Health Visiting Specialist (0–5): Public Health Nurse

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Bridgend seeks a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse to support children and families from antenatal to 5 years. This role involves assessing, monitoring, and improving wellbeing while working closely with families and agencies. Responsibilities include developing child plans and participating in community health initiatives. Ideal candidates should possess skills in motivational interviewing, strong governance knowledge, and the ability to manage workloads effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work without direct supervision to undertake statutory duties on behalf of the Health Board.
• Work in partnership with the child's family and agencies to produce a child's plan.
• Take responsibility for maintaining clinical, staff and information governance.
• Provide a child-centred Public Health programme to children, families and communities.
• Use skills such as motivational interviewing as part of quality assurance.
• Plan, organise and prioritise own workload, clinics and meetings.
• Lead contributions to strategies addressing individual and community needs.
• Undertake assessments using recognised acuity tools for safe staffing.
• Participate and chair Health Visiting Forums and team meetings.

Job description

A regional health authority in Bridgend seeks a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse to support children and families from antenatal to 5 years. This role involves assessing, monitoring, and improving wellbeing while working closely with families and agencies. Responsibilities include developing child plans and participating in community health initiatives. Ideal candidates should possess skills in motivational interviewing, strong governance knowledge, and the ability to manage workloads effectively.