Infection Prevention Co-Ordinator / Nurse - 22.5 hours - Cheltenham Nuffield Health Hospital

Are you a Registered Nurse and are you interested in or have experience within Infection Prevention? If so, Nuffield Health have the opportunity for you.

The successful candidate will be funded to attend the Nuffield Health IPC Course run by de Montfort University resulting in Level 3 credits and will then work with Matron (Director of Infection Prevention and Control) to lead on IP for the hospital. IP responsibilities will include practical IP training to both clinical and non-clinical staff, uploading of IP data to the Public Health England (PHE) database, investigation any infections at the site (with department leads) identifying areas for improvements in care, and chairing both monthly and quarterly IP&C Committee meetings. There is also an opportunity in the longer term to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to become an Infection Prevention Specialist Nurse.

No experience is necessary in Infection Prevention as all training and support will be provided but a keen interest in IP and an ability to work independently are essential. For a confidential chat or to set up an informal visit, then please do email daen.fox@nuffieldhealth.com

What are the responsibilities of an Infection Prevention Co-Ordinator / Nurse

• Be part of a close-knit team headed by our Matron.
• With our consultant- led service, you will be working directly with some of the best clinical talent around, gaining experience with new practices, equipment and facilities.
• You'll interact with practitioners from other departments because you understand the importance of continuity in patient care.
• You will be able to manage a patient workload in a constantly changing environment.

What are we looking for in an Infection Prevention Co-Ordinator / Nurse;

• Have a registration with the appropriate governing body and have qualifications and experience relevant to your registration, including NMC.
• Be enthusiastic, highly motivated and keen to embrace new ideas.
• Be an excellent communicator and team worker & flexible with regards to shift patterns.
• Have the ability to fully understand each patient's needs and provide individual attention.

Benefits

We want you to be the best you can be. We promise that we will support you with training opportunities and career development options. For newly-qualified nurses we offer a one year preceptorship programme.

We also offer a unique health and wellbeing focused benefits package. This includes free membership across all of our Fitness & Wellbeing clubs, along with free private healthcare. Not only this but we also offer a range of lifestyle and financial wellbeing benefits.

Free onsite parking is available.

Whether you are currently in the NHS or a private setting, we are sure you will find your career with us motivating and rewarding.

Like all of us at Nuffield Health, you do what you do because you care. Every one of our brilliant people is passionate about making a real difference.

Salary - based on experience and qualifications

Location - Cheltenham

Hours - 22.5 hours