Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The Clinical Maternity Matron will have clinical and managerial responsibility for a defined midwifery portfolio within the Trust, with specific accountability for inpatient maternity services, including Labour Ward, Antenatal Ward and Postnatal Ward areas. Working closely with the Head and Deputy Head of Midwifery and Gynaecology, the post holder will support the delivery of high-quality maternity services and provide strong, visible leadership to ensure the highest standards of clinical care, safety and patient experience.

The post holder will be accountable for maintaining and improving standards of care across Labour Ward and Antenatal/Postnatal services, with a particular focus on clinical safety, quality improvement, service user engagement, operational performance and clinical outcomes. As a senior clinical leader, they will ensure that maternity services are responsive, effective and delivered in line with national standards, professional guidance and Trust priorities.

Working collaboratively with midwifery managers, obstetric and neonatal colleagues, and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will support the operational management of inpatient maternity services, workforce planning, governance, risk management and service development across your designated areas of responsibility. You will lead initiatives to improve quality and patient experience, oversee the effective management of complaints, incidents and learning responses, and drive improvements in clinical practice through the implementation of evidence-based care and continuous improvement methodologies.

You will provide professional leadership and support to teams working within Labour Ward, Antenatal and Postnatal services, promoting a culture of safety, compassion, accountability and continuous learning. The role will also involve supporting the delivery of maternity service transformation programmes, contributing to strategic objectives, and leading delegated projects.

As a visible clinical leader and role model, you will champion high standards of care, support staff development and wellbeing, foster positive multidisciplinary working, and play a key role in shaping and influencing the future development of maternity services across the organisation. You will also contribute to local, regional and national professional networks, ensuring that best practice, innovation and learning are embedded within service delivery.

Due to the temporary suspension of intrapartum and maternity triage services in North Devon, the successful candidate may initially be based within the maternity inpatient services at the Royal Devons Exeter site, supporting Labour Ward, Antenatal and Postnatal Services. The Trust remains fully committed to the restoration and reopening of North Devon maternity services as a key organisational priority. As services are re-established, the post holder will play a key leadership role in supporting the safe recovery, stabilisation and future development of maternity care across North Devon.

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours (working pattern to be discussed)

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Beth Hawking, Deputy Associate Director of Midwifery on [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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 Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Have you been referred to apply under the Widening Participation Agenda?

Essential

• If so, please provide the name of the organisation that referred you to enable us to validate and track your application

Knowledge

Essential

• The applicant possess generalised knowledge to inform their understanding of the job role and specific knowledge related to tasks or activities within their scope of role. They must demonstrate an awareness of contemporary public health and health promotion initiatives, including where legal and ethical issues are relevant to their scope of role

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a maternity setting and aware of the principles of woman and family centred care

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent
• 5 GSCE at Grade C/4 or equivalent including maths and English
• Care Certificate from an NHS Organisation

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

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

• To assess and treat patients
• To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
• To support and work with Therapy Clinical Support Workers and Therapy Assistant Practitioners.

Are you:

• A strong team player
• An excellent communicator
• Committed to developing both yourself and others.
• Passionate about improving the lives of local people

The Occupational Therapy role provides an opportunity to develop skills in working across a variety of Acute and community settings. The job role requires post holders to rotate every six months. The rotations are across:

The Acute Inpatient Team

The Inpatient team at North Devon District Hospital offer rotations within Medical and Surgical (including Trauma and Orthopaedics). This will give an opportunity to work with an integrated team of Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists who have a forward-thinking approach to rehabilitation and health care. The rotation offers opportunities to gain wide experience working in different settings including opportunity to work across Acute and community in the Orthopaedic supported discharge team.

Neuro Rehab Team

The Neuro Rehab Team work across in-patient, community and out patient settings to provide specialist, evidence-based Neuro rehab to patients following stroke or other neurological diagnosis. Whilst on rotation within the service you will work with an innovative and dynamic team who continuously review models of delivery to provide services that optimise rehab opportunities for our patients.

Community Team

The Community Service form a vital link between Primary Care and Secondary Care, NHS Social Services and Voluntary Sector. On this rotation you will learn to address the holistic needs of the patient in their home environment and the importance of integration within wider services.

Why join the Therapies Team?

