Job description

Job responsibilities

1. All psychological therapists within our service are expected to provide specialist psychological assessments of patients referred to the psychological therapies service based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the patients care. This will include assessing and diagnosing complex mental health problems (including personality disorder), determining suitability for treatment and conducting a thorough risk assessment. To write up the assessment in a timely manner and to communicate a clear treatment and crisis plan to the patient, referrer and the GP.

2. To formulate and implement treatment plans primarily for OCD and hoarding, based on the evidence-based interventions (e.g. CBT, CFT, EMDR). To formulate management of the patients mental health problems, based upon an appropriate conceptual framework of the clients problems, and providing evidence based interventions across the full range of settings, which may include the clients home.

3. To evaluate and make decisions on therapeutic interventions considering the complexity of patients and the teams view and ensuring the safety of the therapeutic environment at all times.

4. To be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions (both individual and group) for individuals, carers, families and groups, within and across teams employed individually and in synthesis, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses.

5. To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options considering both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group.

6. To exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the assessment, treatment and discharge of patients whose problems are managed by psychologically-based standard care plans.

7. To provide highly specialist psychological advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to patients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan.

8. To contribute directly and indirectly to a psychologically-based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings and agencies serving the patient group.

9. To undertake risk assessment and risk management for individual patients and to provide advice to other professions on psychological aspects of risk assessment and risk management.

10. To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans of clients under their care and to monitor progress during the course of both uni- and multi-disciplinary care.

11. To liaise with the relevant community teams to ensure that clients receive regular multi-disciplinary review as needed.

12. To work with patients in a sensitive and transparent way during times of crisis or concern.

13. To provide and maintain clear, safe and consistent boundaries with patients.

14. To be able to manage stress and anxiety as the clinical work will be complex and demanding.

Teaching, training, and supervision:

1. To receive regular clinical professional supervision from a senior clinical psychologist and, where appropriate, other senior professional colleagues.

2. To continue to gain additional specialist experience and skills relevant to the post and service and the amount and nature of such experience to be agreed with the head of specialty.

3. To develop skills in the area of professional post-graduate teaching, training and supervision and to provide supervision to other MDT staffs psychological work, as appropriate.

4. To provide professional and clinical supervision of assistant/graduate psychologists/psychological therapists and, as appropriate, to contribute to the supervision of individual cases for trainee clinical/counselling psychologists.

5. To contribute to the pre- and post-qualification teaching of psychological therapies.

6. To provide advice, consultation and training to staff working with the patient group across a range of agencies and settings, where appropriate.

Management, recruitment, policy and service development:

1. To contribute to the development, evaluation and monitoring of the teams operational policies and services through the deployment of professional skills in research, service evaluation and audit.

2. To advise both service and professional management on those aspects of the service where psychological and/or organisational matters need addressing.

3. To manage the workloads of assistant and graduate psychological therapists, and trainees, within the framework of the team/services policies and procedures.

4. To be involved, as appropriate, in the shortlisting and interviewing of assistant/graduate psychological therapists.

5. As negotiated and within time constraints, the post-holder will be expected to attend relevant clinical meetings.

6. The post-holder will be required to attend the regular professional meetings as agreed with the service managers.

Research and service evaluation:

1. To use theory, evidence-based literature and research to support evidence-based practice in individual work and work with team members.

2. To undertake appropriate research and provide research advice to other staff undertaking research.

3. To undertake project management, including complex audit and service evaluation, with colleagues within the service to help develop service provision.

4. To familiarise themselves with, and to comply with, the Trusts requirements on research governance.

IT responsibilities (other than those used for research):

1. To ensure that all clinical activity is entered into the Trusts electronic patient information system.

2. To participate, as appropriate, in the setting-up and/or organising of computer systems relevant to the running of the service.

3. To engage in relevant computer and IT training as required.

4. To be responsible for ensuring that those psychologists they are responsible for/supervise engage in relevant computer and IT training as required and will input and maintain appropriate computer and manual clinical records and statistical data.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Doctoral-level training in clinical psychology (or equivalent qualification) as accredited by the BPS, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the BPS.
• Further training relevant to the care of clients with complex mental health difficulties, particularly trauma-focused therapies.
• Professional registration with HCPC.

Desirable

• Post-qualification training in CBT or another evidence-based therapy such as EMDR or DBT.
• Accreditation through BABCP as a CBT Practitioner.
• Training and experience in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology.

Experience

Essential

• Post-qualification specialist experience as a psychological therapist, having received a minimum of 50 hours of clinical supervision of working as a specialist clinical psychologist in the NHS.
• Experience of working in secondary care mental health services with clients presenting with comorbidity, including chronic mood disorders, personality difficulties and trauma.
• Experience of working with clients from socially- and culturally-diverse backgrounds.
• Experience of carrying out psychological assessment, developing theory-driven psychological formulation and delivering evidence-based psychological interventions to clients presenting with complex mental health difficulties.
• Experience of working with clients from socially- and culturally-diverse backgrounds.
• Active participation in service planning and delivery.

Desirable

• Experience of the application of psychology and psychological therapy in different social and cultural contexts.
• Experience of teaching, training and/or providing clinical supervision to other mental health staff or psychological therapists.
• Experience of representing psychological therapies within the context of multidisciplinary care
• Experience and interest in delivering interventions for Hoarding and OCD.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to establish and maintain a psychotherapeutic relationship with clients presenting with complex needs, particularly those with chronic emotional difficulties, complex trauma and comorbid personality difficulties.
• Knowledge and awareness of the trauma-informed care approach
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. psychosis, personality disorder, dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc).

Desirable

• High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies.
• Formal training in supervision of other psychologists/psychological therapists.
• Knowledge of psychological interventions for Hoarding and OCD.

