As a Band 5 School Nurse, you will work as part of a supportive public health nursing team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to school-aged children and their families. You will contribute to the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme and support children and young people with a wide range of health needs across schools, clinics, homes and community venues. Working under the supervision of a Senior School Nurse or Team Leader, you will manage a delegated caseload and play a key role in promoting physical, emotional and mental wellbeing, early intervention and prevention.
Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme across universal and targeted services
* Undertake health assessments and provide evidence-based advice and interventions for children and young people
* Deliver health promotion activities within schools and community settings
* Support vulnerable children and families in line with safeguarding and early help frameworks
* Work collaboratively with schools, families and partner agencies to improve outcomes for children and young people
* Contribute to school and community-based drop-in clinics
* Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service improvement initiatives
* Participate in supervision, training and continuing professional development
Qualifications
* You will be a Registered Nurse with a passion for improving the health and wellbeing of children and young people.
* Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse.
* Experience of working with children, young people and families.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* Knowledge of safeguarding, child development and evidence-based practice.
* A full driving licence and access to a car for community working.
* Experience within school nursing, health visiting or community nursing would be desirable, but not essential.
You will feel valued as a School Nurse within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:
Benefits
* AFC Band 5 salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions.
* Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover life's emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates.
* Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases such as grocery shopping, travel and leisure activities.
* Online and face-to-face support for your mental and physical wellbeing, including counselling, coaching and wellbeing programmes.
* Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and continuing professional development through our 'Outstanding' Learning Enterprise.
* An open and supportive culture where your ideas are welcomed and you are encouraged to develop your career.
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