Public Health Registered Nurse

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Torquay; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Registered Nurse to support the Healthy Child Programme (0–19 years) within the 0–19 Service. You will promote health and wellbeing, work with families with additional needs and contribute to safeguarding and service improvement.

We have one full-time (37.50 hours per week) and one part-time (30 hours per week) vacancy. You will work under supervision and build strong partnerships with agencies to deliver person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Active registration on Part 1 of the NMC register.
• Evidence of continued professional development in the last 2 years.
• Assessor in practice.
• Experience of working with children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Assess health needs and contribute to planning, delivery and evaluation of care for children, young people and families.
• Work with Health Visitors and School Nurses to support vulnerable children and families and safeguarding assessments.
• Monitor health, wellbeing and development of at-risk children and contribute to multi‑agency plans.
• Deliver targeted interventions under SCPHN direction.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in safeguarding and clinical supervision.

Skills

NMC registration

Safeguarding experience

Record keeping

Autonomous working

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

IT literacy

Electronic record keeping

Job description

The Band 5 Registered Nurse will support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme (0–19 years) within the 0–19 Service, promoting positive health, wellbeing and developmental outcomes for children, young people and their families. The post holder will provide targeted support to families with additional needs, including those where safeguarding concerns are identified, helping to reduce health inequalities and improve access to services.

Working under the supervision of a Band 6 Health Visitor or School Nurse, the post holder will contribute to safeguarding, assessment, intervention and care planning in partnership with families and agencies such as Children’s Services, Family Hubs, Action for Children, education providers and other health professionals.

The role includes delivering high-quality, safe and effective care, supporting health promotion, early help and targeted interventions, and contributing to service quality standards, KPIs, clinical governance, audit and service improvement activities.

The post holder will maintain accurate records, participate in safeguarding supervision, identify and manage risks, and ensure children and families receive timely, coordinated and person-centred support.

We have one full time (37.50 hours per week) and one part time (30 hours per week) available.

Main duties of the job

• Assess health needs and contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of care for children, young people and families across home, clinic, school and community settings.
• Work alongside Health Visitors and School Nurses to support vulnerable children and families, including those subject to CIN, CP and CIC plans, contributing to safeguarding assessments, interventions and reviews.
• Monitor the health, wellbeing and development of children at risk, supporting multi-agency plans that promote safety and positive outcomes.
• provide targeted interventions under SCPHN direction.
• Act as Lead Professional, Key Worker or health representative where appropriate, coordinating support and communication between agencies.
• Deliver evidence-based health promotion, parenting support and interventions that improve wellbeing and reduce health inequalities.
• Recognise, record and elevate safeguarding concerns in line with local and national procedures.
• Participate in clinical, safeguarding and restorative supervision
• Develop effective partnerships with families and professionals, sharing information appropriately in accordance with safeguarding and information governance requirements.
• Support students, apprentices and new staff as appropriate.
• Maintain professional competence through training, appraisal and CPD.
• Keep accurate records and manage resources safely, working in accordance with the NMC Code, safeguarding procedures and Trust policies.

The 0 to 19 Torbay Public Health Nursing team works in collaboration with Action For Children to provide preventative and supportive healthcare to children, young people and their families within Torbay. This includes the monitoring and provision of targeted support to vulnerable children and those whose welfare and safety may be at risk.

Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.

Qualifications and training

• Active registration on Part 1 of the NMC register
• Evidence of continued professional development in the last 2 years
• Assessor in practice
• Experience of working with children and young people

Knowledge and experience

• Knowledge of national and local strategies pertaining to young people
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
• IT literacy skills and ability to use electronic record keeping systems.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Recognises the limits of own authority and seeks and uses professional support where necessary
• Previous experience working in a public health role.
• Experience of NHS IT systems

You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.

If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a 'Staff Carers' policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer's Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
• Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
• Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
• Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please ensure you check your email and Trac account regularly.
• Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
• If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
• It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.

The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.