Job description

Job responsibilities

The staff nurse will accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the NIC.Maintaining the philosophy, policies, standards of care and morale of the department, whilst also being aware of the importance of the role in supporting members of the emergency team, in line with the trusts PROUD values.S/he will strive to deliver high standards of care to patients and their carersS/he will continue to develop, practice and expand own general and specialist nursing skills.S/he will work with colleagues to ensure high standards of nursing care in the department.S/he will maintain high standards of professional and ethical responsibility, and be aware of medico-legal aspects of the emergency department.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Childrens Nurse
• Level 3 Safeguarding

Desirable

• PILS certificate or proof of up-to-date BLS
• Mentoring/Assessing qualification or willingness to undertake.

Experience

Essential

• Paediatric Nurse

Desirable

• Evidence of further study.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• IV competent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Monitor and accurately document any changes in clients mental state, physical wellbeing, mood, behaviour, and overall presentation, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Provide person-centred care in accordance with agreed care plans, MDT decisions, and organisational policies.
• Maintain awareness of the Mental Health Act (MHA) and ensure care is delivered safely, lawfully, and respectfully.
• Communicate clearly and professionally through verbal, written, telephone, and face-to-face interactions.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including: Personal hygiene and grooming, Nutrition and fluid intake, Dressing and laundry, Maintaining a clean and safe personal environment, Sleep and rest routines, Mobility and physical activity, Toileting and elimination needs
• Respect and promote each clients individuality, dignity, privacy, cultural background, values, sexuality, and spiritual beliefs.
• Encourage participation in meaningful social, therapeutic, and recreational activities to promote wellbeing and recovery.
• Build professional and therapeutic relationships with clients while maintaining clear professional boundaries at all times.
• Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care and recovery plans.
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff, MDT members, external agencies, carers, and other professionals to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Carry out escort duties for clients attending appointments, activities, or leave arrangements as directed by the nurse in charge.
• Conduct observations in accordance with individual care plans, client risk levels, and HPT Trust policies.
• Participate in and, where appropriate, co-facilitate therapeutic groups and structured engagement activities.
• Undertake and accurately record physical observations, including: Blood pressure, Temperature, Pulse, Respirations, Blood glucose monitoring, Urinalysis, Weight and height measurements
• Promptly report all physical observation results, concerns, or abnormalities to the nurse in charge.
• Complete all mandatory training requirements, including the Care Certificate Induction Programme where applicable.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• An NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care is desirable

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as a paid or unpaid carer

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Farnham Road and Silverwood

Guildford & Chertsey

GU2 7LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To undertake comprehensive assessments of service users physical, psychological, social and emotional needs, and to develop, implement and regularly review individualised care plans.

• To lead the clinical management of a designated group of service users, coordinating care delivery and prioritising clinical needs to ensure safe and effective outcomes.

• To coordinate the clinical environment on a shift-by-shift basis, ensuring appropriate staffing, delegation of duties and continuity of care.

• To observe, report and accurately document changes in service users physical condition, mental state and behaviour, escalating concerns appropriately.

• To work collaboratively with the MDT, including medical staff, allied health professionals, social care and external agencies, contributing to care planning and review.

• To maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant mental health and learning disability legislation, national guidance, Trust policies and evidence-based practice, applying this to clinical decision-making.

• To identify, provide and supervise the delivery of physical care to support activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, nutrition and hydration, mobility, manual handling, elimination, sleep and rest, and maintaining a safe personal environment.

• To undertake and supervise prescribed physical health observations, including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood glucose monitoring, urinalysis, weight and height, reporting and acting on abnormal findings.

• To ensure the safe and accurate administration of prescribed medication in line with Trust policy, and to monitor and document therapeutic effects and adverse reactions.

• To provide therapeutic interventions, emotional support and stability to service users, promoting engagement, recovery and independence while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

• To act in a manner that respects and promotes service users individuality, cultural background, values, sexuality and spiritual beliefs, challenging and addressing any behaviour that undermines equality and diversity.

• To supervise, mentor and support junior staff and students, facilitating learning opportunities and ensuring they are actively engaged in patient care and therapeutic activities.

• To create and maintain effective professional relationships with colleagues, other professionals and external agencies to support integrated care and positive service user outcomes.

• To work within Trust and professional guidelines relating to consent, capacity and safeguarding, ensuring service users rights and best interests are upheld.

