Job Description
Lead Nurse Infection Control NHS AfC: Band 8a
Main areaInfection ControlGradeNHS AfC: Band 8aContractpermanentHours37.5Job ref409-643750-ASiteWhistonTownPrescotSalary£40,028-£48,034Closing23/03/2017 23:59
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"Be part of the team that delivers "Excellent patient care in world class hospitals"
The Trust has 5 Values as defined by the Star Chart. Applicants are advised to familiarise themselves with these Values which can be found by clicking on the 'About Us' pages on the Trust internet site.
Our latest achievements include:
St Helens Hospital rated outstanding (CQC 2016)
Whiston Hospital rated good with outstanding features (CQC 2016)
Best Patient Experience in the NHS (CHKS Top Hospitals Awards 2015)
Best in the NHS in the Patient Led Assessment of the Care Environment (PLACE 2014 and 2015)
Cancer services rated 4th best in the country by Macmillan Cancer Support 2014
Ranked one of the highest in the country for extremely positive feedback received from patients (Friends and Family Test, NHS England)
Ranked highest in Cheshire and Merseyside for staff recommending the hospitals for the care of their friends and relatives (Staff Friends and Family Test, NHS England)
Ranked in the top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers and Health Service Journal 2014)
Top in the North West and 7th nationally for staff recommending the Trust as a place to work (Staff Friends and Family Test, NHS England 2014 and 2015)
Lead Nurse in Infection Prevention and Control
Band 8A, full time
Permanent
This is an exciting post in a Trust that prioritises the infection prevention and control agenda.
We would welcome applications from registered nurses experienced in Infection Prevention and Control to take on this exciting Lead Nurse Role.
The Lead Nurse role is responsible for the coordination and development of a quality infection prevention and control service, providing strong leadership, support and guidance to trust staff as well as ensuring a patient focussed service in conjunction with Director of Infection Prevention and Control, the Director of Nursing, Midwifery and Governance and the Infection Control Doctor.
Closing date: 23rd March
Interview date: TBC
St Helens & Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to undertake this commitment.
The Trust is a non-smoking site. Failure to follow this rule could lead to disciplinary action.
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Please be aware, that we may close a vacancy earlier than stated, should a sufficient number of applications be received from which a shortlist can be confirmed therefore you are advised to apply at your earliest convenience.