Infection Prevention and Control Nurse

Job Description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Acute Services Infection Prevention and Control Team for a Band 6 Infection Prevention and Control Nurse on a fixed-term or secondment basis until September 2027.

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic first-level registered nurse with either experience in an infection prevention and control role or substantial post-registration experience within acute services. Applicants should be educated to degree level or working towards this.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across a range of clinical environments. The role covers services across North Highland Acute Services, including the National Treatment Centre, Raigmore Hospital, Caithness General Hospital and Belford Hospital.

The post will be based in Inverness, however regular travel across sites is required, therefore a full driving licence is essential.

You should hold a recognised Infection Prevention and Control qualification, or be able to demonstrate a strong interest in IP&C, with the ability to work independently whilst receiving support and supervision from the Senior IP&C Nurse.

The post holder will support the delivery of a high-quality Infection Prevention and Control service, working collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) and ensure compliance with national standards, including the National Infection Prevention and Control Manual (NIPCM), through audit, surveillance, training and education programmes.

Informal enquiries welcome to:

Nicola Orr – Senior IPCN

Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd labhairt na Gàidhlig.

NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.

Care and compassion Dignity and respect Openness, honesty and responsibility Quality and teamwork