• To demonstrate an understanding of the range of therapeutic interventions available, the supporting evidence base and potential outcomes for service users, applying this knowledge to practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registration RMN

Desirable

• Mentorship qualification

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience: either 6 months' experience or successful completion of preceptorship

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Farnham Road and Silverwood

Guildford & Chertsey

GU2 7LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

The post holder will work as a senior member of the District Nursing Team collaborating with the Team Leader (caseload holder) and support the provision of clinical leadership within the team. A key feature of the role is to support the proactive management of patients with complex or higher acuity conditions on the District Nursing Caseload. This will include collaborating with other members of the multi-disciplinary team involved in the patients care to establish a person-centred approach to management of health/social care needs, that also promotes self-management.

The post holder will be responsible for an identified cohort of patients with higher acuity needs within District Nursing Team caseload as identified by the District Nurse Team Leader. They will use extended clinical skills and expert knowledge to assess the physical and psycho social needs of a defined patient group, instigating therapeutic treatments based on best available evidence in order to improve health outcomes. In doing so, they will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate patient centred programmes of care ensuring that they practice within their sphere of competence and knowledge. The post holder will work to professional and NMC codes, standards and guidance at all times ensuring that their practice is based on the most up to date evidence-based theory and practical knowledge. They will be responsible for developing new and innovative clinical practices responding to emerging knowledge and techniques and working with the District Nurse Coordinator, Team Leader and other, services, where appropriate to make improvements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Clinical

1.1. Demonstrates a detailed theoretical and practical knowledge of common aetiologies, pathologies, conditions, and presentations involving a critical understanding of theories and principles.

1.2. Be proficient in core skills required to deliver care within a district nursing service such as tissue viability, palliative/end of life care, diabetes management.

1.3. Demonstrate innovative and specialist skills required for assessment and interpretation of complex patient conditions and determining the appropriate course of action.

1.4. Select methods and tools to holistically assess, plan, implement and evaluate in a complex patient condition.

1.5. Analyse and act appropriately in complex situation and escalate wherever applicable e.g., to District Nurse Coordinator, Team leader, Safeguarding Lead, GP.

1.6. Make judgements on complex facts requiring interpretation and comparing treatment/management options ensuring clinical reasoning is reflected accurately in case records.

1.7. Aim to promote community care delivered at home, thus preventing unnecessary admissions to hospital and reduction in length of hospital in-patient stays.

1.8. Engage and actively involve the individual and, if appropriate, their family/carer, in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of treatment and/or care by using person-centred techniques to promote a culture of involvement and empowerment

1.9. Works to standards of proficiency identified by their professional and regulatory bodies performing clinical treatments/procedures to a competent standard.

1.10. Prioritises their own workload and support the Team Leader with allocation and workload management of the wider team, within agreed objectives deciding when to refer to others as appropriate.

1.11. Provide and receive complex, sensitive, or contentious information where motivational, persuasive, empathetic, negotiating and reassurance skills are required whilst demonstrating an understanding of barriers to communication.

1.12. Approach each individual with care, compassion and sensitivity ensuring that these values are reflected in all areas of practice including the management of any complaints and compliments.

1.13. To comply with the organisations Infection Prevention and Control requirements, including bare below the elbows dress code for staff with a direct care delivery role

2. Leadership

2.1. Deputise for the Team Leader at internal and external meetings when required.

2.2. Support the Team Leader in developing effective lines of communication that ensures that the team are aware of the Trusts strategic direction and local business plan objectives and performance targets.

2.3. Ensures that a professional service and image is maintained at all times, thereby acting as a role model to all staff promoting a positive image of community nursing.

2.4. Provides a leadership style which is underpinned by strongly held values around equality, diversity, and openness; effectively builds and maintains relationships with the wider team, management teams and other key individuals across the organisation.

2.5. Provide an educational role for patients, carers, and new team members.

2.6. Demonstrates the ability to delegate, organise and prioritise workload to ensure the safe delivery of care to an identified cohort of patients including the management of referrals and discharges using locally agreed support mechanisms e.g., on call manager and making judgements in complex situations.

2.7. Demonstrates clinical leadership, initiative, and creativity in identifying and supporting projects inspiring others to be positive in their contribution to continuous improvement.

2.8. Demonstrates resilience when responding to challenge, change and complex or difficult situations.

2.9. Ensures that all objectives, for self and those directly supervised by the post holder, are clearly defined within the wider Directorate framework and in line with Trusts objectives, using the appraisal process as a vehicle for this.

2.10. Takes responsibility for their own and others health and safety in the working environment.

2.11. To support the Team Leader in the management of higher acuity patients and leading on the assessment care planning and ongoing management of an identified cohort of patients.

2.12. Collaborate with primary care, secondary care and social services and other colleagues to plan and implement treatment as required.

3. Learning and Development

3.1. Undertakes any training required to develop and maintain their proficiency in response to changes in service delivery or new and emerging techniques and demonstrate competence within professional body requirements.

