Senior Infection Prevention and Control Nurse
Band 8a Job Share - 15 hours per week
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Senior Nurse in Infection Prevention and Control Nurse (Band 8a) at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust. We are seeking an outstanding, dynamic and enthusiastic individual with existing leadership and IPC experience to build on the excellent work that is undertaken by the team. The post holder will support, develop and implement systems to improve the quality of infection prevention and control management, by the delivery of national directives to develop local strategies for quality, patient safety and safe systems of working for staff. The successful candidate will need to be self-motivated and have a flexible approach to work. Demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to engage and motivate others. You must also be computer literate and have good organisational skills and be able to demonstrate autonomy working and also work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
* Analyse key performance indicator data from a range of sources, incorporating benchmarking to make recommendations internally and externally regarding quality and safety.
* Analyse information from surveys, audits, reviews and investigations and work with the Deputy DIPC to develop and implement monitoring systems for improving Quality & Safety.
* Assess the relevance of National policy and guidance; work in collaboration with the Deputy DIPC regarding implementation and evaluation.
* Ensure Board Assurance Framework is maintained and provided through agreed escalation, communication and reporting channels.
* In-depth understanding and experience of clinical governance and quality management.
* The post holder will develop a quality, proactive, evidence-based IPC service to prevent and reduce the incidence of infections and implement systems to enhance patient and staff safety across the organisation.
About us
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity. Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon. Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document (Job Description) which contains more information about the role.
Person Specification
Experience and Skills
* Experience at Band 8a
* Years of Experience
* Qualifications
Qualifications
* Relevant qualifications in Infection Prevention and Control
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.
Deputy Director of IPC & Consultant Nurse
£59,490 to £66,239 a year pa inc HCAS (pro rata)
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