Job summary
SPONSORSHIP/VISACurrently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office's criteria as this is a Bank position only
We are looking to recruit an Immunisation nurse to join our friendly, highly skilled Occupational Health team.
Occupational health is an attractive speciality that attracts clinicians who work set daytime hours (no nights or on calls), the offer of some flexibility and hybrid working around clinic commitments and in addition to the opportunity to make a real difference to staff health and wellbeing and safety.
In this role you will deliver a range of clinical activities including fitness for work assessments, vaccinations, venepuncture, contact tracing and support following staff needlestick or body fluid exposure. You will provide timely, compassionate advice to staff and managers, using sound clinical reasoning and the ability to prioritise effectively.
Main duties of the job
This is a clinic based role, with your main focus on:
New starter (Pre-placement) health assessmentsOccupational health vaccinations and associated blood tests, including interpretation of results and determining the appropriate follow-upSupporting clinical advice to employees via the OH administration email service.Support, advice and management of exposure to infectious diseases / exposure to blood and body fluids.
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current registration with NMC
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Experience in Nurse led Practice
- Understanding of the Occupational Health role of the Immunisation Nurse
- IT literate - Microsoft Outlook, email and internet use
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing
- Working knowledge of current Health & Safety Regulations
- National Minimum Standards for Immunisation Training
Experience
Essential
- Multi-disciplinary/agency working
- Previous experience of providing immunisation in services/involvement in immunisation programmes
- Health Promotion experience
Desirable
- Experience of delivering immunisation programmes
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary multi-agency team
- Experience of working in the community
- Experience of clinical audit
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Immunisation skills
- Excellent and accurate record keeping
- IT skills
- Venepuncture skills
- Ability to communicate well on sensitive subjects, in a nonjudgemental way
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently
Desirable
- National Minimum Standards for Immunisation Training
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate PTHB Values
- Enthusiasm and commitment
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexibility
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Powys Teaching Health Board
Address
Pan Powys
Bronllys
Bronllys
LD3 0LU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
This listing was aggregated from publicly-available sources. The employer holds an A-rated sponsor licence at the time of this listing, but sponsorship of this specific role is not guaranteed — the employer's offer and UK Visas and Immigration are the final authority. Details may have changed since our last update — verify with the employer via the Apply link.