Job description

Job responsibilities

Community Staff Nurses are integral members of the district nursing team providing clinical care to a range of patients with acute and chronic health problems. The post includes the performance of a range of clinical procedures and assessments within a primary health careand community settings.

Community staff nurses work autonomously and as part of a team, reporting directly to their line manager, the community nursing team lead, assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care for a diverse group of patients with a wide range of conditions and health needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• State Registration on Part 1 of the 3 part NMC register
• Additional clinical qualifications or equivalent derived through experience at diploma / degree level if experienced
• Newly qualified staff will be required to undertake the Trust preceptorship programme within the first year in post.
• Evidence of qualification to undertake the supervision, teaching and assessing of students (essential requirement for post, expectation this will be completed within an 18 month period).

Other Requirements

Essential

• It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role.

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working without direct supervised in a health care environment
• Ensuring the delivery of 'Compassion in Practice' - Nursing, Midwifery and Care Staff Vision and Strategy, incorporating the 6C's

Desirable

• Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools
• Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hexham Primary Care Centre

Hexham Hospital Site, Corbridge Road

Hexham

NE46 1QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Contribute to, support, and promote ECCH's, strategic direction, values, and culture in relation to community health services.

*Discuss all treatment options with sensitivity, knowledge, and expertise. To act as a patient advocate when appropriate, respecting patient confidentiality with privacy and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds and requirements

*Act as a resource for other health and social care professionals on matters relating to community nursing.

*Participate in clinical supervision within Primary Care Home as required.

*Participate and maintain a learning environment and maximise opportunities for education and development in the clinical area.

* Develop excellent internal and external Network to promote Primary Care Home.

*Contribute to the clinical governance agenda through participation in clinical risk assessment and clinical audit.

*Contribute to an environment conducive to effective working, respecting, and supporting staff to deliver high quality clinical services.

*Contribute to change and innovation within Primary Care Home.

*Work as part of the multidisciplinary Primary Care Home to deliver planned and unplanned services.

*Work in collaboration with colleagues to contribute to the development of care pathways for patients requiring a range of healthcare needs.

*Work in partnership with senior members of the Primary Care Home to review the delegated caseload and ensure the care provided is of high quality.

*Work with patients towards self-care and independence utilising health coaching techniques

*Work collaboratively with residential care home colleagues to promote high standards of care.

*Contribute to the review of current policies/ protocols/guidelines and the development of clinical pathways and outcomes for people requiring proactive and reactive services.

*Plan and organise a range of complex clinical activities in a wide range of community settings to ensure best practice is delivered to patients in your delegated area of responsibility.

*Take responsibility for own personal and professional development; maintain competence, knowledge, and skills commensurate with role.

*Be wholly accountable for practice taking every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence and, ensure all aspects of professional behaviour as required within professional code are always followed.

*Maintain legible, accurate and contemporaneous patient records in accordance with ECCH Policy and Nursing and Midwifery Council standards for record keeping

*Take responsibility to ensure compliance with Health and Safety Policy, Fire and Environmental Waste Regulations.

*Be responsible for understanding, following, and implementing ECCH policies and procedures.

*Ensure own compliance with ECCH risk management systems, proactively identifying risk, reporting, and managing risk within area of responsibility.

*Take responsibility for the cost-effective management and safe use of expensive clinical equipment,

*Contribute to the effective use of resources.

*Contribute to the evaluation of training programmes to support patients and carers gain the necessary knowledge and skills to maintain independence.

*All roles within East Coast Community Healthcare CIC (ECCH) require staff to demonstrate our ABCD Commitments and Signature Behaviours in the care they provide to patients, service users, stakeholders and colleagues. All members of staff should consider these behaviours, which are detailed in the pages below, an essential part of their job role.

*Our Values outline the core behaviours that we can all achieve and are summarised as an acronym within the word 'CARE'. These stand for: Compassion, Action, Respect and Everyone.

*Underpinning our Values are our Signature Behaviours which highlight by taking the right actions we continue to build a strong culture. Our four Signature Behaviours are: Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Professional Registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Nurse Level 1 (Adult)
• *BSc in Nursing Practice or equivalent.

Desirable

• *Mentorship/ preceptorship qualification/ ENB 998.
• *Evidence of working towards a nursing degree.

Experience

Essential

• *Evidence of continued professional development
• *Ability to work unsupervised
• *Ability to demonstrate clinical knowledge and competence within scope of clinical practice.
• *Previous experience of working in health care.

Desirable

• *Recent clinical experience in community nursing.
• *Experience of multidisciplinary team working.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• *Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• *Competent IT skills.
• *Effective organisation and time management skills.
• *Excellent record keeping skills.
• PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• *Ability to embrace our Culture, Values and Signature Behaviours:
• (Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together).
• *Willingness and ability to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required.
• *Be able to support Trainee Nursing Associates
• *Act as a role model to all students
• *Able to demonstrate personal resilience, emotions and stress

Desirable

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• *Health coaching training

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 Coast Community Healthcare CIC

Address

Yare House

Morton Peto Road

Great Yarmouth

Norfolk

NR31 0LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Demonstrate exemplar nursing practice and the implementation of evidence-based care, the provision of a high standard of individualised patient care and experience, upholding the Trust Nursing Strategy which includes the 6Cs.

2. Responsible for ensuring own knowledge and compliance of appropriate NMC standards and Trust professional guidelines and that these are applied to practice, including NMC Revalidation.

3. Ensure accurate and contemporaneous patient, staff and other records are maintained, submitted and stored meeting NMC requirements.4. Acts as a role model for other team members, promoting and demonstrating the standards of care expected. Challenges, influences and works with other nursing teams to continuously improve standards through shared governance5. Participates and attends national and international conferences, as part of the team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First Level NMC Registration
• Experience at Band 5/6
• Educated to degree level or willing to study
• Demonstrates ongoing continuing professional development
• Advanced Communication Skills

Desirable

• Management/ Leadership Skills Course
• Recognised teaching course

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience including caring for / or experience in Palliative Care and EoL patients.
• Experience in Palliative Care and EoL nursing
• Teaching experience
• Knowledge of audit and its effectiveness within health care

Desirable

• Risk Management & incident Investigation

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with General Dental Council
• National Certificate of the Examining Board for Dental Nurses or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• Current dental nursing experience.
• Administrative experience, answering the telephone, booking appointments, dealing with enquires and collecting patient charges

Desirable

• Experience of working within a Community Dental Service
• Experience of working with vulnerable and medically complex groups

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford District

Bradford

BD7 3EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

All staff in each Division are managerially accountable through their Lead Clinician to the Associate Medical Director, who has overall responsibility for the services within the Division. Consultants are key members of the Division and are accountable and responsible for leading changes to service that will improve the patient experience.

• To support the Clinical Lead in policy and strategy development as a senior member of the Division Management Team.
• To contribute to the leadership and development of Services under the direction of the Clinical Lead and Associate Medical Director and in line with the Trusts business plans.
• The post holder will ensure effective communication and involvement of staff across the Division including support to the Divisional Director to achieve their objectives.
• Work in partnership with colleagues in other Divisions within the Trust.
• As part of the Division Management Team, assist in the cost effective utilisation of resources, including pay and non-pay items such as equipment and drugs, within budgets.
• Work within the Trusts framework for Clinical Governance and Risk, including the development of clinical policies and adherence to standing orders, standing financial instructions and financial procedures.
• Undertake direct supervision of junior colleagues and participate in departmental/trust wide teaching programmes.
• Undertake investigations and report writing for incidents and participate in clinical risk management.
• Appointed candidates will embody the STAR values and use the principles of the NHS Constitution for England to guide decisions.

Please find attached a full job description and person specification

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC
• CCT (or equivalent for non-UK applicants of equivalent status), or be accredited (or equivalent), and be on the GMC Specialist Register in the specialty appropriate for this consultant post at the time of taking up the consultant appointment. Alternatively, candidates can hold or be within 6 months of their CCT at interview.
• Intercollegiate Specialty Examination

Experience

Essential

• Clinical training/experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT
• Expertise in full range of Urological conditions
• Ability to lead a multi-professional team and take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
• Sub-speciality interests will be supported

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care working as a member of the ward team under the direction of the Ward Manager.