3.2. Reflects on and evaluates own practice and identifies areas of development by setting appropriate objectives via appraisal and clinical supervision.

3.3. Conducts research projects, or other research and development activity, appropriate to clinical area.

3.4. Undertakes supervision and is responsible for teaching and training both inside and outside work area.

3.5. Supporting the Team leaders with the learning and development of others including students and preceptees providing supervision and mentorship to junior staff.

3.6. Support the Team Leader in reporting and investigating complaints and incidents.

4. Partnership and Team Working

4.2. Explores the potential for collaborative working and takes opportunities to initiate and sustain such relationships to improve and develop service delivery.

4.3. Actively contributes to the multi-disciplinary team supporting the patient including communication with external care providers, voluntary support services and other agencies; acting as a credible source of information for other agencies/professionals involved in the care as required.

5. Innovation and Quality

5.1. Implements, monitors, and maintains agreed standards of care, reporting to the Team Leader/District Nurse Coordinator when standards are not met.

5.2. Implements policies relevant to service area and supports the Team Leader to ensure team members are aware of policy requirements.

5.3. Identifies areas for improvement within own team and proactively addresses these with the support of the Team Leader/District Nurse Coordinator within the overall organisational governance frameworks and corporate objectives reflecting the changing needs of the population, local and national initiatives.

5.4. Actively works to continually improve the quality of own service area within the overall organisational governance frameworks and corporate objectives e.g., through audit or suggesting changes to practice.

5.5. Contributes to and undertakes clinical audit.

5.6. Works with District Nurse Coordinators, Team Leaders, and other key colleagues to identify, manage and minimise risks within the overall organisational risk management frameworks. This includes understanding and applying knowledge of clinical role in safeguarding and an active involvement in incident management processes.

5.7. Acts as an advocate for patients and their families/carers recognising the boundaries of their clinical knowledge; liaising and referring on to other services / agencies as required.

5.8. Ensures that patient experience is core to all clinical care delivered and gaining support from the appropriate corporate teams as required.

5.9. Actively ensures completion of required data in a timely manner to meet the Quality Framework requirements, outcome measures and best practice standards in order to deliver an effective, high-quality service.

Please see attached Full Job Description.

Person Specification

Relationships

Essential

• If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.

Right to Work

Essential

• Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
• If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for the role.

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in the clinical field or a closely related clinical area as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in supervising and delegating to other members of staff.
• Experience of clinical leadership skills e.g., leading/supervising junior staff and students.
• Working in community setting.

Desirable

• Working in primary care-based teams
• Experience of acting in an advocate/champion role

Practical and Intellectual Skills

Essential

• Specialist assessment, planning and evaluation skills.
• Complex analytical and creative problem-solving skills in unpredictable situations
• Leadership skills and excellent decision-making capabilities.
• Competent IT skills in order to collect and interpret data, present reports, and compile simple presentations.
• Effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills including communicating complex or potentially distressing information to patients / carers and managing conflict when appropriate.
• Risk assessment skills
• Reflective practice skills able to give clear and effective feedback.
• Able to research, understand and evaluate evidence in order to contribute to practice development

Desirable

• Experience in research and/or clinical audit
• Workload management including delegation of tasks and day-to-day team leadership.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Post Graduate qualification in specialist field or working towards
• Evidence of proficiency in core skills required for delivery of care within a district nursing service such as, tissue viability, palliative care, diabetes management.
• Mentorship qualification / skills and/or experience or committed to undertaking appropriate mentorship programme.
• Evidence of continual professional development

Desirable

• Mentorship qualification or equivalent
• Non-medical prescribing
• Formal qualifications in:
• Clinical examination
• Clinical Skills
• Tissue Viability
• Palliative Care
• Diabetes management
• Frailty

Knowledge and Understanding

Essential

• Detailed theoretical and clinical knowledge appropriate to District Nursing service
• Knowledge of relevant current issues in health and social care, ethics, and innovation
• Demonstrates awareness of limits to knowledge base

Desirable

• Application of clinical governance and quality measures in practice

Attitude and Behaviour

Essential

• Displays care, compassion, sensitivity, and responsiveness to other peoples feelings and needs.
• Able to work as part of a team, co-operating to work together and in conjunction with others and willing to help and assist wherever possible and appropriate appreciating the value of diversity in the workplace.
• Able to develop, establish and maintain positive relationships with others both internal and external to the organisation and with patients and their careers.
• Able to work under pressure, dealing with peaks and troughs in workload managing unpredictable service demands.
• Positive and flexible attitude to dealing with change explore new ways of doing things and approaches.
• Able to respond to the changing needs of the patient in a proficient and timely manner.
• Demonstrates values consistent with those of the Trust.
• Ability and willingness to adopt a flexible approach to work on the occasions it may be required.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)

Address

Grappenhall Clinic

Springfield Avenue

Warrington

Cheshire

WA4 2NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://northcheshireandmersey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Practice autonomously, taking responsibility and accountability for delivering safe, compassionate, and person-centred care.
• Ensure that patient care is delivered to a high standard, efficiently and effectively, reflecting the values and ethos of The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
• Assess patients care needs and independently plan, implement, and evaluate care programmes without direct supervision.

