Job description

Job responsibilities

Integrated Discharge Team

Work collaboratively with a range of multidisciplinary and organisational teams across both hospital and community settings.

Facilitate safe and timely discharge for patients receiving End-of-Life care and those requiring Department of Health Fast Track or 100% Continuing Healthcare funding.

Promote clear and effective communication between patients, relatives, carers and professional colleagues to ensure seamless care delivery, including the exchange of sensitive clinical information.

Support effective information sharing across organisations to maintain continuity of care throughout the patient journey.

Represent community services at multidisciplinary meetings and case conferences.

Enable and empower patients and their families/carers to participate in discharge planning, promoting independence, choice and informed decision-making.

Assess and prescribe equipment required for discharge to promote patient safety and support effective care delivery within the community.

Provide clinical supervision and participate in regular one-to-one sessions with delegated members of the team.

Recognise and manage challenges associated with cross-boundary working, particularly in relation to patients with complex needs and multiple care pathways.

Contribute to the GP Liaison Service by receiving referrals for same-day assessment within the Acute Trust and managing these effectively, with a focus on avoiding unnecessary admission where appropriate.

Ensure that all patients are treated with dignity, compassion and respect at all times.

Rapid Response

Prevent avoidable hospital admissions through comprehensive assessment, care planning, implementation, treatment and evaluation of care packages tailored to individual patient needs, in accordance with Trust policies and guidelines.

Support admission avoidance by assessing, coordinating and delivering specialised care packages for patients.

Undertake a range of core nursing interventions, including intravenous antibiotic administration, wound care, clinical observations, pressure area care and risk assessments such as PURPOSE-T and MUST.

Undertake advanced clinical procedures including intravenous therapy, cannulation, syringe driver management and catheterisation.

Perform diagnostic procedures and tests, where competent, to gain a comprehensive understanding of a patients condition, including ECGs, phlebotomy, blood glucose monitoring, Point of Care Testing and interpretation of blood results.

Prescribe medication, where appropriately qualified and authorised, in accordance with independent nurse prescribing standards and professional guidelines.

Work autonomously, using advanced clinical skills and nursing knowledge to assess, plan and deliver episodes of care, referring to other services where appropriate to support patient outcomes.

Facilitate effective communication between patients, relatives, carers and professional colleagues to ensure coordinated and seamless care.

Respond to urgent referrals from health and social care professionals, using sound clinical judgement and triage skills to assess, plan and implement evidence-based interventions.

Gather, analyse and interpret information from referrers, making informed decisions and advising on the most appropriate care pathway for the patient.

Assess and prioritise unscheduled requests for nursing intervention, ensuring allocation to the most appropriately skilled clinician.

Ensure that all patients are treated with dignity, compassion and respect at all times.

Be accountable for the holistic assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care packages and treatment interventions.

Identify and manage complications associated with patient care, implementing interventions that support patients to remain safely at home wherever appropriate. Maintain accurate and contemporaneous records.

Refer patients to other services and agencies as appropriate, including Social Services and specialist teams.

Recognise and escalate unforeseen crisis situations relating to staffing, caseloads, support networks or supervision, escalating risks, actions and outcomes to senior colleagues/team members as required.

Manage personal workload and support team workload management to ensure effective delivery of community care and reduce inappropriate hospital admissions.

Coordinate and oversee complex packages of care involving multiple professionals and agencies, providing specialist advice to patients and families to support informed decision-making.

Take responsibility for maintaining and developing the clinical skills and knowledge required to support safe care for patients on the caseload.

Participate in maintaining standards of care within the team, supporting the teaching, coordination, deployment and supervision of staff in accordance with their skills, knowledge and development needs. Participate in workforce planning, including annual leave, sickness and study leave cover, where required.

Be accountable for the effective management, prioritisation and delegation of work for both self and team members. Develop personalised, evidence-based care plans and ensure care is delivered by the most appropriate member of the multidisciplinary team.

Provide education and health promotion to patients and carers regarding their condition, treatment, potential side effects and expected outcomes, encouraging self-management, independence and resilience.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• RGN
• Educated to degree level or equivalent e.g. Community Specialist practitioner / PgDip
• Evidence of CPD
• MSPP or equivalent

Desirable

• Post Graduate study in relevant area
• Independent Nurse Prescribing or willingness to undertake

Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience
• Understanding of staff and resource management
• Understanding of multidisciplinary team working and collaborative care delivery
• Ability to work within a skill mixed team, working within quality standards
• Knowledge of discharge planning processes
• Demonstrate an understanding of research and its impact on clinical practice
• Knowledge of DoH Continuing Health Care process - Fast Track funding
• Evidence of involvement in project development work or health promotion group work
• Ability to demonstrate experience and knowledge of clinical governance and audit

Desirable

• Experience of working within a high ethnic population
• DN / Community experience
• Demonstrate an understanding of Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005
• Experience of discharge planning within an Acute Trust setting
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of DoH Continuing Health Care processes - Checklists, Decision Support Tool, review

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of up to date clinical competencies (Acute patient ass skills, recognition of red flags, venepuncture, cannulation, IV administration, Syringe Driver Management/Palliative symptom management control, catheter management, triage and prioritisation skills
• Time Management and prioritisation skills, ability to work under pressure in a changing work environment
• Ability to work flexibly as part of a team.
• Leadership skills with a high level of self-awareness
• Ability to manage and lead a team effectively
• Ability and experience to work autonomously as an independent practitioner
• Ability to work across organisational and professional boundaries
• Evidence of IT literacy, including standard keyboard skills and proficiency in systems such as Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Relevant clinical competencies in patient assessment and diagnosis, palliative care, intravenous therapy administration, and syringe driver management
• Evidence of managing complex discharges using a multi-agency approach
• Teaching, facilitation, and presentation skills
• Experience of managing patients with acute and chronic long-term conditions
• Evidence of effective communication skills with internal and external agencies and care partners

Desirable

• Experience of Systmone
• Experience of hospital IT systems

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

Luton & Dunstable Hospital / The Poynt

The Poynt unit 2-3

Luton

LU4 0LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Scope of the Role

Act as the primary point of contact for patients presenting with musculoskeletal conditions within primary care, providing expert assessment, diagnosis and management of a wide range of presentations, including complex and undifferentiated conditions.

Deliver advanced clinical decision-making to support timely access to appropriate treatment, investigations and onward referral where required.

Facilitate effective communication and coordination across primary, community, acute, specialist and social care services to ensure seamless patient pathways.