To be responsible for the organising and co-ordination of nursing services in the ward/department in the absence of senior staff on a regular basis.

To exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

To be responsible for all nursing care standards and to maintain high clinical standards.

To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership in order to shape the creation of a collective leadership culture within the trust. This means demonstrating a consistent leadership style which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) uses coaching to promote ownership of learning and quality improvement and (c) facilitates team working and collaboration within teams.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Sick Children's Nurse/DipHE(Child)
• Registered Mentor
• Evidence of qualification to undertake the supervision, teaching and assessing of students (essential requirement for post, expectation this will be completed within an 12 month period).

Desirable

• PP126/7
• D32/33
• Post Registration qualification in specialty Diploma/degree in nursing

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Ensuring the delivery of 'Compassion in Practice'- Nursing, Midwifery and Care Staff Vision and Strategy incorporating the 6C's

Desirable

• Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools
• Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northumbria Specialist Care Emergency Hospital

Northumbria Way

Cramlington

NE23 6NZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Overall Aims and Key ResponsibilitiesTo ensure the maintenance of a high standard of nursing care at all times for ophthalmology patients through the effective management of staff and resources.To provide effective leadership and to act as a good role model.To work collaboratively with all members of the multidisciplinary team and co-ordinate all aspects of ophthalmic care in the best interests of the patient and their family or carer Providing supervision, support and education to unqualified staff, qualified staff, students and new staff team members.To ensure auditing of and working towards the achievement of the NHS plan which relates to the outpatient environment. Encourage research based nursing care and practice within the department, discussing and changing practice where appropriate. Participation in preceptorship programmes as appropriate and act as a facilitator, mentor, preceptor, role model to other members of the team. To provide clinical support supporting all aspects of the department including theatre, outpatient clinics, Acutes.

Patient Care

To assess, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care. To actively participate in team nursing and the development of nursing care for the specific group of ophthalmic patients To ensure that evidence based practice is reviewed and where appropriate, changed. Also to identify where patient care could be improved and take steps through discussion and project management to develop and manage that change. To share and discuss and developments within the nursing or medical profession which may have an impact upon the outpatient service provided. To take any appropriate action to ensure the safety of all patients, ensuring that patient care is undertaken by appropriately skilled nurses. To report any accidents/incidents to Matron outpatients department To ensure that Trust Policies and Procedures are implemented and followed. Participate in development, setting and monitoring of standards, ensuring that acceptable levels are maintained, actioning any changes required.

Managerial Responsibilities

To take management responsibility for the Ophthalmology outpatient departments and Ophthalmology theatre on a day to day basis. Prepare the duty rota for staff, providing an effective well-balanced skill mix to meet the requirements of the service and to ensure the presence of a suitable qualified and experienced nurse at all times. To take the role of Laser Protection Supervisor as appointed by the Trust to manage all aspects of the health, safety and maintenance of five Class IV medical lasers in the department.Participate with the appropriate personnel, any issues regarding patient care or management concerns. Maintain custody of controlled drugs according to statutory procedure, ordering replacements, checking and administering all drugs in accordance with the Trust Drug Administration of Medicines Policy.To participate in audit relating to patient care, patient dependence and quality assurance.Ordering and maintaining adequate stocks of supplies and provisions within the department.To take all measures reasonably possible to ensure Health and Safety standards are met at all times, complying with the Health and Safety Policy and reporting all accidents/incidents to the General Manager Ophthalmology and to monitor the safe and effective use of all equipment and the economic use of supplies. Maintain accurate records at all times, ensuring appropriate reporting mechanisms are used. Maintain good relations and communications with all wards and departments with special emphasis on Accident and Emergency and theatres.Be conversant with Trust policies and Procedures and their mechanisms.To actively participate in departmental meetings, ensuring the dissemination of information to all staff and encouraging discussion among all staff.

Professional Development and Education Responsibilities

To develop own teaching skills and lead in staff / student education and training.

To maintain a suitable learning environment for staff and act as a facilitator in the supervision and teaching of less experienced staff.

To attend Trust / local orientation programmes and mandatory training sessions.

To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with revalidation requirements and to maintain a professional portfolio with evidence of reflective practice.

To participate in the Trusts Preceptorship Programme.

To lead the development and implementation of nursing practice guidelines, standards, information leaflets and policies.

Research and Development Responsibilities

To promote nursing practice in line with relevant research and to maintain an awareness of evidence-based practice relating to Ophthalmology.

To undertake research and development programmes within the unit.

To provide clinical expertise acting as a resource for the Ophthalmology team.

To implement a team programme of training and education for the Ophthalmology team.

To ensure that the Ophthalmology nursing team have completed training and competencies to ensure safe and effective practice and report any related concerns to the Matron for the ophthalmology service.

Audit, Quality and Risk Management Responsibilities

To contribute in setting and lead on the monitoring of measurable standards of care and be accountable for maintaining standards.To maintain awareness of the national, professional and local quality issues relevant to the delivery of nursing services, e.g. Clinical Governance. To act as an investigator and undertake case studies following a clinical incident reporting to support the Matron for the Ophthalmology service. To uphold quality initiatives that improve customer care and enhance the interface between staff, patients, and visitors. To lead in the audit process for monitoring and reviewing nursing quality indicators.To be aware of personal responsibilities in relation to the maintenance of a clean and safe environment and identification of potential risks for all personnel, patients and visitors, taking action as and when required.To respond to complaints in accordance with WAHT policy and complete action plans as appropriate.To support the development and implement new policies and guidelines into the service.To support the implementation of service development as appropriate and facilitate changes in service delivery.To maintain a safe unit and ensure all appropriate general risk assessments are completed To review risk management policies within the department and ensure action plans are developed, implemented and monitored.

Resource Management Responsibilities

To ensure strong and effective leadership acting as an exemplary role model and undertake responsibility for the management of the service. To maintain adequate staff cover and skill mix for the service thorough effective e-rostering.To maintain staff records detailing staff compliance with mandatory training.To ensure an effective communication structure for the service is in place.To ensure team participation to maintain standards relating to clinical governance.To manage the Departmental budget and ensure effective resource management.To ensure effective use of appointment slots and ensure that any capacity issues are identified and addressed.To complete Performance, Development Review (PDR) for staff ensuring that learning needs are met through training, education and supervised practice. To implement, with direction from the Ophthalmology Matron, the WHAT grievance procedure to ensure early identification of staff capability and performance issues. To review and manage staff sickness/absence as per the WAHT policy and guidelines and in liaison with the Matron.To undertake recruitment and staff selection for the Ophthalmology Nursing team at Worcester

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications and Training
• RGN with current registration
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Evidence of management experience / training
• Post registration qualification or experience
• NMC recognised teaching and assessing qualification
• Evidence of study at academic level 6
• Experience
• Experience at Band 6 within Ophthalmology or a related field.
• Departmental management experience.
• Department based teaching.
• Managing clinical risk and incidents
• Clinical audit activity.
• Risk assessment.
• Staff appraisals and PDR.
• Sickness absence / performance management.
• Complaints handling.
• Skills and Knowledge
• Evidence of being up to date with current NHS / professional issues.
• Experience and knowledge within the speciality or related field.
• Clinical credible.
• Evidence of teaching and development skills.
• Evidence of managing Change Organisation skills.
• Leadership skills and ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Awareness of health and safety issues, and management.
• Able to prioritise.
• Fully aware of principles of infection control.
• Able to produce written reports and articulate concerns regarding patient care / safety issues.
• Fully aware of the principles of clinical governance and the application of clinical governance.
• Computer literate as appropriate to the post.
• Personal Qualities
• NMC Code
• Knowledge of person centred care.
• Promote peoples equality, diversity & rights.

Desirable

• Qualified in IVT
• Knowledge of the health, safety and maintenance of ophthalmic class 4 therapeutic lasers.

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

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for supporting patients throughout their illness, from pre-diagnosis onwards, so that the patient is well supported throughout. This is often referred to as a key worker.