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Fairfields House

Fairfields Crescent, Kingsbury

London

NW9 0PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you enthusiastic, compassionate and committed in delivering good quality, patient-centred care to patients in the community? Would you like to be part of our well led, supportive and highly clinically skilled, Urgent Response Team based within Hillingdon?

We are looking for a Health Care Support Worker for 37.5 hours a week who is caring, committed and motivated to work within our community nursing teams. As an HCSW, you will play a crucial role in supporting the registered nurses in delivering high quality, clinical care and rehabilitation with patients in their own homes. You will be a valued member of the community nursing team and receive training and support on a multitude of clinical skills, in order to practice confidently and safely within the community. To enhance your profession, Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) are investing in apprenticeship programmes and are keen to offer the opportunity for HCSW to develop into Nursing Associate Band 4 post holders.

For this position you will need to be a confident individual who is able to build good relationships with patients, their families and carers; and work in partnership with the Multi-disciplinary Team. Previous Community experience is not essential, but you will need to demonstrate that you have any understanding and awareness of autonomous working in a community setting. We are looking for people with previous experience of caring and ideally you will have a care qualification such as NVQ/QCF Level 3 or be able to demonstrate considerable experience in this field. We would expect you to be competent to work on your own, under the supervision of nurses and expect that you will have some clinical skills and knowledge.

Our Hillingdon Urgent Response service operates 7 days a week and you will be expected to work on a rota system.

In return for your commitment to the Hillingdon Urgent Response service, you will receive all of the support and development you need to consolidate your knowledge and skills which will prepare you for professional progression within the district nursing profession. We will also provide access to continuing professional development resources which will support you to complete modules to help you develop a clinical specialty aligned to the needs of the service. CNWL is recognised locally and nationally for providing high quality, innovative healthcare.

We aim to employ only the best health care professionals with our teams frequently called upon to contribute to national health strategy and policy development.

As the position will require you to visit various locations throughout our supported area, an essential criteria would be for a valid UK driving licence as well as access to a car enabling to travel around the borough of Hillingdon.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 2/3 or equivalent
• GCSE English and Mathematics level C or above

Desirable

• Foundation degree in nursing or equivalent

Previous Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working with a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of providing care in a clinic setting
• Experience of working with older people

Desirable

• Experience of working with people with dementia or other cognitive impairments
• Experience of supervision in practice as a supervisee

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise workload
• Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers
• Able to communicate with people who are in pain or distress with calm and compassion
• Ability to move between sites working across health and social care as required by the needs of the development programme
• Be able to identify risks to patients and seek guidance from Team Leader/ Deputy Team Leader

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
• Good inter-personal skills

Other

Essential

• Ability to understand and implement the Equal Opportunities Policy at a level appropriate to the job.

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Beaufort house

Cricket Field Road

Uxbridge

UB8 1QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!

So what is in it for you?

Flexible working;Depending on the needs of your role, we will consider requests for flexible and/or part-time working for whatever reason you should need it. We recognise flexible working will not look the same for everyone, because it depends on the nature of the role and the needs of the individual.

Types of flexibility could include:

• Part-time - less than 37.5 hours per week.
• Off-site/remote working - working from home or other sites for part or all the week.
• Compressed hours usually full-time hours but over fewer days or shifts.
• Staggered hours having different start and finish times.
• Set shift patterns to allow for predictability

NHS Pension:A generous and flexible pension scheme with contributions from us as your employer fully protected against inflation and guaranteed by the government

Annual Leave:Starting at 27 days a year, rising to 33 days after 10 years plus eight bank holidays (for staff covered by Agenda for Change)

Bank working:The chance to work extra hours at enhanced rates and we will pay you weekly too, ideal if your income needs a quick boost.

In addition, there is more;

Family & Childcare: Including on-site nurseries at Lincoln County Hospital and Pilgrim Hospital Boston, maternity, paternity, adoption & shared parental leave following a set period of employment.

Health & Wellbeingincluding counselling, mental health first aid, physiotherapy, eye tests.

Learning & Developmentincluding Lincolnshire Talent Academy, leadership training, medical education, clinical education, Lincolnshire clinical research

Financial support and benefits including Cycle2Work, car lease scheme, home electronics. Free on-site parking and free tea and coffee and the ability to save and borrow through your salary.

Rewards & Recognitionincluding staff awards, long service awards, retirement awards, examples of excellence and staff lottery.

Person specification

Qualification

Essential criteria

Maximum score 4

• DipCOT or BSc OT
• Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration

Desirable criteria

Maximum score 2

• BAOT Member

Experience

Essential criteria

Maximum score 2

• A range of practice education experience

Skills

Essential criteria

Maximum score 6

• Well developed written and verbal communication skills
• IT skills
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable criteria

Maximum score 2

• Teaching skills

Specific Requirements

Essential criteria

Maximum score 2

• Enthusiasm for the profession

Desirable criteria

Maximum score 4

• Ability to travel in the county
• Driving License

ULHT recognises that everyone is different, and values the unique contribution that individual experiences, knowledge and skills make in delivering quality healthcare and becoming a model employer. We are committed to transforming our organisational culture by actively committing to implementing the Trust Single Equality Scheme, and other policies, such as the Dignity in Care policy and the Dignity at Work policy. We will continue to promote equality and challenge discrimination in all service provision, recognising and meeting the needs of the diverse communities we serve. We will strive to provide an environment in which people want to work and to be a model employer leading in good employment practice.

We are a People Promise exemplar site, for more information on the NHS People Promise - NHS England Our NHS People Promise

As a responsible employer ULHT would encourage staff wishing to join the Trust to take up the COVID vaccination as this continues to remain the best line of defence against COVID19

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, ULHT reserves the right to close this advert prior to the closing date.

