The Immunisation Nurse works across Children and Family Health Surrey (CFHS) administering immunisations in a variety of community settings including schools. The role promotes the mental, physical and emotional health of individuals, families and groups and is aware of the needs of children, families and carers, including vulnerable children. The service is offered within the framework of national and local targets and available resources. The post holder will be based at Elmbridge at our Family Hub at Walton Health Centre, covering schools and clinics in surrounding areas.
Main Responsibilities
* Assist in the delivery of the school and community immunisation programmes following local policies, PGDs, and SOPs.
* Administer vaccines safely, ensuring correct cold chain storage, handling, and accurate documentation.
* Prepare, transport, and maintain immunisation equipment and vaccine stocks for sessions.
* Act as Lead Nurse when fully competent, supervising and mentoring bank nurses, students, and other team members.
* Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and participate in professional development, training, and audits.
* Communicate effectively with children, young people, families, and multidisciplinary teams, adapting language and approach to individual needs.
* Support children and families, addressing anxieties, concerns, or complaints, and act as an advocate where appropriate.
* Participate in policy development, service improvement, and implementation of immunisation programmes.
* Organise workload independently, ensuring accurate record-keeping, data management, and reporting.
* Take appropriate action in safeguarding concerns and adhere to NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
* Provide evidence‑based advice on immunisations, including side effects, to children, parents, and the public.
* Contribute to meetings, working groups, and professional discussions, supporting team communication and cohesion.
* Participate in audits, research, and mandatory training; supervise and teach students, junior staff, and carers.
* Undertake other duties as required consistent with the role and grade of the post.
Ideal Candidate
* Registered Nurse with experience working with children and young people.
* Knowledge of NHS issues, clinical governance, and risk management.
* Effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Able to assess needs and act appropriately, work independently, and manage own time.
* IT literate.
* Able to work collaboratively within a team.
Desirable
* Mentor preparation, ENB 998, or Practice Supervisor/Assessor qualification.
* PHE core immunisation training and Skills for Health immunisation modules.
* Experience in school nursing, clinical supervision, appraisal, and immunisation delivery.
* Teaching skills and ability to be assertive under pressure.
Other Requirements
* Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car insured for business use.
Benefits
Competitive Pay & Pension: Enjoy a Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension benefits.
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