Support the safe and efficient delivery of the school-based immunisationprogramme as directed by Welsh Government.

Increase local uptake of childhood immunisations to meet national and regional targets.

To assist in national and local catch up campaigns to improve uptake. This will include the routine immunisation schedule, and offering vaccinations in response to emergency situations should they arise, e.g. MMR.

To contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of immunisationprogrammes to school age children.

To administer immunisations, vaccinations and adrenaline if needed, according to Powys Health Board's Patient Group Directives.

To ensure the delivery of the highest possible standards of quality assured, evidence-based practice e.g. safe cold chain storage of vaccines, and disposal of clinical waste.

Assist in chasing up those children who have not returned their consent forms. Help to coordinate planned mop-up immunisation sessions, targeting and following up non-immunised children.

To actively participate in health education and promotion programmes to school age children/young people and their parents/carers, to improve the uptake of immunisations.

Transfer equipment and vaccines to and from sessions.

To ensure effective and efficient use of resources.

To adhere to the All Wales Child Protection Procedures, in the reporting of safeguarding concerns.

Main duties of the job

TERM TIME ONLY

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the recruitment of a Band 5 Immunisation Nurse for School Aged Children in North Powys during school term time. The work base is yet to be decided however, there will be an expectation that the successful applicant will be willing and able to travel to support colleagues throughout North Powys. Travel expenses will be provided in line with local health board policy.

The successful candidate will work with members of the School Nursing Team to organise and deliver the Welsh Government programme of immunisations to the school aged population.

The successful applicant must be able to organise his/her own routine and work without day to day supervision. Excellent interpersonal skills are required as is a positive attitude to the public health role that school nurses undertake.

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

About us

Powys is cited as being a wonderful place to live and work a rural health setting where you can personally and professionally grow, where patients are at the heart of care provision. If you are an ambitious professional in search of job satisfaction, Powys is the place to be. Whatever your career aspirations, we are committed to supporting and developing you.

Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care and range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference.

Did you know - Powys Teaching Health Board accepts applications to retire and return from within the NHS in Wales. If you would like to know more, please contact the Powys Teaching Health Board Workforce team on 01874 712580 or powys.workforcegeneralenquiries@wales.nhs.uk

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Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made 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

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current registration with NMC

Desirable

• National Minimum Standards for Immunisation Training

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current registration with NMC
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Experience of working with children and young people
• Evidence of post registration education
• Understanding of the public health role of the Immunisation Nurse
• Good skills in the delivery of immunisations
• IT literate- Microsoft outlook, email and internet use

Desirable

• Teaching and Assessing
• National Minimum Standards for Immunisation Training

Experience

Essential

• Multi-disciplinary/agency working
• Previous experience of providing immunisation in services/involvement in immunisation programmes
• Experience of working with children and young people

Desirable

• Experience of delivering immunisation programmes.
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary multiagency team
• Experience of working in the community
• Experience of Child Protection and Safeguarding
• Experience of clinical audit

Values

Essential

• Enthusiasm and commitment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexible approach to work

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel within geographical area

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

South Powys

South Powys

South Powys

LD7 1DF

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070-NMR157-0924