Job description

Job responsibilities

You will join a supportive and proactive psychology team embedded within the wider CMHT and complex emotional needs pathway. A range of specialist skills and interests are represented in the psychology teams, including working with personality difficulties, trauma and dissociation, psychosis, using CBT, MBT, CAT, EMDR, and other evidence based interventions.

Please note that this vacancy may close ahead of the published expiry date so an early application will ensure that you dont miss out on this opportunity.

Main responsibilities to include:

Psychological assessment, formulation and intervention as appropriate under close supervision of a clinical psychologist

Co-facilitating psychologically informed groups

Contributing to the practice of psychologically informed interventions within the team via teaching and developing resources

Contributing to service development projects

Evaluating outcomes and writing reports

You will have:

A BPS Accredited degree 2:1 or above in Psychology and Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) eligibility.

Experience of working with people with mental health difficulties preferably in the NHS.

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A BPS accredited degree in Psychology.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of research.

Desirable

• Experience of research in the NHS.

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
• Knowledge of mental health.
• Knowledge of quantitative research

Desirable

• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities.
• An ability to apply existing knowledge to a mental health context.

Skills

Essential

• Skills using microcomputers for databases or date analysis, especially SPSS for Windows

Desirable

• Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients and colleagues.
• Presentation skills

Other

Essential

• An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines
• Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
• Ability to travel independently

Desirable

• Developing knowledge of local wider systems and networks

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

The City Anchorage, Julian Hospital

Bowthorpe Road

Norwich

NR2 3TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assess the pastoral, spiritual and religious needs of patients, their family members and carers using the services of Southern Hospice Group, and plan support and care accordingly, whilst keeping up to date clinical records.

• Develop and implement high quality spiritual support for people, using the services of Southern Hospice Group, as they come to terms with living with their own particular situations, supporting them as they find their own sense of meaning and purpose.
• Support and prioritise referrals to the Spiritual and Pastoral Care service of Southern Hospice Group.
• To be a resource to the multi-disciplinary team at Southern Hospice Group in their understanding of, and response to spiritual, religious and pastoral care needs; working in collaboration with chaplaincy services across the Southern Hospice Group.
• Provide and support appropriate training and support others in their provision of pastoral and spiritual care, including participation in internal and external training programmes.
• To offer pastoral, spiritual, and religious support to Southern Hospice Group staff and volunteers.
• To foster links, and work collaboratively, with other faith, belief and spirituality leaders in the community for the benefit of patients, families and carers using the services of the Southern Hospice Group.
• To manage and support the provision of religious services within Southern Hospice Group. To oversee and support Chaplaincy volunteers as well as, where appropriate, health care professionals and students on placement in the hospice.
• To supervise, where appropriate, health-care professionals and students on placement at Southern Hospice Group.
• To work with the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of bereavement care at Southern Hospice Group, including offering advice and information to families about funerals/memorial services and other related issues.
• To participate in other hospice events as required, and, working in collaboration with the Fundraising Team, to plan/participate/lead remembrance events.
• To maintain and develop knowledge and competency through regular line management, supervision, ongoing training and membership of national chaplaincy and spiritual care, hospice and healthcare networks.
• To receive regular external supervision for the work.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline with demonstrable outcomes of learning relevant to healthcare chaplaincy. Pastoral care training. Listening/communication training. Endorsement to practice as a healthcare chaplain by a recognised/established faith community or belief group.

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience in pastoral work
• Experience of working with loss, dying, death
• and bereavement
• Experience of providing spiritual and pastoral
• care in a healthcare setting
• Experience of being accountable to and
• working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of collaborative working across
• faiths and beliefs

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

Southern Hospice Group

Address

Chestnut Tree Childrens Hospice

Titnore Lane

Arundel

Worthing

West Sussex

BN18 9BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.stbarnabas-hospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information for this vacancy please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• To possess a health related NVQ Level 3 qualification or Equivalent
• Care certificate/ willing to work towards

Experience

Essential

• Experience of team working ? To demonstrate an understanding of provision of nursing care.

Desirable

• To have experience of working in a health care environment. (NHS)
• Awareness of mental health conditions affecting older adults

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Excellent verbal communication and listening skills with patients/colleagues/carers
• Sufficient IT skills to learn the systems required for clinical recording, incident reporting and equipment / stock ordering
• Experience documenting care accurately

Desirable

• Experience supporting vulnerable older adults.

