Infectious Prevention and Control (IPC) Outbreak Nurse – Register
UK-Med
Posted
Jun 15, 2026
Location
UK
Type
Full-time
Compensation
£3400 - £4400
Deadline
⏰ Jul 15, 2026
Mission
What you will drive
- Support infection prevention and control activities in healthcare facilities and community settings during outbreak responses.
- Assess IPC practices, identify gaps, develop improvement plans, and support implementation of corrective actions.
- Work alongside national and international healthcare teams to strengthen IPC systems and improve patient and staff safety.
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role directly strengthens outbreak response capacity in humanitarian contexts, helping to prevent and control infectious disease outbreaks and save lives in crisis-affected communities.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
- Fully licensed and experienced IPC Nurse with a strong background in outbreak preparedness and response, ideally in humanitarian, emergency or low-resource settings.
- Current nursing licence and unconditional registration with an appropriate professional body.
- Recognised qualification in Nursing.
- Ability to travel and work internationally at short notice for a minimum of six weeks; French language skills are an advantage.
Benefits
What's in it for you
Competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference through an influential role in humanitarian programming.
About
Inside UK-Med
UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity, born of the NHS, working for over 30 years towards a world where everyone has access to the healthcare they need when crises or disasters strike.