Clinical Nurse Facilitator - IPC, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic
Location: Sports Surgery Clinic
Job type: Permanent
Overview of role
UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic are currently recruiting for the position of Clinical Nurse Facilitator, Infection Prevention & Control. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team establishing and maintaining good working relationships aimed at delivering the highest standards of care.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Be an accountable role model through the provision of professional leadership and demonstrate best practice in the area of infection prevention control (IPC).
Act as a resource in providing specialist knowledge, consultancy and expertise in collaboration with nursing and healthcare personnel.
Supporting peers, colleagues and the public in learning and implementing measures to reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistant organisms and infectious diseases.
Establish an IPC strategy and programme of work in conjunction with the IPC lead for UPMC SSC.
Take a proactive role in the formulation and provision of evidence based PPPGs.
Identify, initiate, conduct, evaluate and ensure the completion of audits pertaining to IPC in all services, including the provision of reports to the IPC Committee.
Maintain a record of clinically relevant data aligned to KPI (KPIs) as directed and advised.
Identify, critically analyze, disseminate and integrate best evidence relating to IPC care into practice.
Monitor clinical practice in relation to prevention and control of infection.
Maintain effective communication structures and interpersonal relations, which ensure that IPC information is conveyed quickly and effectively.
Contribute to and share learning through IPC Networks and advise UPMC SSC management, medical and nursing personnel regarding the need for isolation facilities or transfer of patients to infectious disease/isolation room.
Educate nursing and other healthcare personnel on the requirements isolation practices using transmission based precautions.
Educate and support ward/departmental managers and staff in the implementation of infection control policies, guidelines and procedures.
Create exchange of learning opportunities within the MDT in relation to evidence based IPC care delivery through journal clubs, conferences, newsletters etc.
Co-ordinate and assist with the investigation of outbreaks of hospital infection with particular reference to their course and mode of spread.
Carry out audits, complete reports and provide feedback to the Consultant Microbiologists and relevant personnel.
Monitor standards of clinic hygiene in collaboration with the Director of Nursing and Cleaning Services.
Develop, update and provide education on all Policies and Guidelines in relation to IPC/Decontamination.
Work closely with Occupational Health and will be required to support days of immunization.
Actively contribute, participate and ensure compliance with the key areas identified in the following: IPC/Decontamination, National Quality/Hygiene Schemes; All audits deemed necessary by the UPMC SSC IPCC and Management Team.
Qualifications & Experience
Be a Registered Nurse and eligible to register with NMBI on the General Division of the live register.
Higher Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control is desirable although not essential. Willingness to undertake this course is required. Evidence of continuing professional development must be demonstrated.
Have working proficient knowledge of IT databases such as excel.
Have excellent interpersonal skills and proven written and verbal communication abilities.
Have the ability to work on own initiative, prioritise and manage a number of issues simultaneously and demonstrate attention to detail.
Provide specialist knowledge, including professional and clinical leadership to the Nursing Team.
Co-ordinate and facilitate the comprehensive infection prevention and control policies and procedures with the IPC lead and Consultant Microbiologist in UPMC SSC.
This post covers the whole field of infection prevention and control and involves co-operation with all departments to ensure that the National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare associated infections are fulfilled (HIQA & JCI standards).
This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As UPMC and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the business.
Salary: €58,342 - €68,707 based on a 37.5 hour working week.
Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.
Benefits - Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded.
Performance and Recognition - Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
Work-Life Balance - Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
Development and Career Opportunities - Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
About UPMC
UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division - an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.
In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.
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