Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Immunisation Midwife

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Job summary

Due to the expansion of the maternity vaccination programmes, our highly successful Maternity Immunisations Team are looking to employ an enthusiastic and experienced Midwife/Nurse to join the team.

This is a part time position, 18.75 hours per week. We offer an excellent training package relevant to the role which will be provided, and you will be actively supported in continuing professional development.

Main duties of the job

You will be actively supported in continuing professional development.

The post holder will work within the Maternity Immunisations Team, alongside the Antenatal & Newborn (ANNB) Screening Team, to develop, monitor and promote the immunisation services available at KGH.

To deliver the NHS maternity immunisation programmes, which includes Pertussis, seasonal Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccinations, as well as the BCG vaccination to eligible babies.

To provide the highest quality care required to support each woman in their pathway, whilst improving maternity experience, maintaining clinical credibility and disseminating knowledge.

To manage resources and participate in the coordination of clinics and appointments.

To maintain databases relating to the update of vaccinations.

To be proactive in the collation of data and the reporting of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to the immunisation programmes.

About us

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable

Date posted

09 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

264-6829573-FAM

Job locations

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Education, Training and qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

Registered Midwife or Nurse
Relevant Degree or evidence of further study and experience to the equivalent
Awareness of local and national agendas
Awareness of the public health agenda around immunisations in pregnancy and the BCG programme
Minimum of 1 years post qualification experience

Desirable

Evidence of further study at post registration level
Immunisation experience

Person Specification

Education, Training and qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

Registered Midwife or Nurse
Relevant Degree or evidence of further study and experience to the equivalent
Awareness of local and national agendas
Awareness of the public health agenda around immunisations in pregnancy and the BCG programme
Minimum of 1 years post qualification experience

Desirable

Evidence of further study at post registration level
Immunisation experience

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.