Registered Nurse/ Vaccinator INTERNAL in Wrexham

Please note that we will only accept applications from staff currently employed by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. This post is suitable for a Registered Nurse / Registered Health Care Professional (named within the PGD).

The post holder will be part of BCUHB Integrated Vaccination Service, and will be expected to offer vaccination advice and deliver vaccinations to patients and staff living and working across North Wales. The post holder will support the safe delivery of vaccines and help increase local uptake of vaccinations and may be asked to immunise in other settings i.e., during an outbreak or mass immunisation programme. The post holder will work alongside the Immunisation team, Occupational Health and Public Health to meet the Welsh Government targets for immunisation. The post holder will assist in the management and organisation of their clinical area and participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff members.

Main duties of the job:

• To administer vaccinations according to BCUHB University Health Board’s Patient Group Directives (PGD).
• To ensure the delivery of vaccines complies with The National Minimum Standards for immunisation and the Green Book e.g., correct immunisation technique, vaccine handling, storage and transport including cold chain management, and safe disposal of sharps.
• To work across a number of Hospital settings within BCUHB University Health Board and other settings as required.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, encouraging and where required participating in therapies ensuring that they are delivered effectively.
• To actively participate in health education and promotion of vaccination to improve uptake and assist in achieving national targets.
• Communicate rationale for deferring immunisation as a result of any pre-existing or current health issues with clients using diplomacy, negotiation and reassurance skills & recording such communications using appropriate system according to setting.
• Develop a plan of care with a client who has been deferred vaccination, including signposting to other appropriate services offering vaccination e.g., Occupational Health, General Practice, Primary Care.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation:

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities:

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification:

Qualifications And Knowledge:

Essential criteria:

• Registered Health Care Professional
• Be in compliance with basic life support and anaphylaxis training
• Professional awareness and ongoing development

Desirable criteria:

• NMC Registered
• Knowledge of Public Health Agenda
• National Minimum Standards for Immunisation
• Immunisation update

Experience:

Essential criteria:

• General Awareness of the staff flu programme and Immunisation agenda

Desirable criteria:

• Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
• Implement evidence based practice
• Previous experience of providing immunisation services

Skills And Attributes:

Essential criteria:

• Ability to document details clearly and accurately
• Clear understanding of consent process
• Basic IT skills
• Good organisational and decision making skills
• Effective communication skills including the ability to overcome any barriers to understanding
• Highly motivated
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in stressful situations
• Display exemplary personal and professional standards of behaviour and integrity at all times
• Ability to deal with verbal and written aggression in a calm and professional manner

Desirable criteria:

• Knowledge of incident reporting policy
• Awareness of policies