Specialist Community Public Health Nurse School Nurse (5-19)

The Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) - School Nurse, will work closely with the SCPHN Health Visitors to lead the delivery of the 5-19 Healthy Child Service within the Local Area Team (LAT), under the leadership of the Healthy Child Service Manager, working collaboratively and with partner agencies to deliver a holistic service which promotes healthy living and provides advice and support about health issues for school aged children. The work of the service is based on proven public health evidence and will be directed by priorities identified through the local Joint Strategic Needs Assessment. Job description Job responsibilities The Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) - School Nurse, will work closely with the SCPHN Health Visitors to lead the delivery of the 5-19 Healthy Child Service within the Local Area Team (LAT), under the leadership of the Healthy Child Service Manager, working collaboratively and with partner agencies to deliver a holistic service which promotes healthy living and provides advice and support about health issues for school aged children. The work of the service is based on proven public health evidence and will be directed by priorities identified through the local Joint Strategic Needs Assessment.