Provide clinical leadership and management duties to support the development and delivery of high-quality MSK services across Primary Care Networks (PCNs).

Promote understanding and demonstrate the value and impact of the FCP model on patient outcomes, service delivery and referral patterns.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with healthcare providers, partner organisations, local authorities, voluntary sector organisations and patient groups.

Contribute to service development, quality improvement, audit, research and evaluation activities to support evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Monitor, evaluate and communicate service outcomes and performance measures to stakeholders and senior management teams.

Clinical Responsibilities

Provide expert first-contact assessment, diagnosis and management for patients presenting with musculoskeletal symptoms and conditions.

Utilise advanced clinical reasoning and assessment skills to manage patients with complex MSK presentations, multiple comorbidities, persistent pain and associated psychosocial factors.

Independently determine appropriate investigations, including diagnostic imaging and pathology tests, and interpret results to support clinical decision-making.

Manage a clinical caseload autonomously, maintaining accountability for all clinical decisions and interventions.

Identify and appropriately manage red flags, serious pathology and non-MSK conditions, ensuring effective safety-netting and escalation where required.

Refer patients appropriately to specialist services, including orthopaedics, rheumatology, neurology, pain services, rehabilitation services and other healthcare professionals.

Support patients to self-manage their conditions through education, rehabilitation and referral to community-based support services, including social prescribing opportunities.

Undertake advanced clinical interventions within scope of practice and competency, which may include non-medical prescribing and injection therapy where appropriately qualified.

Service Leadership, Professional Practice and Consultancy

Provide clinical leadership for the development and delivery of FCP and MSK services across the PCN.

Contribute to the strategic development, implementation and review of MSK pathways, referral guidance and models of care.

Promote integrated multidisciplinary working across primary, community and secondary care services.

Lead or contribute to service improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes, productivity and service efficiency.

Support the development and implementation of policies, procedures and governance frameworks that promote quality, safety and effective risk management.

Monitor service performance against agreed objectives, standards and KPIs, identifying opportunities for improvement where required.

Represent the FCP service at internal and external meetings, professional forums and system-wide initiatives.

Participate in the investigation and management of incidents, complaints and clinical governance matters as required.

Education and Workforce Development

Provide education, training and specialist advice to GPs, primary care professionals and multidisciplinary colleagues to support effective MSK assessment, referral and management.

Contribute to clinical supervision, mentorship and professional development of FCPs and other healthcare professionals.

Maintain and demonstrate advanced clinical competence through continuing professional development and lifelong learning.

Support workforce development initiatives by identifying skills gaps and contributing to workforce planning across the PCN and wider MSK workforce.

Communication and Partnership Working

Act as an ambassador for the FCP service, promoting the role and its benefits across primary care and wider healthcare systems.

Communicate highly complex and sensitive clinical information effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams.

Develop and maintain productive relationships with clinicians, managers, commissioners and partner organisations to support integrated service delivery.

Influence and support service development through effective stakeholder engagement, negotiation and change management.

Contribute to the dissemination of service improvements, clinical outcomes and best practice across local, regional and national networks.

Person Specification

Skills, Knowledge & Competencies

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills.
• Excellent IT skills in Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to work with and influence other grades of staff and professions Ability to use own initiative.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritise workload, work accurately under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to problem solve and think laterally.
• Good all-round clinical knowledge and practical clinical skills.
• Knowledge of national guidance .
• Demonstrated commitment to CPD.
• Strict adherence to patient confidentiality legislation.
• Responds well to constructive feedback.
• Empathetic & sensitive to patients & members of staff.
• Deals with patients & staff with honesty & integrity.
• Ability to work flexibly and reliably.
• Ability to travel to study days/other work locations using own or public transport.

Desirable

• Ability to develop services in designated area.
• Teaching and tutoring skills.
• Ability to affect and manage change with an ability to motivate others.
• Team building skills.
• Ability to manage time, people, and resources to deliver outcomes.
• Identifies and manages risk.

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC Registration
• Completion of an appropriate level 7 MSc in Advanced Clinical or Physiotherapy Practice or equivalent.

Desirable

• M-Level leadership module.
• Completion of M-level post-graduate non-medical prescribing course.
• Completion of M-level post-graduate Injection Therapy course.

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working in an Advanced practice role, or in an experienced senior role, working towards an Advanced Practice role, as a First Contact Practitioner, or in other MSK or Orthopaedic services.
• Evidence of managing patients with acute, chronic and complex MSK presentations holistically, with acknowledgement of comorbidities, medical health, mental health, pharmacological management and social environment.
• Evidence of an extensive role in the clinical education and supervision of less experienced staff, students, and assistants, including conducting appraisals
• Experience of and direct involvement in redesign within a service.
• Experience in delivering training and supervising others.
• Audit and/or practice research experience
• Experience of collaborative working in multidisciplinary settings.
• Experience of working through change in the workplace and recognition of the impact of change on behaviours and processes.

Desirable

• Project management
• Experience of policy, guideline, and service development
• Risk management
• Staff management

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

Quay Primary Healthcare CIC

Address

Unit 12 Guardian Point

Guardian Street

Warrington

WA5 1AU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://quayhealthcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 15th September 2026

Closing date: 30th September 2026

Shortlisting date: W/C 5th October 2026

Proposed Interview date: W/C 19th October 2026

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• First level Nursing Degree
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Intermediate Life Support
• ALS/ILS/ALERT course or equivalent
• Advanced Life Support (or working towards)
• Clinical assessment level 6 (or working towards)

Desirable

• Post reg qualification (Management of deteriorating patient or clinical examination/assessment and diagnostics) Level 6

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of NMC professional standards for practice contained within the code
• Research awareness and commitment to evidence-based practice
• Experience of clinical risk assessment & management of identified risk
• Understanding key features of Clinical governance
• Liaise with MDT members
• Demonstrate organisational leadership skills
• Ability to organise/prioritise workload
• Relevant skills in relation to risk management
• Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Evidence of good sound clinical knowledge and judgement in acute situations
• Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information

Other

Essential

• Periods of strenuous activity EG Cardiac compressions
• Frequent sitting or standing in a restricted position; occasional moderate effort for several short period.
• Continuous concentration as dealing with acute situations
• Decision making and time management in line with the deteriorating patient and escalation plan.
• Frequent concentration required for drug calculation and administration
• Dealing with frequent interruptions and competing demands
• Occasional distressing / highly distressing or emotional circumstances. Deals with patient complaints, conveys unwelcome news, complaints, concerns arising from incident communicated to patients and relatives
• May come into contact with Human bodily fluids
• Working in ward environment providing direct clinical care