No DBS fees to pay: Successful candidates will have DBS applications applied for & paid by ULHT where applicable. There is no requirement to reimburse ULHT for this cost.

We welcome applications from the UK Armed Forces Community. On the application form please tick Member of the Armed Forces Community if the below applies to you.

You are:

• A Service Leaver
• A Veteran
• A Military Reserve
• A Cadet Force Adult Volunteer
• Partner/Spouse of those Serving NB: partners/spouses are only eligible whilst their partner is serving in the Armed Forces

Applications from applicants who meet the current criteria for Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK (where both the role and candidate are deemed suitable for a Tier 2 visa) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. The UK Visas and Immigration department requires employers to complete this test to show that no suitably qualified EEA or EU worker can fill the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• DipCOT or BSc OT
• Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration

Desirable

• BAOT Member

Experience

Essential

• A range of practice education experience

Skills

Essential

• Well developed written and verbal communication skills
• IT skills
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

• Teaching Skills

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Enthusiasm for the profession

Desirable

• Ability to travel in the county
• Driving License

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

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Boston Pilgrim Hospital

Sibsey Road

Boston base +1

PE21 9QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details, please refer to the attached job description and person specification

To assess the suitability and appropriateness of samples received, liaising withmedical staff as appropriate.

To ensure satisfactory completion and validation of routine and specialist haematology & transfusion analyses.

To use specialist knowledge across a range of procedures, authorise test results and initiate further tests as appropriate, e.g., Paul Bunnell, haemaglobinopathy investigation, haematinics.

To ensure data integrity when entering demographics and results into the laboratory information system.

Use acquired skills and experience for film reporting, malaria diagnosis and selection of films for referral to Haematologist.

To take responsibility for finishing, checking, validating, and authorising colleagues work as necessary.

To check the validity and reliability of analytical processes, maintaining and monitoring satisfactory performance by internal quality control and external quality assessment.

To ensure prompt referral of results, which exceed action limits, to senior or department medical staff, wards, and GPs, performing technical interpretation of partial, complex, or conflicting results to facilitate patient care.

To set up and check instrumentation for correct operation, troubleshooting and correcting minor faults, reporting major faults to senior staff or instrument engineers as appropriate. Maintain instrument, QC and reagent logs, and utilise resources cost effectively. To monitor and store consumables and reagents.

To assume enhanced responsibility in the absence of supervisory and other staff as necessitated by regular rota commitments.

To take responsibility for selection of correct blood, and blood products, involving antibody identification and patient phenotyping, to make best use of stocks, and to ensure the integrity of all blood and blood products for patient transfusion, using, acquired knowledge of laboratory procedures and National Blood Transfusion guidelines.

To participate in developmental work, performing specialised tests when necessary,and assisting in any clinical trials.

To work independently at large, offsite, outpatient clinics providing POCT at a satellitelaboratory requiring data entry, processing and generation of treatment reports. When required to visit wards, or clinics to perform Bleeding Times on patients.

To participate in the trusts annual joint review process, relevant to grade

To provide a rapid, reliable and efficient results service by performing a comprehensive range of routine and specialist haematology & transfusion analyses, or referral to other providers as needed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified as an experienced State Registered Biomedical Scientist.
• HCPC registration
• CPD

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of modern laboratory techniques and good knowledge of current professional issues.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of specialist Haematology and Transfusion procedures to post-graduate diploma level (or equivalent) acquired though CPD, short courses and ongoing specialist training.
• Knowledge of COSHH legislation, fire regulations, Data Protection Act, postal regulations, Ionising Radiation Rules and Regulations
• Awareness of hazards and dangers and the correct protocol to follow in the event of intrusion, fire or other emergency situation. Awareness of remedial action for uncontained infectious, chemical or radioactive material
• Service development.Contribute to the implementation of services, making suggestions and input into service and policy.
• Quality.Good understanding of the importance of IQA, and external quality control systems eg: NEQAS
• Data processing and management.Knowledge of the implications of the Caldicott Report and Data Protection Act.

Skills

Essential

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to supervise and train others
• Computer literate - capable of utilising complex proprietary information systems and generic software
• Developed skills to communicate complex information between diverse staff groups

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Clinical Laboratories

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To organise the workload in the areas for which responsibility has been delegated and to deploy the available staff in the most effective manner.Adhere to and ensure that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are read/understood and observed by all staff at all times.To demonstrate a team approach by adapting to and working confidently and competently in each area within Aseptic Services, as required by the Aseptic Services Pharmacist and the needs of the service.To maintain and update documents relating to equipment, facilities and training and to report deviations from specified operating conditions, as required by the Aseptic Services Pharmacist.To liaise with customers, quality control personnel and carriers to ensure the prompt dispatch and delivery of all aseptic products, ensuring all handling and storage conditions are met and maintained.To collate and provide to Senior Technician - Aseptic Services end of month workload statistics for areas where responsibility has been delegated.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) or QC laboratory practical work experience and/or substantial experience in an industrial/pharmaceutical setting
• Experience of working in a team
• Experience of the preparation of aseptic products

Desirable

• Experience of using automated equipment

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 Pharmacy Services or Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services, Science Manufacturing Technician or equivalent
• A member of the GPhC council, Science Council or equivalent

Other

Essential

• Enthusiasm for position
• Use own initiative and shows attention to detail
• Proactive
• Friendly, empathetic and reliable team worker, able to relate to all staff grades
• Willingness to learn
• Commitment to work
• Reliable and flexible to the needs of the service
• Self motivated and ability to motivate others
• Ability to work as per departmental weekend, evening and bank holiday rotas

