Job summary

Occupational Health and Wellbeing Nurse - 8-Week Fixed-Term Contract

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Team on an 8-week fixed-term contract.

This role will support the delivery of the annual Flu Vaccination Campaign, helping to provide flu vaccinations to colleagues across the organisation. Flexible working opportunities are available, with a variety of shifts and working days as the campaign will operate as a seven-day service.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience within Occupational Health while working as part of a supportive and experienced team. The successful applicant will receive the necessary training to develop the required knowledge and competencies, enabling them to undertake the role confidently and work with increasing autonomy.

The post can be based at either the Royal Lancaster Infirmary or Furness General Hospital

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job

• Work as part of the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Team to deliver a high-quality, professional service to colleagues across University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.
• Provide a comprehensive Occupational Health nursing service in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, working within agreed standard operating procedures and supporting the maintenance of SEQOHS-accredited standards while upholding Trust values.
• Support delivery of the NHS People Plan and NHS People Promise by promoting colleague health, wellbeing, engagement, and positive workplace culture.
• Support the annual Flu Vaccination Programme, including the safe storage, handling, transportation, and administration of vaccines in accordance with national and local guidance.
• Act as a visible and approachable Occupational Health presence across Trust sites, providing advice, guidance, and support to colleagues and managers.
• Contribute to proactive wellbeing strategies that focus on prevention, early intervention, health promotion, and positive vaccination uptake.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records in accordance with professional standards, information governance requirements, and Trust policies.
• Promote a positive experience for colleagues accessing Occupational Health and Wellbeing services, ensuring care is delivered with professionalism, compassion, and respect.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job summary

This post is only open to candidates with specialist cardiac clinical knowledge which is essential to the role.

We are seeking an experienced compassionate and motivated Cardiology Ward Manager to lead our inpatient cardiology unit. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled nurse with strong clinical expertise, comprehensive cardiac clinical knowledge and the ability and motivation to deliver outstanding patient centred care whilst inspiring and developing a multidisciplinary team. You'll be at the forefront of healthcare excellence, responsible for overseeing the daily operations , inspiring your team, and delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will provide visible and effective leadership ensuring the delivery of safe, high quality evidence based care for patients with a wide range of acute and chronic cardiac conditions.

This is pivotal role in the efficient functioning of a high-pressure environment, working in tandem with the current leadership team to ensure smooth operations, exceptional patient outcomes, and a cohesive team dynamic.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collaborative Leadership: Partner closely with the current leadership team to lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team. Foster a culture of collaboration, mutual support, and shared accountability to optimize patient care delivery.

2. Clinical Excellence: Uphold the highest standards of clinical care, overseeing the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acutely ill patients. Monitor patient progress, intervene as necessary, and champion evidence-based practices to enhance outcomes.

3. Operational Oversight: Manage the day-to-day operations of the AMU, including patient flow management, bed allocation, and resource utilization. Coordinate closely with the existing leadership team to streamline processes, and maximize efficiency.

4. Resource Management: Work collaboratively to allocate staffing, equipment, and supplies effectively, ensuring that the department is adequately resourced to meet patient needs while adhering to budgetary constraints and regulatory standards.

5. Quality Assurance: Implement robust quality assurance measures to monitor and enhance the quality of care provided within the department. Conduct regular audits, analyse performance data, and implement improvement initiatives in partnership with the nursing team.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life-threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our community services for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.

Job summary

We are able to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Occupational Therapy Team based at Royal Lancaster Infirmary as a Specialist Occupational Therapist.

The role includes a specialist caseload across Integrated Community Stroke team, Acute frailty & extended stay wards, medical, surgical, orthopaedics and Emergency Department, with opportunities to work alongside our Discharge to Assess service.

Knowledge and experience within acute inpatient care, working to facilitate safe and effective care and hospital discharge. Your caseload will be a combination of ward-based work in addition to some community visits.

You will continue to develop your knowledge and experience in the assessment, treatment and goal setting with patients presenting with varied physical conditions, and will be motivated to join us in improving our patients' experiences and outcome.

This could be an opportunity for a developmental role during the first 6-12 months in post. Working initially at Band 5 level, you would develop your knowledge and skills in line with Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist competencies, progressing to Band 6 upon satisfactory completion.

Main duties of the job

The role will involve holding a specialist caseload on the rotational clinical area, whilst supporting other Occupational therapists and the wider therapy team with their caseloads.

