Job summary
Staff will be expected to provide comprehensive care and interventions in particular, the delivery of vaccinations and immunisations to both the general public and the staff living and working in Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB). There will be a requirement to document administered immunisations using the appropriate (WIS) system.
The national two-day minimum standards for immunisation training is essential for this post and will be arranged if not already completed. Staff will be reimbursed for any Immunisation training required.
English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply
Main duties of the job
To positively champion vaccination, immunisation and respiratory virus testing at every contact.
To administer vaccinations according to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board's Patient Group Directives (PGD).
To ensure the delivery of vaccines complies with the National Minimum Standards for Immunisation and the Green Book e.g. correct immunisation technique, cold chain storage of vaccines, and safe disposal of sharps.
To be accountable for the provision of a high standard of patient care.
To work across a number of hospital settings within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) and other community environments in order to meet the service demands of the wider Health Protection function.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Degree or equivalent skills, training and work experience in nursing. NMC Registrant with accountability for actions under Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Professional Practice. Be in compliance with Basic Life Support for Adults (ALS) and Anaphylaxis Training. Professional awareness and evidence of ongoing development.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Public Health agenda. National Minimum Standards for Immunisation. Immunisation Update Training.
Experience
Essential
- General awareness of the staff flu programme and wider Immunisation agenda. General awareness of Covid-19 vaccination and antigen testing programmes. Experience of working in multi-disciplinary setting.
Desirable
- Previous experience of providing immunisation, vaccination or antigen testing services.
Aptitude and Abilities, Skills
Essential
- Good organisational skills. Excellent clinical decision-making skills. Effective communication skills, including the ability to overcome any barriers to understanding.
Desirable
- The ability to speak or learn Welsh to a satisfactory level.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Highly motivated. Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in stressful situations. Display exemplary personal and professional standards of behaviour and integrity at all times. Ability to deal with verbal and written aggression in a calm and professional manner. Commitment. Enthusiasm.
Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to travel throughout the Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB region in a timely manner, often at short notice. Able to undertake the duties of the role including as a lone worker when required. Working flexibly across the University Health Board when service demands within vaccination change to support other service priorities and respond to outbreak testing and mass immunisation programmes across all sites will also be required.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Degree or equivalent skills, training and work experience in nursing. NMC Registrant with accountability for actions under Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Professional Practice. Be in compliance with Basic Life Support for Adults (ALS) and Anaphylaxis Training. Professional awareness and evidence of ongoing development.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Public Health agenda. National Minimum Standards for Immunisation. Immunisation Update Training.
Experience
Essential
- General awareness of the staff flu programme and wider Immunisation agenda. General awareness of Covid-19 vaccination and antigen testing programmes. Experience of working in multi-disciplinary setting.
Desirable
- Previous experience of providing immunisation, vaccination or antigen testing services.
Aptitude and Abilities, Skills
Essential
- Good organisational skills. Excellent clinical decision-making skills. Effective communication skills, including the ability to overcome any barriers to understanding.
Desirable
- The ability to speak or learn Welsh to a satisfactory level.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Highly motivated. Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in stressful situations. Display exemplary personal and professional standards of behaviour and integrity at all times. Ability to deal with verbal and written aggression in a calm and professional manner. Commitment. Enthusiasm.
Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to travel throughout the Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB region in a timely manner, often at short notice. Able to undertake the duties of the role including as a lone worker when required. Working flexibly across the University Health Board when service demands within vaccination change to support other service priorities and respond to outbreak testing and mass immunisation programmes across all sites will also be required.
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).