Skills

Essential

• Clear and accurate verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to use different IT applications
• Ability to work in a busy environment to meet deadlines and pay attention to detail
• Ability to work alone or part of a team
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Range of aseptic preparation and manipulations skills
• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to show initiative and work efficiently
• Ability to supervise and prioritise tasks and team workflow
• Ability to set routines and implement new working procedures
• Ability to train others
• Ability to respond to non routine queries and escalate when outside limitations

Knowledge

Essential

• Numerate - able to carry out simple calculations
• Knowledge and application of SOPs and Quality Assurance systems, GMP and GDP
• Knowledge of COSHH

Desirable

• Knowledge of Clinical Trials and Hospital aseptic services
• Able to relate to all grades of staff within a multidisciplinary team

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool University Hospitals

Prescot Street

Liverpool

L7 8XP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

While responsible to the Directorate Accountant the post holder works under minimum supervision, andis responsible for ensuring that a range of deadlines are met within the section. This post requires a highlevel of initiative in dealing with queries from Managers, Clinicians and other staff within the Trust.Decisions on day to day operational issues can be made and in the case of complex issues, with referenceto the Directorate Accountant. It would be expected that a member of staff in this post would to a largeextent manage and prioritise their own workload and that of support staff, to ensure predetermineddeadlines are met in a timely manner.- This post requires excellent communication and working relationships within the Finance Department, theTrust and externally. In particular the post has to deal with a high volume of queries from the Directorates.It is expected that the post holder would communicate complex financial matters to non-financial staff suchas Clinicians, Clinical Managers and administrators.- The post holder is responsible for at least one other member of staff and there will be responsibility totrain new staff in what is quite a technically demanding role.- The nature of the position requires that the post plays an important role in the financial reporting of theTrust. High levels of IT skills are essential to deal with the wide range of systems used within thedepartment. It is expected that the post holder would be actively pursuing a recognised professionalqualification, or possess the equivalent experience.- The nature of the post requires a high level of VDU usage. In addition, the monthly reporting cyclerequires a high level of input for approximately 2 weeks out of every month, this can be extremelydemanding at times.- To take responsibility for the maintenance and development of spreadsheets, delegating routine tasks tothe Assistant Accountant, and reporting issues to the Directorate Accountant. To ensure income andexpenditure is recorded accurately. To discuss routine and more complex queries with internal managersand external bodies where necessary. To provide support and advice to the Assistant Accountant in dealingwith queries. Financial information and reports are produced in a timely and accurate manner. Queries aredealt with in a timely and professional manner- To take responsibility for analysing income and expenditure, identifying variances, investigating wherenecessary and providing high level reporting to the Directorate Accountants for review. High qualityinformation is provided to Directorate Accountants for review.- To oversee the completion & reconciliation of control accounts in conjunction with the assistantaccountant on a monthly basis and maintain appropriate documentation on file. All control accounts arefully reconciled and signed off in line with the agreed timetable for completion.- To ensure that budgets are reconciled on a monthly basis, and maintain appropriate documentation onfile. Budgets are fully reconciled and signed off in line with the agreed timetable for completion.- To develop a detailed understanding of the recharge system, providing high level support in assisting theDirectorate Accountants setting, developing and maintaining recharge budgets. To ensure that rechargesare processed accurately in accordance with the monthly timetable, covering recharges betweenDirectorates within the Trust and recharges to external bodies. To ensure that a thorough understanding ofthe basis of recharging is developed, to enable clear and appropriate advice and support to be given withinthe Trust and to external bodies.- To complete all necessary work in respect of recharge systems in line with the agreed timetable, torespond to all queries effectively- To raise ad hoc requests for invoices to be raised and to ensure the income is recorded in an accurate andtimely manner. Invoices are raised within the agreed timetable- To provide high level support in the annual budget setting process for Directorates. Developing anawareness of Directorates pressures and development needs and linking these to key targets andinitiatives.- To develop an awareness of the Business Planning process and support the Directorate Accountants inproducing financial information relating to it. To make significant contributions to the process in support ofthe Directorate Accountant- To produce the budget statements in Excel format from the General Ledger system on a monthly basis,ensuring that all data is reconciled and updated prior to being sent to the Directorates. Statements areproduced to a high level of quality in terms of presentation, within agreed timescales.- Assist in the provision of reference cost and financial flows information, undertaking complex costing andanalytical work, and providing interpretation and review of outcomes. Developing a thoroughunderstanding of guidance provided by the Department of Health, and applying to relevant areas asrequired. Develop a thorough understanding of the mechanics involved in undertaking work, to develop anunderstanding of the guidance and be able to advise as necessary.- Contribute to the smooth and efficient functioning of the finance function by performing ad hoc duties asand when required especially to ensure the fulfilment of any statutory financial information requirements.- To be responsive and flexible when required. Assist the Directorate Accountant where necessary in theprovision of information and costs relating to specialist contracts. Developing an understanding of therelevant service areas, and linking the commissioning arrangements with the process of setting andmaintaining budgets.- Develop sufficient knowledge and be able to clearly link budgetary and commissioning arrangements.Take responsibility for calculating and monitoring costs of projects, reporting to the Directorate Accountant- Develop sufficient knowledge and provide support when required. Support the training process whenrequired, both in terms of finance and non-finance staff. Favourable feedback where training is undertaken.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications required: Degree or equivalent
• Actively studying towards a recognized professional qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a management accounts environment
• Experience of working with financial ledger systems

Knowledge

Essential

• A good understanding of the NHS finance regime

Skills

Essential

• Possess a high degree of numeracy and accuracy and the ability to work with spreadsheets to provide high quality financial information
• Possess high level IT skills having successfully completed the ECDL or equivalent.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• To be able to work as part of a team and work on their own and have the flexibility to undertake new tasks in accordance with the priorities of Directorate Accounts
• Ability to organize their own work and demonstrates initiative required to ensure that all tasks are completed.
• Possess good communication skills in order to work effectively

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Aintree House Lower Lane

Fazakerly

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical and Patient Care

To work autonomously in the information drop-in centres and outreach service, conducting holistic assessment/triage on patients and their carers to identify their information and supportive needs.