They care for patients throughout their diagnosis and treatment. They take a key role in supporting the patients during their treatment and are an essential member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT). The Clinical Nurse Specialist is a critical and consistent contact point for patients who often will need to interact with different parts of the hospital in order to receive optimal treatment.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist will;

• Build trust with the physicians and patients through multidisciplinary care coordination.

• Assist in educating patients about their disease so they can make informed decisions about their care.

• Provide emotional support to the patient, family and caregivers.

• Signpost patients to support networks, internally and externally.

• Advocate for the patient in development of the treatment plan.

• Manage a caseload within their own scope of practice, with support from the wider clinical team.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Up-to-date knowledge of breast cancer management and treatment pathways.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience caring for patients with benign and malignant breast disease.
• Experience supporting patients throughout the breast cancer pathway, including advanced breast cancer.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Experience providing patient education and psychological support.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Relevant post-registration qualification in Breast Care or Cancer Nursing.
• Completed relevant postgraduate qualification at Level 6 or Level 7

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

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

Wellington Hospital

15-17 Lodge Road

LONDON

NW8 7JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clerical

1. Welcome patients and visitors to the centre in a courteous, professional manner and direct them to the appropriate waiting area.

2. Book patients into the centre using the designated IT system (e.g., SystmOne), ensuring all relevant documentation (including patient disclaimer forms) is completed.

3. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with data protection requirements.

4. Act as a point of contact for booking enquiries from patients, staff, and primary care services.

5. Contribute to short- and long-term planning of procedure lists to ensure effective service delivery.

6. Liaise with patient transport services where required, ensuring safe and timely arrival of patients.

7. Scan, upload, and manage patient documentation in accordance with policies and procedures.

8. Send electronic correspondence to third parties (including GP practices) in a secure and timely manner.

9. Support the transfer of confidential information to secondary care, including two-week wait referrals and imaging requests.

10. Respond to day-to-day enquiries from patients, clinicians, and colleagues in a professional and empathetic manner.

11. Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming reception area, reporting hazards or concerns promptly.

General

1. Promote and uphold the standards, values, and behaviours of Eastwood Community Endoscopy Centre in line with NHS principles.

2. Participate in annual appraisal, supervision, and personal development reviews.

3. Take reasonable care for personal health and safety and that of others, complying with Health & Safety at Work Act (1974).

4. Complete all mandatory training and participate in relevant developmental opportunities.

5. Contribute to team meetings and quality improvement initiatives, supporting continuous service improvement.

6. Undertake duties flexibly and in line with service needs; this job description will be reviewed regularly in consultation with the post-holder.

7. Comply with the Working Time Regulations (1998). Overtime or additional hours must be discussed and authorised by a line manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GSCE English and Maths Level 4-9

Desirable

• NVQ/BTEC Level 3

Experience

Desirable

• Previous receptionist role

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

Eastwood Community Endoscopy Centre

Address

348 Rayleigh Road

Leigh-on-sea

Essex

SS9 5PU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

To work as a First Contact Practitioner MSK Physiotherapist to assess and manage patients presenting with musculoskeletal presentations to the Viaduct Care service.

To assess, treat and manage patients with musculoskeletal presentations.

To work with the Musculoskeletal Specialist Physiotherapist to service developments in line with national/local criteria and initiatives to meet the needs of the local population.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

Clinical

Provide assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with musculoskeletal conditions requiring senior physiotherapy expertise and knowledge. This may involve patients with psychosocial issues requiring a high level of concentration and sensitivity.

To deliver physiotherapy clinics in Primary Care in order to manage referred patients with musculoskeletal conditions.

Initiate a physiotherapy treatment programme (including provision of injection therapy where appropriate) which may include signposting to relevant services and undertake evaluation of clinical outcomes to treatment.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with Viaduct Care policy.

To provide effective onward referral into the wider Stockport Physiotherapy musculoskeletal service where applicable.

To refer to other specialities when required. This will involve analysis of a number of factors to determine the appropriate speciality.

To contribute to the process of development, implementation and maintenance of clinical standards within the area of speciality.

To maintain professional knowledge by keeping up-to-date with developments in line with clinical governance requirements especially in the field of musculoskeletal conditions.

To provide expert advice to colleagues within physiotherapy and the musculoskeletal field and other professionals as required.

To maintain close links with Musculoskeletal Specialist Physiotherapists, GPs within the PCNs the PCN team and other Stockport health care professionals.

To engage in personal clinical / professional development.

To contribute to the development and implementation of uni-professional and multi-professional guidelines within the area of speciality.

Organisational

To contribute to developing and reviewing pathways of care for musculoskeletal services in conjunction with the Musculoskeletal Specialist Physiotherapist, GP PCN Lead, Secondary Care Consultants, other Physiotherapy colleagues and Health Care Professionals in line with the Organisational, Regional and National objectives.

To contribute to the development and implementation and review of policies and procedures for the Viaduct Care service.

To keep up-to-date and accurate statistical records.

Provide data, information and reports as required by GP PCN Lead.

Clinical and Practice Governance

To actively participate in clinical governance in the field of musculoskeletal physiotherapy.

Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient / family / staff / records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.

Any data that is taken / shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to Viaduct Care Information Governance and Information Security policies.

The post holder must adhere to Viaduct Care risk assessment and risk management processes.

The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures.

It is a condition of your employment that you are currently registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and it is your responsibility to maintain your professional registration.

Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by Viaduct Care.

Provide patients and their families / carers with information on standards they should expect from the team.

Participate in clinical supervision on a regular basis.

Communication

To utilise excellent communication skills to provide complex and sensitive information where there are significant barriers to acceptance.

Contribute to Viaduct Cares internal communication strategies ensuring effective two-way communication and engagement within the organisation.

Contribute to Viaduct Cares external communication strategies to raise awareness and promote the reputation of its services.

Training and Development

To take part in the training of other staff within the Viaduct Care service relevant to the role, including lecturing, teaching, training and supporting other members of the multidisciplinary team e.g. Practice Managers, GPs.

To participate in accredited / validated courses to demonstrate continuing professional development.

Be responsible for maintaining own competency by attending in-service training, peer review, individual training and courses.

Undertake any other training, which may be relevant to the job role and gain necessary skills to further develop the service.

To attend national special interest groups and international conferences as appropriate.

Patient and Public Engagement

To ensure that responsibilities to engage and consult with patients and the public are met in line with statutory requirements.

Audit and Research

To undertake audit to monitor standards of the Viaduct Care service as required.

To participate in multidisciplinary audit in the field of musculoskeletal physiotherapy as appropriate.

To promote research and critical evaluation of all clinical practices related to musculoskeletal physiotherapy and ensure that service provision is evidence based.

Human Resources

Participate in the recruitment and retention of staff and assist in the induction of new staff incorporating the necessary statutory and Viaduct Care policies and procedures.

Deal with complaints in association with the GP PCN Lead in a positive and sensitive way in accordance with organisational policy.

Maintain own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal process.

Confidentiality and Compliance with the Data Protection Act 1984

The post holder must maintain confidentiality regarding information about patients, staff and other Viaduct Care business in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1984.

All employees of Viaduct Care must not, without prior permission, disclose any information regarding patients or staff. In circumstances where it is known that a member of staff has communicated information to an unauthorised person, those staff will be liable to dismissal. Moreover, the Data Protection Act 1984 also renders an individual liable to prosecution in the event of unauthorised disclosure of information.

In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

Health and Safety

All employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to ensure that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees.

Review and ensure systems are in place for the proactive management of risk registers.

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy, the practice Health & Safety manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures.

Infection Control

All employees of Viaduct Care are required to contribute to the management of infection control and be proactive in awareness raising and prevention.

Ensure that all guidelines, protocols and procedures undertaken within the service are in line with evidence based practice for infection control.

Safeguarding

All employees of Viaduct Care have a responsibility to protect and safeguard vulnerable people (children and adults). They must be aware of child and adult safeguarding procedures and must speak to the Viaduct Care Chair in the first instance for further advice.

