Surveillance Nurse Manager III – Infection Prevention & Control

Key Responsibilities Surveillance Data Management Conduct active surveillance of SSIs, BSIs, and other HCAIs using national and local protocols Develop local protocols as required to ensure all information is reflective of best practice Collect, validate, and analyse infection data from clinical areas, laboratory systems, and patient records. Maintain accurate databases and contribute to clinical governance meetings Identify trends, clusters, and outbreaks, and escalate findings to the IPC team. Ensure all data/information is stored in accordance with GDPR guidelines Clinical Collaboration Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clinical, administrative, and external stakeholders to ensure engagement and collaboration. Liaise with surgical and medical teams, microbiology, and ward staff to ensure accurate case identification and follow-up. Act as a liaison between IPC and clinical departments to support infection control initiatives. Facilitate communication and feedback loops to promote shared ownership of infection prevention goals. Participate in multidisciplinary reviews of infection cases and contribute to root cause analyses. Support implementation of targeted interventions based on surveillance findings. Education Training Provide training to clinical staff on surveillance definitions, documentation, and infection prevention practices. Promote awareness of HCAI risks and surveillance outcomes through presentations and reports. Audit Quality Improvement Contribute to IPC audits, including hand hygiene, environmental cleanliness, and antimicrobial stewardship. Support quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing HCAI rates. Assist in policy development and review of IPC guidelines. Reporting Communication Prepare regular surveillance reports for hospital committees, senior management, and external agencies. Communicate findings clearly and professionally to clinical and non-clinical stakeholders. Research Evidence-Based Practice Participate in or support research activities related to infection prevention, surveillance, and antimicrobial stewardship. Critically appraise and apply current evidence to improve surveillance methodologies and IPC interventions. Contribute to publications, presentations, or quality improvement projects where appropriate. Deputy for the ACNO IPC during her absence Ensure continuity of IPC leadership and support across all sites. Provide guidance and oversight to site IPC teams to ensure adherence to national and international standards, including HIQA and JCI. Monitor compliance with IPC protocols and escalating risks or non-conformances as appropriate. Support the implementation and evaluation of IPC programmes, audits, and improvement initiatives. Facilitate communication between site teams and senior management to maintain alignment with strategic IPC objectives. Contribute to incident management and outbreak response, ensuring timely and effective interventions. Maintain documentation and reporting in line with regulatory and accreditation requirements.