Providing specialist advice and/or information from appropriate and up to date resources.

Signpost and/or refer to other health care professionals (HCP)/organisations when necessary.

Liaise with HCP, medical team, welfare advisors, Psycho-oncology Support Team where necessary.

Keep up to date on oncology and haematology diseases, current treatments and side effects.

Keep up to date on supportive services in the local community

Participate in accurate collection of data.

Ensure all written information used is current and good quality.

Participate in ensuring there is a good level of stock patient information and reorder information accordingly.

Support the Senior CNS with specialist cancer information in compiling monthly reports and audit data.

Coordinate information on tumour specific support groups ensuring dates, times and venues are set for the oncoming year.

Attend specific support groups when required.

Attend information team and Dimbleby Cancer Care team meetings and to maintain a good dialogue of progress with the Senior CNS.

To support the Senior CNS and wider cancer team to improve access to cancer information and support services for diverse service users including hard to reach groups within the cancer centre and associated cancer units.

Undertake educational and promotional seminars to staff and patient groups about Dimbleby Cancer Care and other cancer related topics.

Manage own workload and time appropriately and act as a role model for cancer information nursing team.

Supervise and support volunteers at both sites

To deputise for the Senior CNS as required.

To provide cover, when necessary, sometimes at short notice to cover periods of sick, study or annual leave.

Act as an advocate for patients within the department, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines.

Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.

Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals.

Is wholly accountable for his / her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his / her knowledge and professional competence.

Ensure safe and effective care for complex patients requiring advanced specialist clinical skills and responsible for carrying out specialist nursing procedures to area.

To be responsible, for maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors and other staff within the clinical environment.

Ensure that sensitive patient records are stored appropriately.

Ensures the cultural and spiritual needs of patients are recognised and accommodated within resources available.

Support and enable patients and carers to make informed decisions relating to their treatment and management.

Participate in case conferences in relation to the management of patients, ensuring the coordination of ongoing care.

Assess educational and information needs for patients and families, and devise plans to ensure need are met.

To be an effective communicator with patients/carers/families regarding disease treatment and management.

Promote high quality clinical care, and assist in the development of the specialist service, by evidence based practice and clinical standards

Quality

Facilitate a high-quality, cost-effective specialist service through monitoring and audit and other quality initiatives agreed by the Trust

Lead on and participate in key developments relating to the speciality so that high quality patient focused services are promoted.

Enhance the interface between staff, patients, community staff and visitors

Develop and utilise information systems to aid regular audit of the clinical role and to provide a quarterly incidence report for the Health Authority and an annual activity analysis and speciality report.

Attend and participate in multi-professional team meetings.

Set, monitor and review standards of care on a regular basis and initiate corrective action plans

Identify and intervene where circumstances contribute to an unsafe environment for patients and staff. To bring instances to the attention of the Senior CNS and/or other Dimbleby staff.

Education and Leadership

Identify and raise awareness of the educational needs of patients and carers and implement appropriate education programmes

Support and participate in education and training programmes and develop training packages as required.

To assist in developing a culture that is challenging, stimulating, rewarding and supportive.

To act as mentor/assessor to unqualified staff and to provide education, advice and support to ward and department nurses.

Contribute and assist and foster a learning environment within the clinical area.

To participate in education on a national and international level by attending, presenting at, and/or assisting in the coordination of study days/seminars/conferences etc.

Be aware of the local equipment training programme for staff in relation to the Clinical Negligence Scheme for Trusts and maintain training records.

• Research and Development

Promote and undertake nursing research updating own knowledge to promote excellence in clinical practice.

Utilise research findings in the delivery of specialist patient care, developing new ways of working and to disseminate relevant information to staff.

Participate in and be aware of other clinical research trials for patients

Participate and contribute to audit and research within the speciality in collaboration with colleagues.

Management and Leadership

Provide a leadership role model and demonstrate specialist knowledge and high standards of clinical practice and provide support or advice when necessary.

Develop the role according to patients changing needs and research findings, within the resources available.

Maintain accurate records of the clinical service and ensuring that confidentiality of information is adhered to.

Organise own work and manage own caseload and practice, identifying and maintaining supportive networks for self and other staff members.

To be fully aware of the targets set out in the NHS Plan and Corporate & Directorates objectives and in conjunction with the multi-professional team use the available resources to meet these targets.

Provide specialist education to members of the clinical team, which facilitates learning and individual personal development.

To be involved in the development, assessment and implementation of guidelines, protocols and pathways.

To deputise for the Senior CNS in their absence

Compliance and Governance

Take an active role in risk assessment, supporting implementation of strategies to minimise risk. Ensuring incidents and near misses are reported, through promoting a no blame culture.

Ensure all staff act in accordance with Local, Hospital and Statutory Guidelines & Policies including Health and Safety initiatives.

Will be familiar with the Health and Safety at Works Act and be aware of its implications and ensure that local unit and departmental policies are followed.

Will work in accordance with Corporate Objectives and ensure that all staff are aware.

Will ensure that the Hospitals policy is understood and carried out with regard to the care and custody of drugs/medications, especially with regard to those covered by the Control of Drugs Act.

Will be familiar with the Trusts fire, manual handling and C.O.S.H.H. policies to minimise risks to patients and staff.

Will be fully conversant with the trust major incident plan and understand the procedure.

Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safety, security and risk.

Communication

To create an environment that fosters good communication between patient and health care professionals, that meets individuals needs.

Be an effective communicator and a role model in liaising with the community and other members of the health care team.

