The post is accountable to the IPAC Matron for the day-to-day IP& C management across NCHC and to an ongoing improvement in the quality of the patient's experience.
The post holder has a responsibility to monitor and act upon standards of Infection Prevention & Control that fall below the acceptable standard and legislative responsibilities.
This position is involved in ensuring Trust complies with its legislative and licensing requirements, i.e. The Health and Social Care Act 2008, and for the provision of specialist advice and guidance for all health care professionals and support staff across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
To act as a subject matter expert (SME) demonstrating advanced knowledge and skill beyond that associated with traditional nursing roles, including the integration of research evidence into practice by expert clinical reasoning and decision making.
As an acknowledged expert in the provision of patient management in relation to Infection Prevention & Control the post holder will, where required, make independent clinical decisions, initiate investigations, and be responsible for advising on the management of defined group/groups of patients.
Job responsibilities
All duties and responsibilities are outlined within the job description which is attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Nurse or other registered clinical qualification
* Master's degree in Infection Control (or willingness to begin within 1 year of appointment)
* Evidence of IPS competencies
* ENB 998 or C& G 730
Desirable
* Management or leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working in IPAC
* Proven management experience
Desirable
* Experience of working in community-based services
Skills
Essential
* Ability to analyse complex information and use own judgement to problem solve
* Ability to prioritise and organise own workload
* Ability to develop and deliver training programmes
* Assertive and able to deal with colleagues, patients and the public at all levels
* Excellent communication skills both verbal & written
* Demonstrable leadership skills
* IT skills
Knowledge
Essential
* Sound knowledge of Infection Control Policies / Practices
* Knowledge of the principles and practice of surveillance
* Demonstrate sound evidence-based approach to applying information
Desirable
* Working knowledge of Datix
* Knowledge of clinical governance and risk management
Other
Essential
* Able to establish positive relationships and mutual respect
* Confident and resilient and able to deal with conflict
* Able to arrange own transport to different locations.
* Good team player
* Resourceful
Desirable
* Enjoy teaching and mentoring
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust
Address
Norwich Community Hospital
Bowthorp Road
Norwich
NR2 3TU #J-18808-Ljbffr