All employees are required to attend safeguarding awareness training and to undertake additional training appropriate to their role.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Take an active part in training for personal and professional development.
• Willing to participate in training of others

Qualifications

Essential

• Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Recognised Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered
• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Desirable

• Evidence of post-registration education, specifically in musculo-skeletal field, at Masters level or equivalent: e.g. full MACP member, Credentialed McKenzie
• Therapist, Orthopaedic Medicine qualification, injection therapy qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of current initiatives within the Local and National health economy.
• Clear evidence of Continuing Professional Development at Highly Specialist level

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of working in a Primary Care setting
• Key issues and pace of change facing the NHS nationally and locally

Experience

Essential

• Previous musculo-skeletal postgraduate experience and further of which would be at Senior grade or higher.
• Proven advanced post-graduate skills in the assessment and treatment of musculo-skeletal conditions.
• Ability to demonstrate Leadership skills

Desirable

• Proven experience of managing a team

Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to lead and work as part of a team
• High level of organisational and time management skills
• Ability to organise own workload
• Self-motivated
• Be able to travel independently of public transport
• Computer literate
• ECDL

Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• Patient focused
• Organised
• Flexible
• Reliable
• Friendly and approachable
• Aware of the range of emotions in self and others
• Demonstrates empathy for the concerns of others
• Listens to and understands directly and indirectly expressed feelings
• Manages strong emotions and responds constructively to the source of problems

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

Viaduct Care

Address

Merseyway Innovation Centre

21-23 Merseyway

Stockport

Greater Manchester

SK4 1LW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Cambs GP Network are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant to support the practice nursing team in the delivery of nursing services, working as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population.

The healthcare assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education.

Job RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Responsibilities:

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

• Undertake new patient and NHS health checks
• Support and deliver the provision of health promotion programmes
• Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and accurately documenting these
• Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, providing appropriate advice in line with practice and national policies
• Undertake basic wound care, suture removal and dressings and other clinical tasks as required
• Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics
• Carry out BMI checks as directed
• Act as a chaperone as required
• Undertake venepuncture
• Administer flu vaccinations and other injections (Ie B12), under PSDs
• Carry out ECGs as requested
• Carry out ABPIs as requested
• Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
• Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
• Ensure fridges are checked and cleaned regularly, in line with current schedules
• Undertake stock checks on expiry dates and quantities whilst ensuring stock is appropriately rotated
• Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy

Communication:

The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognise patients needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Quality Assurance:

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Personal/Professional development:

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Team Working:

• Work as an effective and responsible HCA, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working
• Delegate appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence of nursing team

Confidentiality:

• While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, CGPN staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to CGPN as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of CGPN may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with CGPN policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Health & Safety:

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the CGPN Health & Safety Policy, to include:

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to CGPN guidelines
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards
• Reporting potential risks identified

Equality and Diversity:

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with CGPN procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

This role description is intended as a basic guide to the responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive and may be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent (The Care Certificate)

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Other

Essential

• Valid UK Driving License
• Flexibility
• Enthusiastic
• Team player

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as a health care assistant
• Trained and competent in Venepuncture
• Trained and competent in ECGs
• Taking and documenting vital signs (Ie Pulse/BP/BMI)
• Wound care including suture/stitch removal
• Trained and competent in Urinalysis
• Understand the requirements for PSDs and associated policy
• Understanding of vaccine cold chain and temperature monitoring
• SystmOne User

Desirable

• Experience of working as a health care assistant in a general practice setting
• Trained and competent in carrying out NHS health checks
• Trained and competent in carrying out ABPIs
• Administering injections under patient specific directions (PSDs) Ie flu
• Trained and competent in carrying out Diabetic foot checks

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong IT skills
• Effective time management
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Polite and confident
• Motivated and forward thinking
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridgeshire GP Network Ltd

Address

Maple Surgery

Hanover Close

Bar Hill

Cambridge

CB23 8EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Achieve and maintain high standards of cleanliness in at all times, in line with NHS National Standards of Cleanliness and Infection Control policy:

Use of all cleaning equipment and materials appropriately and effectively to provide a clean and safe environment

Cleaning of all areas within the unit both on the wards and the off ward areas as defined in the cleaning schedules

Daily inspection of electrical cleaning equipment prior to use and the reporting of any faults as appropriate

Disposal of all waste in accordance with trust policies

Damp dusting of all fixtures and fitting/internal glass

Ensure all soft furnishings, curtains and soft flooring are cleaned and maintained as required

Changing curtains when required and re-hang as necessary

Any other duties as related to housekeeping within the unit.

Prepare and regenerate meals for patients. Maintain all food safety records in line with Food Safety Manual, Catering Policy, and all food safety legislation.

Ensure patient area is readied for meal service, and clear related crockery/cutlery etc after meal service, ensuring these are washed appropriately.

Maintain stocks of cleaning materials on wards and admin areas.

Report any issues/damage to the environment/furniture etc to the Housekeeping Supervisor/Ward Manager.

Ensure all stocks of linen are maintained and laundered in line with appropriate policies.

Comply with and carry out safe practice in accordance with Trust policies and procedures, appropriate Codes of Conduct, the Mental Health Act (1983) and other relevant national and local guidance

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 Food Safety qualification, or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• Basic Health & Safety Awareness
• Chemical/CoSHH awareness
• Moving & Handling Training

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience within a cleaning/housekeeping role

Desirable

• Previous experience within an NHS/care environment
• Food handling/hygiene 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

Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maple Lodge

Toot Lane

Boston

PE21 0AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy
• *Registered with HCPC
• *Evidence of CPD including recent post graduate
• *training relevant to clinical speciality
• *Evidence of leadership training
• *Good standard of general education including GCSE
• *English and maths grade C or above
• * A Levels or equivalent qualification

Desirable

• *Fieldwork Educator's certificate or attendance at Clinical Educators Course

Experience

Essential

• *Demonstrates clinical experience enabling the post holder to manage a caseload of patients with complex needs in this speciality and will include experience in discharge planning.
• *Team/service development
• *A specialist knowledge across a range of OT treatments, routine and non-routine, requiring expertise within the field of occupational therapy
• *An ability to cope with a range of complex options, finds solutions, analyse, compare and decide on appropriate course of action.

Desirable

• *Experience of supporting students and more junior therapy staff
• *An understanding of discharge routes in the community

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Excellent written and verbal communication skills including an ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive and contentious information An ability to communicate where there are barriers to understanding IT skills -- computer literate in email, Word & Powerpoint
• *An ability to prioritise and organise own workload Demonstrate enthusiasm for speciality Demonstrate a professional attitude An ability to work as part of an inter-disciplinary team
• *An ability to cope with a range of complex options, find solutions, analyse, compare and decide on an appropriate course of action
• *An ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
• *Demonstrate a professional attitude
• *An ability to cope with moving/manoeuvring patients/equipment on a daily basis
• *An ability to frequently concentrate on patient assessments and treatments
• *An ability to cope with occasional exposure to distressing/emotional situations
• *Demonstrate an interest in developing expertise within the relevant team
• *Able to contribute to weekend service
• *Ability to work varied shift patterns commensurate to service area

Desirable

• *Desirable Able to drive with maximum 3 points on driving licence

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Undertake reception duties as appropriate, including dealing with the public over the telephone and face to face.
• To maintain patients records and appointments to a high degree of confidentiality.
• To clearly communicate orally with members of the public where there may be barriers of understanding.
• To undertake typing and produce documents as appropriate, using PC based word processing, spreadsheets, and data-based packages.
• To undertake general office duties including filing, document control, document scanning and photocopying.
• To process all incoming and outgoing mail including emails.
• To process booking courses and workshops offered by the service.
• To provide administration support for courses and workshops, collating materials and preparing registers.
• To provide relief cover for other members of the administration team as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate level of all stationery and stock.
• To facilitate room bookings for clinicians and staff as required.
• Assist in the closure of the building on behalf of all teams.

