This nurse post sits in the newly set up Health Protection Service at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, with a main focus on vaccination and immunisation. The work covers vaccinations, immunisations and testing in care homes, community and primary care clinics, and for housebound patients, across all age groups. The role is mobile across the Health Board, can involve lone working, outbreak testing and mass immunisation, and includes some weekend and bank holiday shifts. A live NMC registration is required.
What the job involves
- Administer vaccinations, immunisations and testing across a range of locations, including as a lone worker when required
- Deliver services at key health and social care sites, community vaccination and testing centres, primary care and community clinics, and care homes
- Provide a service to housebound patients and clients
- Deliver immunisation programmes targeting all age groups
- Oversee population health checks and signpost patients according to local pathways
- Carry out duties aligned with the wider Health Protection function
- Support outbreak testing and mass immunisation programmes as needed
- Work flexibly across the Health Board as service demand changes
- Work with key partners, including the Specialist Immunisation Team and Public Health colleagues, to meet Welsh Government immunisation targets
- Make every client contact count
- Travel to other locations across the Health Board, often at short notice
- Work some weekends and Bank Holidays
Registration & licences
- Live UK NMC registration
Experience
- General awareness of the staff flu programme and wider immunisation agenda
Other
- Ability to travel throughout the Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB region in a timely manner, often at short notice
Nice to have
- Welsh language speaking and listening skills at Level 3 (CEFR B2) or above
- Previous experience of providing immunisation, vaccination or antigen testing services
What's offered
- Leading pension
- Generous leave
- Flexible work
- Career growth
- Access to ongoing learning and development
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Vaccination & Immunisation/Health Protection Nurse (POW) in Coity employer: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care. With a strong focus on employee growth, generous benefits including a leading pension and flexible working options, and a commitment to diversity and compassion, you will thrive in a role that not only enhances your career but also positively impacts the community. Located in the beautiful region of South Wales, you can enjoy both vibrant city life and serene natural landscapes, making it an ideal place for work-life balance.
Contact Details:
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Recruitment Team
