Developing satellite roles within infection prevention teams to fulfil responsibilities.

Changing demands on infection control services require managers to think about roles and responsibilities within the infection prevention team. Satellite roles focus on specific job functions to complement the role of the clinical nurse specialist and are related to one area or subject within the remit of the clinical nurse specialist. This article outlines the development of satellite roles in an infection control team, which resulted in reduced healthcare associated infections, improved clinical practice and patient satisfaction.