Lead Children's Looked After Nurse - Community Health

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health service in the UK is seeking a dedicated public health nurse to join their team for Children Looked After, working with children and young people aged 0-25. The successful candidate will manage a caseload, ensuring health needs are effectively assessed and met. Responsibilities include coordinating health care services, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and promoting well-being among vulnerable groups. A nursing qualification and experience in similar roles are essential. Competitive salary and excellent support for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working requests considered

Opportunities for supervision and training

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Registered on Part 1 of the NMC register as a children's nurse.
• Experience with vulnerable children and young people.
• Training in Chlamydia/Sexual Health Screening.
• Experience managing a caseload of children.
• Knowledge of Safeguarding Children issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to health and social care colleagues.
• Manage a caseload of Children Looked After.
• Practice autonomously and make clinical decisions.
• Deliver quality nursing practice.
• Develop systems for young people leaving care.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Interpersonal communication skills

Ability to assess health needs

Adaptability to various settings

Ability to develop relationships

Education

Nursing registration (children's or mental health)

Continual professional development

Tools

IT skills for report writing

Job description

A public health service in the UK is seeking a dedicated public health nurse to join their team for Children Looked After, working with children and young people aged 0-25. The successful candidate will manage a caseload, ensuring health needs are effectively assessed and met. Responsibilities include coordinating health care services, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and promoting well-being among vulnerable groups. A nursing qualification and experience in similar roles are essential. Competitive salary and excellent support for professional development are offered.