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Health Visitor - North EssexinClacton-On-SeainClacton-On-SeaPUBLISHED TUE 7 JAN 2025

Band 6: £37,338 to £44,962 a year  PERMANENT 
FAMILYMULTI-DISCIPLINARYNHSNMCPENSION

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Variety in the role with opportunities for career development, including the chance to become a dual qualified SCPHN Nurse.
Supportive team environment with collaboration among Health Visitors, School Nurses, and other professionals for comprehensive family support.
Clear visibility and accessibility of senior management, promoting a culture where staff feel heard and valued.
Involvement in strategic initiatives that aim to improve health outcomes for children and families in the community.
Access to a comprehensive benefits package, including NHS Pension and exclusive discounts through My Reward Hub.
Opportunities for continuing professional development with access to eLearning and bespoke career pathways.
Encouragement of innovation and idea implementation with dedicated funding for improving health and care services.
The Health Visitor role at HCRG Care Group in Clacton-On-Sea, North Essex, offers a dynamic and supportive environment where practitioners can develop their careers, including opportunities to become dual qualified as an SCPHN Nurse. In collaboration with Essex Child and Family Wellbeing Services, the successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team that focuses on delivering the Healthy Child Programme, conducting health assessments, and collaborating with families and other agencies to create individualized care plans for children aged 0-5.

Candidates should hold a Specialist Community Public Health Nursing qualification and be passionate about improving outcomes for children and families. The position, classified as Band 6, comes with competitive benefits such as a salary aligned with NHS standards, access to wellness resources, and opportunities for continuing professional development. HCRG Care Group champions innovation and quality in care delivery, ensuring a supportive workplace culture that encourages employees to voice their ideas.
Variety in the role with opportunities for career development, including the chance to become a dual qualified SCPHN Nurse.
Supportive team environment with collaboration among Health Visitors, School Nurses, and other professionals for comprehensive family support.
Clear visibility and accessibility of senior management, promoting a culture where staff feel heard and valued.
Involvement in strategic initiatives that aim to improve health outcomes for children and families in the community.
Access to a comprehensive benefits package, including NHS Pension and exclusive discounts through My Reward Hub.
Opportunities for continuing professional development with access to eLearning and bespoke career pathways.
Encouragement of innovation and idea implementation with dedicated funding for improving health and care services.

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Useful skills for a Health Visitor - North Essex:
To work as a Health Visitor in the UK, you'll need a combination of qualifications, skills, and personal attributes. Here are the essential requirements:
Qualifications:
1. Nursing or Midwifery Qualification: You must be a registered nurse or midwife, having completed a degree program.
2. Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) Qualification: Additionally, you need to complete a Health Visiting program, which leads to SCPHN certification.
Key Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and families, often in sensitive situations. This includes listening skills and the ability to convey health information clearly.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional and social challenges faced by families and providing support with sensitivity.
3. Assessment Skills: Proficiency in assessing the health needs of individuals and families, including physical, emotional, and social health.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues and develop appropriate support strategies and interventions.
5. Organizational Skills: Effective time management to handle a caseload and keep records accurately.
6. Collaboration and Teamwork: Working alongside colleagues in health and social care, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach.
7. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and perspectives, adapting care to meet the needs of different communities.
8. Knowledge of Public Health Policy: Understanding health promotion strategies, childhood development, and current public health issues.
9. Teaching and Educating Skills: Ability to educate families about health, nutrition, parenting, and accessing services.
10. Resilience and Adaptability: Working in challenging environments and adapting to changing situations.
Personal Attributes:
1. Patience: Families may require ongoing support, and patience is essential.
2. Integrity and Professionalism: Maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating ethical behavior at all times.
3. Motivation: A commitment to improving community health and wellbeing.
Continuing Professional Development:
- Engage in lifelong learning and professional development to stay updated with best practices and new policies.
Experience:
- Previous experience in community nursing or working with families and children can be advantageous.
 


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