Overview
Join to apply for the Staff Nurse Vaccinator role at NHS Borders. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among the workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Our values in action: Care and Compassion; Quality and Teamwork; Dignity and Respect; Openness, honesty and responsibility.
To support vaccination delivery, we are focusing on the NHS Borders Vaccination Programmes. As part of the Vaccination Transformation Programme, we are looking for an individual who would be keen to join us to vaccinate a wide spectrum of age ranges, including babies and pre-school children, as well as Pneumococcal, Shingles, RSV, Covid and Flu vaccinations for young people and adults. Vaccinations are delivered in health centres, community clinics, schools, care homes and patients' homes across the Scottish Borders. An observation of a baby and pre-school vaccination session will be part of the interview process.
Excellent communication skills and a strong approach to teamwork are vital for this role. The ability to work independently is also a key skill for this role. You should be able to demonstrate a well-developed understanding of our core values and beliefs in order to deliver an efficient service and a high standard of quality care.
Please note: We cannot accept late applications, so please ensure your application is submitted early.
Salary note: The salary quoted is for full-time hours (37 hours per week). For appointments to part-time hours, the salary will be pro-rata.
Criminal records check: Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check. If the post is assessed as a 'regulated role', appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
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* Hospitals and Health Care
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