Description
Newham is an incredibly diverse borough with a very young population and is experiencing considerable regeneration as part of the Olympic legacy. There are over 86,000 children and young people in Newham and we want each of them to have the same life chances as young people in other parts of London.
The post is for a Student Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) in School Nursing, working towards gaining the standards of proficiency for entry to the NMC register/recordable for SCPHN. The successful candidate will be sponsored to complete the SCPHN qualification at level 7, to become a Health Visitor and School Nurse, and will be paid PO1 which is AFC Band 5 equivalent.
Main duties of the job
- Enrolment on a NMC-approved SCPHN School Nursing postgraduate programme
- Commitment to complete both academic study and supervised practice placement during the 52-week (full-time) course
- Ability to meet academic demands including assignments, presentations, critical reflections, case studies, and potentially a public health project
- Proficient in written and verbal English communication, with strong academic writing and skills for critical analysis
- During the training year, students are placed in community settings across Newham and are expected to engage fully with the practical training under the supervision of a qualified practice assessor and supervisor
Job responsibilities
- To attain the academic credentials and the clinical skills required to practice as a NMC registered Specialist Community Public Health Nurse on a defined pathway
- To fulfil the requirements of the Specialist Community Practitioner programme by attending university course dates and practice placement days in accordance with University regulations
- To work with the Practice Supervisor and Practice Assessor to develop the skills and competencies to achieve NMC Registration Standards for Specialist Community Practice
- To demonstrate an understanding of current and emerging National, Regional and local healthcare legislation, policies and guidelines as they pertain to chosen pathway
Benefits
- Sponsorship for a Level 7 academic qualification (SCPHN School Nursing)
- Clinical training supported by experienced Practice Assessors and Supervisors
- Exposure to a progressive public health nursing strategy
- Access to a structured preceptorship and CPD programme post-qualification
- Opportunities for career progression in public health nursing