Skills

Essential

• Venepuncture Competency
• Cannulation Competency
• Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non-verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent Interpersonal skills with the ability to network and build relationships at all levels
• Excellent organisational skills - prioritise and coordinate own workload
• Ability to de-escalate and escalate complex situations
• Ability to act as a change agent
• Computer literacy e.g., experience of electronic patient record

Desirable

• Porta Cath Competency
• Cortrack & Bridle Competency
• Arterial Blood Gas Competency

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Team budget management responsibilities to include signing off time sheets, expenses and ordering equipment needed for the effective delivery of the service

Supporting the Professional Lead with regards to managing the keyworker team budget

Provide Supervision to Keyworkers, support keyworkers with more complex cases and day to day operational management of keyworkers.

To increase the skills of front-line professionals, work alongside them and challenge the system.

To co-produce personalised pen pictures which are strengths based.

To work with partners in the area of Integrated Personal Budgets / Personal Health Budgets to develop creative solutions to individual needs.

Identify and report on themes and gaps in system wide service/provision, to inform commissioning intentions and wider workforce development.

To convene and chair multi-agency meetings and produce a needs and outcomes based Action Plan with timescales or needs and or update the CETR Action Plan.

To participate in the Dynamic at Risk Register as required, and promote usage of the DSR referral form and RAG rating system.

Engage with CYP and their families/carers and support the systems understanding of individual families, demonstrating resilience to support families.

Able to demonstrate the high level of communication skills required to deal with highly complex cases, or highly sensitive or contentious issues, able to communicate using sensitivity in highly emotional situations and overcome barriers such as language, impairment or hostility

Appreciate and learn from peoples stories and articulate this to inform service development and redesign.

Increase local community support to families, which will in turn reduce the demand on statutory services.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters level or equivalent professionally qualified practitioner, registered with a professional body: Social Worker, RMN and or RNLD, Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist, Teacher, Family Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Child Psychotherapist or Behaviour Analyst/Positive Behaviour Practitioner.
• NMC, HCPC or Social Worker England registration

Desirable

• Positive behaviour support training certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience of a range of Social Prescribing
• Experience of working with children and/or young people age 12 plus with learning disability, autism or both and complex needs and their families.

Desirable

• Managing and supporting complex cases that may be experiencing or approaching crisis

Knowledge

Essential

• Comprehensive knowledge of children's and related legislation, DOH guidance, including Children Act 1989 and 2004, disability and carer's legislation, Working Together, Assessment Framework, Adoption and Children Act 2002, Leaving Care Act 2000, Positive and Proactive Care April 2014.
• Legislative knowledge and awareness of locally available provision, as well as how to apply in practice.
• Knowledge of child development, Autism, Learning disabilities, attachment and trauma, and of personalised and coproduced care planning.
• Strong understanding of children's mental health and human rights.
• Strong, holistic understanding of the education, health and care system to fulfil Keyworking function of holding services to account

Desirable

• Ability to develop effective collaborative working across a dispersed area
• Skills in influencing positive partnership working
• Ability to develop high quality service delivery
• Excellent communication and interpersonal 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

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

Dragon Square

Stoke on Trent

ST5 7HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide high-quality, patient-centred clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management for patients presenting with acute and urgent medical problems within a general practice setting.

The postholder will work closely with the GP team and wider multidisciplinary team, providing safe and effective care to patients both within the practice and in their own homes. The role requires an experienced clinician who is able to work autonomously within their scope of practice, while recognising when further clinical support, escalation or referral is required.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with acute, urgent and undifferentiated medical conditions.
• Undertake face-to-face consultations and remote consultations where clinically appropriate.
• Conduct daily home visits for housebound and less mobile patients.
• Provide appropriate treatment, clinical advice, safety-netting and follow-up arrangements.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to patients who are acutely unwell or whose condition is deteriorating.
• Identify red flags and arrange appropriate escalation, referral or admission when required.
• Request, review and interpret relevant investigations within the scope of professional competence and agreed practice protocols.
• Prescribe safely and appropriately within the scope of practice and relevant prescribing authority, where applicable.
• Assess and manage common acute presentations, minor illnesses, minor injuries and acute exacerbations of long-term conditions.
• Provide appropriate clinical review and follow-up for patients requiring ongoing assessment.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and comprehensive clinical records.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers, colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, PCN staff and other members of the wider multidisciplinary team.

Clinical Governance and Patient Safety

• Practise in accordance with professional standards, relevant legislation, local policies and practice protocols.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with information governance requirements.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
• Participate in clinical audit, significant event reviews, quality improvement and other clinical governance activities.
• Ensure appropriate documentation, referral and follow-up of clinical care.
• Maintain professional registration, indemnity arrangements and continuing professional development.
• Work within professional competence and seek advice or support where necessary.
• Contribute to the safe and effective delivery of the practices acute care service.

Teamwork and Service Development

• Contribute positively to the development and improvement of acute care services within the practice.
• Work as part of a supportive, inclusive and collaborative team.
• Participate in practice meetings, clinical discussions, training and service development activities as appropriate.
• Support the effective use of digital systems and new ways of working.
• Share knowledge and experience with colleagues where appropriate.
• Demonstrate flexibility and contribute to the smooth and efficient running of clinical services.
• Promote the practices values of being Kind, Mindful and Proactive.

Communication and Working Relationships

The postholder will work closely with:

• GP Partners and salaried GPs
• Practice nurses and healthcare assistants
• Practice management and administrative teams
• Reception and care navigation staff
• PCN staff and wider multidisciplinary services
• Community and secondary care providers
• Patients, relatives and carers

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a registered Paramedic or Registered Nurse in an urgent care, emergency care, primary care or comparable clinical setting.
• Demonstrable experience assessing, diagnosing and managing patients presenting with acute and undifferentiated medical conditions.
• Experience undertaking comprehensive clinical assessments and developing appropriate management plans.
• Experience recognising the signs of clinical deterioration and escalating care appropriately.
• Experience managing clinical risk and working within professional scope of practice.
• Experience communicating effectively with patients, relatives, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Experience maintaining accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Experience working autonomously while seeking advice or support when required.
• Experience prioritising and managing a varied clinical workload.
• Experience working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience undertaking or willingness to undertake patient home visits.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a general practice or primary care setting.
• Experience managing same-day or urgent care presentations within general practice.
• Experience undertaking home visits and assessing housebound patients.
• Experience managing acute exacerbations of long-term conditions, such as asthma, COPD, diabetes or cardiovascular disease.
• Experience assessing and managing minor illness and minor injuries.
• Experience requesting, interpreting and acting upon clinical investigations, including blood tests and ECGs.
• Experience prescribing or working within a prescribing-led clinical service.
• Experience using EMIS Web or another primary care clinical system.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams, community services and secondary care providers.
• Experience contributing to clinical audit, significant event reviews, service development or quality improvement.
• Experience supporting or mentoring students, trainees or other members of the clinical team.
• Experience implementing new clinical pathways, digital systems or service improvements.