Please see attached Job description and Person specification for detailed description of duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC PIN Nurse associate

Experience

Essential

• Previous or current experience in a hospital environment
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Evidence of orthopaedic or oncology experience during training or post graduation

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of vital signs monitoring and early identification of patient deterioration (e.g., NEWS2).
• Experience in caring for a group of patients.
• Basic understanding of pain management, wound care, and recovery
• Understanding of the principles of safeguarding in relation to the role

Desirable

• Knowledge of the patient journey from admission to discharge in a same-day care setting.
• Basic understanding of common procedures carried out in a day case unit (e.g., minor surgeries, scopes, infusions).

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and listening.
• Self-motivated to develop personal learning and skills.
• Able to prioritise workload.
• Able to work under pressure.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Orthopaedic Hospital

Bristol Road

Birmingham, Northfield

B31 2AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.roh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a registered nurse, the post holder will work within the 0-19 integrated public health nursing Team to deliver a flexible 8am-8pm service providing access to the Healthy Child Programme for children, young people and families accessing the 0-19 Service.

The post holder will have delegated responsibility for the assessment of Health needs, implementation and evaluation of care as part of the Healthy Child Programme, at community, Universal, Universal Partnership and Universal Partnership Plus level.

This will include children with complex health needs; children/young people who may be presenting with a cause for concern, subject to safeguarding and Children in Care; parents/young people who are experiencing emotional health needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. To support delivery of the Healthy Child Programme using evidence-based practice to actively promote the health of children and young people.
2. To be a named / link nurse for designated schools/ early years settings whilst holding a caseload which incorporates the 4 levels of intervention (Community, Universal, Universal Plus and Universal Partnership Plus).
3. To deliver and engage in health promotion programmes and public health initiatives to prevent ill health, early identification of abnormalities and work with all clients in the 0-19 service and communities to reduce health inequalities as identified within individual Health Plans.
4. To conduct health needs assessments in the home, school, clinics or community settings in a planned programme of care within a variety of settings.
5. Offer appropriate interventions, delivering agreed programmes of care and evaluating the outcomes for the child, young person and family.
6. Plan and implement school entry assessments delegating duties as appropriate.
7. Plan and implement health assessment at transition from primary to secondary school delegating duties as appropriate.

8. Undertake comprehensive health assessments for identified babies, children and young people, including annual and biannual health assessments for those in local authority care in line with the Healthy Child Programme for children 0-19 years of age.

1. Establish clear and effective communication links with children and young

people, parents/carers, education staff, and a range of other professionals

from both voluntary and statutory organisations.

1. Communicate outcomes of assessment and future care planning to the named SCPHN health visitor or SCPHN school nurse
2. Carry out home visits to children and families advising on all aspects of health as appropriate.
3. Participate in health needs assessment of the local community, contributing to the planning, implementation and evaluation of strategies to address unmet health needs.
4. To identify and assess children 0-19 with complex health needs, offering an enhanced integrated service within the multi-agency arena.
5. To assess the needs of children and families following attendance at A&E, discharge from hospital working within trust guidelines.
6. To identify, assess, report and work independently with oversight from the SCPHN School Nurse or SCPHN Health Visitor to safeguard and protect the health and wellbeing of children and young people working within safeguarding policies and guidelines. To attend Child Protection case conferences and other meetings as appropriate.
7. To provide on-going support for children and young people in care including the statutory health assessment and on-going review.
8. Listen appropriately and take into account any sensitive issues and communicate these to appropriate persons/agencies ensuring that children are protected and that disclosures are acted upon appropriately.
9. Feedback the views and needs of children/young people, families and schools to the named SCPHN School Nurse/SCPHN Health Visitor as necessary, to enable appropriate interventions to be implemented.
10. Ensure efficient and effective use of resources.
11. Support the delivery of nurse led immunisation programmes as service needs, following patient group directions and actively promoting the National and Local Immunisation Programmes to families.
12. To work in collaboration with other agencies to deliver services to children, young people and their families

Clinical

1. Maintain active status on NMC register acting in accordance with the professional code and guiding documents in adherence with Revalidation Framework.
2. Maintain contemporaneous, factual records in accordance with Trust guidelines and policies.
3. Be aware of current working practices in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
4. Use their own professional judgement to identify solutions to a range of day-to-day problems, seeking advice where appropriate from the SCPHN
5. Manage their time effectively to ensure prioritisation of workload in order to achieve agreed deadlines.
6. Be responsible for own professional updating and keep abreast of current research-based practice.
7. Develop a working knowledge and experience of IT systems
8. Observing the complaints and disciplinary procedures in accordance with the Trust policy.
9. Contribute to clinical audit, research and clinical governance as part of the 0-19 public health nursing Team.
10. Participate in and complete the agreed induction programme for newly appointed staff
11. Manage time with the team leader and team to ensure service is covered.
12. Report sickness absence and return relevant forms to line manager.
13. Maintain portfolio of professional development.

Leadership:

1. Act to maintain an appropriate learning environment to meet the educational and developmental needs of student nurses and other learners as required
2. Support other nurses and staff within the team, including the induction of new staff members. Ensure effective learning experience and opportunities to achieve learning outcomes for skill mix team.
3. Develop and contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to own area of work. Provide advice where services are developing.

Please see full job description attached.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate evidence based clinical practice
• Experience of working with children, young people and their families
• Experience of Multi agency working
• Leading a skill mix team

Desirable

• Experience of delivering childhood immunisation programme
• Working within a community setting
• Experience of using spread-sheets and Databases
• LEO or equivalent

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with NMC - current
• Evidence of recent professional development
• Mentorship (willing to work towards)

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Able to demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding procedures and legislation for children and young people
• Knowledge of the Healthy Child Programme
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of current childhood immunisation programme
• Able to work as an effective team member
• Ability to work independently

Desirable

• Knowledge of current Public Health Outcomes and inequalities

Right to Work

Essential

• Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
• If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for the role.

Relationships

Essential

• If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.

Job Specific Requirements

Essential

• The ability to travel independently throughout the Trust
• The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (BCH)

Address

Spencer House

Dewhurst Road

Birchwood

Warrington

WA3 7PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://northcheshireandmersey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Undertake all duties relating to food service including: Prepare food service areas and equipment e.g. placing equipment ready for use (woks, fryers etc.) Serve food and drinks in patient/staff dining outlets and on the patient meal assembly Ensure a full supply of crockery and cutlery to the restaurant during service hours Deliver and collect meal trolleys to/from wards and departments Deliver catering supplies to wards and departments including call orders Menu collation, picking of all ward food according to menu choice and record information

Undertake preparation of all foodstuffs: Assist in food preparation e.g. peeling vegetables, prepping salad items, traying up and labelling items Assessment of good portion control, manage food waste and appropriate record-keeping Decant chilled food Regeneration of food and garnishing Adhere strictly to standard recipes and production methods, check food and beverages served, for quantity, quality and appearance and maintain correct standards of hygiene and temperature control as per HACCP

Operate cash registers in retail areas, demonstrating due diligence at all times: Undertake cashier duties including receipt and accounting of cash and vouchers, operation of cash register to give correct change, ensuring cash security, maintaining records relating to cash handling, balancing cash takings with till receipts and accounting for differences Comply with all organisational and departmental procedures relating to cash handling and security Replace or refund patients or retail customers to ensure immediate customer satisfaction, escalating to supervisor or manager as required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or Equivalent
• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
• Previous catering experience

Desirable

• Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene or Good knowledge of Food safety and Kitchen hygiene
• Team player

Experience

Essential

• Basic catering experience
• Hygiene COSSH procedures

Desirable

• Experience in healthcare
• Infection prevention and control

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Customer focussed
• Good time management skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Street

Slough, Berkshire

SL2 4HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You don't need previous experience in Continuing Healthcare. We recognise the wealth of knowledge and skills that registered professionals inclusive of Allied Health Professionals/Occupational Therapists, bring from different clinical backgrounds, whether that's acute care, community nursing, mental health or another clinical setting.

This is a fantastic progression opportunity for new and existing colleagues and those looking to develop specialist expertise in complex case management and clinical commissioning. You'll be supported to build your knowledge and confidence while working alongside experienced colleagues who share your commitment to delivering excellent care.

With 9am5pm core hours, flexible working patterns and opportunities to work remotely, this role offers an attractive alternative to traditional shift-based working, combining clinical autonomy, professional development and a better work-life balance.

If you're ready for a new challenge, want to develop your clinical career and would welcome the opportunity to make a real difference to people with complex health and care needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area with up-to-date registration with the relevant regulatory body e.g. Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC).

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a health or care environment (including acute, community, mental health, local authority etc. and evidence of continuing professional development
• Experience and understanding of health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it.

Desirable

• Further training or significant experience in project management and planning, financial management or supporting change management processes.

Skills

Essential

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of current national and local policy/Framework Guidance relating to NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS Funded Nursing Care
• Knowledge and experience of working with Safeguarding issues and Policy guidance
• Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and Best Interests decision making.
• Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence
• Independent thinker, with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Frimley Park Hospital

Portsmouth Road

Frimley

GU16 7UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

Allocating housekeeping staff across wards and departments to ensure efficient service delivery

Maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors

Delivering and managing accredited training programmes, including Train the Trainer and Assessor responsibilities

Supporting staff development through induction, ongoing training, appraisals, and refresher courses

Providing feedback through verbal and written reports following cleanliness and quality audits

Working closely with clinical teams, department managers, and the wider housekeeping team as part of quality assurance

Supporting the Housekeeping Manager and Senior Supervisor with service delivery and resource management

Contributing to staff rotas and ensuring cost-effective use of resources

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housekeeping professional to lead a dedicated team while making a direct contribution to patient experience, safety, and the overall quality of hospital services.

About YouYou will be a confident communicator with strong leadership and organisational skills. You will have experience supervising a team and a passion for delivering a high-quality service. Ideally, you will hold relevant training qualifications and have experience delivering practical and accredited training.

You should also have:

• Previous supervisory experience in a similar environment
• A strong understanding of infection control standards and NHS cleaning protocols
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
• The flexibility to work shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required

Please see job description and person specification for further information.

We reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient applications have been received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualification or knowledge of the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2021 and how they are monitored

Desirable

• Formal qualification in cleaning services i.e BICs or equivalent
• Level 2 or above in allergen training

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in delivering training
• Catering Experience
• Infection Prevention
• Supervisory Experience
• Housekeeping supervisory experience

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Competent to provide staff training
• Basic IT skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft computer software
• Working knowledge of COSHH
• Effective Organisational skills

Desirable

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately both written and verbally
• Knowledge of cleanliness Audit systems
• Knowledge of Linen washing experience
• Knowledge of working in the NHS

Special Requirements

Essential

• Flexible to meet needs of service
• Ability to travel to other Trust sites
• Working hours are scheduled on a rotating rota and include shift work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Frimley Park Hospital

Portsmouth Road

Frimley, Surrey

GU16 7UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information regarding the detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description and person specification documents.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an office or similar environment

Desirable

• Experience of using Video Conferencing Equipment
• Healthcare sector experience

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths pass or equivalent.
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• European Computer Driving License (ECDL).

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Strong communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
• Microsoft Office skills (including, Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Excellent database, IT and typing skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of process mapping.
• Knowledge of in-house Somerset Cancer Register as well as ICE, CRIS etc.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Street

Slough

SL2 4HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
• Ability to work in a team
• Experience with computer systems

Desirable

• Laboratory Experience
• Problem solving
• Willingness to learn

Skills

Essential

• Ability to Communicate within the team to deliver effective service
• Ability to work without supervision
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Manual Dexterity
• Basic use of microsoft word and excel

Desirable

• Basic Blood Science Techniques
• Welsh Speaker

Knowledge

Essential

• Basic Health & Safety
• Basic knowledge of the role

Desirable

• Quality Control and Assurance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ysbyty Gwynedd

Penrhosgarnedd

Bangor

LL57 2PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (NVQ/QCF - Level 3) or a recognised equivalent course
• Willingness to undertake further training as appropriate

Desirable

• GCSE grade 9 - 4 or equivalent in English and Maths
• Registration with the national regulatory body (when it becomes available).

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health or social care setting
• Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of databases.

Desirable

• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience with the NHS patient information database (Rio, CIS)

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of NHS
• Knowledge of multi-agency services available and processes for referral
• Knowledge of the effects of the ageing process and needs of vulnerable adults in relation to their health and well-being
• An awareness of risk management

Desirable

• Previous experience of working on an electronic record system

Key Attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective relationships
• Self-management skills-managing time and workload
• Ability to work in a team and to supervise the work of others
• Ability to analyse, interpret and record data in a clear, and succinct manner
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Flexible about work location - the post holder will be required to travel to other CLCH sites in London
• Appropriate level of physical fitness to perform the job (as outlined in the job description) with or without limitation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Merton Civic Centre 13th Floor

London Road

Morden

SM4 5DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Cygnet Nield House, Crewe, Cheshire

Location: Cygnet Nield House, Barrows Green, Bradfield Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW1 4QWSalary: £13.15 per hour rising to £13.70 after 3 monthsHours: 42 hours per week across a mixed shift pattern (12 hour day and night shifts)Ideal for: Candidates with care experience or transferable skills from people-focused roles.

Are you looking for a rewarding Support Worker job in Crewe where you can use your experience, people skills and compassion to make a real difference?

At Cygnet, our people make all the difference. We value talented, committed colleagues and, wherever possible, support our teams to grow professionally and develop their careers.

We are looking for confident,compassionateand resilient Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care to join our team at Cygnet Nield House in Crewe.

Youll be working42 hoursper week across a mixed 12-hour shift pattern, helping to make a positive difference to the lives of the women in our care.

Whether you have experience in care, mental health, healthcare, support work or residential services, or you bring transferable skills from roles such as customer service, hospitality, retail, education, security, community work or family caring responsibilities, this could be the next step in your career.

Cygnet Nield House is a specialist mental health hospital for women in Crewe, Cheshire. The service supports women aged 18 and over and is split into two distinct wards, each offering specialist mental health care.

Clarion Ward

Clarion Ward is a 14-bed complex personality disorder service for women with a dual diagnosis of personality disorder, with or without co-morbid disorderedeating.

Compton Ward

Compton Ward is a 15-bed acute service for women. The ward provides a safe andstabilisingenvironment for women experiencing an acute episode of mental illness who require an emergency admission.

At Nield House,youllbe part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team helping women feel safe,respectedand empowered as they work towards recovery,independenceand improved wellbeing.

This role is ideal for someone who already has some experience supporting people, or who has developed strong transferable skills in another people-focused environment.

You may have worked as a:

• Support Worker

• Healthcare Assistant

• Mental Health Support Worker

• Care Assistant

• Residential Support Worker

• Recovery Worker

• Teaching Assistant

• Youth Worker

• Customer Service Advisor

• Hospitality or retail colleague

• Security Officer

• Community volunteer

• Family carer

If you are calm under pressure, a goodcommunicatorand passionate about helping people, we can support you to build a meaningful career in health and social care.

As a Support Worker at Cygnet Nield House,youllprovide practical,emotionaland therapeutic support to women with mental health needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Offering enhanced care using a flexible, person-centredapproach

• Providing guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support

• Building positive,professionaland trusting relationships with service users

• Learning abouteach individualsspecific needs and supporting them in the mostappropriate way

• Assistingwith medical and welfare needs

• Reporting medical and welfare concerns asrequired

• Supporting safeguarding practices andmaintainingprofessional boundaries

• Helping tomaintaina safe,cleanand therapeutic environment

• Encouraging independence,confidenceand positive daily routines

• Working closely with nurses,cliniciansand wider colleagues to deliv er outstanding care

We are looking for people who are genuinely driven to make a difference.

• Caring, confident and compassionate

• Experienced in care or able to bring strong transferable skills

• A clear communicator and good team player

• Sensitive,intuitiveand respectful

• Calm, patient and resilient

• Passionate about empowering women and supporting independence

• Able to work positively in a mental health hospital environment

• Motivated to learn,developand grow your career with Cygnet

You do not need to have worked in a mental health hospital before, but some experience of supporting people, working with challenging situations or helping others through difficult moments would be beneficial.

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain newskillsand keep stepping up.

• Salary of £13.15 to £13.70 per hour

• Full-time hours,42 hoursper week

• Mixed 12-hour shift pattern

• Flexible working with opportunity for overtime

• Regular coaching and appraisal

• Expert supervision and peer support

• Employee discount savings

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Recruitment referral scheme

• Wellbeingcentrewith exercises, recipes, financialadviceand mental health support

• The opportunity to build a rewarding career in mental health care

• A supportive team environment where your work makes a real difference

Where is Cygnet Nield House located?

Cygnet Nield House islocatedat Barrows Green, Bradfield Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW1 4QW.

What type of service is Cygnet Nield House?

Cygnet Nield House is a specialist mental health hospital for women, offering acute mental health support and complex personality disorder services.

Do I needpreviouscare experience?

Some experience in care, healthcare, supportworkor mental health would be helpful, but we are also interested in candidates with transferable skills from people-focused roles.

What transferable skills are useful for this Support Worker role?

Useful transferable skills include communication, empathy, resilience, teamwork, patience, problem-solving,remainingcalm underpressureand supporting people through challenging situations.

What hours will I work?

Youllwork42 hoursper week across a mixed shift pattern of 12-hour shifts.

How much does the role pay?

The salary is £13.15 rising to £13.70 per hour after 3 months.

Is this a good role for someone local to Crewe?

Yes. This isa great opportunityfor candidates looking for Support Worker jobs in Crewe, mental health jobs in Cheshire, or a full-time care role in the local area.

If you care about making a difference, we want to talk to you.

Join Cygnet Nield House in Crewe as a Support Worker and help women with mental health needs feel safe,supportedand empowered.

