Maternity Vaccination Nurse/Midwfe | University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

University Hospitals of Leicester; Leicester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Leicester is seeking an enthusiastic registered nurse or midwife to join the maternity vaccination team. Responsibilities include assisting in providing vaccination services for pregnant women and their newborns, health education on immunisations, and ensuring confidentiality and accurate record-keeping. The ideal candidate holds an appropriate nursing or midwifery qualification and possesses strong communication skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic registered nurse or midwife with vaccination experience.
• Ability to provide health education around immunisations.
• Strong communication skills with families.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing vaccination service to pregnant women and newborns.
• Manage stock levels and resources efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality.

Skills

Compassionate care

Health education

Record keeping

Effective communication

Education

Registered Nurse or Midwife qualification

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic registered nurse or midwife to join the maternity vaccination team her at UHL who will assist in providing a vaccination service to women and their newborns
• To provide a vaccination service for pregnant women and their newborns
• To provide health education around immunisations in pregnancy and beyond.
• Use health-related information only for the purposes of what it is intended for and in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
• Ensure confidentiality ismaintainedat all times and information relating to patients/users and personnel is used only in connection with authorised duties.
• Carry out designated clerical duties as delegated by the Midwife – Ward Manager, Registered Midwife / other Health care Professional.
• Take responsibility for the management of stock levels, ordering of and efficient use of stock,sundriesand resources within own work activities.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

·To follow relevant CMG, Trust, Regional and Nationalpoliciesand guidelines and ensure keep updated with such


·To support the updating of CMG guidance as requested


·Tomaintaina professional manner at all timesand abide by legal requirements andstatutoryrules, relating to practicein accordance withNMC Code of Professional Conduct, andmidwivesrules if applicable.







·To communicate clearly with women and their families.


·Provide non-judgmental and non-directive support and information.


·Maintainaccuratecontemporaneous records.


·Ensure effective communication withinappropriate levelsof the multi-disciplinary team.


·Ensure effective use of communication systems within the CMG.


·Be part of a non-judgemental and supportive environment for colleagues.








This advert closes on Wednesday 30 Jul 2025