Qualifications

Essential

• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration as a Paramedic; or Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Relevant clinical experience in urgent care, emergency care, primary care or a comparable clinical environment.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to acute and urgent clinical assessment.
• Appropriate professional indemnity arrangements.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent advanced clinical training.
• Independent prescribing qualification.
• Relevant minor illness, minor injury or acute assessment qualifications.
• Immediate Life Support or Advanced Life Support certification.
• Additional postgraduate qualifications relevant to primary, urgent or emergency care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Knoll Medical Practice

Address

Orpington Health & Wellbeing Centre

19 Homefield Rise

Orpington

Kent

BR6 0FE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working autonomously within the parameters of the role leading and supporting junior staff and wider care team to implement the delivery of quality nursing care, contributing to the physical, psychological, social, recreational and spiritual care in a recovery-focused way through therapeutic engagement and activities, and taking steps to address any issues that arise.

Leading on and undertaking activities to ensure that the fundamentals of care are met - nutrition, hydration, hygiene, comfort, emotional and social support:

Co-ordinating and evaluating collaborative patient centred care; getting feedback and improving plans with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT).

Liaising and working positively with members of the multi- disciplinary team and partner organisations.

Administering, and monitoring the side-effects of, medication; monitoring service user compliance. Safety; safe custody of medicines, sharps, clinical equipment, report all incidents following trust policy.

Leading and supporting/teaching junior staff on risk assessment and risk management that involves making decisions based on knowledge of the research evidence, knowledge of the individual service user and their social context, knowledge of the service users own experience and clinical judgment.

Supporting and supervising junior staff to develop the management of care needs through: Initial data collection, Monitoring of individual service user / patient progress, Feedback and discussion

Producing reports and in-care reviews. Devising a plan of care and interventions in partnership with service user, carer and MDT.

Coordinating junior staff and the wider care team in providing hands-on care to service users and evaluating processes of care delivered. This will include: Undertaking 1-1 engagement with service users in an honest, open and non- judgmental way.

Recognising and valuing service users as individuals, acknowledging the importance of maintaining the service users respect and dignity at all times and ensure that the care provided respects equality and diversity.

Ensuring the monitoring and recording service user clinical observations are undertaken, such as physical observations and vital signs and treating or escalating as appropriate any signs or symptoms of deterioration or that does not fulfil the personal parameters to the relevant professional for treatment. Promote healthy lifestyles and give health promotion advice and support.

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Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content can become generic and fail to accurately reflect an applicant's individual experience. Applications that clearly demonstrate your own voice, reflections and experiences are often the most effective and help us better understand your suitability for the role.

Please be aware that information provided in your application and supporting statement may be explored further during the selection process. It is important that all applications accurately represent your own knowledge, skills and experience.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to provide quality care that is responsive to service user's needs, without close supervision
• Teaching ability
• Resilient: able to cope with difficult interpersonal situations.
• Advocates for all individuals, particularly those with protected characteristics; promotes equality and diversity

Desirable

• Problem solving, ability to identify problems, review options and take appropriate action without a predetermined framework

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of research-based/reflective practice, e.g. understanding and ability to use supervision to reflect on skills, attitude and knowledge and develop these by using evidence based practice.
• Significant relevant clinical experience
• Experience as a preceptor / mentor
• Knowledge of clinical governance and audit

Desirable

• Experience of taking responsibility for a ward / clinical unit.
• Experience of engaging / supporting clinical research projects
• Experience of recruitment and selection of staff

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Registered Adult Nurse and/or Registered Mental Health Nurse and/or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse
• Mentorship qualification

Desirable

• Master's degree

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

South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Tolworth Hospital

Red Lion Rd

Tolworth

KT6 7QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below.

As a Trust we are keen to offer and encourage flexible working opportunities to address health and wellbeing and work-life balance for our employees, this will have a positive impact on the care we provide.

Flexible working is part of a wider commitment to improve the quality and experience of working life and we recognise that it is a key contributor for the recruitment and retention of our employees.

We therefore support and encourage open conversations around a specific working pattern to suit your work-life balance or a multi-role career, if it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.

Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership between the line manager and employee in order to ensure equality of access to flexible working, as far as practicable, regardless of role, shift pattern, team or pay, based on: patient/service user and staff experience, service delivery and work-life balance of colleagues.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients.

We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.

To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at

https://join.humberhealthpartnership.nhs.uk/

In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Recruitment & Workforce team will use and hold your personal data for the intended purpose and in line with the Recruitment & Workforce Privacy Statement.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.

Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (current NMC)

Desirable

• Evidence of recent professional development

Occupational Experience

Essential

• Since gaining registration can demonstrate evidence of successful transition into registered nurse role, having completed preceptorship package
• Evidence of meeting requirements for NMC Revalidation

Desirable

• Experience in an acute hospital setting

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

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Grimsby, Scunthorpe and Goole

Diana Princess of Wales Hospital, Scartho road

Grimsby

DN33 2BA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

General duties

To maintain patient confidentiality and abide by Information Governance Standards at all times.

To maintain a healthy and safe environment for all patients, staff and visitors and demonstrate awareness of risk management and infection prevention and control.

To participate in agreed programmes of care ensuring that all care given is clearly and accurately documented in line within standards and seeking support from senior staff as necessary.

Following training and assessment of competence to educate the patient on how to self-manage lymphoedema.

To teach the patient on the cornerstones of lymphoedema management, including skin care, exercise, fitting of compression hosiery and self-lymphatic drainage. Record limb volumes.

To manage your workload/tasks as designated by the registered clinician leading the team.

To actively participate in clinical audit.