You will have broad previous experience within an acute inpatient, admission avoidance or community-based rehabilitation services.

You will have knowledge and experience in the assessment, treatment and goal planning with patients presenting with varied physical conditions and will be motivated to join us in improving our patients' experiences and outcomes.

You will work with a dedicated and motivated team of Occupational Therapists and work closely with colleagues across the MDT and complex discharge team. You will be supported by the Occupational Therapy Team Managers and the role will include supervision and support to Occupational Therapy team members and students. You will be encouraged and supported to engage in service development.

All staff are encouraged to engage in in-service training and CPD is well supported by the management team.

• A Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy approved by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists
• Registration with HCPC as an Occupational Therapist
• The ability to travel to a variety of venues throughout the community to deliver patient assessments within an identified locality and to attend meetings

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our Community Service for adults are provided in people's homes ,community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent , improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care , advice and support.

Job summary

Do you consider caring with compassion to be fundamental to your role?

Looking for a new career path in one of the most picturesque parts of the country?

The Lake District, England's largest National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site would be on your doorstep. This beautiful part of the country would enable you to discover spectacular landscapes, picturesque villages, along with a warm welcome and rich cultural heritage.

Our Trust is recruiting enthusiastic, highly motivated community midwives/birth centre midwives , to join our dynamic, dedicated, forward thinking professional team which serves a wide geographical area with rural and urban communities.

• You will need to be reliable, flexible, motivated, have excellent clinical skills, a commitment to on going learning and development, a commitment to delivering high quality care, and be willing and open to embracing positive change and transformation in order to meet the demands of the community we serve. You will require the necessary skills and a passion to provide home birth and births within a birth centre.If this sounds like you, then we want to hear from you!Development OpportunitiesHere at Morecambe Bay we are committed to supporting our employees in mandatory training requirements and their professional development.

We would encourage and welcome you to come and have a look beforehand.

Main duties of the job

The role involves working within the community as an autonomous practitioner within a multi-disciplinary team. It also involves maintaining a good relationship with other members of the team ensuring the women receive safe care.

You will be need to be able to provide high quality women centred maternity care , effective leadership, optimise teaching opportunities and give support to all grades of staff; planning and directing activities to provide the optimal standard of care.

The role involves giving appropriate education to women and their families and giving necessary care, advice and supervision throughout the pregnancy continuum. You will be required to ensure appropriate referral for mother or child, as required to other agencies and specialist midwifery team and to give necessary care advice and supervision to women and their families, wherever possible/appropriate.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

We are working towards becoming atruly inclusive organisationbycelebrating inclusion and diversity, and arecommitted to eliminating discrimination,reducing health inequalities,promoting equal opportunitiesandrespect for all of our colleagues and patients.

We are working hard to enhance the health and wellbeing of our workforce,improving the qualityof their working life andvaluing their contributiontohigh quality patient care. Our Flourish at Work is a big part of that.

Job summary

An excitingopportunityhas arisen for a Specialty Doctor post in the Urology Department at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary, working with a supportive and friendly team in the newly built Urology Unit.

The post includes on call, assisting in theatre and supporting clinicians in clinic. Day to day work will cover outpatient, elective & emergency aspects of the service.

This post is not a training post but the team will provide support with training for diagnostic procedures such as local anaesthetic prostate biopsies.

As we operate from three main hospitals there is an expectation of cross bay travel so a driving license and a car is essential.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team.

The post, including on call commitment, would cover clinical duties across our sites.

The post holder will be expected to support the Urology services offered by the Trust and provide the highest quality of care to the local population.

The post holder will be supported by our Consultants and our urology specialist nurse practitioners with ward support provided by the Matron's.

The post holder will be supported to take part in medical audits and in continuing medical education, (including self-development and maintaining accreditation).

There is a requirement for regular appraisal to be undertaken by the lead responsible for these services.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our Community Service for adults are provided in people's homes ,community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent , improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care , advice and support.

Job summary

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team on Ward 4 at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary

Our team pride themselves on exceeding the expectation of our patients and their families and work very closely as a team to support each other in our every day work.

Ward 4 is a busy department looking for an individual to provide a warm and welcoming approach to all patients, staff and visitors attending the ward. The ideal candidate will take leadership in the management and organisation of patient records, admissions, transfers and discharges using the appropriate IT systems.

