Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Infection preventionand control Practitionerwith an engaging and friendly style to join our infection prevention and controlservice. You will need to be capable of developing the IPC agendaand putting in place effective systems to deliver,monitorand report on compliance with excellent standards of infection prevention and control across our organisation.
To be successful you will need to be educated toDegree levelor equivalent)and have relevant training and experience in infection prevention and control and importantly a passion for developing and delivering education sessions to all levels of staff.
This role is suitable for a Nurse or Allied Health Professional interested in IPC.
You must be passionate about teaching and leading by example.
Main duties of the job
Work to ensure the organisation meets its statutory and regulatory requirements in relation to infection prevention and control.
Report on compliance with standards
Develop and review polices, guidance and flow charts to support good IPC practice.
Develop and deliver training and education and develop resources to support effective and safe practice.
Take the lead on reducing the risk of outbreaks and ensure robust systems are in place for early detection and management of isolated infections.
Where an outbreak occursbe responsible foridentification, notification, and actions tocontainthe transmission and spread- reporting to the DIPC on outcomes.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Participate in the review and implementation of Infection Preventionand ControlPolicies and relatedprocedures.
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Participate in the surveillance of healthcare associatedinfection.
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Toassistin theinvestigationof outbreaksand to provide supportto clinical teamsduring outbreaks ofinfection.
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Toparticipatein the implementation of infection prevention and control audits andassistin the preparation of reports and actionplans.
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DeputiseforSeniorInfection Prevention Controlcolleaguesas and whenrequired.
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To provide specialist infection prevention and control advice on healthcare new builds and refurbishment projects, equipmentpurchasesand clinical waste management, to meet national guidance and localstandards.
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Liaise with other departmentsregardinginfection prevention and control related issues. To carry out investigations and root cause analyses of Healthcare Associated Infections and reflective practice reviews of serious adverse incidents including outbreaks of infection.
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Based at PrestwichKnowsleyHouse -To work acrossall GMMH sitesand to be able to travel by car or public transport arriving to start sessionsinnormal hours.
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Participate in the review and implementation of Infection Preventionand ControlPolicies and relatedprocedures.
-
Participate in the surveillance of healthcare associatedinfection.
-
Toassistin theinvestigationof outbreaksand to provide supportto clinical teamsduring outbreaks ofinfection.
-
Toparticipatein the implementation of infection prevention and control audits andassistin the preparation of reports and actionplans.
-
DeputiseforSeniorInfection Prevention Controlcolleaguesas and whenrequired.
-
To provide specialist infection prevention and control advice on healthcare new builds and refurbishment projects, equipmentpurchasesand clinical waste management, to meet national guidance and localstandards.
-
Liaise with other departmentsregardinginfection prevention and control related issues. To carry out investigations and root cause analyses of Healthcare Associated Infections and reflective practice reviews of serious adverse incidents including outbreaks of infection.
-
Based at PrestwichKnowsleyHouse -To work acrossall GMMH sitesand to be able to travel by car or public transport arriving to start sessionsinnormal hours.
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Qualifacations
Essential
- Registered Health professional Nurse/ AHP
Desirable
- oTeaching qualification
- Experience of IPC
Experience
Essential
- Real life experience of IPC
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifacations
Essential
- Registered Health professional Nurse/ AHP
Desirable
- oTeaching qualification
- Experience of IPC
Experience
Essential
- Real life experience of IPC
Desirable
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).
