Health Visitor

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber Foundation Trust; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse to lead the 0-5 Healthy Child Programme. The role involves assessing health needs, developing care packages, and ensuring child safety. Candidates should have a nursing qualification with experience in child health. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in community health.

Benefits

Employee benefits packages

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with SCPHN qualification.
• Experience in child and family health.
• Ability to work autonomously in a clinical role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the commissioned public health service.
• Assess and deliver care to children and families.
• Maintain accurate electronic records.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Child health promotion

Record keeping

Working independently

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Permanent Post based in North Lincolnshire

The Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) will work as part of an integrated team contributing to family health needs assessment. The post holder will lead the 0-5 Healthy Child Programme and work in partnership with families, education, and other agencies to develop, implement, and evaluate packages of care. The health visitor role is a vital part of the 0-19 offer.

Clinical Nursing Practice

1. Deliver the commissioned service.
2. Utilise specialist skills and knowledge to assess the health and health-related needs of children and their families. Develop, deliver, and review packages of care to ensure effective treatment and referrals, maximising health outcomes.
3. Work as an autonomous practitioner, assessing and delivering care in various settings, and assuming professional and legal accountability for all aspects of work in line with trust objectives and guidance.
4. Ensure adherence to nurse prescribing policies when diagnosing, prescribing, and treating clinical conditions.
5. Undertake child health promotion, building therapeutic relationships with individuals, families, and communities.
6. Identify and minimise risks to ensure children are protected and safe, working in partnership with families and agencies.
7. Complete accurate, timely records on electronic systems in line with NMC and trust guidelines.
8. Provide evidence-based care, advice, and support to children and families.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 3,700 colleagues who are valued and respected.

Our wide portfolio includes mental health, physical health, learning disabilities, and substance misuse services.

About Us

We are passionate about enhancing our service quality and aim to employ colleagues who share our commitment to first-class care. Learn more about our strategy: Strategy Document.

Discover more about working at RDaSH and our benefits: Work with RDaSH.

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Main terms and conditions of service: Terms and Conditions.

Contact

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Rebecca Cooling
• Job Title: School Nurse Team Leader
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]