Provide support mechanisms for sharing good practice within the Wards/Departments and Trust wide.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous post registration experience within the relevant specialty
• Experienced and competent in the management of patients within the speciality
• Experience of teaching/ assessing/ supervising others in a clinical setting.
• Supervision of junior staff
• Experiencing of co-ordinating a shift

Qualifications / Education

Essential

• BSC/1st degree (health related) or equivalent qualification/training and experience
• Mentorship Course
• Evidence of professional/clinical knowledge in area supplemented by specialist clinical, managerial training and CPD
• Post registration qualification in (appropriate area of speciality)
• RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality.

Desirable

• Leadership qualification (e.g. LEO)
• Sign off Mentorship

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory acquired through CPD
• Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
• Knowledge of evidence based practice.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate specialist care delivered to patients/clients and give relevant advice/information to patients and relatives.
• In depth drugs knowledge
• Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products
• Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners
• An understanding of audit and research based nursing practice.
• An understanding of resource management
• Good communication skills and ability to deal with sensitive information. To include dealing with distressed relatives, care of terminally ill & other challenging situations
• Demonstrates ability to influence and negotiate with others. Ability to organise and plan own time and that of junior staff and learners.
• Demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management and how this effects their role and the department
• You will be able decide how best to achieve expected results, whilst acting within clearly defined policies/ procedures and codes of conduct.

Desirable

• Previous outpatient experience
• Evidence of participation in audits, MDT, service improvement

Additional Information

Essential

• Able and willing to work flexible shift patterns, internal rotation to day and night duty and unsocial hours, according to 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

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guy's Hospital

Great Maze Pond

London

SE1 9RT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensuring the rotas are covered. Allocation of work to Domestic assistants. Liaise with management to ensure there is a continuation of service in the event of major staff shortages. Priorities urgent requests.

Training of staff in basic job skills under the direction of Management.

Training of health and safety, including cascade training and the monthly toolbox training. Ensuring that the staff are complaint with the mandatory training including COSHH. Making arrangements for staff to attend training.

Tool box training. Ensure that staff are trained in the Toolbox training. Record the information on the appropriate documents on the computer. Get involved with the development of tool box training sheets.

Carry out staff appraisals.

Cooperates on matters of health and safety and ensures that all staff comply with current Health and safety practices.

Ensuring all staff carry out their duties to the required standard as determined by Management. Identify and resolve staff performance problems. Highlight issues with management.

Under the direction of management, authority to give informal disciplinary warnings.

Report any issues with staff that do not comply with Aintree values.

Maintaining Trust standards of hygiene at all times, including personal cleanliness, working practices.

Handling customer complaints in conjunction with Management. Completing all the relevant documentation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in leadership (or equivalent experience)

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience at a supervisory level
• Previous experience of cleaning

Desirable

• Previous cleaning experience at a supervisory level within a healthcare environment
• Previous experience of cleaning within a healthcare environment

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of C.O.S.H.H. regulations
• Health and safety basic knowledge
• An understanding of the operating of cleaning machinery

Skills

Essential

• Excellent Communication skills
• Basic data inputting either manually or using a computer/tablet
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent organisation skills

Other

Essential

• Prepared to study for NVQ level 3 in leadership or similar
• Ability and willingness to undertake further training as necessary

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broadgreen Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L143LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Provide leadership, management and team development as delegated by the Department/Ward Manager to the team, allocating workloads.
• Contribute to setting goals and benchmarking standards of care. Develop tools to improve the quality of the service and co-ordinate clinical services across the ward.
• To co-ordinate and manage patient flow within the unit including timely admission and discharge, ensuring national targets are met where possible
• To promote the unit and the Trust as a whole in the most positive manner to patients, relatives and the local population
• To have knowledge of relevant national and local health policies and their impact on the service
• To inform/escalate to Department/Ward Manager / Matron if acceptable levels of care, standards, practice and patient safety is compromised and develop appropriate actions
• To assist and or lead in the development/implementation of local and trust policies and protocols relevant to the specialty, ensuring effective implementation in local area.
• To manage control and quality of levels of stock and equipment within the clinical and non-clinical areas and promote and ensure economic use of all resources.
• To attend corporate groups as a representative of the directorate and team.
• To represent the clinical area on working groups as appropriate and at relevant conferences at regional and national level and on working groups as appropriate.
• To promote and deliver effective communication with all members of the multidisciplinary team and other wards and departments in the Trust and externally.
• To participate in the business planning process, helping to identify areas for service development and improvement.
• In the absence or as delegated by the Department/Ward Manager. Initiate and coordinate investigations of incidents, accidents, complaints involving staff, patients and visitors in accordance with the trust policies and lead in any investigations where required to do so

Clinical Management

• Provide senior nursing advice and support to facilitate high quality, individualised care to patients/carers in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Manage and coordinate complex clinical situations, taking appropriate action in emergency or unforeseen situations.
• To be clinically competent and confident in the use of specialised equipment in varied clinical settings.
• Act as a clinical role model and leader for all members of staff providing daily unit management, continuity of care and a high standard of excellent nursing care.
• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care, actively seeking evidence based practice which will improve the quality of care and meet the needs of the patient. A holistic approach to caring should be planned which will include the appropriate level of physiological,
• psychological, spiritual, socio - economic and cultural aspects which influence the care of patients within the unit.
• To contribute to setting and monitor standards of nursing care within the ward.
• To liaise with medical staff and other disciplines on the management of high quality patient care.
• To ensure that patient care is delivered within the Nursing and Midwifery Scope of Professional Practice and Code of Professional Conduct.
• To promote the involvement of patients and their relatives in the management and evaluation of care.
• To have shared responsibility for the delivery of patient care by all members of the nursing team on the unit.
• To maintain safe custody of drugs, ensuring that checking, witnessing and administration procedures are compatible with statutory and trust requirements.
• To undertake appropriate training to expand relevant clinical skills.
• To regularly take charge of the clinical area, utilising resources effectively and to ensure that safe staffing levels are maintained for their shifts.
• Identify clinical risks and ensure that appropriate action is implemented in accordance with the Trust risk management policy.
• Ensure the nurse documentation is maintained to the Trust standard.