To ensure the maintenance of confidentiality including accurate and timely records.

To liaise with and provide relevant information to other members of the multidisciplinary team, both internally and externally.

To monitor stock levels and order products as required.

To have an awareness of costs of supplies and clinic budget.

With direction/supervision from Lymphoedema Practitioner, following a care plan once competencies completed, perform higher level of skills:

1) MLLB (Multi Layer Lymphoedema Bandaging)

2) Kinesio Tape

3) Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Therapy

4) Knowledge of Cellulitis and its management

5) To understand contra-indications in Lymphoedema management, to be aware of red flags and when to raise concerns with a Lymphoedema Practitioner.

6) To understand how Lymphoedema management can be modified in Palliative Care.

7) Under direction of the Lymphoedema Practitioner and following the care plan, fit compression garments in the patients home/Care Home following the Lone worker Policy.

To adhere to Teesside Hospice policies, procedures, guidelines and standards at all times and to promote these to others.

Adopt the role of link worker / link practitioner as required by the hospice management team.

Attend and participate in an annual appraisal and regular reviews of performance and objectives, identifying gaps in knowledge/skills and developing a plan to enhance service and self-development.

To encourage and promote the philosophy of Teesside Hospice and present a good public image, to co-operate with all staff in maintaining good relationships with outside agencies in order to uphold the charitys image and to win increased support for its work.

To be able to communicate effectively with all members of the team and to develop excellent relationships with community teams as appropriate to the role.

To participate in mandatory Clinical supervision or reflective practice as necessary as directed by the clinical leader.

To attend staff meetings and participate in other meetings as appropriate.

To undertake risk assessment and management to ensure that staff, families, and visitors are safe.

To be aware of the adult and child protection procedures and policy within Teesside Hospice, to attend all safeguarding training and to adhere to the Local Safeguarding Procedures at all times.

To participate in the induction of new staff to the department and wider hospice as necessary.

To support student nurses during their placement at Teesside Hospice and work alongside them as directed by the registered nurse.

To be able to carry out effective complaint, accident and incident reporting.

To play an active part in the Clinical Governance framework within the hospice.

To be aware of the Infection Prevention and Control policies and work in accordance with IPC procedures at all times.

To be aware of, and responsive to, the changing nature of the Hospice and adopt a flexible and pro-active approach to work.

To undertake administration changes in accordance with hospice policy

To ensure that your behaviour upholds the values of the hospice and strive to support the vision and mission of Teesside at all times.

Education & Training

Attend all mandatory training courses i.e. Resuscitation, Moving and Handling, and Health and Safety training.

Access THCF in-house training programme to further develop your knowledge.

Attend and complete relevant Lymphoedema Training, including Lymphoedema Theory and Practice.

Attend and complete clinical skills training relevant to Lymphoedema and chronic illness.

Maintain own Portfolio, and complete core competencies.

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Team working skills.
• Good listening and excellent interpersonal skills/communication skills.
• An ability to manage challenging situations.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum level NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care.
• A good standard of general education.

Personal Attributes Key skills

Essential

• Self-awareness and an ability to recognize stress and use coping mechanisms.
• Flexible, approachable and trustworthy.
• Commitment and interest in learning and personal development
• Commitment and interest in developing knowledge / skill in Lymphoedema and its management

Experience

Essential

• An understanding of what a person-centred approach.
• Some experience of working with patients with life limiting illness or end of life care.
• Understanding of and adherence to patient confidentiality

Desirable

• Understanding of safeguarding and preventing patients from abuse.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control.

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

Teesside Hospice

Address

5 Northgate Road

Linthorpe

Middlesbrough

TS5 5NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process. You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website.

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Band 5
• Good understanding of Clinical Pathology Accreditation (CPA), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), UK Blood Transfusion Service (UKBTS) and British Committee for Standards in Haematology (BCSH) guidelines.
• Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
• Evidence of completing a structured training programme in Transfusion and Transplantation Science.
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
• Band 6
• Science graduate with relevant post graduate training e.g. British Blood Transfusion Society specialist certificate or equivalent.
• Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

Essential

• Band 5
• Broad understanding of the NHSBT including its functions/departments and the wider healthcare community.
• In depth knowledge and understanding of the Biomedical Scientist role within NHSBT.
• Experienced in the use of a range of laboratory equipment.
• Broad Knowledge of transfusion and transplantation science.
• Competent in a range of manual scientific techniques.
• Band 6
• Broad science knowledge with a specialist knowledge of transfusion gained through previous experience working as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Evidence of working to the standards of Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Laboratory Practice, UKAS and other relevant or statutory guidelines.
• Experienced in prioritising and issuing work to other staff and monitoring progress to ensure deadlines are met.
• Experienced in specialised laboratory techniques using a wide range of complex equipment.
• Evidence of training and mentoring staff.

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

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Capitol Way

Barnsley

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role is to provide high quality nursing services, which includes health promotion, to the practice population in collaboration with the Primary Health Care Team, meeting the needs of the patients and supporting the delivery of the practice policies and procedures. The post holder will work within their professional competence in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice.

1. Professional Responsibilities

To work within NMC Guidelines and to agreed practice protocols

To maintain high standards of clinical practice by ensuring the application of available evidence based research and agreed protocols

To work in collaboration with the Primary Health Care team to address identified individual and population needs

To identify and address own learning needs by participation in the processes of personal professional and practice development planning

To access clinical supervision

To maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records and registers in accordance with practice policy

To maintain confidentiality in accordance with NMC and agreed Practice and Information Governance policy.

2. Clinical Responsibilities to include;

To manage treatment room consultations such as minor injuries, wound dressings and treatment of leg ulcers, suture removal, ear examination and syringing.

Administer routine injections in accordance with the practice policy i.e.

• Childhood and adult immunisations in accordance with national guidelines.
• Flu vaccinations, travel vaccines and completion of patient vaccination records.
• Anti-psychotic injections, Vitamin B12 injections and contraceptive injections.

To undertake nurse chronic disease consultations such as diabetes and asthma reviews.

Provide women's health services including cervical cytology and advice on contraception and the menopause according to practice policy.

To undertake investigative procedures including venepuncture and ECG

To prepare and assist with minor surgical procedures

To prepare and assist with the fitting of IUCDs

To prepare and assist with the removal of Implants

To assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by Lead Practice Nurse, GPs and Practice Business Manager.