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

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Castle Hill Hospital

Castle Road, Cottingham

Cottingham

HU16 5JQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

Actively promote best practice, ensuring all care is evidence based.

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care of patients. Pass on information to multi-disciplinary team. To act as a named nurse for a group of patients within your team.

Professionally responsible for adherence to Hospice policies and procedures.

Participate in audits of practice and clinical effectiveness and practice developments.

Medicines Management assist in maintaining custody of controlled drugs, checking and witnessing of administration of drugs according to Hospice Policy and in line with the NMC Standards for the Administration of Medicine.

Carry out nursing procedures and treatments in accordance with approved guidelines, which are research and evidence based.

Maintain accurate electronica records and ensure these records are clear and concise and are in accordance with the NMC Standards for Records and Record Keeping.

Ensure timely completion of all risk assessments .

Liaise with other members of MDT by attending MDT meetings and ward rounds at directions of the nurse in charge.

Responsible for the safe handling and storage of patients valuables.

Ensure admission and discharge policies adhere to Hospice policies.

Support clinical governance systems and ensure care is delivered appropriately.

Provide support for new members of staff as part of their induction.

Ordering of supplies when necessary, promoting cost effectiveness and efficiency.

Possess clinical knowledge appropriate to Palliative Care, and provide this knowledge when responsible for the 24 Hour Palliative Care Advice Line as per rota. Keep up to date with new developments.

Recognise a deteriorating patient and escalate appropriately according to the plan of care.

Responsive to patients needs including those with special needs and/or learning disabilities.

Able to deal sensitively with terminally ill patients and their relatives.

Use own professional judgement when assessing patient needs and involving more senior colleagues when appropriate.

Organise own time effectively and that of junior staff and learners.

Ensure accuracy when delivering treatments and/or procedures.

To provide cover for colleagues as directed by your manager.

Demonstrate a willingness to work in all areas, night duty, day duty as required.

Management Responsibilities

Participate in the teaching and supervising of Student Nurses and Support Workers under the direction of the Sister/Charge Nurse.

Take charge of a shift if required and allocation of work appropriately within the team.

To have a link role responsibility and ensure information gained from this is disseminated to the teams.

Education

To maintain personal, professional, development, update and share knowledge and skills with team members.

Maintain an up to date portfolio for revalidation.

Act as a mentor to enable and support the personal and professional development of your team.

To be actively involved in audit, and report to the relevant committee.

Ensure your mandatory training is up to date

Participate in education, both internally and externally.

Support a positive learning environment for students including mentorship of students.

Health and Safety

Ensure risk policy is adhered to at all times

Report any identified risks to the Team Leader.

Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Provide care by providing expert clinical assessment, care planning, care delivery, care evaluation and clinical advice in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Keep an up to date Portfolio of evidence to present to Team Leader in line with new NMC guidelines.

Ensure all records are clear, concise, legible and accurate in line with the MNC Standards for Records and Record Keeping.

Assess and manage risk in the clinical area.

Avoid any behaviour which discriminates against your fellow employees or potential employees on grounds of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, creed, colour, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.

Behave in a manner that ensures the security of hospice property and resources.

Abide by all relevant hospice policies and procedures.

To promote safety and welfare of patients, visitors, supporters, staff and volunteers

Ensure up to date safeguarding knowledge and training to the level appropriate to the role and effectively following all safeguarding processes regarding recording and reporting as outlined within the policy

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Has a high level of understanding of patients needs
• Understands the complexity of caring for patients with life limiting illnesses
• Has some knowledge and skills of palliative care
• Has knowledge of the latest initiatives in end of life care

Desirable

• Advance care planning knowledge
• Been involved in palliative care developments

Qualifications

Essential

• RGN level 1 trained nurse
• Palliative care study days/courses
• Up to date NMC registration

Desirable

• Bereavement/counselling course
• Relevant palliative care course

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to assess and deliver care to meet complex needs
• Positive attitude to change
• Good time management skills

Desirable

• Ability to audit

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 1 years general nurse experience
• Experience in caring for patients with life limiting illnesses
• Experience of collaborative working
• Experienced in evidence based practice working

Desirable

• Previous management of change experience

Other Requirements

Essential

• Committed to continual professional development
• A flexible approach to working patterns
• Good attendance and punctuality record

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

Willow Wood Hospice

Address

Willow Wood Close

Ashton under Lyne

Lancashire

OL6 6SL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.willowwood.info/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of patient care. To deliver and maintain high-quality, evidence-based palliative care within a multidisciplinary team framework and contribute to evidence-based development of clinical practice.

