Health Visitor, Specialist Community Public Health Nurse

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the London Borough of Harrow is seeking a Health Visitor to contribute to community health services. The position involves working as part of a supportive team, using clinical judgment for patient safety, and advocating for service users. Candidates should have experience in health care and strong communication skills. The role offers access to NHS benefits, including pensions and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to NHS benefits

Discounts and pensions

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in community health or related field is preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and risk assessment skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to providing reliable health services.
• Manage safety concerns and advocate for service users.
• Supervise team members and maintain service quality.

Job description

Health Visitor, Specialist Community Public Health Nurse

Health Visitors contribute to the provision of safe and reliable services by:

• Working as part of a supportive team with access to NHS benefits including discounts, pensions, and learning opportunities.
• Using clinical judgment and risk assessment to ensure the safety of service users.
• Safeguarding individuals by recognizing and responding to potential abuse, understanding their own limits, and escalating concerns when necessary.
• Escalating safety concerns and acting as advocates for service users.
• Being open and transparent about their practice.
• Supervising the work of others.
• Reflecting on daily practice to identify areas for safety or quality improvement.
• Collaborating to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Maintaining accurate, comprehensive, and legible records.
• Ensuring compliance with mandatory training requirements.