People Management

• To assess and develop action plans to meet individual development needs.
• To participate in orientation programmes for all newly appointed nursing staff.
• To monitor staff performance, conduct or participate in Individual Performance Appraisal, including supporting revalidation process.
• To encourage & motivate staff within the ward on personal & professional development at all levels.
• To deploy and utilise staffing resources effectively and efficiently.
• To support members of the team and refer to appropriate services.
• To assist in the selection, appointment & induction of new staff.
• Ensure staffing levels and skill mix is scheduled to reflect the workload and meet the needs of the patient.
• To assist in the co-ordination and monitoring of off duty, annual leave, sickness and absence occurring in the unit.

Leadership Development

• To promote an environment conducive to learning.
• To participate in staff education and development, including orientation and supervision and act as a mentor and resource for learners and the nursing team and the multi-professional teams
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive learning environment for colleagues, patients and visitors.
• To assess learning & developmental needs of members of the ward nursing team.
• To assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of programmes of specialty based teaching ensuring learning objectives are achieved.
• To ensure that own personal development is maintained and recorded to ensure compliance for revalidation.
• To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of a particular group of staff delegated by the Charge Nurse or Senior Sister.
• Supervise and support the nursing care of the other junior nurses, students and HCAs to maintain a high standard of excellent nursing care.
• To share highly specialist knowledge and skills around the Trust with active involvement in ward patient care if the unit allows.
• Provide support mechanisms for sharing good practice within the ward and trust wide.

Budget responsibilities

• Ensure the effective and efficient use of resources including stock management and care and maintenance of equipment.
• Handles patients valuables, ensuring safe storage and transportation
• Authorise timesheets for temporary nursing and support staff as appropriate.

Research And Audit

• To develop and implement methods of auditing nursing practice within the unit.
• To promote awareness of current nursing research in members of the unit.
• To introduce and apply research findings to the unit relating to nursing practice where relevant.
• To promote and disseminate local/national/international research findings to the ward.
• Identify areas where local audit is needed, conduct the audit and analyse the data with support.
• Arranges for the collection and analysis of audit and research data as required.
• Participate in the collection of audit and research data as required.
• Use data which will contribute to the improvement of patient care.

Personal Development

• Responsible for ensuring own continuing professional development and identifying development needs within the Trust knowledge and skills development review process.
• To identify areas for self-development, areas of interest and training requirements within your personal performance planning and Development Review.
• To maintain a professional portfolio and reflective diary for developmental purposes and revalidation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Diploma / degree level or equivalent experience
• Current NMC Registration
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Leadership training or qualification (minimum Level 3 ILM or equivalent) or working towards

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate knowledge of NMC professional standards for practice contained within the code
• Experience of leading a team in a clinical environment
• Research awareness and commitment to evidence based practice
• Experience of clinical risk assessment & management of identified risk
• Understanding key features of Clinical governance
• Knowledge of audit & audit procedures

Skills

Essential

• Up to date clinical skills in order to ensure quality of services being provided by ward
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational skills - prioritise and coordinate own workload
• Able to act as a leader, effectively managing staff in the department
• Ability to act as a change agent.
• Ability to co-ordinate & liaise with MDT members
• Computer literacy eg experience of electronic patient record

Other

Essential

• Frequent sitting or standing in a restricted position; occasional moderate effort for several short period.
• Frequent concentration, work pattern unpredictable Concentration for patient clinical work
• Occasional distressing / highly distressing or emotional circumstances. Deals with patient complaints, conveys unwelcome news, complaints, concerns arising from incident communicated to patients and relatives.
• Working in ward environment providing direct clinical care
• Potential blood or body fluids exposure.

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support the Team Leader in establishing and maintaining effective inter team and inter agency communication.

Provide effective liaison/communication throughout the care pathway to service users, their carers and others, responding sensitively to all needs especially in highly emotive settings.

To maintain effective joint working with others, developing positive working relationships and clear communications with Multi-disciplinary Teams and other professionals.

Ensure that all relevant information regarding service users care, in particular, issues of concern, RE practice and workload are communicated as necessary to the line manager.

Liaise with other professionals in relation to service user care, actively participating in care planning and review meetings and attending case conferences required.

Act as a Care Coordinator ensuring high quality care delivery at all times.

Take a leading role in designated projects/service development as allocated.

Support the line manager/service line lead in the effective and timely management of complaints and serious untoward incidents.

Identify the training needs of junior staff highlighting this to the Team Leader.

Plan, develop and deliver training to others as needed.

Undertake Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) duties or be willing to undertake AMHP training.

Please see JD attached for further information and responsibilities required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN or Dip/BSc (Hons) / MSc in Mental Health Nursing
• ENB 998/Preceptorship and Mentorship

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• At least 2 years of post-registration experience with at least one year at Band 5
• Experience of working in acute mental health inpatient/day care services
• Experience and knowledge of working in a multi-ethnic community

Desirable

• Experience of working with acute mental health problems in a community setting

Skills

Desirable

• Substantial IT skills

Other

Essential

• Car Driver

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Marlowes, 39-41 The Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1LD

Hemel

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As detailed within the job description/person specification.

To facilitate and oversee a high quality and efficient Phlebotomy service to the Trust.

To provide leadership, supervision and operational management of the Phlebotomy team.

To daily manage the in-patient and out-patient Phlebotomy service. Ensuring the quality of the service and working to enhance patient experience of the service. To ensure the Phlebotomists are appropriately trained, subject to regular competency revalidation and where necessary performance managed.