1. To be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised holistic care.
2. Act as a positive role model to others and ensure that practice of specialist palliative care is evidence-based and promoted within the clinical area.
3. Promote a patient-centred approach to care, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, carers and other relevant healthcare professionals.
4. Act as a clinical resource and mentor so students, junior staff and those on placement to Myton achieve their learning needs and expertise is shared with the wider health economy.
5. To prioritise patient care on clinical need and organise workload as appropriate for a team of patients and ensure handover is effective and efficient at all times.
6. Ensure that documentation is completed accurately and legibly in accordance with local and NMC guidance and confidentiality is maintained using Caldicott Guidelines.
7. Provide emotional / spiritual support to patients and families throughout the disease and dying trajectory and ensure effective communication at all times.
8. Work collaboratively with nursing and care teams and have a proactive approach in facilitating discharge and ensure that standards of discharge are implemented and maintained in liaison with the discharge coordinator.
9. Be proactive in preparing and delivering clinical information to promote the effectiveness of the multidisciplinary team, acting as an equal member.
10. Liaise with other multidisciplinary team members, consultants and key workers to ensure continuity of care for patients.
11. To attend and present at case conferences and multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure effective communication with all members of the hospice multidisciplinary team and primary care teams, acting as the patient's advocate.
12. To participate in clinical audit as required by the organisation's policies and the clinical governance agenda.
13. To ensure that high standards of nursing care are given and maintained.
14. Actively contribute to developing the service to enhance the care and support available to patients and families.
15. Be responsible for own continued professional development to maintain up-to-date knowledge across the palliative care trajectory.
16. To be aware of the political and national influences affecting clinical care, such as NICE guidance / End of Life Care Strategy.
17. To abide by the guidelines and Code of Conduct of the Nursing & Midwifery Council and the regulations and standards of the Care Quality Commission.
18. Ensure the ward environment is safe, clean and tidy and adhere and comply with the Hospice's Infection Control Policy, dress code, and all other policies and guidance.
19. Work at all times in accordance with Myton policies, guidelines and procedures.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) degree or diploma level
• Current NMC registration

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to place patient and family at centre of care
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organisational ability
• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Creative, resourceful & imaginative
• Excellent role model
• Ability to critically analyse research and apply evidence-based practice
• Team player
• Good IT skills
• Commitment to the Myton values

Desirable

• Teaching and assessing skills

Other

Essential

• The right to work in the UK (we cannot provide sponsorship)
• Flexibility with working hours

Experience

Essential

• Post-registration experience
• Experience of needs assessment / care planning
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding
• Familiar with systems for quality, clinical governance and clinical audit

Desirable

• Experience caring for patients with complex health needs
• Experience working in a palliative care setting
• Experience of caring for patients and families with life-limiting / life-threatening conditions

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Myton Hospices

Address

Coventry Myton Hospice

Clifford Bridge Road

Walsgrave

COVENTRY

CV2 2HJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist the theatre team in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care

After competency assessment, undertake appropriate clinical procedures in the clinical skills in all areas of care delivery

Take responsibility for ordering and maintenance of stock levels, of specialist items and resources in the unit.

Assist in the smooth running of theatre lists by sending for patients as required and escorting patients from theatre to recovery area with the appropriate handover.

Undertake the checking-in procedure when receiving patients from the ward into the Anaesthetic Room,

Participate in peri-operative care team

Assist in the cleaning and maintenance of the clinical environment and theatre equipment

Organise the required equipment and medical staff needed for the list.

Take responsibility for the decontamination and disinfection of scopes and specialist probes

Monitor the patients condition and take appropriate action if there is any cause for concern

Discharge patients to the ward or Recovery Area

For further information, please refer to the attached job description and person specification

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ3/equivalent experience in care/care related subject
• Level 3/equivalent experience in direct care

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of Essence of Care benchmarking

Other

Essential

• Reputation for high standard of patient care
• Supportive of colleagues and patients

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Basic IT skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB TITLE: SENIOR PATIENT CO-ORDINATOR/RECEPTIONIST

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Practice Manager - Cath Turner, Operations Manager Shella Hollister

SUPERVISOR:

RESPONSIBLE FOR: The provision of an efficient and caring service to the patients of the Practice.

