Vaccination and Engagement Nurse

Job summary

The Vaccination Outreach and Engagement Nurse will support the delivery of vaccination programmes across Dorset with a specific focus on improving uptake and reducing health inequalities.

The post holder will work with communities, schools, youth organisations and partner agencies to promote vaccination and deliver outreach clinics. The role will support the delivery of vaccinations across multiple programmes including:

o Perinatal vaccinations

o Childhood and school-aged immunisations

o Seasonal influenza

o COVID-19 vaccinations

The role aims to increase accessibility to vaccination for underserved populations by providing community engagement, education and outreach clinics in a range of community settings

To provide a high-quality person-centred approach to care delivery which always considers people's safety, privacy and dignity.

To undertake assessment of patients / service users care needs and develop programmes of care as part of the wider multi-disciplinary care team.

To provide advice and education to patients/ service users and carers regarding their care.

To plan, implement and review health improvement programmes in a range of settings.

Provide supervision, mentorship, and clinical support to students and junior staff in the team

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

Part time post of 22.5 hours per week, fixed for 1 year. The post holder will be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Supporting delivery of immunisation programmes across Dorset HealthCare, including maternal, childhood, seasonal influenza and COVID-19 vaccination programmes in accordance with national and local policies and guidance.

Delivering safe and effective vaccinations in a variety of settings including schools, community venues, care homes and patients' homes, ensuring that vaccination activity meets required programme targets and timeframes.

Ensuring accurate, timely and high-quality documentation of vaccinations and related clinical activity within the relevant electronic record systems.

Responsibility for the safe handling, transportation and storage of vaccines, maintaining cold chain requirements and adhering to all vaccine management procedures.

Recognising and appropriately respond to adverse reactions following immunisation, including anaphylaxis, in accordance with clinical guidelines and training.

Acting as the Lead Nurse for vaccination sessions when requested, ensuring the safe and efficient running of immunisation clinics.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicantswho subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcareservices. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integratedcommunity and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our servicessay they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking towork with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lotsof ways you can make a difference in our communities.Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building workplacefor the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome,everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towardsour vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.