Opportunity to make a significant impact on public health in Wales by shaping immunisation services.
Engagement in a national role that allows collaboration with various health sectors and non-NHS organisations.
Involvement in innovative public health projects and interventions at an all-Wales level.
Chance to work within a committed and passionate team focused on improving health and well-being for all communities.
Supportive workplace that values equality, diversity, and inclusion, promoting a positive work environment.
Development of advanced skills in public health, immunisation, and service delivery.
Ability to respond to current health challenges while contributing to long-term health strategies.
Public Health Wales is seeking a Public Health Nurse (Immunisation) for a fixed-term/secondment role lasting 7 months, until September 2025. This position is part of the Vaccine Preventable Disease Programme (VPDP) and focuses on supporting immunisation initiatives across Wales in both primary and secondary care settings. The ideal candidate will be an experienced, registered nurse with expertise in immunisation and public health, demonstrating strong service development skills. Responsibilities include delivering public health immunisation projects at a national level, adapting to service changes, and utilizing excellent IT and communication abilities.
Public Health Wales is dedicated to promoting health, preventing disease, and addressing health inequalities within the community. The organisation values diversity and encourages applications from individuals representing a wide range of backgrounds. Interested applicants are invited to reach out for more information or support during the application process.
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 7 MONTHS UNTILL SEPTEMBER 2025 DUE TO SECONDMENT COVER.
Public Health Wales has the remit to provide strategic leadership for the development of immunisation services across Wales; both in primary and secondary care and in addition to those non NHS organisations who have a need for immunisation advice and guidance. An opportunity has arisen to join our existing team and help shape the future.
The Vaccine Preventable Disease Programme (VPDP) in Public Health Wales is seeking an experienced registered nurse to join the successful Vaccine Preventable Disease Programme (VPDP). It is a national role and will be key in supporting immunisation programmes in Wales.
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual with immunisation expertise, and experience in public health and service development.
The post involves contributing to the delivery of public health immunisation projects and interventions at an all Wales level using public health knowledge and skills.
Applicants must be capable of responding to service changes and needs and have the ability to think logically and innovatively. Excellent IT skills are required and the need to be adaptable with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
If you are a highly motivated, and experienced qualified nurse with a strong background in public health and/or immunisation, then we are keen to hear from you.
We are Public Health Wales – the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is ‘working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliqYcU guidance on the application process, please visit www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliqYcU further details / informal visits contact: Name: Hawys Youlden Job title: Senior Nurse Vaccination and Immunisation Email address:
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