To be responsible for the assessment of health needs of patients and the provision of care/treatment in conjunction with the GP, other members of the PHCT or independently, undertaken ongoing evaluation of the care/treatment outcomes, modifying practice as necessary and documenting progress.

3. Additional responsibilities

To liaise and refer to other health care professionals, attend and participate in practice meetings on a regular basis, report any areas of concern

To support and participate in the development of practice policies and protocols and the implementation of.

To attend and participate in practice meetings on a regular basis

To develop effective communication pathways with all members of the practice team.

To provide a friendly, happy and positive working environment for both staff and patients

To work with other members of the team towards the achievement of targets defined in raising standards in primary care.

To ensure your treatment room is fully stocked and clean at all times.

To ensure infection control guidelines are maintained.

To assist in and perform routine admin tasks related to patient care as directed by Lead Practice Nurse, GPs and Practice Business Manager.

The list of duties as outlined is not intended to be exhaustive, but indicates the main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Proven clinical practice (revalidation)
• Experience of utilising reflective practice.
• Experience of medical and surgical nursing care.
• At least 2 years post-registration.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice.
• An understanding of the current nursing agenda.
• Awareness of broader issues within Primary Care and the NHS.
• Understanding of safeguarding adults and children.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Good knowledge of NMC Code of Conduct and guidelines of professional practice.
• Health and safety awareness.
• Quality issues and Clinical Governance awareness.
• Awareness of need to demonstrate a professional appearance and
• behaviour.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Computer literate.
• Able to manage own workload.
• Punctuality and reliability.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Willingness to adapt to change as the organisation develops.
• Intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, dressings, ECG, venepuncture.
• Able to assist GPs with sterile procedures.
• Understanding of chronic disease management.

Desirable

• Knowledge of SystmOne.
• Flexible approach to working in line with service requirements.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or DipHE in Nursing Studies.
• Current registration with NMC on part one or two of the register as a
• trained nurse.
• Current revalidation.
• At least 2 years post registration experience in an acute or community setting.

Desirable

• Practice Nurse qualification/experience.
• Chronic condition management qualification, such as Warwick course, for diabetes, asthma, COPD.

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

Red House Surgery

Address

96 Chesterton Road

Cambridge

CB4 1ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are currently looking for clinical practitioners to join our friendly team at Lymington Urgent Treatment centre. This is an exciting opportunity to come and work in a busy, dynamic environment where the focus is on teamwork providing excellent and efficient care to our local community by offering an alternative health care choice and reducing pressures on local Emergency departments.

The Urgent Treatment Centre has approximately 20,000 attendances a year, both adults and children and we are proud of the service that we provide to our local community.

The successful applicant should have some experience working as an autonomous practitioner either in the Emergency Department or an urgent care setting, but other applicants may be considered on experience. Suggested previous roles could be Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Care Practitioner , Specialist Paramedic. The role will be ideal for gaining experience, knowledge and in assessing and treating patients with a wide variety of minor injuries and minor illnesses.

Partnering Health Group (PHL) are an established and expanding healthcare organisation responsible for providing a variety of urgent and primary health care services across Hampshire and are delighted to be providing the UTC in Lymington Hospital. The New Forest is a beautiful setting in which to provide high quality, safe services which improve the health, wellbeing and independence of the people we care for. We deliver these services to our community so you will feel a real sense of achievement and that your work makes a difference to local peoples lives.

Essential Criteria

• Registered with NMC or HCPC
• Experience working in primary care and/or urgent care setting
• Minimum 3 years post qualification experience
• Minor injury and illness qualification (ideally at level 7)
• At or working towards Masters qualification/or equivalent experience demonstrating advanced clinical practice
• You must be competent at taking a clinical history excluding red flags and undertake a physical examination of the patient for patients presenting with undifferentiated conditions
• You will be expected to ensure that mandatory education is kept updated as required by the policies of the organisation
• You will be expected to maintain a clinical portfolio that evidences advanced heath assessment skills and competencies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills written, verbal (Particularly listening skills)
• Clear understanding of professional responsibility and accountability.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise own workload
• Good clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis and management of acute Primary care presentations of minor illness and injury
• Be able to clear an enhanced DBS check/ Must be authorised to work in the UK

Desirable

• A&E experience
• Interpretation of lab results training
• IRMER trained
• Teaching and/or Mentorship qualification
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of Chronic Disease Management
• Familiar with Internet Healthcare resources

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with NMC or HCPC
• Experience working in primary care and/or urgent care setting
• Minimum 3 years post qualification experience
• Minor injury and illness qualification (ideally at level 7)
• At or working towards Masters qualification/or equivalent experience demonstrating advanced clinical practice
• You must be competent at taking a clinical history excluding red flags and undertake a physical examination of the patient for patients presenting with undifferentiated conditions

Desirable

• A&E experience
• Interpretation of lab results training
• IRMER trained
• Teaching and/or Mentorship qualification

Experience

Essential

• You will be expected to ensure that mandatory education is kept updated as required by the policies of the organisation
• You will be expected to maintain a clinical portfolio that evidences advanced heath assessment skills and competencies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills written, verbal (Particularly listening skills)
• Clear understanding of professional responsibility and accountability.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise own workload
• Good clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis and management of acute Primary care presentations of minor illness and injury
• Be able to clear an enhanced DBS check/ Must be authorised to work in the UK

Desirable

• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of Chronic Disease Management
• Familiar with Internet Healthcare resources

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

Partnering Health Ltd

Address

Lymington Urgent Treatment Centre

Wellworthy Road

Lymington

SO41 8QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

You will be a visible and approachable leader, capable of influencing at all levels, managing competing priorities and leading change within a fast-paced and rewarding environment. In return, you will gain exposure to complex operational challenges, strategic decision-making and opportunities to contribute to the future direction of a nationally recognised haematology service.

