Job description

Job responsibilities

On a shift-by-shift basis co-ordinate appropriate staffing across Children's Emergency Department and Paediatrics. Work collaboratively with all nursing and medical teams in the department and paediatric inpatient areas. The post holder should have previous experience of working in a busy and fast paced ED environment, have the ability to communicate with different teams and continually adapt to a changing environment.

Post holder would take on link role responsibility dependant on personal preferences (trauma, bereavement, risk assessment & audit and student mentoring and support).

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• RSCN/RN CHILD
• Evidence of a good command of written and spoken English
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Degree in Children's Nursing

Knowledge

Essential

• Have undertaken APLS or willingness to undertake within 3 months
• Knowledge of Child protection issues
• An understanding of the philosophy of paediatric care & Paediatric A&E

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in emergency nursing

Desirable

• Supervision of junior staff and interest in teaching

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Employee Relations/People Management

Advise and support managers in managing absence, discipline and grievance, capability issues and management of change. This may include participation in meetings and on occasions advising managers at hearings where complex and sensitive information is communicated.

Work in partnership with managers to develop effective solutions to HR management issues through the effective use of questioning, listening, persuasion and negotiating skills.

Support the development of managers people management skills through advice, coaching and training.

Line management responsibilities may be required for junior members of the team.

Policies and Procedures

Interprets and reviews changes to employment legislation and uses this knowledge to contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies.

Training and Development

Preparing and delivering training and development activities including identifying appropriate training solutions to a variety of audiences e.g. conduct, capability, induction, maternity.

Equality and Diversity

To promote and provide advice and guidance on Equality and Diversity issues as they relate to people management and in the context of the services supported.

Other Responsibilities

Use HR data to proactively provide HR advice and guidance to support improvements within service areas e.g. tackling areas of high absence, recruitment and retention, workforce planning.

Undertake project work as required which may include carrying out research and producing reports and statistical information and working with colleagues to implement the project e.g. reward and benefits.

Participate in continuous professional development.

Undertake other duties commensurate to the role and banding of the post.

Communications and Relationships

Maintain effective working relationships with managers, employees, team members, trade unions, professional associations and external organisations.

Please see full job description and person specification within supporting documents section.

Person Specification

Specific skills

Essential

• Ability to interpret policies, terms and conditions and analyse situations.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to use other systems as required.
• Research and analytical skills to interpret complex information.
• Developed interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills required to exchange sensitive / complex information to a variety of audiences.
• Persuasion and negotiating skills.
• Ability to present information using a variety of methods to different audiences.
• Ability to plan, prioritise, manage and organise own workload to meet conflicting and competing service needs.
• Judgement and problem-solving skills to be able to provide options/solutions on people management issues.
• Ability to access a variety of Livewell Southwest sites.

Desirable

• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in HRM or related field or equivalent level of experience.
• Associate member of the CIPD.

Desirable

• Chartered Member status with the CIPD.

Knowledge

Essential

• Proven knowledge of current people management practice.
• Understanding of the principles of job evaluation.
• Proven knowledge of Equality and Diversity including associated legislation.
• Broad knowledge and experience of interpreting employment legislation e.g. TUPE legislation.
• Recent and relevant continuing professional development (e.g. Employment Law courses and regular employment up-dates).

Desirable

• Knowledge of public sector terms and conditions.

Experience

Essential

• Significant demonstrable experience of Human Resources issues in a large complex organisation including sickness absence management, change management, employment law and performance and case management issues.
• Experience of providing HR advice and support in an HR environment on terms and conditions e.g. policies & procedures, maternity, paternity, adoption.
• Experience of preparing and delivering training and development activities on a range of HR topics.
• Experience of using an employee records database.

Desirable

• Experience of reward & benefits.
• Experience of advising on TUPE transfers either into or out of the organisation.
• Broad experience of supporting on organisational change processes.
• Experience of working in a Trade Union environment.

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

Crownhill Court

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 5DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for assessing, triaging, planning, implementing, evaluating care which may be complex, sensitive and unpredictable with the support of senior nurse / nurse specialist/caseload holder To support the team and delivery of care, application of clinical judgement in day-to-day changes in patients' needs and circumstances external to the individual, determining when to seek advice from senior clinical or management staff. This includes response to immediate crisis. To undertake and to develop all nursing skills and competencies, updating as required for their role to enhance the skill mix of the nursing team ensuring that the ever-changing health needs of patients are met. To maintain accurate records, which are confidential, contemporaneous, legible, and all care given to be documented. These records may be paper or IT based system and must be maintained as specified in the LWSW Policies, the relevant professional body guidelines and Government directives. To provide clinical supervision to other staff and students. Promoting and supporting people in their care and treatment to help them manage their own health and wellbeing, maximising independence and facilitating health promotion. Depending on role you will be required to work within a defined geographical area undertaking specific clinical nursing duties to patients in a variety of settings such as their own homes, care homes.

