About The Role
As a senior role model, you will champion best practice in Infection Control, providing expert clinical guidance and support to the multi-professional team. You will play a key role in developing staff across the organisation, using education and training resources to promote continuous improvement and foster a culture of openness, collaboration, and effective communication.
You will lead the Nursing Infection Control Team and hold responsibility for coordinating and delivering Infection Control activities throughout the hospital.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, support, and develop Infection Control practice across the hospital
* Audit and assess infection control practices at ward and departmental level, making evidence-based recommendations for improvement in collaboration with Infection Control Consultants
* Monitor infection risks, rates, and trends, reporting outcomes to the Infection Control Committee
* Investigate and manage outbreaks of infection, advising on appropriate actions in partnership with the Infection Control Doctor and reporting findings to the Infection Control Committee
* Investigate increases in healthcare-associated (nosocomial) infections and recommend practice changes as required
* Act as a specialist advisor to hospital staff on Infection Control matters, promoting best practice at all times
* Educate, support, and regularly update staff on Infection Control policies, procedures, and emerging issues
Requirements
* Registered General Nurse. Minimum 5 years post registration experience
* Higher diploma in Infection Control desirable
* Previous IPC experience
* Be on the live register with NMBI.
* Excellent inter-personal skills.
* Leadership and management skills.
* Knowledge of issues relating to nurse education and development.
* Up to date knowledge in best practice for issues relating to Infection Control
Mater Private offers:
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunities for professional development and growth
* The chance to make a real difference in people's lives
Mater Private Network is an Equal Opportunities Employer