Infection Prevention & Control Nurse

Are you passionate about infection prevention and control?
Do you want to make a difference perhaps change the direction of your career?
Do you want to be part of one of the most successful, supportive and innovative infection prevention and control teams in the UK?
Then we want to hear from you., You will need to inspire and motivate others, and act as a role model and a professional source of infection control advice for staff, patients, relatives and members of the public when required. Under the direction of the Lead Nurse you will support the IPC service by collaborating and engaging with colleagues to deliver a high-quality service that improves patient outcomes/experiences.
We welcome applicants, who are dynamic and can demonstrate interest and passion for all matters relating to IPC.
There has never been a better time to join IPC and the exciting opportunity will be based at Oldham Care Organisation., As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and collaborating closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we are always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

We are looking for a Qualified Nurse, who has the ability to work alone and within a team environment. Evidence of infection control knowledge and effective communication skills is essential. We are looking for extensive post nurse qualification experience and evidence of leadership development.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford, to save and improve lives.