Infection Prevention & Control Lead Nurse - Ward

Oaklands Hospital

Unknown, United Kingdom
Not specified; benefits: private medical cover, pe...
Part-time, onsite (22.5 hours per week)
Current nmc registration required
Surveillance of hospital infections
Environmental audits for infection control
Oaklands Hospital is seeking a part-time Infection Prevention & Control Lead Nurse to oversee infection surveillance, provide training, and collaborate with department heads on infection control matters. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient care

Job Summary

  • The successful candidate will carry out necessary surveillance to identify and monitor infections within the hospital.
  • Ramsay Health Care offers a comprehensive benefits package including private medical cover, pension matching, and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • This role requires coordinating all aspects of Infection Prevention and Control issues on behalf of the Hospital Director while maintaining patient and staff safety.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Oaklands Hospital is seeking a part-time Infection Prevention & Control Lead Nurse to oversee infection surveillance, provide training, and collaborate with department heads on infection control matters. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient care.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: Private Medical Cover, Pension matching up to 5%, 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Current NMC registration required
  • Surveillance of hospital infections
  • Environmental audits for infection control
  • Development of action plans
  • Liaison with department heads

Nice-to-have

  • Teaching or assessing qualification
  • Warm, considerate, and empathetic character
  • Strong communication skills
  • Flexible and positive attitude
  • Ability to make decisions independently

Key Requirements

  • Current NMC registration
  • 30 credits at level 5 or 6 in IPC modules
  • Recognised Infection Prevention and Control qualification
  • Enhanced DBS certificate required

Work Rights

Not specified

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