Job summary
Job Opportunity: Flu & Covid Vaccination Nurses (Bank)
Location: Chesterfield area
Type: Temporary, bank work
Salary: £20 per hour
Are you a skilled and compassionate nurse looking to make a positive impact on public health? Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals as a Flu & Covid Vaccination Nurse on a bank work basis. Your expertise will play a crucial role in promoting community well-being and delivering the Autumn Flu & Covid vaccination programme.
Main duties of the job
- Administer flu & Covid vaccinations to patients in a healthcare setting.
- Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of vaccinations administered.
- Follow established protocols and guidelines to ensure safe and effective vaccine administration.
- Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to support efficient vaccination campaigns.
- Registered Nurse (RN) qualification.
- Previous experience in vaccine administration, particularly flu vaccinations, is preferred.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to provide compassionate care to patients of all ages.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, adapting to different healthcare settings.
About us
Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate of £20.00 per hour
Flexible work schedules - choose part-time or full-time shifts that suit your availability.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public health and contribute to flu prevention efforts.
Gain experience in various healthcare settings and expand your professional network.
Ongoing support and training to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Join us in the fight against influenza and be part of a team making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role forms an integral part of Autumn vaccination delivery programme within the Derbyshire area. These roles will be supporting the Primary Care Networks who are responsible for delivering the vaccination programme.
The role of vaccinator will work as part of a dynamic team in delivering a safe and effective service for the delivery of the Flu and Covid vaccine(s). The post holder will be responsible for administering the vaccines to patients within a team of staff working in a clinical team as part of the mass vaccination delivery model under the direction and supervision of a registered health care professional.
The post holder will adhere to infection control policies, procedures, and guidelines at all times. This will include training and development related to the control of infection and liaise closely with the Infection Control Team, to minimise the possibility of healthcare associated infection. The post holder must hold a clean driving license is essential as Royal Primary Care is a multi-site organisation.
The role requires the post holder to be registered (and provide evidence of their professional registration) with a professional body, this is to enable them to practice within their profession; they are required at all times to comply with that code of conduct and requirements of that registration.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role forms an integral part of Autumn vaccination delivery programme within the Derbyshire area. These roles will be supporting the Primary Care Networks who are responsible for delivering the vaccination programme.
The role of vaccinator will work as part of a dynamic team in delivering a safe and effective service for the delivery of the Flu and Covid vaccine(s). The post holder will be responsible for administering the vaccines to patients within a team of staff working in a clinical team as part of the mass vaccination delivery model under the direction and supervision of a registered health care professional.
The post holder will adhere to infection control policies, procedures, and guidelines at all times. This will include training and development related to the control of infection and liaise closely with the Infection Control Team, to minimise the possibility of healthcare associated infection. The post holder must hold a clean driving license is essential as Royal Primary Care is a multi-site organisation.
The role requires the post holder to be registered (and provide evidence of their professional registration) with a professional body, this is to enable them to practice within their profession; they are required at all times to comply with that code of conduct and requirements of that registration.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Current RMN/RGN/RNLD registration with NMC
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Professional Registration
Experience
Essential
- Working as a registered nurse
- Previous experience a s a peer vaccinator
Desirable
- Previous involvement in the Flu and Covid vaccination programme.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
- Good organisation skills
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as a lone practitioner
Desirable
- Computer literacy ECDL
- Mobile for travel across Chesterfield
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Initiative and commitment to achieve results.
- Flexible and adaptable
Desirable
- Sensitive to clients needs
- Resilient and tenacious
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Current RMN/RGN/RNLD registration with NMC
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Professional Registration
Experience
Essential
- Working as a registered nurse
- Previous experience a s a peer vaccinator
Desirable
- Previous involvement in the Flu and Covid vaccination programme.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
- Good organisation skills
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as a lone practitioner
Desirable
- Computer literacy ECDL
- Mobile for travel across Chesterfield
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Initiative and commitment to achieve results.
- Flexible and adaptable
Desirable
- Sensitive to clients needs
- Resilient and tenacious
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
