The post holder will be required to - : Prepare and administer immunisations/vaccinations safely and competently in accordance with professional accountability local/national standards and guidelines. Competent and skilled in the administration of injectable intramuscular vaccines as well as the administration of nasal flu vaccine. Respond to clinical emergencies (anaphylaxis) initiating basic life support to ensure emergency procedures are executed and reported in accordance with national and local policy. Plan and co-ordinate clinic immunisation sessions and home visits.
Assess children and young people to ensure their inclusion for immunisation/vaccination programmes meets the required criteria for administration under a Patient Group Directive (PGD). Ensure Cold Chain is managed in in accordance with maintaining the cold chain of medicines policy and audit/records are maintained. Compliance with the medicines management standards throughout the process including robust awareness of immunisation history and contraindications to vaccination. Assess and engage professional judgement to ensure parent / carer / young persons consent is informed in accordance with national and local policy/guidelines.
Support parent / carer / children and young peoples sensitivity to ensure their inclusion complies with equal opportunities and diversity. Assess and signpost children and young people to the appropriate named Health Together practitioner where additional advice and support is indicated for identified health needs. Please do not apply on NHS jobs, use the link below to apply for this role: https://hr.breathehr.com/v/bank-super-vaccinator-42734
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