SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - CLINICAL

1. To undertake as delegated by School Nurse Band 6 school health surveillance, screeningtests/health interviews in accordance with the Healthy Child Wales Programme.2. Participate in the prevention and control of outbreaks of infectious disease. Participate inadministration of immunisation, following policies and procedures.3. Provide support and advice to families regarding the health and welfare of their child.4. Undertake home visits delegated by School Nurse Band 6 as required taking account of theHealth Board Lone Worker Policy.5. Undertake health promotion activities in a variety of settings as delegated by School NurseBand 6.6. To be knowledgeable of the effects of the (chronic condition) on the child and carers.7. Assisting/supporting School Nurse Band 6 in identifying health needs of identified targetarea.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse to become part of the School Nursing Service in Conwy area, as a member of the school nurse team which has responsibility for the health needs of the children and young people in a designated area

The School Staff Nurse will have delegated responsibility for allocated schools/workload.

It will involve undertaking immunisation programmes, health assessments, health promotion both within the community and schools. It will also involve acting in accordance with local Safeguarding procedures and the All Wales Child Protection procedures.

This post is fixed term until 07.09.2024 to meet the needs of the service.

Please note for Welsh students, you must apply via Streamlining where all available jobs can be located

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Confidentiality

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Skills in organisation
• Team Player

Desirable

• Experience of working with children
• Previous community experience
• I.T. skills
• Knowledge of NHS Reform

Communication Skills

Essential

• Communication Skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of School Nursing

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Colwyn Bay Hospital

Ffordd Hesketh

Colwyn Bay

LL29 8AY

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

050-NMR502-0523