DUTIES GENERAL RECEPTION

To maintain strict confidentiality at all times. To open the premises if required, open shutters, check heating and ventilation and turn off the alarm. Ready the premises for work.

To lock up the premises if required, closing shutters and switching on intruder alarm and generally securing the building. A doctor should always be present on your departure.

To ensure that enquiries from patients are efficiently and courteously handled.

To ensure that the filing, record keeping and distribution of documents is undertaken efficiently and promptly.

To receive and route patients and visitors on their arrival.

Answer general enquiries, explain surgery procedures, make new and routine appointments.

File and extract records and any documents relating to these.

Implement actions as defined by the doctors and nurses in relation to Test Results.

Receive and record requests for home visits.

Ensure that adequate supplies of stationery, towels and couch rolls area available in the consulting rooms and reception area.

Take messages for all members of the Primary Care Team and record them accurately on the computer, ensuring that messages are passed on promptly.

Tidy reception area and check cleanliness of patients toilet.

Attend staff meetings and Away Days as requested.

Accept requests from patients for completion of forms, eg. medicals etc. by GPs and informing patients if a fee is payable.

Taking and entering fees for non NHS work in the petty cash book, giving change and verifying cheques. Giving patients receipts for monies received. Using and processing card machine.

Photocopy documents as and when required.

Shred confidential documents as and when required.

Issue computerised prescriptions.

Clear up spills, eg. vomit, blood, when necessary according to Practice protocol.

Maintain the items in the spills bucket.

Attend training courses as and when requested, to do so for the mutual benefit of the employee and employer, on the understanding that no expense will be incurred by the individual save for refreshments.

DUTIES SENIOR RECEPTIONIST

Manage reception team co-ordinate and create agendas for regular reception & GP/Reception meetings

Liaise with clinical, admin staff and management cascade information, protocols, procedures etc to reception team

Co-ordinate advertising/patient information and manage reception cover for annual Flu Clinics

Log reception sickness and overtime in reception diary

Manage reception email and support admin staff managing safeguarding email

Train and induct new team members

Regularly meet with Operations Manager discuss issues, information, staff support

Carry out any other duties as mutually agreed between employer and employee.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Basic Education

Experience

Essential

• Experience of reception work
• Experience in supervisory role
• Experience of talking to people on the telephone and face to face

Desirable

• Worked in medical environment

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

Priory Road Medical Centre

Address

Priory Road

Swindon

SN3 2EZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full breakdown of the duties and responsibilities for this post, please see the job description and person specification attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Training

Essential

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
• MB, BS or equivalent
• MRCP/MRCPCH/FRCA or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher degree (BSc, MD etc.)

Experience

Essential

• Advanced life support training
• Minimum of three years of specialist cardiology training

Desirable

• Experience in inherited cardiac conditions and genetics

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Ability to conduct clinical audit
• Ability to initiate and supervise research
• Broad range of IT skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Desirable

• Advanced knowledge of cardiovascular disease
• Understanding of service development

Other

Essential

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Leadership skills with an ability to cope with difficult situations

Desirable

• Experience and track record of education, training and teaching

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

Evelina London Children's Hospital

Westminster Bridge Road

London

SE1 7EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role sits within a Project Management Office and will provide support to the PMO work programme. In addition the post holder will be required to support the named service lead for specific projects assigned to the and to line manage the Band 5 Assistant Project Manager.

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

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Degree Level Qualification

Desirable

• Project Mgt Qualification ( P2)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of successfully delivering projects
• Interpretation of National Policy

Desirable

• Previous Experience of working in the NHS

Skills

Desirable

• Welsh Language Speaking & Listening Skills (Level 3 and above/B2)

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

The Hub

Gwaun Elai

Llantrisant

CF72 8XR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (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

• Emergency Eye Care: Deliver high-standard, compassionate nursing care to patients attending the urgent emergency eye service.

• Diagnostic Testing: Perform a range of specialized ophthalmic diagnostic tests. Full, comprehensive training will be provided, making this a fantastic career development step even if you are new to ophthalmology.

• Clinical Skills: Undertake clinical procedures including IV cannulation and phlebotomy .

• Patient Flow & Support: Work efficiently as part of a multidisciplinary team to manage a high-volume daily clinic safely and effectively.

• Qualifications: Valid NMC Registration as an Adult Nurse .

• Skills & Attributes:

  • Proficiency or a willingness to rapidly build confidence in IV cannulation and venepuncture.