We are a friendly and dedicated team. By joining the department, you will be joining a group of likeminded professionals who aim to rehabilitate patients, avoid admissions, support discharges from hospital, promote health, well-being and independence.

If you are a newly qualified Occupational Therapist, joining us from outside the UK, or returning to practice our preceptorship programme will help you find your feet and develop your knowledge and skills so you feel more confident and competent in the service you are delivering.

Working Pattern:

Monday to Friday, 8.00 to 16.00, additional weekend duties or a 7 day rolling patterns.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Sarah Hamilton Occupational Therapist Advanced Practitioner [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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 Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details about this post, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications/training and professional development

Essential

• Registered Nurse or ODP
• Member of the UK NMC or HCPC
• Evidence of further continued professional development

Experience

Essential

• Experience at band 5 theatre practitioner with relevant clinical experience pertinent to the role.
• Teaching and staff development.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Proven clinical skills and related knowledge in relevant area
• Ability 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.

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

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Address

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Gayton Road

King's Lynn

PE30 4ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the supporting document for the full job description. If you have any further questions or enquiries then please do not hesitate to contact the Recruiter.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• -NMC registered with Non Medical Prescribing qualification or be willing to complete if successful as part of development.
• -Previous Clinical Case Load Management and Community experience
• -Ability to support adjustments for diverse patient needs
• -Skilled in accessible communication with patients and families
• -Commitment to inclusion and patient advocacy

Desirable

• -Advanced communication training (e.g. Sage & Thyme)
• -Experience with symptom management in complex needs
• -Willingness to complete Non-Medical Prescribing

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

Sue Ryder

Address

Merlin House

Brunel Road

Theale

RG7 4AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the supporting document for the full job description. If you have any further questions or enquiries then please do not hesitate to contact the Recruiter.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• -NMC registered with Non Medical Prescribing qualification or willingness to complete if successful as part of development.
• -Previous Clinical Case Load Management and Community experience
• -Ability to support adjustments for diverse patient needs
• -Skilled in accessible communication with patients and families
• -Commitment to inclusion and patient advocacy

Desirable

• -Advanced communication training (e.g. Sage & Thyme)
• -Experience with symptom management in complex 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.

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

Sue Ryder

Address

Merlin House

Brunel Road

Theale

RG7 4AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day operations of the Handyperson Team and be the first point of contact for staff and respond to urgent issues.

Ensure all policies and procedures are duly followed and all Handypersons and clients are safe.

Work in collaboration with the Hospital to Home teams to ensure smooth delivery of the services, and the Job Booker to improve efficiencies and reduce staff downtime.

Manage the Energy Dr services provided in Havering which we deliver in partnership with Age UK Redbridge, Barking and Havering, overseeing the rota and ordering equipment.

You will also support the Head of Hospital and Home in the development of a paid-for handyperson which is currently in planning.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• None

Desirable

• None

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years experience of delivering residential handyperson services across a range of trades including: fitting & fixtures, lighting & energy, plumbing and minor repairs
• Experience of working with members of the public and dealing with challenging clients
• Experience of quality checking others work and supporting improvements

Desirable

• Ability to drive and have a full, clean licence
• Experience of leading service development and managing the change process

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

Age UK East London

Address

Age Uk

82 Russia Lane

London

E2 9LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ageuk.org.uk/eastlondon/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the supporting document for the full job description. If you have any further questions or enquiries then please do not hesitate to contact the Recruiter.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• -Current registration with the NMC.
• -Significant post-registration nursing experience, ideally within -palliative care, community nursing, hospice care, or a related specialty.
• -Experience of clinical assessment, triage, and care coordination.
• -Excellent communication skills and confidence in providing telephone-based support and advice.
• -Experience of leading teams and coordinating services in a fast-paced environment.
• -Supervisory or line management experience, or a willingness to develop these skills.
• -Strong decision-making, prioritisation, and problem-solving abilities.
• -A compassionate and patient-centred approach to care.

Desirable

• -Supervisory or line management experience, or a willingness to develop these skills.
• -Experience in case management or community coordination
• Non-medical prescribing qualification or interest in developing

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

Sue Ryder

Address

Sue Ryder

St John’s Hospice

St John’s Road, Moggerhanger

Bedford

MK44 3RJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see detailed job description document attached which also has the person specification included.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education to include Science, Maths and English at grades A* to C or equivalent or 4 and above.

