Staff Nurse Vaccinator

NHS Scotland; Melrose; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for a dedicated Staff Nurse Vaccinator to join their team. This role involves administering vaccines to a diverse group of patients, including children and adults, across various community settings. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. By joining this innovative organization, you will play a vital role in enhancing public health and ensuring the well-being of the community. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who are passionate about healthcare and making a difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of core values for efficient service.
• Ability to deliver high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Vaccinate a wide spectrum of age groups including babies and adults.
• Work across various settings like health centres and schools.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Independent Working

Education

Nursing Qualification

Job description

Join to apply for the Staff Nurse Vaccinator role at NHS Scotland.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

Our Values in Action

• Care and Compassion
• Quality and Teamwork
• Dignity and Respect
• Openness, honesty and responsibility

To meet our aspirations to deliver high-quality healthcare for the people of the Borders, we are focusing on the delivery of the NHS Borders Vaccination Programmes.

As part of the Vaccination Transformation Programme, we seek individuals keen to vaccinate a wide spectrum of age groups, including babies, pre-school children, and adults, with vaccines such as Pneumococcal, Shingles, RSV, Covid, and Flu. Vaccinations are delivered across various settings, including health centres, community clinics, schools, care homes, and patients' homes across the Scottish Borders. An observation of a baby & pre-school vaccination session will be part of the interview process.

Excellent communication skills and a strong team-working approach are vital. The ability to work independently is also essential.

You should demonstrate a well-developed understanding of our core values to deliver efficient service and high standards of care.

Please note: We cannot accept late applications, so please submit early.

Salary: The quoted salary is for full-time hours (37 hrs per week). Part-time hours will be pro-rata.

Legislative Changes: From 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check. If classified as a "regulated role," your appointment will be subject to the PVG Scheme. Any changes will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For details, visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes.