Nurse Vaccinator in Walsall

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Main area Maternity Band 5 vaccinator. Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 19.5 hours per week (may include some evenings and Saturday) Job ref 407-WCCSS-8326074

Site Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust Town Walsall Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 02/11/2026 08:00

Walsall Manor Hospital is a busy district general hospital offering compete range of acute services. The Trust primarily serves the immediate population of Walsall with some patients requiring more specialised treatment at other, neighbouring Trusts. The Trust continues to invest in its facilities and services, supporting high-quality care for the communities it serves.

This role offers the opportunity to work within our integrated care model, contributing to high-quality services that help people remain independent in their own homes and communities.

We are committed to investing in our workforce and creating an environment where colleagues can learn, contribute and develop. Our new Urgent Emergency Care Centre, opened in March 2023, demonstrates our ongoing investment in facilities and services.

As an employee, you’ll benefit from an attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package (detailed in Employer Description above), plus access to NHS pension arrangements and staff accommodation where available.

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is proud to be part of the Armed Forces Covenant, currently holding the Bronze Award, underlining our commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Community.

RESPECT – COMPASSION – TEAMWORK – PROFESSIONALISM

Job overview

As a Registered Health Care Professional working in vaccinations, the post holder will work in maternity services as part of a dynamic team in delivering a safe and effective vaccination service. They will promote and deliver a vaccination service to include flu, pertussis and RSV vaccinations whilst undertaking activities such as clinical assessment, preparation and data reporting of vaccines.

PLEASE NOTE, WE MAY CLOSE THIS VACANCY EARLY IF WE RECEIVE HIGH NUMBERS OF APPLICATIONS.

Main duties of the job

Delivery of flu and pertussis vaccinations.

Health promotion and seeking of appropriate resources.

Data collection and reporting.

ICPC standards and precaution.

Clinical assessment and observation.

Working with Band 3 immunisation administrator to improve uptake of vaccinations.

Working for our organisation

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is an integrated Trust and the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, serving a population of 284,300. It provides inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital as well as a wide range of services in the community. Walsall Manor houses the full range of district general hospital services under one roof. The £170 million development was completed in 2010, and ongoing upgrades ensure the Trust now has state-of-the-art facilities, including a Critical Care Unit, Neonatal Unit, Obstetric Theatre, and Integrated Assessment Unit. A new Urgent and Emergency Care Centre, opened in March 2023, has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity, providing almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Responsible for providing specialist advice and technical services in relation to the care of patients

Plan, advise and recommend treatment when necessary

Handle difficult conversations (sensitive, language barriers, hostile atmosphere) and convert complex technical information into easily to understand communication

Observe infection control procedures

Ensures that all NHS statutory & mandatory training as needed. This includes BLS, Anaphylaxis and Immunisation training.

Follow local and national policy.

Respond to queries or escalate to the clinical supervisor.

Support more junior staff in the provision of care including training in the use of protocols as needed.

Responsible for the safe and effective use of equipment and other resources, ensuring equipment is maintained in good working order.

Ensure vaccine, stationery and health promotion resources are available in immediate work area and monitored appropriately.

Improve and maintain personal and professional development by participating in continuing professional development activities including statutory and mandatory training in compliance with the programme requirements.

Have an awareness of Trust/ Lead Provider policies and procedures that affect the management of staff.

Effectively use IT support systems to enhance direct and indirect care delivery.

Use of an electronic patient record system.

Submit accurate and timely activity data as required.

Manual handling of equipment (e.g. records, vaccination equipment)

Frequent requirement for intense concentration (drawing-up, patient assessment and observation)

Work pattern altering to meet service need and prioritising work issues accordingly with changes faced

Occasional need to cope with difficult emotional situations.

Undertake multiple roles such as: clinical assessment, dilution and drawing up of the vaccine from multi-dose vials and additional clinical support.

Enable the delivery of vaccinations to all eligible citizens by assisting with the overall coordination of the site activity and day to day delivery of the vaccination programme.

