Why might this job interest you?
The Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust, Children’s Care Group, School Age Immunisation Team (SAIS) require enthusiastic self- motivated first level nurses to support the team on an as and when basis to deliver the annual Seasonal Flu programme to children in schools from September – December each year.
This placement is required for the flu season (minimum of two days a week) . This placement may end in February.
The post holder will be able to communicate with children of different ages to facilitate the safe administration of the Flu vaccine and will be expected to be able to travel to different schools across Doncaster.
This role is based in Doncaster (however may be required to work within the RDaSH footprint and travel beyond the RDaSH footprint)
Responsibilities of this job role
Clinical Practice
· To support the School Age immunisation team in the safe delivery of seasonal Flu in schools.
· Undertake the necessary training to be able to deliver vaccines safely
· To keep up to date with current practise and research based developments
· To understand about cold chain, storage and the legal aspects of administering a vaccine
- Work collaboratively with schools and school leads to facilitate delivery of vaccination programmes in school.
- To identify risk and be able to make evidence based clinical judgments
- Work to a Patient Group Direction (PGD)
- To identify issues and report them to Clinical Leads/Programme Lead
Communication and Relationships
· To work closely with team members to ensure good communication and relations within the team.
· To work closely with staff at all levels in schools to ensure good communication and relationships within schools.
· To speak with members of the public – face to face / telephone – enquiries or complaints.
· Ensure issues and challenges to delivery are escalated to the appropriate leads to ensure timely action is taken to maximise the efficiency of the service.
· Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all levels of employees internal and external to the trust.
Service Responsibilities
· Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC
· Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines
· Ensure cold chain procedures are adhered to and maintained throughout session and transport
· To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Decisions and Judgements
- The postholder will work with minimal supervision.
- Within the scope of their work the post holder will have the autonomy to make decisions and problem solve, seeking advice and guidance from senior staff as required.
Systems and Equipment
· Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Challenges
· To ensure efficient and effective use of time management.
Data Protection
· Work in accordance with GDPR
· Ensure all records are clear and recorded accurately and stored as per procedure
Infection Control
· Maintain an up-to-date awareness of the infection control precautions relevant to your area of work and implement these in practice.
Learning and Development
· Undertake all mandatory and statutory training requirements
· Be responsible for own learning needs and continuing professional development
Health and Safety
· You have an equal responsibility with management for maintaining safe working practices for the health and safety of yourself and others.
Equality and Diversity
· Ensure all staff and service users are treated with dignity and respect. This includes not. This includes not discriminating unfairly in any area of your work and not harassing or otherwise intimidating other members of staff.
Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults
· All staff are required to always act in such a way that safeguards (and promotes) the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults. Participation in related mandatory/statutory training is essential
To be successful in applying for this role you will need:
- NMC registered.
- Evidence of professional development
- Working independently or as part of a team
- Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
- Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
- Flexible approach to work in line with the needs of the programme
- Well-developed interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
- Able to maintain effective working relationships at all levels
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work with confidential information
- Knowledge and skills in using Microsoft Office packages including word, excel and teams.
- Ability to deal appropriately with challenging situations
- Ability to handle difficult situations with tact and sensitivity
In addition to experience, all Qualified roles will be required to provide evidence of
- Relevant Qualifications
- Registration with the relevant Registration Body if applicable.
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Pay: £16.40-£26.24 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have a care and valid UK driving licence
Work Location: In person