To work within the scope of the NMC professional code of practice. Moving across the organisation should the need arise, for example, in a pandemic situation. To work within Livewell Southwest policies Promoting and supporting people in their care and treatment to help them manage their own health and wellbeing, maximising independence and facilitating health promotion. To undertake and to develop all nursing skills and competencies, updating as required for the role to enhance the skill mix of the nursing team, ensuring that the ever-changing health needs of the patients are met Share knowledge and skills and empower others. Some services you may require additional training to deliver intravenous medication or additional specialist nursing skills for your role. To work collaboratively and maintain key working relationships with managers and service / practice leads. Provide holistic evidence based / best practice care to patients in accordance with national and organisational approved policies / procedures and individual care plans. To act as a clinical advisor on health promotions within their areas of expertise and act as a Link Nurse. To undertake all required training to develop competencies required for the role.

To be responsible in the absence of the senior clinical Nurse Manager to manage own workload and delegate nursing care to appropriately skilled staff and ensure that these are supported. To assume responsibility as delegated by a senior member of staff. To act as a role model for all staff and students demonstrating specialist clinical skills and high standards of practice and professional conduct. To share knowledge and information to promote a cohesive team. To take responsibility for your own personal and professional development, maintain competence, knowledge and skills commensurate with the role. To assess, teach, support, and supervise colleagues including Pre-registration students and medical students. To participate in team activities to develop and consolidate a cohesive and supportive team ensuring openness within the team. To facilitate and participate in the development of team members, competencies, clinical supervision and staff performance as directed by the Service Lead. To participate in the recruitment and selection of new staff. To participate in coordinator/duty rota as required.

To exercise a duty of care in relation to the use of the organisations equipment and resources in a cost-effective manner. To use Livewell Southwest resources responsibly. To work in collaboration with the budget holder, you may be required to be an authorised signatory for ordering stores, equipment, and stationery. To ensure that all loans of equipment are monitored and maintained in good working order as per operational policy. To monitor stock levels and ensure the supply levels are sufficient to meet the demands of the service.

To maintain accurate records, which are confidential, contemporaneous, legible, and all care given to be documented. These records may be paper or IT based system and must be maintained as specified in the LWSW Policies, the relevant professional body guidelines and Government directives. To oversee the standard of patients records by audit or peer review and have a regular open discussion with team members. To complete on time and submit all necessary forms, documentation, including IT data and forward as required by the manager/organisation. To support in the triage process accepting appropriate referrals directly from other disciplines, patients, carers and members of the public and/or refer to other agencies where appropriate. To be responsible for organising own time management on a daily basis in line with caseload demands balancing patient needs with the administrative aspect of the role. To be involved in all aspects of clinical governance including audits and research. To preserve confidentiality and be aware of GDPR, Access to Health Records and consent to treatment. Responsibility for people who use our services Be responsible for contributing to the holistic assessment, planning delivery and evaluation of care to patients within their own homes. Implement, monitor and maintain high standards of care delivery at all times. To act as a patient advocate as required ensuring individual needs, preferences and choices are delivered by the service. Support CHC assessment and case management as part of the MDT for people at home where the community nurse is identified as the most appropriate community team member. To be involved in all steps of a patient's journey from referral to discharge. To undertake health promotion as requested to all age groups and contribute to planned health promotion activities e.g. NSFs, smoking cessation and long-term conditions. To act as a resource in providing advice and support for patients, relatives, carers, and other agencies. To have a flexible approach to the working day in order to meet the needs of the patient/service. To support the monitoring of patient satisfaction and promote appropriate service developments. To signpost to appropriate services, statutory and voluntary bodies. To have good communication skills which enable you to effectively communicate with patients, their relatives and carers about sensitive and accurate information about their condition. To support the prevention of hospital admissions. To undertake comprehensive risk assessments of all situations associated with the care of patients in order to ensure nurses and the carers safety. This might include the assessment and provision of equipment ensuring it is used safely. To provide holistic evidence based / best practice care to patients in accordance with National and LWSW approved policies/procedures and individual care plans. Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments To be aware of and abide by Livewell Southwest approved policies, patient group directives, standards and quality assurance initiatives. To support development and review of policies, protocols, clinical guidelines, documentation systems and education materials to direct own and others practice in line with best practice, professional forums, ensuring the clinical practice reflects national and local drivers. To Preserve confidentiality and be aware of the GDPR, Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records and Consent for Treatment. To report and record all incidents and near misses relating to health, safety, security, fire, physical violence, aggression, and verbal abuse. To monitor and maintain the health, safety and security of self, others in the team and patients. To integrate theory into practice by bringing new knowledge a from training into the practice environment. Evaluate the impact of these training programmes, for patients and carers, to ensure that they provide the necessary knowledge and skills to gain independence, safely manage changing circumstances and plan for unavoidable progression of conditions.

