Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Nurse Vaccinator

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Job summary

As a Registered Health Care Professional working in vaccinations, the post holder will work in maternity services as part of a dynamic team in delivering a safe and effective vaccination service. They will promote and deliver a vaccination service to include flu and pertussis vaccinations whilst undertaking activities such as clinical assessment, preparation and data reporting of vaccines.

Main duties of the job

Delivery of flu and pertussis vaccinations.

Health promotion and seeking of appropriate resources.

Data collection and reporting.

ICPC standards and precaution.

Clinical assessment and observation.

Working with Band 3 immunisation administrator to improve uptake of vaccinations.

About us

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is an integrated Trust and the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, serving a population of 286,700, providing inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital as well as a wide range of services in the community. Walsall Manor houses the full range of district general hospital services under one roof. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and the continued upgrading of existing areas ensures the Trust now has a state-of-the-art Critical Care Unit, Neonatal Unit, Obstetric Theatre, and Integrated Assessment Unit facilities. Work is also well underway on its multi-million pound new Urgent and Emergency Care Centre which will house a new Emergency Department (including Children's Emergency Department), co-located Paediatric Assessment Unit, Acute Medical Unit and Urgent Care Centre. This is scheduled for completion this year.

We would particularly welcome applications from people from a BME background and people with a disability as these groups are currently under-represented at senior level. We value diversity within our Trust and are working to achieve equality in our recruitment.

We support flexible working for all employees and prospective applicants.

Any settled workers meeting the requirements must be offered the position in preference to any non-resident candidates meeting the requirements, unless the role falls under a PhD-level code, in which case sponsorship may be attained.

Date posted

10 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

407-WCCSS-6556887

Job locations

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Moat Road

Walsall

WS2 9PS

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsible for providing specialist advice and technical services in relation to the care of patients

Plan, advise and recommend treatment when necessary

Handle difficult conversations (sensitive, language barriers, hostile atmosphere) and convert complex technical information into easily to understand communication

Observe infection control procedures

Ensures that all NHS statutory & mandatory training as needed. This includes BLS, Anaphylaxis and Immunisation training.

Follow local and national policy.

Respond to queries or escalate to the clinical supervisor.

Support more junior staff in the provision of care including training in the use of protocols as needed.

Responsible for the safe and effective use of equipment and other resources, ensuring equipment is maintained in good working order.

Ensure vaccine, stationery and health promotion resources are available in immediate work area and monitored appropriately.

Improve and maintain personal and professional development by participating in continuing professional development activities including statutory and mandatory training in compliance with the programme requirements.

Have an awareness of Trust/ Lead Provider policies and procedures that affect the management of staff.

Effectively use IT support systems to enhance direct and indirect care delivery.

Use of an electronic patient record system.

Submit accurate and timely activity data as required.

Manual handling of equipment (e.g. records, vaccination equipment)

Frequent requirement for intense concentration (drawing-up, patient assessment and observation)

Work pattern altering to meet service need and prioritising work issues accordingly with changes faced

Occasional need to cope with difficult emotional situations.

Undertake multiple roles such as: clinical assessment, dilution and drawing up of the vaccine from multi-dose vials and additional clinical support.

Enable the delivery of vaccinations to all eligible citizens by assisting with the overall coordination of the site activity and day to day delivery of the vaccination programme.

Ensure clinic rooms and equipment are available at the start of each session. Including PPE provision.

Conduct pre-vaccination clinical assessments to confirm if the citizen meets the criteria for safe vaccination, including previous vaccinations undertaken, current health condition, assessment of any clinical conditions (medical history) and allergies.

Complete the clinical triage questionnaire based on the above, digitally or on paper.

Ensure knowledge of conditions that affect suitability for vaccination and previous vaccination history. Address any potential adverse reaction risks and provide the citizen with information and advice on any adverse reactions and contra indications.

Address any concerns that may arise regarding the vaccine and contra-indications with patients/citizens.

Ensure the citizens understanding of the vaccination implications and get consent agreement on vaccination.

Record the medical check list and consent in the records system.

Ensure vaccine preparation (drawing-up, ensuring correct storage and providing pre-prepared syringes to the vaccination station) as per the standard operating procedure (SOP).

Ensure the reconstruction of the vaccine as per manufacturers instructions.

Perform a visual check of the vaccine type, serial number and thawing/expiry date.

Manage and prioritise own workload

Work as an effective team member, demonstrate good personal communication skills and actively promote excellent team and interdisciplinary relationships

Demonstrate appropriate assertiveness and ability to challenge others when the rights of patients may be affected.

Demonstrate concise, accurate, timely record keeping and ensure that all work carried out is recorded accurately

Provide skilled, evidence-based care which adheres to agreed policies and procedures

Use clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep the patients as safe as possible.

Follow the centre and national policies including Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and national protocols or standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed. These include SOPs on the safe storage, administration and disposal of the vaccine, needle stick injury and Hep B Management. Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of the health, safety and security of self and others in work area. Assist in the identification and assessment risks in work activities.

Practise in accordance with the professional, ethical and legal codes of the site and its protocols and guidelines.

Work with team to maintain high standards of infection control in the clinical area and a well-maintained department environment.

Reflect on everyday practice to identify areas where improvements in safety or quality can be made.

Maintain compliance with staff mandatory training requirements.