Infection prevention and control team
Functions of the infection prevention and control team
- Provision of information education and advice on infection prevention and control.
- Monitoring and reviewing infections in the community e.g. MRSA and C difficile.
- Development of relevant policies and procedures for health care staff.
- Advise on measures to tackle healthcare associated infections.
- Support for staff/patients/service users and carers in the prevention, management and control of infection.
- Monitoring of infection control standards and practices.
- Changing behaviours, promoting a culture of cleanliness.
The team is made up of:
- Director of Infection Prevention
- Deputy Director Infection Control
- Infection Prevention and Control Nurses
You can contact the team on 01484 46 4228/4453.