Main duties of the job

The ideal candidate will have good communication and IT skills, keeping the IT systems live at all times. You will need to be able to deal with sensitive, confidential information in an appropriate manner. You will need to be able to respond to ward requests from ward staff and deliver to other parts of the hospital

Your main responsibility will be to liaise with senior nurse in charge and provide and welcoming approach to all visitors to the unit. You will need to work with minimal supervision providing administrative support to the ward team .

To be able to work shifts opposite to the ward clerk in post, flexibility .

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Clinical Support Worker within WARD 4We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is keen to work within the acute setting and be a support to both the Clinical Support Workers team and the Nursing team alike.

You will be encouraged and supported to assist with patient care and safety.

This advert will potentially close before advertised date once therequired number of applications have been received.

Main duties of the job

You will have the opportunity to develop your clinical skills and receive structured appraisal, support, mentorship and training.

The main role of the Clinical Support Worker will include providing fundamental nursing care to our inpatients with all activities of daily living, to act in emergency situations and to support the registered nursing staff to deliver a high standard of care to all our patients.

As a Clinical Support Worker you will:

• Direct patient care- this includes all activities
• Work in support of and under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), providing nursing care and assistance to patients within defined parameters specified by the Registered Nurse.
• Perform clinical skills ie. observations, recording blood sugars, ECG etc.
• Record patient information.
• Provide basic patient care and document that care in the patient records.
• Helping to ensure the unit is clean, safe, tidy and a comfortable environment.
• Work effectively with the multidisciplinary team in order to achieve desired outcomes that promote the well being of patients.
• Assist the RN's in the delivery of care to a designated patient group, demonstrating an ability to prioritise such care.
• Assist in the implementation of direct clinical care.
• Determine the comfort of patients by talking and listening to them and building up a rapport.
• Assist in feeding of patients who are unable to do so themselves and complete food charts where necessary.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our community services for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated GPhC Registered Pharmacy Technician (Band 4-5 dependent on experience) to join our Specialist Pharmacy Services team, supporting Oncology and Clinical Trials across UHMB.

Based at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), you will work across the Clinical Trials facility (Ashton Suite) and the Pharmacy Oncology Office, contributing to a centralised service delivering safe and timely access to chemotherapy and investigational medicinal products (IMPs).

You will support a growing portfolio of commercial and non-commercial clinical trials, working in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and maintaining high standards of accuracy, governance, and documentation.

This role offers the opportunity to develop skills and experience across Oncology, Clinical Trials, Homecare, and Aseptic Services, within a small, highly specialised and supportive team.

We are proud to deliver high-quality, innovative care, enabling patients to access new and life-changing treatments. This post is key to ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant pharmacy services.

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities - Assist in the provision of a high-quality chemotherapy service - Work withinGood Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines when handling, dispensing, and managing clinical trial medications - Ensureaccurate and complete data recording, recognising that precision is essential to patient safety and trial integrity - Support thedispensing, ordering, receipt, and accountability of clinical trial drugs and oncology medicines - Maintain rigorousgovernance processes, including documentation, audit readiness, and adherence to policies and procedures - Assist senior technicians intraining and supervision of technicians, apprentices, and assistants - Promote thesafe, timely, and cost-effective use of medicines - Contribute to ahigh-quality, patient-centred pharmaceutical service for both patients and staff

About us

We operate from three main hospitals -the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

The RLI and FGH have a range of General Hospital services, with busy Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arose for a full time Clinical Site Manager at Furness General Hospital.

This role is to oversee the clinical and operation management of the hospital on a day to day basis.

You need to make quick decision to enhance flow following policies and protocols to enhance the best patient experience.

Main duties of the job

As the clinical site manager you work autonomously and as part of a team it holds a high level of decision making authority and will be the first point of contact for all external enquires.

You will work closely with all divisions to ensure national targets are sustained.

We are seeking a caring, compassionate experienced Registered Nurse who candemonstrateexcellent leadership skills, can delegate effectively, and work effectively and efficiently as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

You will be reliable, flexible, motivated, have excellent clinical skills, a commitment to ongoing learning and development, a commitment to delivering high quality care and be willing and open to embracing positive change and transformation.

The post holder will be expected to work shifts over a 7 day period.

The Matron will work closely with the successful candidate providing development and support.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals - Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), FurnessGeneral Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well asa number ofcommunity healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

RLI and FGH have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGHprovidesa range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threateningconditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitalsprovidea range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our community services for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, communityhospitalsand our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve theirhealthand manage their conditions through high quality care,adviceand support.