Lead the operational management and strategic development of a specialist Haematology Service within the Cancer Services Division, supporting a broad portfolio of malignant and non-malignant haematology services, including stem cell transplantation, coagulation and red cell disorders. The role combines operational leadership, workforce management and service planning to ensure the delivery of high-quality care for patients with complex needs. Responsibilities include driving service performance, patient experience, innovation and transformation initiatives, while managing complex HR matters and workforce challenges. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders across the organisation, the postholder provides visible and effective leadership, contributes to strategic decision-making, and supports the continued development of a nationally recognised haematology service.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent level of experience
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field (e.g. healthcare management, business administratio n)

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of managing staff.
• Significant managerial experience in a large and complex organisation.
• Proven experience in service improvement and development.
• Proven experience in business planning and the development and effective implementation of complex strategic and operational plans.
• Experience of effective monitoring of national target compliance.
• Proven experience in the effective management of budgets and effective leadership of staff.
• A proven record of success in managing change while maintaining high standards of quality.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a haematology, cancer, or other complex clinical service.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent staff management skills, including performance management and training.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including communication with senior levels within the organisation.
• Ability to work co-operatively with other management teams and develop effective working relationships within the directorate.
• Quality-focused, innovative approach and ability to solve complex problems.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary issues and commitment to multidisciplinary working.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Ability to operate effectively under pressure, be self-motivated, and use own initiative.
• Ability to negotiate and influence staff at all levels, including medical staff.
• Ability to adapt rapidly to work with different services and teams.

Desirable

• Understanding of the specific challenges facing haematology services, such as stem cell transplant pathways and national commissioning arrangements.

Values

Essential

• Demonstrates the ability to meet Trust values of Safety, Kindness, Teamwork and Improving.

Communication

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex or sensitive information clearly to a range of audiences including clinicians, patients and senior managers.
• Experience of presenting information effectively at senior management level.

Desirable

• Experience of leading on complaint responses or sensitive patient communications.

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Experience of supervising and managing staff, including performance management, appraisal and development.
• Commitment to own continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Experience of delivering training to staff.

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Evidence of political awareness and sensitivity to the high profile of the Trust.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of current issues and practices within the NHS.
• Understanding of confidentiality and the Data Protection Act.

Desirable

• Flexibility to work occasional early or late hours to support service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospitals

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• Hybrid working arrangements because NHSBT works nationally, were able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
• Flexible working options we promote flexible working where the role allows. Were happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions
• Supportive learning culture - weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

• Read about our application process
• Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking Apply if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Next steps

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Thursday 17th September 2026, however this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of application.

The assessment process for this role will include a single interview. Interviews are anticipated to be held on w/c 5thOctober2026 subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good understanding of Clinical Pathology Accreditation (CPA), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), UK Blood Transfusion Service (UKBTS) and British Committee for Standards in Haematology (BCSH) guidelines.
• Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

Essential

• Broad understanding of the NHSBT including its functions/departments and the wider healthcare community.
• In depth knowledge and understanding of the Biomedical Scientist role within NHSBT.
• Experienced in the use of a range of laboratory equipment.
• Broad Knowledge of transfusion and transplantation science.
• Competent in a range of manual scientific techniques.
• Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Birmingham Centre

Birmingham

United Kingdom

B15 2SG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Rota Management and Coordination

Prepare and maintain staff and clinical rotas using the Rota Master Excel system and other agreed systems.

Create room allocations so that Grove clinicians and supported services have suitable consultation rooms and avoid double bookings.

Check rotas for gaps, clashes and potential service risks before they are finalised.

Submit completed rotas for Partner approval and issue agreed rotas within the required timescales.

Upload and maintain staff rotas and appointment sessions on EMIS.

Make appropriate changes to appointment slots on EMIS when staffing or service requirements change.

Update rotas and EMIS promptly for annual leave, sickness and other absences.

Arrange locum sessions in advance where required to maintain safe and effective service provision.

Respond to rota queries and changes promptly and keep relevant staff informed.

Identify and escalate foreseeable staffing risks, including clinical shortages and red-flag days, to the Practice Manager.

Support the organisation of student and trainee placements, including inductions, timetables and room requirements for trainee doctors, paramedics, nurses and physician associates

Staffing and Service Coordination

Work with the Practice Manager, Partners, clinicians and wider Practice team to maintain effective staffing arrangements.

Monitor staffing requirements and service pressures and raise foreseeable rota risks promptly.

Support the implementation of agreed changes to rotas, appointment sessions and service arrangements.

Maintain accurate and timely rota information across agreed systems.

Communicate rota changes clearly and promptly to relevant staff and clinicians.

IT and Systems Support

Develop a good working knowledge of the Practice IT systems and applications used by reception. Provide day-to-day user support to reception staff and help troubleshoot routine system problems.

Support the use of EMIS, Accurx, telephone systems and other relevant Practice systems.

Use the EVAD telephone system confidently and produce agreed monthly reports for the Practice Manager.

Monitor reception system issues and liaise with external providers when faults affect patient services.

Support the introduction of new systems, applications and services, including staff training and guidance.

Use available data and reports to identify opportunities to improve reception staffing, processes and patient access.

Maintain appropriate awareness of data protection, information governance and secure patient record sharing.

Quality and Continuous Improvement

Promote safe and efficient rota planning and staffing practices.

Identify risks, recurring problems and service pressures arising from staffing and rota arrangements and raise them with the Practice Manager.

Use available data and reports to identify opportunities to improve staffing, processes and patient access.

Contribute to audits, significant event reviews and other quality improvement activities as required.

Manage time, workload and resources effectively and prioritise work according to patient and Practice needs.

Role Focus

Maintain accurate, safe and effective staff and clinical rota arrangements across the Practice.

Support timely coordination of rooms, sessions, absences, locum cover and trainee placements.

Ensure rota-related risks and changes are communicated and escalated appropriately.

Confidentiality and Information Governance

Maintain strict confidentiality at all times when handling patient, staff, clinician and Practice information.

Only share confidential or sensitive information with authorised individuals and in accordance with Practice policies and current requirements.

Handle patient records and information securely, including electronic and paper records.

Report any suspected confidentiality, information governance or data security concerns promptly to the appropriate manager.

Health and Safety

Follow the Practice Health & Safety and infection control policies and encourage the same standards within the relevant team.

Identify and report hazards, risks, accidents and other safety concerns promptly.

Use workplace security and personal safety procedures appropriately.

Keep relevant work areas organised and free from avoidable hazards.

Complete relevant training and apply safe working practices at all times.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Treat patients, carers, colleagues and visitors with dignity, respect and fairness.

Provide a welcoming, non-judgemental service and take account of individual needs and circumstances.

Respect privacy, dignity, beliefs and communication needs.

Follow Practice policies and relevant requirements relating to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Personal and Professional Development

Take responsibility for maintaining and developing the knowledge and skills required for the role.

Participate in Practice training and an annual performance review/appraisal.

Keep up to date with changes that affect the role, patient services, information governance and Practice procedures.

Share relevant learning with colleagues and support colleagues in developing their skills.

