Undertake both routine and specially identified tasks for which the post holder has been trained and assessed as competent
Ensure proper disposal of clinical waste and change of PPE as per local and national guidelines
Confirm the identity of the client, check they are happy to proceed with vaccination. Address any additional questions or refer back to the registered health care professional as appropriate
Ensure that the client is comfortable, offer seat if necessary, encourage them to relax their arm and make sure they are in the most appropriate position to receive the vaccine
Administer the vaccine via the intra muscular route (either client’s upper arm - deltoid muscle or anterio lateral aspect of the thigh if indicated) in accordance with training and local and national protocol, procedures and standards
Immediately observe client’s reaction and if appropriate, direct people to the registered healthcare professional or post vaccination observation area
Be able to respond to and raise issues or concerns with the registered health care professional, supervisor on complications or emergency situations, such as anaphylaxis
Once the vaccination is delivered, dispose clinical and non-clinical waste in bins provided at the station and ensure surfaces are wiped down
Wear adequate PPE equipment in line with current national guidelines. Conduct hand hygiene, either alcohol hand gel or hand washing according to guidance before and after each vaccination
Respond to queries appropriately and liaise with the registered nurse supervisor where necessary to gain further advice or information
Responsibilities for patient care
Administration of the vaccine to already consented and assessed individuals
Assess the client’s readiness for vaccination
Address any concerns and ensure consent and clinical assessment has already taken place
Check vaccine before administration and report any concerns i.e. about the syringe/needle/dose to the registered nurse supervisor. Cross check that vaccine batch numbers are recorded under the correct client
Disposal of syringes and sharps as per the clinical waste policy
Take on accountability for administration of the vaccine under the national protocol, once drawn up and clinical assessment carried out including issuing of the vaccine card to client and reminder of second dose if appropriate
