University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Deputy Director Infection Prevention and Control
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Deputy Director Infection Prevention and Control
The Deputy Director Infection Prevention and Control in the University Hospitals Sussex (UHS) IPC Team (IPCT) is part of the senior IPC leadership team along with the Lead Nurse and Matrons, and will manage and develop the Trust’s Infection Prevention service with responsibility for implementing strategies to reduce the risk of infection to patients, staff and visitors.
The postholder will provide strategic, and operational leadership for Infection Prevention and Control across the whole UH Sussex Trust, providing expert clinical advice and guidance to clinical colleagues (nurses, medical and allied health professional staff).
- Actively contribute to the strategic development of the specialist Infection Prevention and Control service in line with Trust objectives and national guidance.
- Lead the development of nursing practice, service performance review, evidence based practice, clinical audit and governance, implementing improvements that increase service effectiveness, efficiency and the quality of care.
- Function at a very senior level within the organisation, proactively leading and providing solutions to resolve highly complex issues, in accordance with professional standards, agreed Trust objectives, targets, quality standards and resource constraints.
- Promote and implement effective cross boundary working with ICS/ CCG colleagues, Public Health England, UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and other stakeholders.
- Develop and deliver Trust wide policy and guidelines relating to Infection Prevention and Control.
- Implement an educational strategy to underpin changes in Infection Prevention and Control practice. Develop and sustain appropriate multi-agency and inter professional relationships and to network to influence and develop current systems of care delivery.
- Have proven senior managerial experience in leading teams and possess leadership skills to deal competently with highly complex issues in ensuring that standards and policy are upheld, implemented and performance managed.
- Work closely with the DIPC, associate DIPC and Microbiology consultants, providing strategic leadership for delivery of the IPC agenda and the management of Infection Prevention and Control service.
- Ensure the prevention, surveillance and control of healthcare related infection in the Trust and the attainment of key Trust performance targets relating to Infection Prevention and Control.
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At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Sharon Reed
- Job title: Interim Corporate Director for IPC
- Email address: sharon.reed1@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 07342075093
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