Community Staff Nurse 0-19 Health Visiting

Community Staff Nurse 0-19 Health Visiting

We have fantastic full- or part-time opportunities for degree-educated registered nurses and midwives seeking a new challenge and career progression with an "outstanding" Trust. You will become a valuable member of the 0-19 Children and Young People service in Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be a Registered Nurse in the 0-19 public health team, under the line management of the Health Visitor. Responsibilities include managing a delegated caseload, carrying out specific episodes of care and interventions for children, families, and carers, and working in partnership with the Multi-Disciplinary Team and other agencies to ensure high standards of care.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. Engaged employees contribute to a positive environment that benefits our patients. We promote Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) through various initiatives, networks, and programs aimed at improving representation, access, and staff experience.

Job responsibilities

The post involves supporting delivery of 0-19 Universal Services, health promotion, managing workload, participating in safeguarding and health needs assessments, liaising with agencies, and delivering evidence-based interventions. The role emphasizes development and ongoing training within a supportive environment.

Your will be required to:

• Support delivery of 0-19 Universal Services and the Healthy Child Programme
• Assist junior staff and participate in health education and promotion activities
• Manage your workload under supervision
• Report incidents and participate in team meetings
• Assess health needs, monitor child health, and involve carers in promoting health
• Collaborate with statutory and voluntary agencies, maintaining good relationships and making referrals as appropriate
• Follow safeguarding protocols, including action in cases of suspected child abuse
• Undertake health needs assessments for Looked After Children
• Assist in clinics, immunizations, developmental assessments, and health promotion activities
• Participate in clinical supervision and be flexible with working hours

The post holder will:

• Be a registered practitioner accountable for own actions, with current NMC registration
• Communicate effectively to aid care planning
• Manage workload and evaluate care regularly

Person Specification Qualifications and Training

• RN/RMN/RSCN/RNLD
• Current NMC Registration
• Post-registration education and mentorship qualification

Experience

• Commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork
• Interest in public health and community nursing
• Understanding of safeguarding and immunization training
• Experience in community nursing and clinical governance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position requires a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per annum plus HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible, Compressed hours