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Immunisation Nurse/Midwife
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 9 day(s) ago
Reference: 2440430
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and highly organised registered Nurse or Midwife to facilitate the safe delivery of the maternity immunisation programme, which includes the roll out of the RSV vaccination.
The post holder will work as part of a dynamic Team delivering a safe and effective vaccination service for pregnant women/people at Liverpool Women`s Hospital .The successful candidate will lead on the provision of the maternity immunisation service for the delivery of the RSV, influenza and pertussis vaccinations.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of a dynamic team delivering a flexible, safe and effective vaccination service for pregnant women as part of Liverpool Women`s Vaccination Programme.
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
At Liverpool Women's Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.
We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes usthespecialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
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Details
Date posted
21 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share
Reference number
159-LWH-234-26
Job locations
Liverpool Women`s Hospital Crown street
Crown Street Liverpool
Liverpool
L8 7SS
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional
1. Observe the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of professional standards that nurses, midwives and nursing associates must uphold in order to be registered to practise.
2. Competent in all aspects of immunisation including knowledge of contraindications to specific vaccines and the recognition and treatment of anaphylaxis.
3. Promote professional behaviour by example.
4. Be visible and accessible to service user their families and staff, ensuring all women and their families have the opportunity to seek information, help and support.
5. Advocate for woman and empower them to promote their own health and well-being.
6. Commitment to providing non-discriminating and non-judgemental care.
Please see job description for further detail.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional
1. Observe the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of professional standards that nurses, midwives and nursing associates must uphold in order to be registered to practise.
2. Competent in all aspects of immunisation including knowledge of contraindications to specific vaccines and the recognition and treatment of anaphylaxis.
3. Promote professional behaviour by example.
4. Be visible and accessible to service user their families and staff, ensuring all women and their families have the opportunity to seek information, help and support.
5. Advocate for woman and empower them to promote their own health and well-being.
6. Commitment to providing non-discriminating and non-judgemental care.
Please see job description for further detail.
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team
- Excellent communication skills
- IT literate
- Understanding of Confidentiality and data protection
- A proactive approach to promoting and developing the delivery of the vaccinations within the Trust and to external organisations
- Interest and enthusiasm in vaccinations
- Ability to work independently, but also to make a judgement on when to refer to a senior member of the team
Qualifications & Learning
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse Midwife
- Clear Evidence of recent continued professional development
Desirable
- Previous Vaccination experience
- Experience in administration of vaccination / IM medication
- Vaccination qualifications
- First Aid Training
- Anaphylaxis training
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of statutory regulations governing nursing and Midwifery
- Awareness of Health & Safety issues
- Willing to work in other areas of the Trust or Trustwide as and when required to do so
- Responsibility to promote the welfare of all children, young people and adults and to keep them safe and to practise in a way that protects them from potential harm or abuse
- To have knowledge of, and follow local policies and procedures regarding acting appropriately to protect vulnerable adults and children at risk
- Excellent record keeping skills, to comply with NMC guidelines
Desirable
- Previous experience with immunisation programmes
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team
- Excellent communication skills
- IT literate
- Understanding of Confidentiality and data protection
- A proactive approach to promoting and developing the delivery of the vaccinations within the Trust and to external organisations
- Interest and enthusiasm in vaccinations
- Ability to work independently, but also to make a judgement on when to refer to a senior member of the team
Qualifications & Learning
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse Midwife
- Clear Evidence of recent continued professional development
Desirable
- Previous Vaccination experience
- Experience in administration of vaccination / IM medication
- Vaccination qualifications
- First Aid Training
- Anaphylaxis training
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of statutory regulations governing nursing and Midwifery
- Awareness of Health & Safety issues
- Willing to work in other areas of the Trust or Trustwide as and when required to do so
- Responsibility to promote the welfare of all children, young people and adults and to keep them safe and to practise in a way that protects them from potential harm or abuse
- To have knowledge of, and follow local policies and procedures regarding acting appropriately to protect vulnerable adults and children at risk
- Excellent record keeping skills, to comply with NMC guidelines
Desirable
- Previous experience with immunisation programmes
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Liverpool Women`s Hospital Crown street
Crown Street Liverpool
Liverpool
L8 7SS
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Liverpool Women`s Hospital Crown street
Crown Street Liverpool
Liverpool
L8 7SS
United Kingdom