Public Health Staff Nurse
Location
Smethwick, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
6/19/2025
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Description
The post holder will work on site to lead on the safe administration of BCG vaccine of babies up to the age of 12 months in the maternity unit, and will ensure there is onward referral to TB nurse as appropriate. The post holder will need to check results for the eligible babies prior to the booking of appointments and ensure correct referrals of babies into the service. Training will be given to the postholder to ensure correct administration of the vaccine.
The post holder will also need access to a number of databases to document the administration of the vaccine and reposond to queries from NHSe.
The main duties will involve safe administration of vaccines predomeinenetly BCG vaccine to Newborns within the 28 day KPI. The post holder will administer the vaccine under a PGD that has developed for use. Knowledge of using a PGD is desirable however training will be given.
The post holder will be expected to demonstrate concise, accurate, timely record keeping and provide skilled, evidence-based care which adheres to agreed Trust policies and procedures. Ability to write and evaluate simple reports and record immunisations acurrately on the data bases that are used.
Ensuring that the vaccination is prepared and of the correct dosage prior to administration adhering to the NMC code fo conduct around medicine managemrnt.
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country – one of the country’s most culturally diverse areas. It’s a friendly and welcoming place – a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values – Ambition, Respect and Compassion – are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to “Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population.” It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It’s what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we’re ‘with you all the way’ we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Natalie Bullock Job title: Antenatal services matron Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 07971875301
The post holder will also need access to a number of databases to document the administration of the vaccine and reposond to queries from NHSe.
The main duties will involve safe administration of vaccines predomeinenetly BCG vaccine to Newborns within the 28 day KPI. The post holder will administer the vaccine under a PGD that has developed for use. Knowledge of using a PGD is desirable however training will be given.
The post holder will be expected to demonstrate concise, accurate, timely record keeping and provide skilled, evidence-based care which adheres to agreed Trust policies and procedures. Ability to write and evaluate simple reports and record immunisations acurrately on the data bases that are used.
Ensuring that the vaccination is prepared and of the correct dosage prior to administration adhering to the NMC code fo conduct around medicine managemrnt.
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country – one of the country’s most culturally diverse areas. It’s a friendly and welcoming place – a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values – Ambition, Respect and Compassion – are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to “Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population.” It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It’s what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we’re ‘with you all the way’ we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Natalie Bullock Job title: Antenatal services matron Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 07971875301
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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