  • A proactive, energetic approach to nursing, with the physical resilience needed for a fast-paced, ambulatory environment.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills under pressure.

• Flexibility: Ability to work 4 days per week within our operational window (07:30 18:00), which must include some Saturdays.

• Comprehensive, structured training program provided for all ophthalmology-specific diagnostic tools and clinical duties.

• Valuable specialized experience in ophthalmic nursing and emergency triage.

• Supportive, friendly multidisciplinary team dedicated to high-quality patient care and staff development.

Working Pattern: 4 days per week (Must include some Saturdays, 07:30 18:00). No nights, no Sundays.Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information or informal enquiries, please contact: Victoria Abayomi at 01392 406043, Email: [email protected]

This is a fixed term contract until 29/08/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

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 and Exeter Hospital

Barrack Road

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ready to join a passionate and professional team?

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

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good documentation skills
• Adaptability

Communication skills

Essential

• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above

Qualifications/Knowledge

Essential

• NVQ level 3, or equivalent level of knowledge of clinical laboratory duties, acquired through experience and training

Desirable

• Knowledge of hospital specialities

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a clinical laboratory.

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy

CF72 8XR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Autonomously assess patients using highly developed clinical skills and clinical judgement to plan and implement often complex care for patients whilst being accountable for the care provided ensuring care meets the needs of individual patients

Make clinical judgements involving a range of facts and situations which require analysis or comparison of a range of options

Provide expert and specialist advice related to assessment, diagnosis, management and treatment of condition/s for first point of contact through to discharge or referral

Deliver expert and specialist clinical care which may involve a range of advanced clinical skills, e.g. physical assessment of patients using clinical skills, inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation, cranial nerve examination, breast examination, reduction/manipulation of dislocations and fractures to major joints and limb threatening injuries in addition to more minor injuries.

Develop, deliver and evaluate the emergency care to meet the needs of patients and carers

Ensure the delivery of an environment where health promotion and informed patient choice is encouraged and developed to its maximum potential, with the available resources

Take a lead in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care for individual patients in partnership with the patient and the multidisciplinary team

Demonstrate expert and specialist knowledge and skills through practice of the highest standard

Autonomously plan and organise patient care, with an ability to prioritise own caseload within the department based on the short and longer term clinical needs of individual patients

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• RN, current NMC registration or Paramedic or Allied Health Professional with a Registered Professional qualification
• Relevant degree
• Non-medical prescribing qualification
• Clinical skills course (Level 7)
• ALS or APLS provider status
• A teaching qualification

Desirable

• Paediatric Clinical skills
• ATLS
• ALS/APLS Instructor
• ATNC
• GIC course

Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude

Essential

• Expert knowledge, clinical skills and experience in urgent care / emergency medicine
• Advanced clinical skills and history taking
• Work autonomously as well as part of a multidisciplinary team
• High level of interpersonal and communication skills

Experience

Essential

• Significant emergency / urgent care practitioner experience
• Clinical care, assessment, diagnosis and care planning
• Experience of change management
• Substantial experience of care delivery
• Evidence of innovation in practice

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

Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Queen Elizabeth Avenue

Gateshead

NE9 6SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be a high-profile, dynamic nurse with a keen attention to detail and a holistic approach to care. As an accessible and responsive leader, they will hold 24-hour responsibility for patient care, staff coordination, service delivery, and resource management within a defined area. They will make informed decisions within their professional scope, involving patients and the public to meet agreed clinical standards and targets. The role includes managing and coordinating staff and clinical activities within the departments liaison team, playing a key role in the multidisciplinary team, and leading change management initiatives within the haemoglobinopathy service. Strong communication links with divisional operational management and other stakeholders will be essential to ensure staff are effectively briefed and supported.

The post holder will provide specialist support and advice to healthcare professionals locally and regionally, working closely with patients to reduce hospital length of stay, promote independence, and encourage adherence to treatment plans and appointment attendance. They will lead a team of liaison sisters who support patients in the community, conducting home visits to assess individual needs and tailor support accordingly. Much of the work will focus on hospital avoidance, promoting compliance, and improving overall patient outcomes.

A full UK driving licence and daily access to a personal vehicle are required, as the role involves occasional lone working during home visits, necessitating vigilance and thorough risk assessment. The post holder will be required to prescribe medications to patients therefore a having the non-medical prescriber qualification is essential.