Person Specification

Grades

Essential

• Grades

Desirable

• Admin courses

Practical Exercise

Essential

• Empathy/compassion

Desirable

• Understanding of clients with ASD/ADHD

NHS

Essential

• NHS Experience

Desirable

• Administration

Practical test

Essential

• Communication

Desirable

• Knowledge of service

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Adult Autism Neurodelopmental Service

Lyndhurst Road

Sheffield

S11 9BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake Occupational Therapy assessment, clinically diagnose, implement treatment plans and evaluate care delivery according to health care needs for routine patients.

To undertake Occupational Therapy assessment, clinically diagnose, implement treatment plans and evaluate care delivery according to health care needs for complex patients with the support of the Senior Therapists within the team.

To participate in Clinical Specialist led clinics as required per rotation.

To participate in Occupational Therapy rotations as part of the Staff grade rotation programme.

To liaise regularly with senior colleagues regarding management of caseload, treatment progression and on-going care.

To take part in acute intervention weekend working (optional).

To participate in multi-disciplinary working and take an active part in MDT meetings.

To participate in teaching and advice giving sessions with patients, carers and other Health Care Professionals to ensure best provision of patient care.

To ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all Health Care Professionalsabout all aspects of patient care. This will include patients who will have difficulties in understanding and communication.

To carry out home assessments within the patients usual place of residence. Liaising with family, carers, multidisciplinary team and support teams within the community.

To make recommendations based on Occupational Therapy clinical reasoning, problem solving and risk assessment in order to maintain the patients functional abilities and quality of life within the community.

To liaise with statutory and voluntary agencies regarding social Care and housing, to provide equipment, recommend and arrange home adaptations to support independent living skills. To complete necessary documentation required by statutory and voluntary agencies.To plan, manage and evaluate aspects of own work as agreed with Senior staff and Managers.

To maintain accurate and timely records of patients treated by self, in order that relevant workload information is available to Therapy Managers at all times.

To identify changes in own workload, which may affect the running of the service, and inform Senior Therapist prior to any action taken.

* The post holder shall as necessary provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues.

* The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation.To comply with the Health & Safety Policies of the Trust including attendance at mandatory training sessions as specified by the Trust.

To comply with departmental and organisational policies and procedures.

Ensure all accidents, incidents and hazards are reported and dealt with according to Trust requirements.

To comply with the College of Occupational Therapy standards and rules of professional conduct.

To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Trust and Departmental Standards of Practice.

To ensure treatments offered to patients are based on best available clinical evidence.

To comply with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott recommendations.

To participate in Clinical Audit as appropriate in each speciality area under the supervision of a Senior Therapist.

To gain valid informed consent in line with Trust and departmental policy.

To identify clinical risk within own patient case-load and liaise with Senior Therapist for appropriate support.

To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.

Assist with the induction and training of new staff and students assigned to the team.

To actively participate in the In-Service training programmes.

To attend relevant training courses as identified and agreed with Senior staff and Managers during staff appraisal sessions.

To disseminate information from training sessions as required.

To undertake regular training and mentoring sessions with Senior staff to monitor and develop clinical and professional skills.

See Job Description for further details.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of relevant legislation
• Knowledge and application of current best practice in Occupational Therapy
• Understanding of professional ethics and application in practice

Other

Essential

• Ability to build effective working relationships
• Motivation and proactive approach to CPD
• Willingness to work flexibly
• Ability to seek and use supervision appropriately
• Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance

Skills

Essential

• Good clinical, planning and evaluation skills
• Ability to manage own caseload
• Good Time management skills
• Effective communication skills

Desirable

• I.T. Skills

Experience

Essential

• NHS Experience (undergraduate or postgraduate) in a wide range of specialities including rehabilitation, acute medicine and musculoskeletal
• Experience of functional assessment techniques and activity analysis
• Documented evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Member of a Special Interest Group

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

LUHFT

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see supporting document for full Job Description and Person Specification.

A brief overview of Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

The SHCA role will be under the supervision of a RN as per recommendations from the Cavendish (2015) and Willis (2015) reports.

1. To support the Clinical Services Team Leader (CSTL) and RNs by providing a confident presence to which individuals can turn for assistance and support and be an advocate for the patients with palliative care needs within the Mary Ann clinical services settings.

2. To support the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient needs under the direction and supervision of RN, ensuring personalised care is delivered and using evidence-based practice.

3. Provide compassionate care and support to patients with life-limiting illnesses in their own home.

4. Deliver personal care, including assistance with mobility, continence, hygiene, comfort, and repositioning where required.

5. Providing respite to support carers by enabling them to rest whilst knowing their loved one is being safely cared for.

6. Be a competent practitioner demonstrating an evidence-based approach, acting as a resource and advisor to other colleagues, students, patients and carers.

7. Recognise changing patient and carer needs, condition or circumstances and report these to appropriately to either Rapid Response, community nursing colleagues and/or GP, RN or CSTL.

8. To assist in providing holistic care in partnership with the patient/family (and other care providers) for those with palliative and end of life needs

a. Personal care

b. Dressings

c. Transferring/mobilising safely

d. Emotional support

e. Assist with all other aspects of care e.g., assist with nutritional requirements, observe pressure areas.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 Diploma/NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care for adults or equivalent.
• Maths and English/GCSE Level 4 or equivalent.

Desirable

• Level 3 Diploma or equivalent certificate in palliative/end of life care
• Level 2 or 3 Diploma/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in awareness of dementia

Experience

Essential

• Experience with palliative/end of life patients (any setting)
• Able to work autonomously and as part of team.
• Evidence of excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Experience of CQC compliance and evidencing regulations in practice
• Experience of supervising/supporting team members

Other Job Requirements

Essential

• Wear uniform when in clinical practice
• Dress in a manner that conforms to accepted formal code of business dress.
• Hold a current clean driving licence and daily access to a vehicle to enable travel as required.
• Flexible approach to work including weekend working where necessary.
• Ability to work in non-smoking environment
• Ambassador for the organisation

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Fundamental care skills and specifically in palliative and end of life care
• Communication Skills relevant to palliative/end of life care
• Excellent planning and organising skills.
• Adapting to and managing change
• Understanding of current issues and initiatives relating to palliative care
• IT skills ability to use computer, email, smart phone etc.
• Excellent interpersonal skills communication with patients, health and social care professionals and the wider multi-professional team encompassing verbal and written skills including:
• oMotivation of staff
• oTeam building
• oDecision making
• oConflict management
• oProblem Solving
• Excellent skills in writing and maintaining plans of care.
• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all aspects of the work environment

Desirable

• Evidence of effective teaching and mentoring
• Able to write succinct and informative report.
• Conversant with CQC regulations and implications on safe, effective, caring, responsive, well-led services.

Aptitudes & Attributes

Essential

• A personal approach and caring nature
• Self-motivated and have initiative.
• Have an excellent telephone manner.
• Resourceful and creative
• Ability to relate to the multi-disciplinary team in Mary Ann and with key partner provider colleagues.
• Willing to participate in lifelong learning ethos.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise tasks, appropriately delegate and manage time effectively.

