Infection Prevention and Control Nurse
London: The Princess Grace Hospital & The Harley Street Clinic
Full time: 37.5hrs pw
Shift times: Monday –Friday (Days will be split between The Princess Grace Hospital and The Harley Street Clinic)
Permanent contract
Salary: Competitive (DOE) + Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)
The Princess Grace Hospital is recruiting for an Infection Prevention and Control Nurse to join the team!
About the role:
The Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Nurse is a key role, part of our HCA Healthcare UK Infection Prevention and Control team, that supports our acute care facilities in delivering exceptional care.
This role is based primarily at The Princess Grace Hospital (but working as part of our HCA Healthcare UK team of IPCNs), you will lead the provision of a comprehensive infection prevention and control service.
An effective and visible leader, you will be required to apply your expert knowledge and ability to support the Consultant Microbiologist and the Director of Infection Prevention and Control (DIPC) in assuring compliance with the Health and Social Care Act (2022) Code of Practice.
The primary focus of this post is to lead the reduction, prevention and control of health care associated infections, working with staff, patients and carers through education, engagement, support of the audit cycle and clinical outcomes and specific quality improvement project work.
The post holder will be required to advise on infection prevention and control matters relating to all geographical areas of the campus, including inpatient and outpatient locations, and travel to other HCA Healthcare UK sites as required.
As a subject matter expert, senior nursing leader and reflective practitioner, the IPC Nurse will seek to improve the standard of infection prevention and control through critical analysis of healthcare associated infections, communication with stakeholders, learning from incidents, guiding evidence-based clinical practice, providing expert advice on refurbishments and new builds and being an active lead in joint environmental audits/assessments.
What you will bring:
- NMC registered nurse
- Infection control diploma or equivalent related qualification (essential)
- Expert practitioner in all aspects of infection prevention and control (Extensive experience required)
- Responsive, independent practitioner able to prioritise and take necessary actions to contain or eliminate infectious hazards/risks
- Clear understanding of the investigation processes for incidents and outbreaks including infection control reviews and PSIRF principles
- Good verbal and nonverbal communication skills
- Skilled in the use of Word, PowerPoint & Excel to present and communicate information
- Attention to detail
- Flexibility to respond to the needs of the services
- A team player
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As an Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Nurse you’ll be eligible for:
- 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
- Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
- Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
- Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
- Group Life Assurance from day one
- Critical illness cover
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
- Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
- Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.#J-18808-Ljbffr
