Band 5 Immunisation Nurse - Sutton & Merton

Hounslow and Richmond Community NHS Healthcare Trust

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Job summary

Hounslow & Richmond Community Healthcare Trust are currently searching for a talented Immunisation Nurse to support their fantastic Immunisations team as a member of the School Age Vaccination Service (SAV) for Sutton & Merton, to support the safe delivery and triage of the nasal flu and other vaccination programmes within the SAV teams.

Main duties of the job

  • The main duties of a Registered Immunisations Nurse include,being able to assess young people and understand the pre-requisites of giving an immunisation, understanding the contra-indications, the aftercare and the relevant advice to give to the young person.
  • Contributeto the identification and protection of children at risk of abuse and act in accordance with the local Safeguarding Childrens Board guidelines.
  • Ensure that all statutory & mandatory training is kept up to date. This includes CPR,Anaphylaxis and Immunisation training.
  • To maintain the necessary communication and liaison with all members of other nursing disciplines and allied professions.
  • Provide support, mentorship, guidance and supervision to junior and nonqualified staff members of the School Nursing service.
  • Maintain own personal safety and that of others by taking reasonable care, carrying out the requirements of the law and following recognised codes of practice. The Nurse is also required to be aware of and comply with Trust policies on Health and Safety.

About us

HRCH provides community health services for around 523,000 people registered with GPs in the London boroughs of Hounslow and Richmond.The Trust currently employ around 1,300 people, who work across a wide range of health centres, hospitals, GP surgeries, childrens centres, local council facilities and in community settings including in peoples homes. This helps people across the community to stay well, manage their own health with the right support and avoid stays in hospital.

Date posted

27 August 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£22.79 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

C9779-24-0276

Job locations

Thames House,

180 High Street,

Teddington,

TW11 8HU


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Administer vaccines according to the national immunisation schedule.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of immunisations given.
  • Provide education and information to patients and families about immunisation, including potential side effects and the importance of vaccines.
  • Monitor patients for adverse reactions following immunisation.
  • Ensure vaccines are stored and handled according to guidelines, maintaining the cold chain.
  • Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, pharmacists, and social workers.
  • Participate in public health initiatives and campaigns to promote immunisation.
  • Adhere to infection control protocols to ensure a safe and clean working environment.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Registered Nurse with a valid license to practice.
  • Experience in immunisation and vaccination is preferred.
  • Knowledge of current immunisation schedules, vaccines, and contraindications to vaccination.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions:

  • The role may involve travel to different locations to provide immunisation clinics in schools, community centres, and other settings.

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Administer vaccines according to the national immunisation schedule.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of immunisations given.
  • Provide education and information to patients and families about immunisation, including potential side effects and the importance of vaccines.
  • Monitor patients for adverse reactions following immunisation.
  • Ensure vaccines are stored and handled according to guidelines, maintaining the cold chain.
  • Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, pharmacists, and social workers.
  • Participate in public health initiatives and campaigns to promote immunisation.
  • Adhere to infection control protocols to ensure a safe and clean working environment.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Registered Nurse with a valid license to practice.
  • Experience in immunisation and vaccination is preferred.
  • Knowledge of current immunisation schedules, vaccines, and contraindications to vaccination.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions:

  • The role may involve travel to different locations to provide immunisation clinics in schools, community centres, and other settings.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Experience of working in the NHS and within the community or working with children & young people.

Desirable

  • Registered Nurse (NMC registered).
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Experience of working in the NHS and within the community or working with children & young people.

Desirable

  • Registered Nurse (NMC registered).

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.

UK Registration

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

Additional information

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.

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

Hounslow and Richmond Community NHS Healthcare Trust

Address

Thames House,

180 High Street,

Teddington,

TW11 8HU


Employer's website

https://www.hrch.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Hounslow and Richmond Community NHS Healthcare Trust

Address

Thames House,

180 High Street,

Teddington,

TW11 8HU


Employer's website

https://www.hrch.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquistion Partner

Danielle Watkin

danielle.watkin@bankpartners.co.uk

03331881917

Date posted

27 August 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£22.79 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

C9779-24-0276

Job locations

Thames House,

180 High Street,

Teddington,

TW11 8HU


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