Clinical Specialist Practioner

3 days ago

Aylesbury, United Kingdom Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

Applicants who have applied in the past 6 months need not apply again.

Do you have experience in working in Infection Prevention and Control in the acute setting? Are you looking for a new challenge? At Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust (BHT) the Infection Prevention and Control Team (IPCT) are looking to recruit an experienced and passionate infection prevention and control specialist into the above position. The post holder will be instrumental in introducing new members of the team to the speciality and building strong clinical relationships. The role will be integral to the service's implementation strategy as part of the annual plan which will involve designing teaching strategies to help the Trust to adapt post pandemic.

The post holder will be a role model for infection prevention and control, must be able to work independently across the setting, be an effective member of the wider team and demonstrate excellent communication skills.

Working in this team will also support you to work autonomously to create quality improvement projects in IPC, using your creative and leadership skills whilst having support from the team to allow you to achieve these goals.

Main duties of the job

Provides specialist advice to professional, ancillary and support staff on nursing care of individual or groups of patients, either with infection or at risk of developing infection. Investigates outbreaks of hospital infection with reference to their source and mode of spread and following risk assessment advices on relevant measures for control. Communicates information to other members of the Infection Prevention & Control Team and other staff where relevant ( Public Health, Operations Manager, Clinical Managers). Interprets laboratory results and provides appropriate advice on management of individuals and groups. Explains the significance of laboratory reports to hospital staff and relates clinical information to laboratory staff when required. Visits wards and departments to audit, evaluate and update prevention and control of infection measures and facilitates the change process empowering staff to take ownership of local issues. Participates in both Trust and National Surveillance Schemes for Healthcare Associated infection in liaison with the other members of the Infection Prevention & Control Team, appropriate wards and other agencies. Uses motivational, negotiation, training and reassurance skills in order to resolve issues and to achieve goals ( instigation of cohort bays). Develops co-operation from staff and strategies for overcoming barriers to understanding.

About us

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? o As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. o We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

Why work for us? o We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. What do we stand for? o Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Professional registration First level Degree in nursing or related subject or equivalent level experience Infection Prevention & Control Qualification. Teaching qualification/Mentor ship or practice assesor Evidence of recent further continued professional development. Leadership and management Development programme

Desirable

Masters in infection prevention and control

Experience

Essential

Significant experience working at a Senior level ward/department/community services management (Band 6 or above) Experience of working as a band 6 or above in infection prevention and control Experience of investigating IPC incidents and reporting findings and learning Multi-disciplinary Meetings participation and contribution Experience. of undertaking audits and surveillance relating to infection control Formal Teaching experience Leadership experience Writing and updating policies/guidance and protocols. Experience of liaison with hospital/ community staff and public Demonstrating an understanding of Research, evidence based practice and clinical audit experience.

Desirable

Experience of leading quality improvement initiatives

Knowledge and skills

Essential

Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal To work autonomously Able to work with IT systems Microsoft packages Computer/keyboard skills. Ability to work within a team and independently. Commitment to team working and consideration of others skills.

Special circumstances

Essential

Able to travel to other sites Adapts to different working conditions willing to undertake further studies as required

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