Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Nurse
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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic Infection Prevention & Control Service team at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust on a full-time substantive contract.
About the Role
The Infection Prevention & Control Nursing Service is seeking to appoint a Band 6 Infection Prevention & Control Nurse to join our experienced and friendly team. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate who wishes to expand their knowledge, experience, and learn new skills within a dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide advice and guidance on Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) issues for Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust (TSDFT), domiciliary care, Registered Nursing and Care Homes, and GP practices within Torbay and South Devon footprint.
- Visit clinical areas, departments, and community facilities to audit and evaluate IPC measures providing evidence-based advice and support.
- Apply knowledge of microbiology, immunology, and epidemiology to promote health in clinical and non-clinical environments.
- Promote the provision of a safe environment for the wellbeing of staff and patients to support the IPC education and training programme for all grades of staff.
- Use core audit skills to enable the IPC and other health professionals to improve quality of care.
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Requirements
The successful candidate will be expected to have a sound knowledge of clinical nursing, excellent clinical skills, and experience working in the field of infection prevention & control. You will need to be able to empower staff and facilitate effective infection prevention & control practice within the organization.
- Work across the Trust's acute and community hospital sites.
- A full driving license and daily access to a car will be required.
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Why Work With Us
Why join us?
Our people are caring, committed, inclusive, and focused on quality. We focus on solutions and people’s strengths. We encourage outside-the-box thinking and embrace innovation and change wherever it can drive improvement. If you share our values and vision and are passionate about working with people on what matters to them, you could be a real asset to Team Torbay and South Devon.
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognized 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Contact Information
For further details or informal visits contact:
- Name: Tracey McKenzie
- Job title: ADNPP IPC
- Email address: tracey.mckenzie@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 01803 655757
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