Desirable

• NVQ2 or Btec 2 modules in dispensing services or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Please see the attached JD

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please see the attached JD

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The postholder will:

Support the development of nutrition and dietetic education and training.

Support the Trust in meeting the mandatory nutrition training requirements.

Develop and deliver nutrition and dietetic care learning and development opportunities.

Facilitate a lifelong learning culture to promote continuous professional development and interprofessional learning in practice.

Support dietetic placement to meet and maintain professional standards for practice learning.

Facilitate a quality interprofessional learning environment for students, other learners and staffin the workplace.

Enhance the competence, confidence and capability of the workforce

Act as a visible role model, supporting a culture of learning, psychological safety and improvement

Person Specification

Other Factors

Essential

• Ability to meet travel requirements

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered Dietitian

Desirable

• Teaching or education qualification
• Coaching or supervision training

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration dietetic experience in a variety of different settings
• Experience delivering education/training to multi-professional groups
• Experience supporting students in practice learning
• Evidence of of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Experience in workforce development
• oExperience in quality improvement

Skills

Essential

• Ability to teach and facilitate learning
• Ability to influence behaviour and practice
• Ability to analyse and interpret data
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Digital literacy

Desirable

• Use of digital learning platforms and simulation

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Professional, approachable and credible
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to motivate and support others
• Commitment to continuous improvement

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrates alignment to Trust CARE values
• Promotes inclusivity, respect and psychological safety

Knowledge

Essential

• Strong knowledge of clinical risk and patient safety

Desirable

• Understanding of education and learning principles
• Understanding of supervision and assessment frameworks

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

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chesterfield Royal Hospital

Top Road

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that are required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st level degree or equivalent experience
• 1st level registered Children's Nurse
• Epilepsy specialist related qualification (for example BPNA Paediatric Epilepsy Training)
• V300 Non-medical nurse prescriber qualification (or willing to work towards within an agreed time scale)
• Teaching and assessing qualification
• Advanced communication course/qualification

Desirable

• Master's degree level learning or prepared to work towards
• Epilepsy specialist course at degree or diploma level
• Community Nursing degree (or equivalent)
• Leadership qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience working as a CNS for children and young people with epilepsy
• Experience of managing a defined caseloads and prioritising care
• Ability to conduct nurse led clinics
• Awareness of quality assurance/peer review process
• Management and leadership experience
• MDT/multiagency working within other settings including acute, community, primary and tertiary health care. Able to deal with complex and difficult emotional situations
• Change management
• Awareness of quality assurance/peer review process

Skills

Essential

• Sound negotiation skills, with the ability to deal with difficult or challenging situations.
• Effective communication skills
• Understanding of confidentiality and information governance with excellent record keeping
• Audit experience and subsequent quality improvement
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Computer literacy
• Risk management awareness
• Awareness of national guidelines/policy for children and young people with epilepsy.

Desirable

• Experience of running nurse led clinics
• Experience of using system one
• Experience of delivering epilepsy specific educational sessions for patient/family, educational & social care colleagues and wider MDT
• Writing reports

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Professional, positive attitude, self-motivated
• Able to manage and organise own workload with conflicting priorities
• Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously
• Able to work under pressure
• Proactive in the continued development of the service Adaptable to meet service needs
• Full Driving Licence, for disabled applicants' alternative arrangements may be arranged, if necessary. Willing to travel distances for community visits or dedicated epilepsy clinic

Demonstrate Proud to Care

Essential

• Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement

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

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chesterfield Royal hospital

Main Street

Calow

S44 5BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role and Responsibilities

1. To ensure that agreed quality assurances initiatives are implemented within the clinic.

2. Liaise with social care regulators and local authorities when required to ensure effective patient care

3. To become the person in charge responsible for the day-to-day running of the clinic

4. To provide improvement, independence and choice for patients, making sure they are treated with dignity at all times.

5. To comply with all regulatory requirements at all times and in particular the Regulations for the Registration and Inspection of outpatient clinics.

6. To ensure policy and procedures understood by yourself to ensure the highest standard of care.

7. To ensure that all patients have an up-date care plan, which is regularly evaluated and actively involves patients in the preparation.