Desirable

• Able to recognise coping strengths for themselves and others

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

Mary Ann Evans Hospice

Address

Eliot Way

Nuneaton

Warwickshire

CV10 7QL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

• To work with the staff based within the surgeries and administrative staff from Invicta Health to ensure patients receives the highest possible standards of care.
• To work with other health and social care providers to ensure an appropriately safe and integrated service.
• To engage with local and national initiatives and strategies to improve and co-ordinate better and more sustainable Health care provision.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• In accordance with the job plan as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery face to face, telephone and online consultations and queries, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health
• Providing counselling and health education
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of consultations using the EMIS clinical systems.
• Completion of medical reports (including NHS and private services as required)
• To help coordinate the clinical administrative work (results, Docman, reports, etc.).
• To provide clinical support to other members of staff, both clinical and administrative, in achieving the highest possible standards of care and QOF and Enhanced Services targets.
• To engage and, where necessary, oversee new projects, for example video linked consultations.
• To support other clinical staff in their training and educational needs.
• Prescribe according to national and local evidence-based guidelines.
• Maintain appropriate professional standards as defined nationally by the General Medical Council and in relevant locally agreed standards specific to the service.
• Comply with local pathways and standards of clinical care.
• Maintain skills and knowledge relevant to primary care.
• Regularly review educational needs of the Personal Development Plan & appraisal.
• Attend appropriate educational events to maintain or develop skills.
• Ensure knowledge of, and compliance with, appropriate policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Participate in training, significant event analysis, audit, or other meetings as appropriate.
• Participate in data collection and audit of clinical pathways and services and patient safety & care quality standards

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A medical practitioner whose name is included in the General Practitioner Register under article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003
• Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983
• Qualified General Practitioner (completed certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Currently on a performers list and not suspended from that list or from the medical register
• Vocational Training certificate or certificate/experience of equivalence

Experience

Essential

• Experience In practice as a General Practitioner/Locum Practitioner
• An up to date understanding of modern primary care and its delivery in an urgent care and community setting
• Understands the NHS and its clinical environment
• Able to manage common medical, surgical, and psychiatric emergencies
• Ability to make the appropriate referral for further 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

Invicta Health CIC

Address

St. Peters Surgery

Thanet Community Integrated hub

Northwood Road

Broadstairs

Kent

CT10 2RZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

a. Process and effectively signpost patients to the appropriate healthcare professional depending on the presenting condition

b. Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers requests appropriately

c. Process patient requests for appointments

d. Provide an excellent standard of customer service on the reception desk

e. Process repeat prescription requests

f. Initiate contact with and respond to requests from patients, team members and external agencies

g. Enter read-code data on EMIS Web

h. Photocopy documentation as required

i. Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as required

j. Input data into the patients healthcare records as necessary

k. Direct requests for information, e.g. SAR, insurance/solicitors letters and DVLA forms, to the administrative team

l. Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner

m. Carry out system searches as requested

n. Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times

o. Monitor and maintain the reception area and noticeboards

p. Support all clinical staff with general tasks as requested

Secondary responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Receptionist may be requested to:

a. Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead

b. Support administrative staff, providing cover during staff absences

c. Scan patient-related documentation and attach scanned documents to patients healthcare records

d. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota

e. As required, support the prescription clerks in the management of repeat prescriptions, ensuring that they are processed accurately and efficiently

f. Order and monitor stationery supplies

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Effective time management (planning & organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure

Desirable

• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• EMIS

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Desirable

• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Experience of working in primary care

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent

Desirable

• Active signposting or Care Navigator training qualification
• Healthcare qualification (level 2) or working towards gaining equivalent level
• Customer service qualification (NVQ) or equivalent

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

Five Oaks Family Practice

Address

47 Graham Street

Beswick

Manchester

M11 3BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Core Responsibilities of the Practice Nurse

The Practice Nurse plays a key role in delivering safe, effective, and evidence-based nursing care within general practice. Responsibilities include:

1. Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)
   • Support the IPC Lead and work in accordance with the practice IPC Policy.
2. Patient Assessment and Consultation
   • Undertake holistic assessments of patient needs through consultation with patients and, where appropriate, their families and carers.
3. Long-Term Condition (LTC) Management
   • Contribute to the management of long-term conditions, participating in quality improvement and assurance initiatives.
4. Care Management for Frail and Housebound Patients
   • Develop, implement, and embed effective care management programmes for frail, elderly, and housebound patients.
5. Public Health, Screening, and Health Promotion
   • Support public health and screening programmes, including immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening.
   • Provide opportunistic health promotion advice to patients.
6. Population Health Management
   • Embed population health approaches within practice to reduce health inequalities and improve patient access.
7. Evidence-Based Clinical Care
   • Deliver routine nursing care in line with current evidence-based practice, national guidance, and local protocols, including those from National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and relevant National Service Frameworks.
8. Education and Support
   • Support and mentor new-to-practice nurses and other healthcare professionals.
   • Educate and empower patients and their families to self-manage their conditions.
9. Clinical Audit, Research, and Governance
   • Participate in clinical audits and research activity.
   • Support the development, review, and updating of practice protocols, guidelines, and procedures.
   • Contribute to the full spectrum of clinical governance.
10. Working to Protocols and Scope of Practice
    • Work within national and local protocols.
    • Recognise professional boundaries and refer patients appropriately when required.
11. Enhanced and Additional Services
    • Support delivery of enhanced services and other commissioned service requirements.
    • Lead public health campaigns (e.g. flu clinics).
    • Provide travel health advice services.
12. Safeguarding and Legal Compliance
    • Adhere to current legislation and practice policies relating to Safeguarding Adults and Children.
13. Incident Management and Complaints
    • Participate in the management of patient complaints when required.
    • Contribute to learning from incidents and near-miss events.
14. Mandatory Training and Appraisal
    • Complete all mandatory training and induction requirements.
    • Participate in annual appraisal and ongoing performance review.
15. Clinical Record Keeping and Coding
    • Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records in line with legislation and best practice.
    • Use SNOMED CT coding effectively.
16. Practice Targets and Registers
    • Contribute to achievement of practice targets, including the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF).
    • Maintain chronic disease registers and effective call/recall systems.
17. Clinical Skills and Direct Patient Care
    • Provide wound care, including ulcer care and Doppler assessments.
    • Chaperone patients when required.
    • Support the team in managing clinical emergencies.
18. Teamwork and External Liaison
    • Liaise with external services and agencies to ensure appropriate patient support, particularly for vulnerable patients.
    • Maintain a clean, safe, and effective working environment at all times.

Additional Duties The Practice Nurse may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role, depending on service needs, workload, and staffing levels.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of chronic disease management
• Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of working as a practice nurse

Disclosure and Barring service check

Essential

• 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.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Post graduate diploma or degree (other)

Desirable

• Travel Medicines Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel)
• Womens health (cervical cytology and contraception etc

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

Five Oaks Family Practice

Address

47 Graham Street

Beswick

Manchester

M11 3BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE

To undertake specialised psychological assessments, treatments and other types of clinical intervention appropriate to this level of training with individual & groups of service users within the inpatient acute service. To provide support and psychological consultation to inpatient multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs). To be able to work independently, under supervision, on a day-to-day basis. This work will be reviewed regularly with supervision usually being offered by a qualified HCPC registered practitioner psychologist.

DIMENSIONS Provide clinical support to service users, their families and colleagues within the services provided by Inpatient Complex Psychological Interventions Team.

Service delivered predominantly from the service base (Wotton Lawn Hospital) with majority of interactions in person.

CORE KEY RESPONSIBILITIESClinical To undertake specialised and protocol based psychological assessments - including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with service users, family members and others involved in the service users care To assist in the development of psychological formulations of complex clinical problems and the development and delivery of care plans, which include psychological treatment and/ or management of the service user problems including risk assessments. To determine appropriate psychological intervention, considering a range of potentially conflicting clinical information and dynamics under the supervision of a clinical psychologist. To design, implement and modify bespoke psychological interventions with service users and groups under the supervision of a clinical psychologist. To communicate confidential and personal information concerning psychological needs, obtained through assessments and interventions, to colleagues within and outside of the Trust and to the service user and their family To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups. To work as a member of a multidisciplinary team and attend meetings as appropriate. To follow a person-focused and evidence-based approach and work in partnership with service users and their families/carers. To work in accordance with National NHS and GHC policies and regulations, as well as those of relevant professional bodies. To receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with BPS guidance and good clinical practice. To assist in the planning, coordination and running of staff support forums such as reflective practice, case discussion, formulation and CPD workshops To maintain appropriate records in electronic or hard copy in line with Trust policies and Professional guidelines. Includes workload data and using word processing skills to produce service user related reports

Leadership / Management To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects within the service as required To support other members of the team with their development such as undergraduate students on placement, assistant psychologists and apprentice CAPs.

Teaching, training and supervision To assist with providing specialist training to other psychologists, trainees, assistants and other colleagues as appropriate. To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all service users of the service, across all settings where care takes place.