Communication

Communicate clearly, respectfully and professionally with patients, carers, colleagues, clinicians, management and external organisations.

Ensure important information is passed to the right people in a timely manner.

Adapt communication to meet individual patient and staff needs, including where alternative communication methods are required.

Handle difficult or sensitive conversations calmly and escalate issues when appropriate.

Contribution to Practice Services

Follow Practice policies, standards, guidance and agreed procedures.

Work with the Practice Manager, Partners, clinicians and wider Practice team to maintain effective services.

Support the implementation of new services, changes to processes and agreed improvement initiatives.

Participate in meetings, audits and other Practice activities appropriate to the role.

Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the level and responsibilities of the post

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of EMIS, Accurx, Anima and some AI background would be advantageous.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent

Desirable

• A Level or NVQ Administration Level 3 or equivalent 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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Grove Medical Centre

Address

The Grove

Church Road

Egham

Surrey

TW20 9QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://thegrovemc-egham.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key clinical responsibilities

• Assess and triage patients, including same-day and urgent presentations, and provide definitive treatment or appropriate onward referral
• Undertake face-to-face, telephone and, where appropriate, digital consultations in practice, patients homes, care homes and other community settings
• Undertake comprehensive history taking, physical examination and clinical assessment for patients with acute, chronic, complex or undifferentiated presentations
• Formulate differential diagnoses, identify red flags, assess clinical risk and determine the appropriate level and place of care.
• Initiate emergency care and escalation when required, including referral to ambulance, urgent community, secondary care or specialist services
• Treat minor illness and minor injury within competence and agreed local pathway
• Undertake and interpret appropriate investigations within competence, which may include observations, ECGs, urinalysis, blood glucose/ketones, blood tests, swabs and other point-of-care or diagnostic procedures available within the PCN
• Request, review and act on investigations where authorised and competent to do so, ensuring appropriate follow-up and safety-netting.

• Provide health promotion, prevention and self-management advice and support shared decision-making
• 3. Home visiting, frailty and proactive care
• Provide an alternative model for urgent and same-day home visits across the PCN, prioritising workload according to clinical need and risk
• Assess housebound, frail and vulnerable patients, including those with multimorbidity, deterioration or complex health and social care needs
• Contribute to care home support and ward rounds where this forms part of the agreed PCN service model
• Support anticipatory and personalised care planning, including escalation planning and coordination with the wider multidisciplinary team
• Identify opportunities to prevent avoidable hospital attendance or admission while recognising promptly when escalation is clinically necessary
• Work with community, urgent care, virtual ward, ambulance, pharmacy, social care, voluntary sector and other services to coordinate appropriate care.
• 4. Medicines management and prescribing
• Administer medicines in accordance with legislation, local policies, Patient Group Directions (PGDs), Patient Specific Directions (PSDs) and professional scope of practice
• Where appropriately qualified as an independent prescriber, prescribe, review and deprescribe medicines within competence and in accordance with NICE guidance, local formularies, antimicrobial stewardship principles and PCN/practice policies
• Provide patients and carers with appropriate information about medicines, including purpose, adherence, side effects, interactions and when to seek further advice.
• Recognise personal limits in relation to medicines and seek advice from GPs, clinical pharmacists or other appropriate clinicians when required.
• 5. Multidisciplinary and integrated working
• Work as an integral member of the PCN multidisciplinary team, collaborating with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, care coordinators, social prescribers, health and wellbeing staff, mental health practitioners and other allied health professionals
• Accept appropriate referrals and refer patients to other clinicians and services according to clinical need and agreed pathways.
• Communicate proactively and effectively with practices and partner organisations to ensure coordinated, person-centred care.
• Attend and contribute to PCN, practice, MDT, clinical, safeguarding, education and service-development meetings as required.
• Promote effective professional relationships across organisational boundaries and contribute to integrated neighbourhood working.

Person Specification

Clinical knowledge & skills

Essential

• Advanced history taking, clinical examination and assessment skills
• Ability to recognise deterioration, red flags and emergencies and escalate appropriately
• Ability to formulate differential diagnoses and evidence-based management plans within competence
• Understanding of safeguarding, consent, capacity, confidentiality and information governance
• Knowledge of medicines safety and relevant legal/professional frameworks
• Ability to document clearly, code accurately and provide robust safety-netting

Desirable

• Competence in ECG interpretation, phlebotomy and relevant point-of-care diagnostics
• Knowledge of frailty, anticipatory care, personalised care and admission avoidance pathways
• Knowledge of QOF/IIF and wider PCN contractual priorities

Other requirements

Essential

• Able and willing to travel between PCN sites and undertake home/community visits
• Ability to meet the physical and practical requirements of the role, with reasonable adjustments where required
• Satisfactory DBS and occupational health clearance as required

Desirable

• Full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle, subject to reasonable adjustment and organisational policy

Qualifications

Essential

• Master Level (Level 7) or working towards it.
• Has been signed off formally within the clinical pillar competencies of the paramedic FCP/AP roadmap to practice.
• Degree/diploma in Paramedic Science/Paramedicine or equivalent recognised qualification/experience
• Has a further three years experience as a band 6 (or equivalent)
• paramedic
• Current HCPC registration as a Paramedic
• Meets current eligibility requirements applicable to the role and funding route
• Evidence of relevant CPD and maintenance of professional competence

Desirable

• Independent/non-medical prescribing qualification
• Masters-level qualification or modules relevant to advanced practice
• Formal evidence of FCP/AP roadmap completion or equivalent advanced-practice recognition

Experience

Essential

• Substantial post-registration paramedic experience appropriate to autonomous primary care practice
• Experience assessing and managing a broad range of acute and undifferentiated presentations
• Experience of autonomous clinical decision-making and managing risk/uncertainty
• Experience of home/community visiting and managing patients with complex needs
• Experience of multidisciplinary working

Desirable

• Primary care/general practice experience
• Care home, frailty or urgent community response experience
• Experience of SystmOne
• Experience of audit, quality improvement, teaching or supervision

Personal attributes

Essential

• Able to work autonomously while recognising limits and seeking support appropriately
• Organised, adaptable and able to prioritise a variable workload
• Calm and effective under pressure
• Reflective, accountable and committed to continuous improvement
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and person-centred care

Desirable

• Evidence of contributing to service redesign or new models of care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Wilts Border PCN Ltd Company

Address

New Court Surgery

Borough Fields

Royal Wootton Bassett

Swindon

Wiltshire

SN4 7AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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