To participate in staff governance procedures such as staff recruitment, appraisal and attendance management.

To adhere to the Trust policies, procedures and guidelines.

Monitor the performance of the service and ensure it meets the needs of the users and patients.

To develop the service as required in conjunction with the Care Group Service Manager.

To ensure that i) a robust relationship of trust and understanding with patients and other groups and ii) a good public image and perception of the Phlebotomy service is always maintained.

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.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level with Maths & English at grade C or above or Diploma or equivalent appropriate qualification, e.g. foundation degree or NVQ3 level qualification plus short courses or relevant experience to diploma level
• Attendance at Team Leadership course and or undertaking of modules relating to team leadership

Desirable

• Venepuncture and cannulation knowledge
• Care Certificate or equivalent experience
• Qualification in Team Management

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience in a managerial and operational management capacity
• Experience/knowledge of the Pre-Analytical pathway
• Understanding of the role of phlebotomy manager in delivering a phlebotomy service
• Experience in assessing/recruitment/training/competencies/appraisals/disciplinary matters

Desirable

• Phlebotomy experience ideally in a clinical environment

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent and effective communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills with all stakeholders
• Ability to inspire confidence when managing a team
• Ability to lead on and an understanding of confidentiality
• Ability to work systematically and under pressure to tight deadlines using own initiative
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Email and Trust Intranet and database applications
• Robust organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage an effective and efficient team

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of Sample 360/ICE and troubleshooting
• Ability to lead a team through transformation/change

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Paramedic to join our Unscheduled Care team at HMP Bullingdon, a category B Prison located in Bicester, Oxford.

Hours

37.5 hours a week, working 5 nights in a 4 week period, 7.30-19.30. and then the rest a mixture of main, long shifts, between Monday to Sunday 7.30.17.30. Every other weekend working 19.30-07.30.

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £48,951 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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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

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Patrick Haugh Rd

Bicester

Oxfordshire

OX25 1PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Registered Midwife with the NMC
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Diploma in Midwifery
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development
• Computer literacy.

Desirable

• Recognised management qualification
• Degree in Midwifery
• Computer literacy qualification

Evidence of Particular: -Knowledge -Skills -Aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Working knowledge of Saving Babies Lives v3 pathways
• Skilled in multidisciplinary working
• Change management
• Experience of use, knowledge and understanding of electronic fetal monitoring (EFM)
• Ability to evidence / demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: oPatient Centred oSafety oCompassion oRespect and oExcellence

Desirable

• Worked as a clinical midwife within the NHS arena
• Completed a period of NHS midwifery preceptorship
• Evidence of clinical care delivery within an antenatal environment
• Working knowledge of Birmingham Symptom Specific Obstetric Triage System (BSOTs)

Previous Experience (Nature & Level)

Essential

• Completion of Trust Maternity
• Preceptorship pack or equivalent experience ie able to perform Perineal suturing, IV Cannulation, IV Drug Additives, Phlebotomy
• Able to undertake, interpret and apply appropriate research findings.
• Demonstrate involvement in clinical audit and standard setting.

Desirable

• Skilled and updated in all spheres of midwifery practice

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Ambition to succeed
• Good attendance record
• Skilled in multidisciplinary working

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

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Pilgrim Hospital

Sibsey Road

Boston

PE21 9QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank Substance Misuse Nurse to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Winchester, a category B Prison located in central Winchester.

HMP Winchester is a Category B Local remand prison located in Central Winchester accommodating approximately 670 male prisoners.

Although the site is close to Winchester city centre there is onsite parking for all staff and it is a short walk from Winchester train station.

Hours

8-4pm & 2-10pm shift times over 7 days a week.

Salary

£23.83 per hour

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

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Person Specification

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Experience

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Additional Criteria

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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

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Romsey Rd

Winchester

Hampshire

SO22 5DF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details on main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current HCPC registration

Desirable

• Clinical educators course

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working at a minimum of band 5 level with a variety of post registration experience in inpatient, rehabilitation and discharge planning.
• Post registration clinical experience of patients with neurological conditions
• Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training & short courses
• Awareness of alternative communication strategies for patients with neurological conditions

Desirable

• Previous clinical experience in a neurological rehabilitation setting
• Training/clinical experience in: postural management, splinting for abnormal tone, cognitive rehabilitation, wheelchair prescribers course.
• Experience of managing challenging behaviours
• Experience of working with patients with tracheostomy
• Experience with running groups
• Experience in delivering specialist bespoke equipment to highly complex patients

Skills

Essential

• Highly motivated
• Empathy & sensitivity
• Ability to use own initiative
• Good observational & reporting skills
• Good interpersonal skills including tact and diplomacy
• Ability to manage stressful situations
• Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs
• Demonstrate good IT and standard keyboard skills
• Demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of standardised assessments

Communication

Essential

• Ability to use verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate with range of professionals at all levels
• Ability to communicate to patients/carers and relatives with sensitivity and compassion

Desirable

• Experience of using alternative communication strategies for patients with neurological conditions

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Maintain competency within role
• Encouraging and developing self and others using a range of techniques and skills to share knowledge
• Attend training relevant to role to maintain knowledge and skills

Desirable

• Experience of leadership skills in the workplace

Personal Attributes & Behaviours

Essential

• Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults.
• Be reliable, honest and resilient
• Possess drive and enthusiasm

Other

Essential

• Professional appearance in accordance with Trust policy
• Be able to: kneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments
• Manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6 kg
• Manoeuvre patients using moving and handling aids
• Must hold full and valid driving licence
• Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Colman Centre for Specialist Rehabilitation Services

Unthank Road

Norwich

NR2 2PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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