8. To ensure all risks associated with care is identified and correctly actioned.

9. To regularly monitor the delivery of care given by staff ensuring that the physical, social, psychological and emotional needs of the patients are recognised, assessed and met.

10. To ensure the company and its processes are fully compliant with the Mental Capacity Act and that patients are empowered to make choices where able and where not best interest decisions are made on their behalf involving all those necessary.

11. To ensure an active responsible clinician system for all the patients.

12. To ensure the maintenance of the highest standards of care consistent with the requirements of Health Inspectorate Wales

13. To arrange regular reviews with patients, relatives.

14. To meet professional and legal responsibilities with regard to the storage, handling and administration of drugs.

15. To ensure the protection and safety of patients at all times, which requires conducting regular health and safety checks and checks that the fire alarms systems are always fully functional.

16. To personally have a full understanding and working knowledge of Optimise Healthcare Group policies and procedures and ensure that all these policies are applied at all times.

17. Promote a positive patient care orientated environment and you are familiar with the company complaints procedure

18. To remain professionally updated and ensure care in all areas is delivered in line with the latest research to promote evidence based practice.

19. To liaise effectively with Head Office Departments, building good working relationships, as required for the good operation of the clinic.

20. To ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information relating to the service.

21. To establish and maintain good relationships with relatives and friends of the patient, purchases, referring agencies, the local community and any other parties with whom Optimise Healthcare has dealings.

22. To report within 24 hours of its occurrence any serious incident which affects the wellbeing of the patient to the Registration Authority and other relevant bodies.

23. To inform the Registration Authority of all deaths within 24 hours, and other relevant notifications that must be made to either CQC or funding bodies.

24. To welcome and be courteous to all visitors to the clinic at all times.

25. As required to attend meetings with Directors/Registered Manager to discuss the overall management of the clinic.

26. Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of young persons / vulnerable adults in your care and those who you encounter.

27. Undertake level 3 safeguarding training in adults and children

28. Participate in clinical supervision and discuss any safeguarding concerns

29. Report any safeguarding concerns to your line manager and appropriate local authority.

30. Act as the patients advocate, especially where there is lack of mental capacity, following procedures for Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty 2007

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Mental Health Nursing)
• Non-Medical Prescriber (Level 7)

Desirable

• Further training in ADHD/ASD

Experience

Essential

• 1 year post qualification experience

Desirable

• Experience of working with ADHD/ASD

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

Optimise Healthcare Group

Address

Oakwood House

Taylor Business Park

Warrington

WA3 6WP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role and Responsibilities

To ensure that agreed quality assurances initiatives are implemented within the clinic.

Liaise with social care regulators and local authorities when required to ensure effective patient care

To provide improvement, independence and choice for patients, making sure they are treated with dignity at all times.

To comply with all regulatory requirements at all times and in particular the Regulations for the Registration and Inspection of outpatient clinics.

To ensure policy and procedures understood by yourself to ensure the highest standard of care.

To ensure that all patients have an up-date care plan, which is regularly evaluated and actively involves patients in the preparation.

To ensure all risks associated with care is identified and correctly actioned.

To regularly monitor the delivery of care given by staff ensuring that the physical, social, psychological and emotional needs of the patients are recognised, assessed and met.

To ensure the company and its processes are fully compliant with the Mental Capacity Act and that patients are empowered to make choices where able and where not best interest decisions are made on their behalf involving all those necessary.

To ensure an active responsible clinician system for all the patients.

To ensure the maintenance of the highest standards of care consistent with the requirements of Health Inspectorate Wales

To arrange regular reviews with patients, relatives.

To meet professional and legal responsibilities with regard to the storage, handling and administration of drugs.

To ensure the protection and safety of patients at all times, which requires conducting regular health and safety checks and checks that the fire alarms systems are always fully functional.

To personally have a full understanding and working knowledge of Optimise Healthcare Group policies and procedures and ensure that all these policies are applied at all times.

Promote a positive patient care orientated environment and you are familiar with the company complaints procedure

To remain professionally updated and ensure care in all areas is delivered in line with the latest research to promote evidence based practice.

To liaise effectively with Head Office Departments, building good working relationships, as required for the good operation of the clinic.

To ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information relating to the service.

To establish and maintain good relationships with relatives and friends of the patient, purchases, referring agencies, the local community and any other parties with whom Optimise Healthcare has dealings.