Research and service evaluation To plan, monitor and evaluate own work, using clinical outcomes assessments, small-scale research methodology and statistical procedures. To assist in the design and implementation of service-based audit and research projects using appropriate methodology and statistical procedures, as agreed with the clinical supervisor. To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes. To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist the team and respond to changes in evidence-based practice in individual work and work with other team members. To continually develop own knowledge of applied psychological models, specific client groups and types of psychological difficulty through reading, literature searches and personal study.

Professional To manage work independently according to goals agreed at intervals with their manager, working independently on a day to day basis To work within guidance and direction of qualified HCPC registered Psychologist and guided by the Professions standards including the British Psychological Society (BPS) Code of Conduct, Ethics Guidelines for Chartered Psychologists, and registration. To carry out Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activity and to maintain a CPD. log suitable for submission to the BPS, which demonstrates 70 hours per year CPD. CPD to include gaining wider experience of professional psychology within the NHS over and above that provided within the principal service area where the post-holder is employed. Also to include developing skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties

OTHER Prepare test materials, visual aids and undertake specific administrative duties as required.

Perform other duties of a similar kind appropriate to the grade that may be required from time to time by their manager.

COMMUNICATIONS AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Service users, families, carers and advocates Multi-disciplinary colleagues, social services staff, and staff from private / voluntary organisations. CAPs in other parts of the region (professional networks) Attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed. Clinical supervision is provided from a qualified Clinical Psychologist. Contributes to relevant Psychology activities and meets as required with Psychology colleagues.

EFFORT AND HEALTH & SAFETY FACTORS The duties of psychological assessment, intervention, and management require concentration and may require some long periods of sitting. Computers are used frequently The nature of the job involves work with people in distress and being faced with severe behavioural, emotional, and mental health issues. Sometimes it involves being faced with verbal and physical aggression, highly distressing self-injurious behaviour, and coming into contact with family breakdown, physical or sexual abuse and neglect. Competence in breakaway techniques (and restraint as necessary) is required. Work is conducted in a variety of settings (e.g. service users homes, hospital wards, residential or day care facilities). Settings may be difficult to work in, e.g. temperature, space available, frequent interruptions, lack of privacy, poor cleanliness, exposure to cigarette smoke and other environmental hazards. Work is sometimes in environments where there is close contact with people with poor personal hygiene and there may be contact with bodily fluids, blood, urine, faeces, lice, etc. The job requires transporting and using test materials / equipment (suitcase sized loads)

MOST CHALLENGING PART OF THE JOB Working in very emotionally demanding situations, being faced with significant levels of distress or anger, or other challenging behaviours. Working with service users/patients who may experience psychosis, suicidal thoughts, self-harm and substance misuse leading to emotional deregulation, behavioural disturbance and verbal and actual threats of harm. Undertaking complex assessments with service users who have multiple needs, including adverse childhood experiences: complex social and housing needs: substance misuse difficulties and high levels of risk Working with service users with chronic and/or deteriorating conditions, and dealing with the breaking of bad news with services users, their families and carers about their condition. Tackling barriers to assessment and interventions such as lack of insight, or engagement with services, impairment in communication, sensory impairment or other cognitive impairments. Developing capacity for accurate self-awareness about current knowledge, skills and gaps to develop own learning objectives to meet needs of the job role. Dealing effectively with conflict, controversy, distress and confrontation on a regular basis Managing the expectations of service users, and carers.

Please refer to JD/PS for additional detail about generic responsibilities for all post holders in GHC.

The Trustis required towork in line with the Governments UK Visa and Immigration Rules and Regulations. For more information about sponsorship for certain roles, please visit -https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Honours degree in BPS accredited psychology degree (2:1 or above or 2:2 with substantial relevant experience)
• Completed level 7 Apprenticeship masters degree 'Clinical Associate in Psychology' from an approved course
• Eligible for graduate basis for chartered membership of BPS

Desirable

• Evidence of training/CPD to develop knowledge and theory relevant to the specialism

Experience

Essential

• Willingness to work in the face of emotive and distressing problems, and possible verbal abuse/threat of physical abuse
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, sensitive information to patients, carers and families and other colleagues
• Prior experience with the service user group or experience in an inpatient or residential clinical setting
• Some experience of using/administering/interpreting neuropsychological standardised tests e.g. WAIS IV/WMS/DKEFS
• Additional knowledge/experience of research methodology

Knowledge

Essential

• Strong listening skills, empathic towards people in distress
• Practical working knowledge of at least one relevant psychological approach e.g. CBT
• Experience of MDT working
• Experience of groups

Skills

Essential

• Emotional robustness to frequently work with the intense distress of others
• Calm but assertive to help effective communication when there are barriers to understanding and in circumstances where hostility, manipulation, conflict and antagonism could be present
• Ability to recognise limits of competence and seek support when needed
• Ability to prioritise work and organise own diary
• Ability to undertake all statutory and mandatory training
• Competency in breakaway techniques and de-escalation established and maintained via trust training

Other requirements

Essential

• Computer literate, keyboard skills and competent with Microsoft office software
• Ability to travel to locations as required in a timely manner to fulfil the requirements of the role
• Ability to keep and maintain appropriate records in keeping with Trust policies and BPS guidance

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

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wotton Lawn Hospital

Horton Road

Gloucester

GL1 3WL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will within a multiagency team to identify early and engage to help at risk families delivering evidenced based episodes of care.

The post holder will have a shared responsibility for managing skill mix teams

The post holder will participate in practice development and public health initiatives

The post holder will have responsibility for maintaining own professional accountability through supervision and updating.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship as per the Governments UK VISA and Immigration Rules and Regulations. For moreinformationplease visithttps://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to a degree level (or equivalent)
• Specialist Community Public Health Nursing qualification, diploma or degree
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Active registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) on part 1 or 2 (Registered Nurse of Midwife)- RHV Health Visitor HV Health Visitor

Length and /or nature of experience

Essential

• Experience of working across agencies
• Understanding and experience of the application of research in practice
• Evidence of child protection experience
• Experience in identifying and assessing health needs including community health needs

Professional/ managerial/ specialist knowledge

Essential

• Sound understanding of the NHS plan and other national policies and how it will impact on local services
• Knowledge of health visiting policies and procedures that underpin evidence based practice

Desirable

• Knowledge of Family Drug and Alcohol Court, framework and practices

Personal Skills, Abilities and Attributes

Essential

• Accurate clinical record keeping following national and local guidelines
• The ability to undertake in-depth and evidence based reports to assist allied professionals within the FDAC
• To deliver specific & specialised assessments and interventions
• Provision of accurate data following set systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Maintain records as per NMC guidelines/local policy
• IT literacy
• Ability to teach, assess and present
• Good listening, communication and networking skills
• Ability to form good working relationships with colleagues and clients
• Ability to undertake all statutory and mandatory training

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages eg Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher, Outlook

Other requirements

Essential

• Ability to cope with a frequently changing professional climate

Desirable

• Ability to travel around the locality as requested, independently and efficiently.

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

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Barbican House

TACS 2nd Floor, Barbican House, Barbican Road

Gloucester

GL1 2JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Make a difference in your local community

Helping others improve and turn their lives around is one of the most rewarding things you can do. At Cygnet, this is what we do every day for thousands of people across more than 150 services and sites throughout the UK.

We are looking for a confident, compassionate and committed Care & Support Worker to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke, located on Beach Road in the coastal village of Kewstoke, near Weston-super-Mare.

This is more than just a care job. It is an opportunity to be part of a local team making a positive difference in peoples lives, supporting recovery, promoting independence and helping to build trust with the wider Kewstoke and Weston-super-Mare community.

If you are looking for a rewarding Care & Support Worker job in Kewstoke, a mental health support worker role near Weston-super-Mare, or a career in health and social care where you can genuinely make an impact, we would love to hear from you.

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Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke provides care and support for men and women with mental health needs, including emergency admissions, rehabilitation pathways and specialist support for individuals with complex mental health presentations.

Set within more than 16 acres of landscaped grounds and overlooking the Bristol Channel, our peaceful beachside location helps us pr ovide a calm, therapeutic and recovery-focused environment. The hospital offers a broad range of therapies including CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR and DBT, supporting service users to build confidence, develop coping strategies and work towards their personal goals.

