Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced infection and prevention control nurse to join the Infection Prevention and Control Team at Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (WUTH).
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and dynamic Nurse who has advanced clinical knowledge and skills within the specialty of Infection Prevention & Control. The post holder must have proven experience in a leadership position, can act autonomously, manage patient care, make clinical decisions and take responsibility for their own actions. They must be able to communicate effectively with patients and their families and other members of the Healthcare team.
The post holder is expected to continue their professional development and stay abreast of current best practice and include this when teaching and training others. The post holder is expected to contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
An approachable personality, strong commitment to team working and good communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is a recognised teaching qualification (ENB 998 or equivalent).
The Infection Prevention and Control team are based at the Arrowe Park Hospital site however you would be expected to travel between sites across the organisation. The team currently provide a Monday to Friday service from 8am to 6pm.
Main duties of the job
Whilst having joint responsibility for the line management of junior staff within the team, you will also be supporting the Team matron in supporting the Deputy Director of Infection Prevention and Control to deliver the Trust's Infection Prevention & Control Strategy, at a clinical and operational level.
You will be required to manage and motivate others, implement change, and meet deadlines to achieve the challenging objectives that have been set to reduce the risk of patients acquiring infections whilst in our care.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description document for details of the main responsibilities and person specification for the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description document for details of the main responsibilities and person specification for the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
- Current professional registration e.g. registered nurse, with a broad knowledge of general nursing
- Knowledge and skills to study towards a Degree in Nursing or Health Studies
- Infection Prevention and Control qualification at degree / diploma level and demonstrate a keen interest in infection prevention and control OR Post registration infection prevention and control module and evidence of change in practice
- Post registration teaching qualification (e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent)
- A minimum of five years post registration experience, with three years experience at Band 6 or above
- Experience working in the field of Infection Prevention and Control
Desirable
- In possession of Health-related degree (or nearing completion) and prepared to do further study at Masters level
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Capable of contributing to the formulation of policies and procedures and an ability to understand the implications of those policies and procedures for other staff
- Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients, members of the public and all members of the multidisciplinary team
- Experience of audit and surveillance
- An understanding of the political and strategic health agenda
- Computer skills - the ability to utilise the computer to communicate a range of information
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to interpret theory and apply to practice
- Able to prioritise and organise - the ability to plan and structure workload to maintain an efficient service
- Motivational - ability to be self-motivated and promote enthusiasm and encouragement in others
- Sensitive - be understanding of others and intuitive of their needs and pressure in a confidential manner
- Flexible - the ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team
- Responsive - to be reactive to situations and aware of the measures required to remedy problems
Other Requirements
Essential
- To provide a high standard of professional conduct and care at all times in accordance with the NMC
- Committed to working full time hours and to participate in an on call rota, with some flexibility to meet the needs of the team and the service
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
- Current professional registration e.g. registered nurse, with a broad knowledge of general nursing
- Knowledge and skills to study towards a Degree in Nursing or Health Studies
- Infection Prevention and Control qualification at degree / diploma level and demonstrate a keen interest in infection prevention and control OR Post registration infection prevention and control module and evidence of change in practice
- Post registration teaching qualification (e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent)
- A minimum of five years post registration experience, with three years experience at Band 6 or above
- Experience working in the field of Infection Prevention and Control
Desirable
- In possession of Health-related degree (or nearing completion) and prepared to do further study at Masters level
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Capable of contributing to the formulation of policies and procedures and an ability to understand the implications of those policies and procedures for other staff
- Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients, members of the public and all members of the multidisciplinary team
- Experience of audit and surveillance
- An understanding of the political and strategic health agenda
- Computer skills - the ability to utilise the computer to communicate a range of information
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to interpret theory and apply to practice
- Able to prioritise and organise - the ability to plan and structure workload to maintain an efficient service
- Motivational - ability to be self-motivated and promote enthusiasm and encouragement in others
- Sensitive - be understanding of others and intuitive of their needs and pressure in a confidential manner
- Flexible - the ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team
- Responsive - to be reactive to situations and aware of the measures required to remedy problems
Other Requirements
Essential
- To provide a high standard of professional conduct and care at all times in accordance with the NMC
- Committed to working full time hours and to participate in an on call rota, with some flexibility to meet the needs of the team and the service
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