Apply nowand start making a difference with Cygnet.

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Crewe

CW1 4QW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Data Co-ordination Duties

• To co-ordinate the provision of complete, accurate, reliable and timely data to the medical databases in line with national targets in an efficient manner.
• Maintain accurate databases for medicine which involves ensuring that the databases are adequate to support the activities of the service.
• Retrieve and track case notes for patients included in the databases.
• Ensure timely and accurate validation of clinical data.
• To support and promote good quality data collection by liaising with both clinical and non clinical staff.
• To be able to identify gaps in individual patient records and ensure that all missing data is retrieved and entered into the database appropriately.
• To forward regular reports to the teams on progress and outcomes.
• To liaise with the relevant stakeholders regarding the maintenance and further development of systems for collecting data in line with national and organisational requirements.

• To work with colleagues on other sites to produce regular BCUHB reports on performance associated with the various databases.
• Liaise with national data co-ordinators to answer queries and make corrections.

• Attendance at meetings.

• To work as part of administration teams. This would include answering the telephone, dealing appropriately with any urgent matters arising and providing administrative and typing support when necessary.

Audit Duties

• Work as part of the team to ensure the delivery of the annual clinical audit plan.
• Work with clinical teams to facilitate audit projects.
• Work with clinical teams to complete data to be presented at monthly audit meetings.

• Minute taking at relevant meetings.

• To assist with the review and summary of literature, database design and the collection and analysis of data for specific audit projects when required. This may include the development of pro-formas, templates and other tools.
• Produce reports on completed audit projects as required.
• Produce reports for ad hoc queries from data compiled on the databases.
• Data collection and collation for regular audit reports eg. NICE guidance.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Business Administration L3 or equivalent experience
• RSA /OCR level 2 or equivalent experience (must be a proficient user of Microsoft word.
• IT related qualification CLAIT plus /ECDL or equivalent.

Desirable

• AMSPAR - City & Guilds L3.
• NVQ Customer Service L3.

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of a range of administrative processes.
• Experience of working in a busy office environment.

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS.

Skills

Essential

• Competently communicates professionally and effectively with all levels of staff both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft office applications.
• Experienced in planning organising and prioritising own workload.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing service demands.
• Excellent organisational skills.

Desirable

• Minute-taking skills.

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of Continual Personal development.
• Ability to deal with sensitive information.

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS Organisations.
• Medical terminology.

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel as per the roles requirements

Desirable

• Welsh Speaking

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Team player.
• Approachable /Friendly
• Reliable.
• Develops own practice through reflection and learning.
• Empathetic.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ysbyty Glan Clwyd

Sarn Lane, Bodellwyddan, LL18 5UJ

Bodelwyddan

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide high-quality personal and clinical care in line with individual care plans. Assist patients with washing, dressing, mobility and nutritional needs. Record observations and report changes in patient condition promptly. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient documentation. Support clinical procedures and safe patient care. Deliver compassionate support to patients, families and carers. Follow infection prevention, health and safety, and confidentiality requirements. Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide excellent palliative care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant NVQ Level 2 qualification (or equivalent), or willingness to achieve this within two years of appointment

Experience

Essential

• Basic IT skills
• Knowledge of infection control practices

Desirable

• Experience working within a healthcare setting
• Experience in palliative care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

North London Hospice

Address

47 Woodside Avenue

London

N12 8TT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northlondonhospice.org/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level supplemented by post registration diploma level specialist training and/or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
• Membership of the relevant Professional Body
• Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training
• Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience at Practitioner Band 5 level
• Experience of specialist working
• Experience of managing change
• Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of specialism
• Experience of developing specialist programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing highly specialist advice
• Able to demonstrate specialist clinical reasoning skills to assimilate information in order to make a clinical judgement regarding diagnosis and intervention.
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively

Desirable

• Recent previous experience within a comparable role

PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.
• Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of highly complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills.
• Able to overcome barriers to understanding where there are physical or mental disabilities.
• Able to analyse and assess situations and to interpret potentially conflicting situations and determine appropriate action, where there is a range of options and judgement is required.
• Experience of planning and organising complex activities, e.g. organise own time and that of junior staff and learners, planning off duty rotas and undertaking discharge planning involving co-ordination with other agencies.
• Ability to use own initiative within sphere of authority
• Demonstrable ability of using tact and diplomacy
• Demonstrable ability to analyse situations and provide a resolution
• Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to practice
• Ability to evaluate care leading to improvement in quality standards an service improvement
• Demonstrable leadership qualities and the ability to perform as a role model
• Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

Essential

• Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

BUSINESS TRAVEL

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. - Level 1/2