Specialist Nurse for Looked After Children & Care Leavers

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in the UK seeks a Senior Children in Care and Care Leavers Nurse to assess the health needs of children in care. The nurse will develop and deliver health promotion programs, provide training, and manage a diverse set of health assessments. Applicants must hold a Specialist Public Health Nurse degree, have relevant experience, and be a current Nursing & Midwifery Council member. This role offers a unique opportunity to improve health outcomes for care-experienced youth.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of experience working with Children in Care.
• Current member of the Nursing & Midwifery Council.
• Experience in delivering health promotion including sexual health and smoking cessation.

Responsibilities

• Assess the complex health needs of Children in Care.
• Provide health promotion and training.
• Manage and prioritize workload effectively.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Specialist Public Health Nurse degree

Children's nurse training at degree level

Job description

A regional health authority in the UK seeks a Senior Children in Care and Care Leavers Nurse to assess the health needs of children in care. The nurse will develop and deliver health promotion programs, provide training, and manage a diverse set of health assessments. Applicants must hold a Specialist Public Health Nurse degree, have relevant experience, and be a current Nursing & Midwifery Council member. This role offers a unique opportunity to improve health outcomes for care-experienced youth.