Ensure clinic rooms and equipment are available at the start of each session. Including PPE provision.

Conduct pre‑vaccination clinical assessments to confirm if the citizen meets the criteria for safe vaccination, including previous vaccinations undertaken, current health condition, assessment of any clinical conditions (medical history) and allergies.

Complete the clinical triage questionnaire based on the above, digitally or on paper.

Ensure knowledge of conditions that affect suitability for vaccination and previous vaccination history. Address any potential adverse reaction risks and provide the citizen with information and advice on any adverse reactions and contra indications.

Address any concerns that may arise regarding the vaccine and contra‑indications with patients/citizens.

Ensure the citizen’s understanding of the vaccination implications and get consent agreement on vaccination.

Record the medical check list and consent in the records system.

Ensure vaccine preparation (drawing‑up, ensuring correct storage and providing pre‑prepared syringes to the vaccination station) as per the standard operating procedure (SOP).

Ensure the reconstruction of the vaccine as per manufacturer’s instructions.

Perform a visual check of the vaccine type, serial number and thawing/expiry date.

Manage and prioritise own workload

Work as an effective team member, demonstrate good personal communication skills and actively promote excellent team and interdisciplinary relationships

Demonstrate appropriate assertiveness and ability to challenge others when the rights of patients may be affected.

Demonstrate concise, accurate, timely record keeping and ensure that all work carried out is recorded accurately

Provide skilled, evidence‑based care which adheres to agreed policies and procedures

Use clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep the patients as safe as possible.

Follow the centre and national policies including Patient Group Directions (PGD’s) and national protocols or standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed. These include SOPs on the safe storage, administration and disposal of the vaccine, needle stick injury and Hep B Management. Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of the health, safety and security of self and others in work area. Assist in the identification and assessment risks in work activities.

Practise in accordance with the professional, ethical and legal codes of the site and its protocols and guidelines.

Work with team to maintain high standards of infection control in the clinical area and a well‑maintained department environment.

Reflect on everyday practice to identify areas where improvements in safety or quality can be made.

Maintain compliance with staff mandatory training requirements.

Experience

• experience practising post registration.
• Experience in a healthcare clinical setting.
• Experience in vaccinations / Immunisation service provision.
• experience in governance and policy

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse / Midwife on UK Register
• Evidence of vaccination training

Knowledge

• Evidence of vaccination / Immunisation knowledge and skills
• Evidence of vaccination training

Sponsorship and Visas

We welcome applications from all candidates with the right to work in the UK, including those on Health and Care Visas, Graduate Visas, or other valid permissions. All candidates will be considered on equal terms.

This Trust currently recruits successfully from the domestic labour market and has a sufficient pool of suitably qualified candidates for Band 3 roles. Visa sponsorship is therefore not available for this role currently. Candidates who already hold the right to work in the UK, including those on an existing Health and Care Visa, Graduate Visa, or any other valid permission are welcome to apply and will be considered on equal terms. This position is reviewed regularly in line with Home Office guidance. Right to work will be verified at each stage of the recruitment and monitored throughout employment. All candidates who are offered a position will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK as part of the pre‑employment checks process. Where a candidates' right to work is derived from another person’s immigration permission, the Trust will discuss the implications of this with the candidate before a permanent post is confirmed, to ensure that both parties understand the terms on which employment can be sustained.

Recruitment and Selection Approach

In line with best practice and regulatory guidance, our selection process is fair, consistent and based on your ability to perform the role, contribute to the organisation and your potential for development.

What to expect

• Application screening: Your application will be reviewed against the person specification
• Interview: Typically, a panel interview with competency-based and values-based questions
• Assessment: Role-dependent assessments may include practical tasks or presentations
• Timeline: We aim to complete the process within 47 days of the closing date. Recruitment Journey is attached to all live vacancies.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates at any stage. Please contact us to discuss your needs.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

Please note this vacancy may close early due to high volume of applications

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