Person Specification

Scoring during shortlisting

Essential

• Qualification- Nursing
• Haematology experience
• Prescribing qualification
• Team leader experience
• Extensive relevant post registration experience.

Desirable

• Counselling qualification
• Post graduate qualification relevant to clinic specialty in haematology
• Leadership or management qualification
• Masters degree or working towards

Shortlisting

Essential

• Qualification- nursing
• Haematology experience
• Prescribing qualification
• Team leader experience
• Extensive relevant post registration experience.

Desirable

• Counselling qualification
• Post graduate qualification relevant to clinic specialty in haematology
• Leadership or management qualification
• Masters degree or working towards

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

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

Midland Metropolitan University Hospital

Grove Lane

Smethwick

B66 2QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Clinical Services, the Clinical Lead Mental Health Nurse (RMN) has clinical accountability for complex mental health and psychological care service users on their caseload in the community. You will be instrumental in ensuring the safe deployment of appropriate staff to deliver a professional, safe, and person-centred service, adhering to Cera Care's Policy on Patient Safety and Risk Management, with a particular focus on psychological safety.

You will ensure complex mental health Service Users receive evidence-based, recovery-focused care and clinical input where required. This role involves developing and training carers and nurses in mental health principles, complex needs management, and crisis intervention. You will assess the service users' mental health needs, risks (including drug and alcohol misuse, self-harm and suicide), and devise individual, holistic, detailed mental health care and crisis plans that are regularly evaluated.

The (RMN) will contribute to a national on-call rota for advice and colleague cover. Developing strong, collaborative relationships across the multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs), including GPs, psychiatrists, social workers, and local mental health services, is key. You will also work alongside the Head of Clinical Services and Service Director to support in ongoing business development, specifically relating to complex mental health care pathways.

Responsibilities

General Standards

• To act in a professional manner and strictly adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct.

• To adhere to Cera Care policies and procedures, with a focus on Mental Health Act (1983/2007) principles and safeguarding vulnerable adults in the context of mental illness.

• Contribute to external regulatory and compliance inspections.

• To adhere to company data protection policy and procedures and GDPR guidelines, paying special attention to the confidentiality of sensitive mental health information.

• To report any area of clinical concern, particularly related to deterioration of mental state, crisis, or risk, to the Head of Clinical Services and Service Director and escalate as per company policy.

Professional Accountability

• To report any areas of operational concerns to the Head of Clinical Services and Service Director as per company policy.

• To maintain their own personal and professional development in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and specific mental health nursing competencies.

• To support with implementing the Nursing and Care Strategy company-wide, ensuring the integration of mental health best practices and trauma-informed care.

• To support the Head of Clinical Services and Service Director in specific national/regional mental health-focused projects.

• To keep updated and ensure CPD and revalidation is agreed in the annual appraisal., focusing on areas like psychological therapies, psychopharmacology, or specific complex mental illnesses (e.g., psychosis, complex trauma).

• Post holder must be aware of their own individual responsibilities and boundaries as regards to Service user quality, psychological safety, and care experience.

• Work within the boundaries of their registration.

Operational Management

• Be visible and knowledgeable about the Service Users in the caseload by conducting regular risk assessments, psychological reviews, and proactive home visits.

• Supporting individuals, their families and carers when faced with unwelcome news and life-changing diagnosis

• Discussing and sharing information with key stakeholders on a client's condition, behaviour, activity and responses

• Ensuring the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times

• Recognising issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and knowing when to escalate.

• Regular face-to-face home visits with Service Users on the caseload to supervise and ensure evidence-based, person-centred mental health care is being delivered by carers.

• To be an integral part of the clinical team, attending and contributing to team meetings at pre-arranged locations, which are likely to involve travel and an overnight stay.

• To support growth by working alongside the Head of Clinical Services and Service Director in developing complex mental health care packages.

• Take an active role in the recruitment and retention of care staff with appropriate mental health awareness and skills for complex mental health clients.

• To respond to clinical complaints in conjunction with the manager, relating to quality of psychological care or crisis management, as per company policy and risk management.

• Report to the Head of Clinical Services and Service Director any branch issues that may arise on a weekly basis.

• Submission of regular clinical mental health reports and updates through to the ICB or LA regarding their packages as per contractual agreements.

• Updating the Head of Clinical Services and Service Director of weekly patient trackers, including mental state and risk level changes.

• Attend annual appraisal with the Head of Clinical Services.

• To participate and have a regular 1:1 with the Head of Clinical Services.

