School Nurses are registered nurses who have completed additional training to become Specialist Community Public Health Nurses (SCPHN) in School Nursing. They lead and deliver the Healthy Child programme thereby improving outcomes for children, young people and families.
They work with children and young people (and their families) from 5-19 years of age and are supported by their Team Leaders, colleague Health Visitors, School Nurses, Staff Nurses and Community Health workers. They work with schools and multi-agency partners, identifying needs and providing early intervention preventative support and advice.
They contribute to the Public Health Agenda, meet Public Health targets and reduce health inequalities in partnership with key agencies meeting the national agenda. They promote the protection of children, adhering to the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board policies and procedures.
We are currently recruiting for the following roles:
| Specialist Community Public Health Nurse – School Nurse (North Devon) – Ref. 5757 Salary: £35,392 to £42,618 per annum Closing date: 18/03/2024 Apply here |
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