Job Description

Are you an operationally experienced IPC Nurse looking to join our small but expanding team?



We have an opportunity for a dynamic and highly motivated IPC Nurse to provide operational leadership and developmental support to the IPC Team.



You'll be responsible for leading and supporting the implementation of systems to improve the quality of IPC processes in community and mental health settings across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Wiltshire. This will require the implementation of national strategies and initiatives aimed at reducing the incidence of infection rates throughout the Trust, utilising risk assessment approaches, surveillance, audit, and educational measures.



The role requires strong project and service delivery skills within established timelines, including proactive problem identification and the development of effective solutions.



You'll need to be an IPC role model, offering expert clinical advice and driving consistent improvements in IPC standards. This will involve collaborative working with individuals and groups promoting engagement across professional and organizational boundaries to ensure we provide the highest level of patient safety and safe working systems for our staff.



If you're a strong team player, self-motivated and have a flexible approach to work with strong organisational skills and the ability to influence others this could be the perfect role for you.



Leadership, Development and Management



Provide clinical expertise, leadership and advice relating to infection prevention and control issues.



Responsible as line manager with on-going management of a group of staff.



Support the infection prevention & control team including provision of clinical leadership/mentorship and supervision.



Carry out regular appraisals for staff, ensuring goals are clearly communicated and linked to objectives.



Support the Infection Prevention & Control Service to ensure the infection prevention agenda is achieved in line with The Health and Social Care Act 2008 Code of Practice for the control and prevention of infection and related guidance within own department/area of responsibility.



Clinical



To organise, lead and contribute to new health care initiatives in the management of healthcare associated infections.



The application of microbiological, immunological and epidemiological knowledge to promote health prevention and control infections and communicable disease.



The application of the principles of cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation to promote a safe environment.



Education & Training



Identify, plan, deliver, evaluate and update programmes of education for all staff within the Trust



Initiate new and innovative programmes of education and training for all grades of staff to facilitate changes in practice.



Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties.



Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.



As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:

"Caring, safe and excellent"



We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:



Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We are a responsive and innovative Foundation Trust that places our values of Caring, Safe and Excellent at the heart of everything we do. We take great pride in our staff and believe that investing in you is key to us achieving our vision of outstanding care delivered by outstanding people. We work with a wide range of partner organisations to deliver care and support to people in their own homes and from a number of hospitals and community bases. We focus on delivering care as close to home as possible.



We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the "supporting statement" element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.



The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.



We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.



Please note if you are based outside of the UK you will need to be fully qualified, have already passed your OSCE and have an NMC pin number in order to be considered for this role. Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.