As part of our team, you will play an important role in delivering safe, respectful and person-centred care every day.

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We know how important Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke is to the local area. We want to continue building strong, positive relationships with the community by being a responsible local employer, providing high-quality care and supporting people to recover in a safe and therapeutic environment.

By joining us as a Care & Support Worker in Kewstoke, you will help us:

• Deliver compassionate care that makes a real difference
• Support people through some of the most difficult times in their lives
• Promote dignity, independence and hope
• Contribute to a safer, more supportive therapeutic environment
• Be part of a team that local people can feel proud of

About the Role

This role involves working 12-hour shifts, with a mixture of day and night shifts.

Salary: £13.45 per hour, rising to £13.89 after 18 months of service

As a Care & Support Worker, you will support service users with their day-to-day needs, emotional wellbeing and recovery journey. You will work closely with nurses, therapists and wider clinical teams to provide consistent, compassionate and safe support.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Offering enhanced care using a flexible and person-centred approach
• Providing physical and emotional support to people in our care
• Building positive, professional and trusting relationships with service users
• Learning about each individuals needs and supporting them in the most appropriate way
• Assisting with medical, welfare and personal support needs
• Reporting on medical and welfare needs as required
• Supporting safeguarding practices and maintaining professional boundaries
• Helping to maintain a safe, clean and therapeutic environment
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive daily routines
• Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team

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We are looking for people who care deeply about making a difference.

• Genuinely driven to improve peoples lives
• Compassionate, patient and respectful
• Confident working in a mental health care environment
• An excellent communicator
• A good team player
• Sensitive and intuitive in your approach
• Reliable, resilient and willing to learn
• Passionate about empowering people and supporting independence

Previous experience in care, mental health, support work or healthcare can be helpful, but your values, attitude and commitment to outstanding care are just as important.

Why Cygnet?

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. You will be joining a team where your work matters and where you will be supported to develop.

• Excellent career prospects
• Opportunities for further learning through our apprenticeship scheme
• Expert supervision and support
• Employee referral scheme
• Free Health Cash Plan
• 24-hour free GP support line
• Free life assurance cover
• Free eye tests
• Car lease discounts
• Discounted gym membership
• Free mortgage broker and insurance support
• Pension scheme
• Employee NHS discount savings
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Smart Health Toolkit, including fitness programmes, nutrition consultation and health checks

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cygnet Hospital Kew stoke located?

Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke is located on Beach Road in Kewstoke, just outside Weston-super-Mare in North Somerset, overlooking the Bristol Channel.

What type of role is this?

This is a Care & Support Worker role in a mental health hospital, supporting people with emotional, physical and welfare needs as part of their recovery journey.

What shifts will I work?

You will work 12-hour shifts, with a mixture of days and nights.

How much does the role pay?

£13.45 per hour, rising to £13.89 after 18 months of service

Is this role suitable for someone local to Kewstoke or Weston-super-Mare?

Yes. This is a great opportunity for someone from Kewstoke, Sand Bay, Worle, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset or the surrounding area who wants a meaningful local role in health and social care.

Is sponsorship available?

Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for this role.

Ready to make a positive difference?

If you care about making a difference, we want to talk to you.

Join Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke as a Care & Support Worker and help us provide safe, compassionate and recovery-focused care in the heart of the local community.

Apply now to start your career with Cygnet.

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

weston super mare

BS22 9UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis
• Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly
• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs
• Demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process
• Manage patient risk effectively and safely, including high levels of complexity and uncertainty
• Evaluate the safety and effectiveness of your own clinical practice
• Utilise your clinical mentor and other clinical staff appropriately to ensure safe and effective patient care, demonstrating awareness of your own limitations
• Provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, individualised patient care within the surgery, patients own home or other environment where patient care is carried out.
• Refer patients directly to other services/agencies as appropriate, utilising Practice and local guidelines and in a timely manner
• Pro-actively identify, diagnose, monitor and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition as appropriate
• Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan
• Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice, and national and practice protocols, and within own scope of practice.
• Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments.
• Provide information and advice on prescribed and over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions
• Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care
• Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy living and to apply principles of self-care
• Recognise, assess and refer patients with mental health needs as appropriate
• Communicate with and support patients receiving bad news

Other responsibilities:

• Recognise and work within own competence and in accordance with the professional code of conduct of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or Faculty of Physician Associates (Royal College of Physicians) as appropriate
• Monitor the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice through quality assurance strategies such as the use of audit, mentor feedback, case review and peer review
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation and records utilising I.T. as appropriate and in accordance with Practice protocol
• Use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense
• Deliver care according to evidence based practice, following agreed protocols, local and national guidelines
• Understand and apply legal policy that supports the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, being aware of statutory child/vulnerable adult health procedure and local guidance
• Work within policies regarding family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour, and refer as appropriate
• Contribute to achievement of the highest possible quality standards such as the QOF and other agreed Key Performance Indicator targets
• Attend in-house governance, educational and staff meetings as appropriate
• Assist with the training of other staff members and also with the education of doctors, nurses and other health professionals in training as appropriate
• Pro-active engagement with the practice population and wider community to promote healthy living and encourage uptake of services. This may include visits to local schools, community centres and other groups as necessary
• Undertake additional tasks as required within your general role as a Primary Care Practitioner and senior member of the team

Leadership responsibilities:

• Act as a positive role model
• Provide professional leadership as required
• Support the development of others in order to maximise potential
• Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and external good practice
• Critically evaluate and review innovations and developments that are relevant to the area of work
• Participate in planning and implementing changes within the area of care and responsibility
• Contribute and participate in the development of local guidelines, protocols and standards
• Ensure the principles of infection control and local/national policies and guidelines are applied throughout the practice, monitoring and implementing changes as required

Person Specification

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Able to undertake the requirements of the post.

Desirable

• Reliable.
• Flexible.
• Excellent attendance record.

Other

Essential

• Aware of accountability of own role and that required of a Registered Physician Associate.
• Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely.
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies.
• Understanding of evidence-based practice.
• Negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Ability to form good working relationships with a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to listen and empathise.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
• Demonstrable evidence and commitment to professional development.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work as team player.
• Initiative and drive.
• Pleasant and articulate.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Self-motivated and positive.
• Empathetic, honest, caring.
• Adaptable and forward looking.
• Enthusiastic and energetic.
• Diplomatic and considered.
• Hard working, willing and flexible.
• Observance of strict confidentiality.
• Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Quality and Outcomes Framework.

Knowledge/Qualifications/Skills

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Registered Paramedic (HCPC) or Registered Physiotherapist (HCPC).
• Masters Degree in Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Minor illness qualification at degree level assessed by OSCEs
• Minor injuries qualification.
• Current registration.
• Independent non-medical prescriber or working towards it or proven ability to use Patient Group Directions.
• Aware of accountability of own role and that required of a Registered Practitioner.
• Good communication (oral and written) and inter personal skills.
• Change management skills and ability to support patients to change lifestyle.
• Negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Keyboard skills.

Desirable

• At least two years experience post MSc qualification.
• Mentor/teaching qualification.
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies.
• Knowledge of Quality and Outcomes Framework.

Competencies/Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Practitioner-led management of minor illness and injuries.
• Evidence of working autonomously, with some support and supervision.
• First contact care.
• Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice.
• Ability to listen and empathise

Desirable

• Experience of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience of GP Clinical IT systems.
• Proven competency as an Independent non-medical prescriber.

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

Haxby Group

Address

Haxby & Wigginton Health Centre

2 The Village

York

YO32 2LL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To see what some of our staff think about working in our team watch our video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osNdoHNbXcE

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable experience at band 6 level in Emergency Nursing or equivalent
• Experience of Leading a Team
• Competent understanding of OD and People Policies
• Registered Nurse with NMC

Desirable

• Experience in leading change or transformation within a clinical setting
• Risk Management including Datix
• Complaints Investigation and Management

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• ALS
• EPALS
• Teaching and assessing course

Desirable

• Masters level in study in a related area

Other

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure in a past paced 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

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Odstock Road

Salisbury

SP2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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