About this role
Job summary
The role will be supporting our Antenatal Day Services to deliver the maternity immunisation programme to pregnant women as well as other antenatal outpatient activity to those attending the Antenatal Day Services at North West Anglia Foundation Trust (Main base: Hinchingbrooke Hospital).
Main duties of the job
To provide Maternity vaccinations including but not exclusive to Flu and Pertussis vaccinations. To assist the Antenatal Day Services department with the delivery of intravenous infusions, preoperative assessments and anti D administration as required. Contribute to supporting the clinical areas as required. The post holder in carrying out their duties will occasionally be exposed to blood, urine and other bodily fluids and should ensure they are up to date with all immunisations and adhere to strict infection control practice and uniform policy. Provide pre and post vaccination counselling. To be prepared to work flexibly pan site as required to cover service needs.
About us
We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
Registered NMC Nurse or Midwife Educated to degree level or equivalent Current professional portfolio demonstrating ongoing professional development and further education
Desirable
Immunisation knowledge and skills framework competencies
Experience Essential
Minimum of 2 years Nursing experience Evidence of relevant clinical update, including Nursing mandatory skills & drills and other regulatory mandatory training Have worked in a multi-agency approach Use of computerised information systems
Desirable
Experience/education in specialist subject Vaccination
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of NMC rules and standards Ability to demonstrate understanding of professional accountability and clinical governance
Desirable
Aware of current research / reports / guidelines relating to immunisation and public health
Key Skills Essential
Able to carry out the full range of nursing skills in accordance with job description Effective organisational, time management and prioritisation skills Able to practise in all clinical areas in accordance with NMC Rules and Standards Well -developed interpersonal skills Excellent verbal and professional standard written, presentation and communication skills Computer literate, including analysis of data Able to support others and mentor in the learning environment Ability to maintain and present data relating to this area of service Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives cultural, religious and emotional needs and beliefs
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address Peterborough City Hospital
Bretton Gate
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)