To report within 24 hours of its occurrence any serious incident which affects the wellbeing of the patient to the Registration Authority and other relevant bodies.

To inform the Registration Authority of all deaths within 24 hours, and other relevant notifications that must be made to either CQC or funding bodies.

To welcome and be courteous to all visitors to the clinic at all times.

As required to attend meetings with Directors/Registered Manager to discuss the overall management of the clinic.

Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of young persons / vulnerable adults in your care and those who you encounter.

Undertake level 3 safeguarding training in adults and children

Participate in clinical supervision and discuss any safeguarding concerns

Report any safeguarding concerns to your line manager and appropriate local authority.

Act as the patients advocate, especially where there is lack of mental capacity, following procedures for Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty 2007

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Mental Health Nursing) or equivalent

Desirable

• - Further training in ADHD/ASD
• - Training in TMS

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 year post qualifying experience

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

Optimise Healthcare Group

Address

Oakwood House

Taylor Business Park

Warrington

WA3 6WP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.optimisehealthcaregroup.co.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 Primary Care Nurse to join our Primary Care team at HMP Lancaster Farms, a category C Prison located in outskirts of Lancaster, Lancashire.

As a BANK Primary Care Nurse you will be based within the Healthcare Nurse and some prison wing based work.

HMP Lancaster Farm consists of 550 males.

• Training and Development opportunities
• Onsite Parking
• Access to gym

BANK Hours:

• Weekdays - 7.30am - 5.30pm
• Weekends - 8am - 5.30pm

BANK Hourly rate:

• Weekdays - £23.83
• Weekdays - £25.68
• Bank Holidays - £30.82

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

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Desirable

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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

HMP Lancaster Farms

Stone Row Head

Lancaster

Lancashire

LA1 3QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate experience of delivering skills based training to a variety of differing job roles
• Knowledge acquired through relevant experience to and working knowledge within Health & Safety / violence and aggression
• An understanding of current challenges that NHS organisations face in terms of violence and aggression
• Awareness of Health and Safety requirements, relevant legislation, requirements and Department of Health guidelines
• Demonstrate relevant knowledge of legal issues (eg MCA, MHA, DOLS)
• Translate theoretical knowledge of specific subject into appropriate healthcare context
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of the risk assessment process
• Understanding of the need for confidentiality
• Knowledge of audit, research and development
• Awareness of own limitations

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people in sensitive and emotional situations
• Experience of working independently and in a team orientated collaborative environment
• Significant general NHS/public sector experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting with multidisciplinary teams across organisational boundaries

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Ability to manipulate and interpret data
• The ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with a wide range of stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate in difficult and emotional situations with empathy and professionalism
• Ability to recognise what a patient safety issue/risk is and the implications,
• Ability to plan organize and prioritise conflicting and fluctuating workload around competing complex priorities whilst meeting targets and deadlines
• Ability to work methodically and collate complex information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Ability to identify areas for collaborative working where there may be resistance to change using Influencing, negotiating and motivating skills
• The ability to facilitate workshops/forums/learning events in a scripted and non-scripted environment

Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSEs or equivalent including English and Maths at Grade C/level 4 or equivalent
• Educated to Degree level in relevant practice (eg Health Care profession, Education, Police)
• Skills based training/qualification or relevant experience
• Completion of BILD certified train the trainer programme (eg MAYB), Navigo) or willing to do so.
• Demonstrates evidence of ongoing continuous professional development

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

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

S60 2UD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the practice nurse. There may be on occasion a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent on factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. Develop, implement and embed health promotion and well-being programmes

b. Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients

c. Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects on patients health

d. Provide routine nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical-based evidence, NICE and the NSF

e. Provide wound care (ulcer/Doppler etc.) to patients

f. Provide travel medicine services

g. Request pathology services as necessary

h. Process pathology results as required

i. Provide chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required

j. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation

k. Ensure read codes are used effectively

l. Maintain chronic disease registers

m. Develop, implement and embed well woman clinics

n. Develop, implement and embed well man clinics

o. Chaperone patients where necessary

p. Assist GPs with minor surgery when required

q. Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately

r. Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

s. Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs

t. Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children

u. Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)

v. Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

w. Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and that the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)

x. Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies

y. Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately

z. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

Secondary responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the practice nurse may be requested to:

a. Act as the audit lead, effectively utilising the audit cycle

b. Monitor and ensure the safe storage, rotation and disposal of medicaments

c. Support junior members of the nursing team, providing guidance when necessary

d. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

e. Support and participate in shared learning within the practice

f.Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate

g.Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach, i.e. root cause analysis (RCA).

