Vaccination and screening nurse

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Vaccination and Screening Nurse to join their Occupational Health team. This role involves delivering exceptional care to both internal and external patients, including triage, vaccination, and handling queries. The organization is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes staff wellbeing through various support programs. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Staff Wellbeing Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Inclusive Work Environment

Access to Pool Facilities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a focus on Occupational Health.
• Understanding of equality & diversity in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for care delivery and management of Occupational Health patients.
• Engaging in mandatory training and maintaining professional registration.

Skills

Patient Care

Triage Skills

Vaccination

Clinical Governance

Education

BSc in Nursing

Registered Nurse

Job description

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Job Overview

As one of our Occupational Health Nurses, you will be accountable and responsible for the care delivery and management of the Occupational Health patients, both internal and external. This includes triage, assessing pre-placement questionnaires, responding to sharps incidents, vaccinating staff with relevant vaccines, and answering queries directed to the department.

Main duties of the job

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintaining an active Nursing and Midwifery Council registration
• Maintaining an up-to-date professional portfolio to support the Knowledge & Skills Framework and professional development required for nurse revalidation
• Engaging in own appraisal/performance review with clarity on role authority, with regular reviews
• Fulfilling mandatory training requirements
• Facilitating appropriate mentorship and clinical supervision
• Developing personal leadership, management skills, and maintaining clinical knowledge and professional awareness

Working for our organisation

At the RUH, we prioritize people, working together to make a difference for our patients, colleagues, and community. We value everyone’s contribution and are committed to an inclusive, compassionate environment. We promote diversity, kindness, and civility, believing that diversity strengthens us. Our culture emphasizes learning, development, and innovation, supporting staff to reach their full potential. We also prioritize staff wellbeing through various support programs, including physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial wellbeing initiatives, and facilities like a pool.

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Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

Please see the attached person specification and detailed job description for further information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential:

• Registered Nurse Part 1, 2, 12, BSc in Nursing or working towards this
• State Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a B5 role in an acute setting

Knowledge and Experience

Essential:

• Understanding of equality & diversity and its application in managing self, staff, and patients

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Clinical Governance theory and application

Applicant Requirements

You must hold an appropriate UK professional registration. This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, requiring a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Application Details

This vacancy may close early if high application numbers are received. We encourage prompt submissions.

Documents to Download

• JD B5 OH NURSE (PDF, 264.4KB)
• Join the RUH (PDF, 1.1MB)

Further Details / Informal Visits

Name: Julie Stone, Occupational Health Manager, Email: [e-mail], Tel: [phone]

Additional Information

Victoria Cox, [e-mail]

Job Details

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care