Vaccination Nurse
Job summary
Vaccination Nurse
37.5 hours per week (Part time hours available)
Permanent
Salary: £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata
Closing Date: Tuesday 20th October 2026
Interview Date: Monday 16th November 2026
**This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly. **
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- An exciting opportunity has risen at the George Eliot Hospital trust vaccination Centre, for a registered Nurse, preferably with up-to-date immunisation experience. To work as part of a dynamic team to provide a safe and efficient service for the delivery of vaccinations across the trust.
- The post holder will support the vaccine lead with improving the uptake rate and safe delivery of the vaccination Programme within the hospital setting, contributing towards the public health agenda by improving health outcomes for staff and patients.
- We welcome applications from Health professionals who are passionate about public health.
- The vaccine centre is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 7:30 to 18:00 and Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30 to 15:30.
Main duties of the job
- Applicants should be well organised with excellent communication Skills and good IT skills.
- To deliver vaccines across the Trust site to maternity, occupational Health and seasonal Vaccine clinics (to include covid and flu).
- Follow Patient Group Directions (PGD) Patient Specific Directions, (PSD) and standard operating procedures (SOP).
- Effectively use IT support systems to enhance direct and indirect care delivery and to scope and implement paperless service.
- Ensure they are up to date with any changes to practice and procedures (PGD, Green Book and National guidance).
- Work with Pharmacy to ensure adequate vaccine stock is available, and vaccine cold chain policy is adhered to, to ensure safe storage, administration and disposal of the vaccines.
- Ensure clinic rooms and equipment within own area are prepared and sufficient stock of clinic supplies are available.
About us
Here at George Eliot our vision to ' excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:
E ffective Open Communication
e x cellence and safety in everything we do
C hallenge but support
E xpect respect and dignity
L ocal health that inspires confidence
Benefits: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, in house training and development, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
If you are applying for a Domestic Assistant or Health Care Assistant role you may be eligible for the refer a friend scheme - find out more here: https://www.geh.nhs.uk/about-us/people-and-workforce/vacancies/refer-friend-scheme
Job description
Job responsibilities
Communication Skills and Working Relationships
- Work with vaccination lead to plan, communicate, promote and conduct clinical assessments and vaccination delivery in various GEH vaccination clinic settings.
- Maintain a good standard of communication with the multi-disciplinary team and respect the confidentiality of patients, relatives and colleagues.
- Recognise and manage barriers to communication to enable the post holder to effectively help and support staff and patients.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex information effectively with ward / department staff when delivering vaccination sessions.
- Support the vaccination team by providing and sharing feedback, sharing decision making, planning work and assisting with audits.
- Report any adverse reactions or concerns to senior team members.
- Maintain accurate and contemporaneous documentation to ensure timely and effective.
- Have good communication skills and use empathy and reassurance where there are significant barriers to understanding.
- Demonstrate Trust values and challenge any non-compliance if witnessed.
For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
- 6 Months post registration experience
- Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well as a team member
- Demonstrates initiative and potential ability to work without direct supervision, problem solve and prioritise own work. Demonstrates potential to develop planning and organisational skills
- Able to make judgements based on evidence-based practice and translate this for use in the work environment
- Experience of delivering vaccinations (eg Practice nurse, Travel vaccine nurse, OH nurse, School based vaccine team)
- Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility dependent upon work priorities
- To be able to demonstrate understanding of current developments in the NHS and their implications for nursing and quality care for clients'/service users
- Ability to practice independently, ability to take responsibility and show evidence of leadership skills
Qualification(s) and Professional Training
- Registered Nurse level 1
- Evidence of continuing professional development within the last 12 months ( Immunisation modules, travel vaccine qualification)
- Hold/be working towards an 'NMC approved' mentoring qualification or have a planned start date for this
Skills and Abilities
- Safe use and disposal of sharps
- Transport of Vaccine equipment when roaming around hospital during seasonal vaccination programmes
- Ability to competently handle, prepare and administer vaccinations efficiently
- Good IT skills and understanding of different Vaccine systems ( RAVS, Badger, Cority)
Personal Qualities
- Physically capable of performing the role and responsibilities expected of the post holder
- Interest in public Health
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust
Address
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust
college street, Nuneaton CV10 7DJ
nuneaton
CV10 7DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.geh.nhs.uk/