Infection, prevention control nurse

We are currently recruiting for an experienced staff nurse who has a real passion for infection prevention and control. Who will continue to deliver on the very high standards of care and cleanliness that Benenden hospital has. The IPC Nurse is responsible for preparing and delivering the hospitals local IPC programme. Including the identification of IPC risks to the hospital, its patients and staff and the implementation and monitoring of actions to identify, manage and reduce risks. You will be highly visible across the hospital and accessible as this is a patient, customer and colleague facing role. working closely alongside Housekeeping, Governance, Procurement and Clinical teams. This is a permanent, part time role working 3 days a week. The working pattern willtypically be Mon Fri however may include some evening/weekend working to suit the needs of the business.,

• Demonstrate leadership and clinical advice in relation to the key dimensions of IPC responsibilities, providing assurance to the Clinical Governance Lead and the DIPC that IPC processes are being effectively delivered
• Working with the Clinical Governance Lead and relevant service leads, will be responsible for the implementation of the Hospital IPC work plan, providing assurance to the DIPC that all milestones are being met
• Ensure departmental IPC risk assessments are in place reflecting controls that are effective, reviewed minimum of annually
• Provide expert advice around IPC issues placing emphasis on the integration of IPC to organisational strategy and service development to achieve consistently high-quality care and patient safety
• Ensure that IPC policies are up to date and reviewed in accordance with best practice guidance
• Demonstrate awareness of regulatory and national requirements taking appropriate action to ensure that these are fully adhered to.
• Manage IPC related incidents, including reporting, investigating and sharing learning
• Coordinate the hospitals IPC link nurses/practitioners, ensuring active participation in activities supporting surveillance, audit and training.
  
  At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modernprivate hospital, which opened in 1907 and has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC.We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and have a beautiful setting in the middle of the Kent countryside.
Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.