Person Specification

Clinical knowledge

Essential

• Wound care/removal of sutures and staples; ECGs; Venepuncture; New patient medicals; Chaperone procedure; Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly; Travel medicine; Diabetes; Hypertension; Asthma; Spirometry; CHD; Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel); Womens health (Cervical cytology, contraception etc.); Understands the importance of evidence-based practice; Broad knowledge of clinical governance; Ability to record accurate clinical notes; Ability to work within own scope of practice and to understand when to refer to GPs; Knowledge of health promotion strategies; Understands the requirement for PGDs and associated policy;

Desirable

• Knowledge of public health issues in the local area; Awareness of issues within the wider health arena;

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Postgraduate diploma or degree ( Care)

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a primary care environment; Experience chronic disease management.

Desirable

• Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse

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

Primary Care Management Solutions Ltd

Address

Chiltern House Medical Centre

Temple End

High Wycombe

Buckinghamshire

HP13 5DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

To work closely with GPs and other primary care professionals, and maintain a deep understanding of local safeguarding processes, organisations and regulations.

Primary Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the workflow of safeguarding reports and documents and ensure they are circulated to appropriate clinicians in line with organisational safeguarding policies.
• Deliver induction safeguarding training to new PCN and practice staff.
• Support the maintenance of safeguarding and cause for concern registers, including ensuring the correct coding is added to patient records to aid clinicians in identifying those children and adults who are cause for concern.
• Prepare, draft and coordinate safeguarding reports and submissions on behalf of clinicians and safeguarding leads, ensuring information is submitted accurately and within required timescales.
• Support the Safeguarding Lead in coordinating communication, information sharing and safeguarding meetings with partner organisations, including health visitors, MASH, ICS safeguarding leads and social workers. This includes obtaining and collating relevant information, organising and attending meetings, recording actions, updating patient records and monitoring agreed follow-up actions in line with PCN safeguarding procedures.
• Add alerts to parent records and those who have a child on a safeguarding plan.
• Provide guidance on local safeguarding processes, policies and referral pathways within the scope of the role, escalating complex safeguarding concerns to the appropriate clinical Safeguarding Lead.
• Coordinate the gathering, collation and sharing of safeguarding information from partner organisations, including social care, health visitors, education providers, community services, mental health services and acute trusts, ensuring information is appropriately recorded, communicated to relevant clinicians and managed in accordance with safeguarding, information governance and PCN procedures.
• Respond to child protection meetings as advised by the organisations Safeguarding Lead, prepare appropriate documentation, and send apologies as necessary.
• Monitor DNAs for children regarding missed clinical appointments and refer to appropriate clinicians for follow-up (e.g., practice nurse, usual GP, Safeguarding Lead) in line with organisational safeguarding policies.
• Update alerts and warnings in the EMIS record according to organisational safeguarding protocols when safeguarding concerns are recorded.
• Be able to signpost staff to relevant agencies and assistance for all types of safeguarding and be aware of local resources and disseminate updates to colleagues.
• To participate in audits, service reviews and quality improvement activities as required.
• Maintain and develop knowledge of safeguarding processes, policies and guidance relevant to the role and support staff awareness of safeguarding responsibilities.
• To have regular safeguarding supervision and case reviews.
• Help practices ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are up to date and consistent with agreed best practices as defined by local and national guidelines.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in an appropriate discipline or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Care planning and co-ordination qualification
• Safeguarding Training Children and Adults Level 3

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within a health or care sector
• Experience in organising meetings, preparing agendas and writing minutes
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of coordinating meetings involving multiple agencies
• Experience of safeguarding in any capacity

Desirable

• Experience of direct contact with patients/service users and their carers or families

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

Newport & Central Primary Care Network

Address

Newport & Central PCN

5 Acorn Way

Shawbirch

Telford

TF5 0LW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://newportandcentralpcn.gpweb.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)