Job summary The infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Nurse Specialist is a highly specialised clinician acting as an autonomous practitioner, whose role is to support Providers in delivering an effective infection prevention and control service to the Care Homes in Ealing. The post holder will work with Ealing CCG to provide guidance and advice to the Providers and will support them in delivering strategic and evidence based care on all matters relating to infection prevention and control, including the planning, development and implementation of strategies to prevent avoidable healthcare associated infections.They will work with Providers to ensure that the care homes have systems that provide surveillance of healthcare associated infections and provide advice to staff regarding resident's management and screening in accordance with national guidelines.The nurse will be expected to work and support Providers in ensuring that policies are accessible, evidence based, regularly reviewed and ensuring adherence with these policies across the organisations through supporting via an education programme. Main duties of the job To support the CCG and Providers in the management of outbreaks, working with key partners.To participate in cross boundary working issues relating to IPC and outbreaks of infection eg London Borough of Ealing.To provide specialist advice to all staff relating to infection prevention and control regarding patients, staff and visitors.Provide expert clinical advice to GPs and others (eg Community Nurses) relating to IPC as requested and with a particular view to reducing hospital admissions.To support providers in the development and implementation of robust systems to provide health care associated infection statistical data for mandatory reporting.Advise staff in the development of strategies to contain and reduce the incidence of infection through risk assessment, surveillance, audit, education and management of outbreaks of communicable disease.Assist the providers in their planning and implementation of response to a major outbreak of infectious disease e.g. Pandemic flu.Organise own specialist workload. To assist in the delivery of IPC training / workshops programme for the Providers and key stakeholder's as agreed.To ensure an ongoing programme of education and support to IPC link practitioners.To maintain personal development within your role so that advice and information is based on accurate research based knowledge and best evidence. About us West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation. Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m. The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'. The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative. Date posted 22 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £51,883 to £58,544 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 222-CORP-902 Job locations Armstrong Way Southall UB2 4SD Job description Job responsibilities The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Job description Job responsibilities The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential NMC Registration BSc or Post grad qualification in Infection Prevention and Control Teaching and assessing qualification Desirable Leadership programme Experience Essential Experience of working in an IPC role in the community / primary care services Experience of writing policies and presenting information in a variety of relevant formats Experience of conducting audits and risk assessments At least 18 months IPC experience Knowledge /skills Essential Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills Up to date in depth knowledge of infection prevention and control Full understanding of national IPC agenda the national agenda. Ability to work across organisational boundaries Excellent organisational skills Evidence of ability to manage change Experience of standard setting / bench marking Evidence of range of management and leadership skills Teaching skills both formal and informal Commitment to high quality, patient focused care Proven evidence of developing infection prevention and control practice Able to communicate highly sensitive information to patient, relatives and members of staff Networking skills Excellent interpersonal and leadership Skills Able to use Word and Excel. Inputting data and extract information. Able to use PowerPoint Personal Qualities Essential Well-developed personal and influencing skills Self-motivated and flexible Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential NMC Registration BSc or Post grad qualification in Infection Prevention and Control Teaching and assessing qualification Desirable Leadership programme Experience Essential Experience of working in an IPC role in the community / primary care services Experience of writing policies and presenting information in a variety of relevant formats Experience of conducting audits and risk assessments At least 18 months IPC experience Knowledge /skills Essential Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills Up to date in depth knowledge of infection prevention and control Full understanding of national IPC agenda the national agenda. Ability to work across organisational boundaries Excellent organisational skills Evidence of ability to manage change Experience of standard setting / bench marking Evidence of range of management and leadership skills Teaching skills both formal and informal Commitment to high quality, patient focused care Proven evidence of developing infection prevention and control practice Able to communicate highly sensitive information to patient, relatives and members of staff Networking skills Excellent interpersonal and leadership Skills Able to use Word and Excel. Inputting data and extract information. Able to use PowerPoint Personal Qualities Essential Well-developed personal and influencing skills Self-motivated and flexible 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. 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. 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 West London NHS Trust Address Armstrong Way Southall UB2 4SD Employer's website https://www.westlondon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)