• To participate in professional development meetings.

Team Working, Planning and Organising

• Work collaboratively with members of the clinical team, operational staff, and branch staff, ensuring effective communication, particularly when handing over risk-related information.

• Effectively prioritise own workload, balancing routine care with urgent mental health crisis response.

• Gain knowledge of pending Service Users and plan accordingly, focusing on initial mental health risk profiling.

Clinical, Compliance and Organising

• Maintain clinical updates and evidence of CPD and revalidation

• Ensure that all Service user Safeguarding issues, including those related to self-neglect or mental capacity, are raised in accordance with Cera Care policy.

• Work alongside quality teams for auditing and improvement of mental health care quality.

• Monitor, review, and update current complex mental health care plans in a timely manner as discussed with all key stakeholders.

• In conjunction with the key stakeholders, give advice on quotations for clinically led mental health and psychological healthcare packages.

• Ensure that carer clinical supervisions are completed for all staff involved in case-managed clients at regular intervals, including focused discussion on the emotional impact of supporting Service Users with severe mental illness.

• Provide specialist mental health advice and support where appropriate to all branch and care staff with regards to complex clients.

• Train and assess carers and nurses working within your clinical caseload on topics like de-escalation, motivational interviewing, and understanding complex mental illnesses. Additional training may be required for other areas of the company on an ad hoc basis and must be managed in your clinical training workload.

• Attend all mandatory training and updates.

Health and Safety

• To be responsible for following company Health and Safety policy., including specific procedures for lone working with potentially aggressive or highly distressed Service Users.

Clinical Governance

• Have strong awareness of Clinical Governance and its effect on practice. Actively promote the understanding and awareness of the need for clinical governance in the day to day running of the business, particularly around risk management and crisis planning in mental health care.

Dignity at work

• Set a professional example through your own behaviour.

• Ensure the Company policy is implemented within the area of responsibility, including using judgment to correct standards of conduct or behaviour which could be construed as harassment and to remind staff of these standards.

• Be aware of bullying and harassment in the workplace and act with integrity, following company policy

• To promote equal opportunities for all, monitoring own practices and those of the team to ensure actions are taken to re-enforce that discrimination is unacceptable.

Qualifications and Skills

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with Active NMC registration.

• Minimum of Diploma in Nursing.

• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in mental health settings (e.g., Crisis Team, Inpatient Unit, Community Mental Health Team, Complex Needs).

• Excellent communication and advanced therapeutic skills.

• Proven management and leadership experience, particularly in leading clinical supervision or teams.

• Effectively manages own workload and is skilled in prioritising mental health risks.

• Is a strong team player and collaborative worker across multidisciplinary lines.

• Good previous attendance record.

• Flexible approach to working hours and practices, including the ability to participate in an out-of-hours advice service.

• Must be a car driver with own transport

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with Active NMC registration.
• Minimum of Diploma in Nursing.

Desirable

• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in mental health settings (e.g., Crisis Team, Inpatient Unit, Community Mental Health Team, Complex Needs).
• Excellent communication and advanced therapeutic skills.
• Proven management and leadership experience, particularly in leading clinical supervision or teams.

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

Cera Care Ltd

Address

39 Ayres Road

Old Trafford

Manchester

M16 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of what this role entails

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife on part 2 of the NMC professional register
• Degree/diploma relevant to speciality
• Mentor/assessor training or willing to work towards

Desirable

• NIPE Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Post registration in continuous clinical practice
• Successfully completed a preceptorship programme
• Evidence of working in all areas of midwifery

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

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

Midland Metropolitan Hospital

Grove Lane

Smethwick

B66 2QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to A Level/ NVQ Leve 3 or equivalent
• Higher National Certificate in health and social care or equivalent

Desirable

• ECDL qualification
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Customer Care training
• Foundation degree level or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Relevant and recent experience working in a senior Administrative role
• Experience of working in a hospital health care setting
• Experience of using NHS IT/ Database systems
• Experience of discharge processes
• Understand the importance of confidentiality
• Supports patient equality and diversity

Desirable

• Medical terminology

Skills

Essential

• Good IT skills to include use of Microsoft packages: word, outlook, excel and other Microsoft office software packages
• Ability to draft routine correspondence
• Ability to collate data and produce reports

Other Requirements

Essential

• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Able to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a busy team and encourage collaborative 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.

Employer details

Employer name

West London NHS Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

London

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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