Immunisation Nurse inBournemouth and wider Dorset area inBournemouth and wider Dorset area PUBLISHED
FRI 18 OCT 2024
The Immunisation Nurse will be responsible for administering vaccines, collecting necessary equipment, obtaining patient consent, providing expert guidance to service users, and engaging with the community. The role also requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be covered by the Trust. Candidates interested in this position should reflect their relevant experience and skills in their applications, and note that those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are ineligible.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Immunisation Nurse in the Integrated Vaccination Service (IVS).
The newly integrated Vaccination Service is looking for a team player and experienced Nurse to deliver vaccination programmes to a wide variety of age groups, including children within clinics, care homes, schools, acute Trusts and community settings across Dorset
Vaccinations are the safest and most effective way of protecting individuals and communities from vaccine preventable diseases. Working for theIntegrated Vaccination Service allows you to work as part of a team supporting and promoting the importance of vaccines and offering support to the Integrated Vaccination Services across the Trust.
The Integrated Vaccination Service provides a variety of immunisations throughout the year including seasonal vaccines such as COVID and flu.
The role will be pan Dorset, with a base of Linden Unit in Weymouth or King's Park in Bournemouth, please express any preference at interview.
Car driver and access to own vehicle is essential.
Full-time post of 37.5 hours per week, part-time and flexible working will be considered. The post holder will be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
Administering vaccines in community clinics, acute Trusts and occasionally in care homes or patient homes.
Collecting vaccines and equipment from vaccine bases.
Patient consent.
Providing expert knowledge to service users.
Community engagement.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
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For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact
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