Job responsibilities Infection Prevention and Control Specialist Nurse Chichester Hospital | Nursing | Permanent contract | Part time | Includes weekend work Up to £40,000 per annum (pro rata) depending on experience 15 hours per week As the UK's largest Healthcare Charity, we're offering you the chance to help shape the highest standards in patient care. Here, you'll have the time you need to role model good practice and develop your colleagues. We'll value your excellent communication skills and enthusiastic, forward-thinking approach. This is nursing as it should be. As an Infection Prevention Lead Nurse at our Chichester Hospital, you'll be registered with the appropriate governing body and you hold the relevant qualifications and experience, including NMC. With post-registration experience (at least two years in infection prevention and control), you're able to carry out investigations and root cause analysis, as well as advising the clinical team. As the Lead Nurse For Infection Prevention And Control (IPC), you will: Ensure the smooth running of all operational elements of an effective IPC service which includes: Surveillance, management and reporting of healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and alert organisms Audit of clinical environment and practices related to IPC implementation of IPC policies and strategies Outbreak prevention and control Training of staff in IPC Development and implementation of IPC policies and strategies Reviewing and managing projects from the Board Assurance Framework Running IPC meetings with Link staff which then leads into the Quarterly meeting with the Microbiologist Carrying out Investigations when required The purpose of the post is to lead and provide expert advice for all staff, patients and service users on issues related to the prevention and control of infections and infectious diseases. The post holder will be leading the service by demonstrating expert specialist clinical practice and skills using evidence based best practice in line with current guidelines, research and innovation. Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare and gym membership to our cycle to work scheme, expert financial advice and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital. Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital is a 30 bedded hospital within walking distance of the city centre with free onsite car parking. The hospital has two laminar flow operating theatres, a JAG accredited endoscopy unit and two minor treatment rooms in the outpatient department. There is a small radiology department and CT/ MRI services are provided in a mobile unit. Inpatient physiotherapy is provided within the hospital whilst our outpatients attend the fitness and wellbeing centre at Chichester gate for their follow up physio and hydrotherapy treatments. Our main speciality is orthopaedics. We also care for patients needing treatment within the specialties of gynaecology, urology, general surgery, plastic surgery, ophthalmology max fax, and pain. We provide outpatient services for dermatology, cardiology, neurology, and rheumatology. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you. Job description Job responsibilities Infection Prevention and Control Specialist Nurse Chichester Hospital | Nursing | Permanent contract | Part time | Includes weekend work Up to £40,000 per annum (pro rata) depending on experience 15 hours per week As the UK's largest Healthcare Charity, we're offering you the chance to help shape the highest standards in patient care. Here, you'll have the time you need to role model good practice and develop your colleagues. We'll value your excellent communication skills and enthusiastic, forward-thinking approach. This is nursing as it should be. As an Infection Prevention Lead Nurse at our Chichester Hospital, you'll be registered with the appropriate governing body and you hold the relevant qualifications and experience, including NMC. With post-registration experience (at least two years in infection prevention and control), you're able to carry out investigations and root cause analysis, as well as advising the clinical team. As the Lead Nurse For Infection Prevention And Control (IPC), you will: Ensure the smooth running of all operational elements of an effective IPC service which includes: Surveillance, management and reporting of healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and alert organisms Audit of clinical environment and practices related to IPC implementation of IPC policies and strategies Outbreak prevention and control Training of staff in IPC Development and implementation of IPC policies and strategies Reviewing and managing projects from the Board Assurance Framework Running IPC meetings with Link staff which then leads into the Quarterly meeting with the Microbiologist Carrying out Investigations when required The purpose of the post is to lead and provide expert advice for all staff, patients and service users on issues related to the prevention and control of infections and infectious diseases. The post holder will be leading the service by demonstrating expert specialist clinical practice and skills using evidence based best practice in line with current guidelines, research and innovation. Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare and gym membership to our cycle to work scheme, expert financial advice and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital. Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital is a 30 bedded hospital within walking distance of the city centre with free onsite car parking. The hospital has two laminar flow operating theatres, a JAG accredited endoscopy unit and two minor treatment rooms in the outpatient department. There is a small radiology department and CT/ MRI services are provided in a mobile unit. Inpatient physiotherapy is provided within the hospital whilst our outpatients attend the fitness and wellbeing centre at Chichester gate for their follow up physio and hydrotherapy treatments. Our main speciality is orthopaedics. We also care for patients needing treatment within the specialties of gynaecology, urology, general surgery, plastic surgery, ophthalmology max fax, and pain. We provide outpatient services for dermatology, cardiology, neurology, and rheumatology. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you. Person Specification Qualifications Essential You'll be registered with the appropriate governing body and you hold the relevant qualifications and experience, including NMC. Experience Essential With post-registration experience (at least two years in infection prevention and control), you're able to carry out investigations and root cause analysis, as well as advising the clinical team. Person Specification Qualifications Essential You'll be registered with the appropriate governing body and you hold the relevant qualifications and experience, including NMC. Experience Essential With post-registration experience (at least two years in infection prevention and control), you're able to carry out investigations and root cause analysis, as well as advising the clinical team. Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Nuffield Health Address 78 Broyle Road Chichester West Sussex PO19 6WB Chichester PO19 6WB Employer's website https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)