Immunisation Nurse - Lead Vaccinator

• Join a team that delivers a safe and comprehensive immunisation program to the community.
• Part time, permanent ongoing position
• $52.77 - $54.25 per hour + Superannuation
• Availability for evening and weekend shifts is required

About the role
The role of Immunisation Nurse - Lead Vaccinator is to oversee the Glen Eira Council immunisation program in accordance with Glen Eira City Council immunisation policy and Australian Immunisation legislative requirements. You will participate in the promotion of the service and oversee the team comprising of both administration and clinical staff.
You will be part of the Family, Youth and Children's Services Department - a team who are passionate about the best outcomes for children, young people, and families in Glen Eira through advocating, collaborating, and providing high quality services.
Other responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Provide clinical advice on immunisation programs, legislative requirements, and government policies.
• Attend all immunisation sessions and administer/assist in the administration of vaccines.
• Oversee “catch up” immunisation requests and assess vaccination records to determine future vaccinations required.
• Liaise with schools, kindergartens and Maternal and Child Health nurses in relation to matters concerning immunisation.
• Attend Glen Eira City Council Immunisation team meetings
• Ensure all health and safety responsibilities are maintained.

About you
As a registered Immunisation Nurse with proven leadership skills, you will have excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with a broad range of people within our community. You will be innovative in the way you lead the team and be passionate about continuous improvement and best practice. Following on from a recent service review, you will be excited about implementing change and collaborating with the broader department and other Council units to deliver a contemporary and high-quality service.
The following is also required:

• Tertiary qualifications; current registration as a Registered Nurse with Nurse Immuniser Accreditation within the State of Victoria.
• Fulfil AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency) requirements for annual CPD (continuous professional development) hours
• Current CPR Certificate
• Current Managing Immunisation Emergencies Certificate
• Current Working with Children Check
• Certificate Department of Human Services for approval to administer vaccinations in accordance with Regulation 5(4) of the Drugs, Poisons and Controlled Substances Regulations 1995
• Current driver's license
• Experience in local government immunisation service delivery (desirable)
• Previous Leadership experience (desirable)

Important Information
This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check, Employee Working with Children Check, Pre-employment medical and proof of three COVID-19 vaccinations or authorised medical exemption (in accordance with Council's COVID-19 Protective Behaviours Policy) prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.
Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.
Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.
Employee Benefits
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We offer will offer you:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council's extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Position Description
How to apply
Please attach your resume and answer the following screening questions relating to availability.
For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Leanne Baxter-Smith, Senior Coordinator Independent Living Services on 0481 910 110 or email lbaxter-smith@gleneira.vic.gov.au
Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:

• Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.
• Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including: people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
• Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact Grant Lea our Aboriginal Community Officer on T: or E:
We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.