About this role
Job summary
The post holder will work to provide evidenced based advice and leadership to practitioners across all inpatient services and community services within a specified care group and across the Trust in respect of Infection Prevention and control as directed by the Infection Prevention and Control Lead
Support clinical excellence as a positive role model working alongside clinicians in all Trust settings to provide practical support on Infection prevention and Control.
Support the delivery of high quality care across all services within their role boundaries and will provide visible support to both clinical and non- clinical colleagues.
Acknowledge the unpredictable nature of the role/ work load and have the ability to re prioritise workload quickly and confidently when there are changes in circumstances. Maintaining own electronic diary.
Duties will include clinical and administrative.
The post holder will work within their allocated work stream as they strive to implement policies and best practice in service delivery areas.
The post holder will provide line management support, supervision and mentoring to their Band 6 and Band 4 IPC team members
Main duties of the job
o To provide expert ipc advice and support to the care group and wider Trust staff as required.
o provide specialist advice on cases of Health care associated infection (HCAI) within the care group and across the Trust as directed in accordance with Trust policy.
o Provide specialist advice and management in relation to outbreaks of infection liaising with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) as required
o Contribute to the IPC annual plan and audit programme.
o Participate in the review of Trust IPC policies.
o Review of and delivery of IPC section of the Trust induction programme and bespoke training sessions
o Support the annual audit programme.
o Work with relevant health care partners across the local systems .
o To work in partnership with internal and external non-clinical teams including projects.
o Support Occupational Health services in relation to investigations of sharps injuries or bodily fluid exposure.
o To undertake investigation into patient safety incidents , and post infection reviews into cases of HCAI
o represent the IPC team at relevant meetings.
o Lead on the development of the Trust wide Link Worker programme and conference.
o Any other duties as delegated by the IPC Lead or Director, commensurate with the responsibilities of this post.
About us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential. Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks. If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling. Benefits
27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service. Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay. Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits. £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus. Work that wraps around your needs
Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Job description Job responsibilities
In addition to the above duties you will also be expected to perform the below key activities in line with your job role;
- Complete mandatory training in line with Trust policy and procedures.
- To participate in the staff appraisal process both as appraiser for any staff you manage, and appraisee.
- To keep yourself updated on all matters relating to Trust policy.
To provide management supervision where appropriate.
Person Specification
essential Essential
registered nurse IPC experience
essential Essential
achieved grade band 6 driving licence
Desirable
years experience
Experience Essential
experience of infection prevention and control registered nurse
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 Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Lodge
Wickford
SS11 7XX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)