Immunisation Nurse (South Powys)

Powys Teaching Health Board; Montgomery; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a registered nurse to join the Powys Immunisation and Vaccination Service, based in Bronllys, working across Mid and South Powys. You will deliver immunisations in vaccination centres, community hospitals and outreach clinics, with full training provided.

You will support clinical assessment, vaccine administration, vaccine confidence, health promotion and supervision of Healthcare Support Worker Immunisers, with development opportunities across Powys.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Understanding of the public health role of immunisation and vaccination services.
• Knowledge of the Welsh Government National Immunisation Framework and national schedules.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Evidence of Basic Life Support and anaphylaxis training.
• IT literate with experience of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking clinical assessments and supporting informed consent and capacity decisions where required.
• Administering vaccines safely and effectively in line with national guidance.
• Promoting vaccine confidence through health promotion and evidence-based discussions.
• Supporting, supervising and developing Healthcare Support Worker Immunisers and students.
• Contributing to immunisation programme delivery, including catch-up campaigns and outbreak response activities.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to quality improvement and clinical governance.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Travel and flexibility

Education

Registered Nurse with NMC registration

Evidence of continuing professional development

Understanding of public health immunisation role

Knowledge of Welsh Immunisation Framework & schedules

Basic Life Support and anaphylaxis training

IT literate (Microsoft Office)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job summary

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications. Applicants are therefore advised to apply at the earliest opportunity.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Registered Nurse to join the Powys Immunisation and Vaccination Service, based in Bronllys, working across Mid and South Powys.

You will play a key role in delivering immunisation and vaccination programmes that protect and improve the health of local communities. Vaccinations are delivered in a range of settings, including vaccination centres, community hospitals, care homes and outreach clinics.

Working alongside Lead Nurses and Clinical Supervisors, you will provide safe, evidence-based, person-centred care. The role includes clinical assessment, vaccine administration in line with national guidance, promoting vaccine confidence, supporting health promotion activities, and providing day-to-day support to Healthcare Support Worker Immunisers.

Previous immunisation experience is desirable but not essential, as full training and ongoing professional development will be provided. We are seeking registered nurses with an interest in public health, prevention and improving population health outcomes.

The ability to travel independently to vaccination sites across Powys is essential.

If you are looking for a rewarding role with variety, autonomy and the opportunity to make a real difference to local communities, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As an Immunisation Nurse, you will support the delivery of immunisation and vaccination programmes across Powys, helping to protect communities and improve population health. Working within a community-based service, you will provide vaccinations in settings including vaccination centres, community hospitals, care homes and outreach clinics.

• Undertaking clinical assessments and supporting informed consent and capacity decisions where required.
• Administering vaccines safely and effectively in line with national guidance, PGDs and VGDs.
• Promoting vaccine confidence through health promotion and evidence-based discussions.
• Supporting, supervising and developing Healthcare Support Worker Immunisers and students.
• Contributing to immunisation programme delivery, including catch-up campaigns and outbreak response activities.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to quality improvement and clinical governance.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues, partner organisations and local communities to improve vaccination uptake and reduce health inequalities. The post requires excellent communication skills, flexibility and the ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of clinical safety and person-centred care.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well‑being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

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 responsibilities

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Understanding of the public health role of immunisation and vaccination services.
• Knowledge of the Welsh Government National Immunisation Framework and national immunisation schedules.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Evidence of Basic Life Support and anaphylaxis training.
• IT literate with experience of Microsoft Office applications, outlook email and internet use.

Desirable

• Completion of, or willingness to undertake, National Minimum Standards and Core Curriculum for Immunisation Training
• Knowledge of cold chain management and vaccine storage requirements.
• Understanding of audit, quality improvement and clinical governance processes.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of delivering person-centred care and maintaining contemporaneous and accurate records.
• Ability to prioritise workload and adapt to changing service demands.
• Evidence of identifying and addressing own learning and development needs.

Desirable

• Experience of delivering immunisation or vaccination programmes.
• Experience of working under Patient Group Directions (PGDs), Vaccine Group Directions (VGDs) and/or Patient Specific Directions (PSDs).
• Experience of supporting, supervising or delegating work to Healthcare Support Workers, students or colleagues.
• Experience of working within community, primary care, public health or outreach settings.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining professional standards and delivering person-centred care
• Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively on complex or sensitive subjects in a professional and non-judgemental manner.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to adapt to changing service demands and work across a variety of clinical and community settings.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients, colleagues and partner organisations.
• Demonstrate Powys Teaching Health Board Values and Behaviours.
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards of care.
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly to meet the needs of the service, including participation in weekend and vaccination campaign activities where required.

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
• Making Every Contact Count (MECC) and/or Vaccination Champion training.

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel to various locations across Powys in a timely manner to meet the needs of the service.

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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