To act as a change agent, Organisation wide, initiating, facilitating, and supporting change initiatives, across professional boundaries.

To work within the scope of the NMC professional code of practice. Ability to use a computer, being responsible for timely recording of patient activities for IT, data collection, dealing with e-mail queries, stock and equipment ordering. To have an up-to-date personal development plan and professional portfolio. To participate in an annual appraisal of their work in line with the Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) where the job description will be reviewed and objectives set. In line with the annual development plan the postholder will be expected to undertake any training or development required to fulfill their role. To monitor own performance against agreed objectives through personal development plans, NMC regulations and maintain professional expertise by arranging and attending meetings, study days and in service training to support their own role and that of others. To complete specific clinical competencies relevant to role and ensure these are updated. Problem-solve and liaise as soon as possible with the Clinical Nurse / Caseload Holder issues that may arise. Continually re-prioritising workload due to the unpredictability and demands for urgent visits.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st Level Nurse Registration (degree or diploma) NMC Registration
• Willingness to undertake further education around management of longterm conditions.
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Previous community nursing experience.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of a variety of healthcare settings
• Knowledge of recent developments within health and social care
• Keeps up to date with evidence - based practice and research related to nursing and health care in the community
• Ability to operate community equipment
• Ability to identify and pass on urgent client information to the senior staff

Desirable

• Experience of working in field as described in job purpose.

Additional requirements

Essential

• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.
• The role may require a variety of shift patterns and ability to work flexibly.
• Creates and fosters a culture of openness, honesty, integrity and inclusiveness.
• Demonstrate commitment to and focus on quality, promotes high standards to consistently improve patient outcomes.
• Dexterity to enable clinical skills to be performed, i.e., removal of sutures, venepuncture & IV therapy

Skills

Essential

• Ability to use initiative and work autonomously.
• Ability to decision make and problem solve.
• Good time management and delegation skills.
• Ability to assess patients and make appropriate referrals and recommendations using evidence-based practice.
• Strong analytical and judgement skills, with the ability to interpret complex situations and make appropriate decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with other health and social care professionals, patients, carers and the public.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to adapt to the demands of a constantly changing environment
• Ability to undertake nursing skills and to prioritise visits in accordance with patient need.
• Ability to organise own workload without direct supervision.
• Ability to input data manually and electronically according to organisational policies.
• Work within agreed Policies and procedures.
• Effective communication and interactive skills including oral, written and IT
• Ability to act as a champion for patients/carers and their interests, ensuring the patients voice has an impact on service developments.

Desirable

• Advanced knowledge and competence in Tissue Viability
• Advanced knowledge and competence Bladder & Bowel
• Advanced knowledge and competence End Of Life
• Advanced knowledge and competence IV drug administration
• Advanced knowledge and competence Diagnostic skills
• Experience of managing a caseload.

Knowledge

Essential

• Team worker and ability to work alone
• Ability to listen to and communicate with patients and carers in a compassionate and caring manner
• Presentation skills or teaching to individuals e.g., patients and to small groups for example students
• Up to date knowledge of current practice within the area specified in job purpose.
• Understanding of Clinical Supervision and continued professional development.

Desirable

• Relevant post registration courses/knowledge base relevant to post.
• Evidence of up to date mandatory training and completion of competency frameworks.
• Understanding of Community Nursing service and local issue

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

Beauchamp Centre

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

Patient Support Receptionist duties are listed below. It is the responsibility of the duty holder to ensure that they know and understand the specific tasks related to the duties and seeking support as necessary.

Weekend Tasks

Morning Patient Support Receptionists Tasks

- open up reception area

- log on reception computers located on front desk

- unlock scripts box

- unlock patient access entrance

- empty letter box

Evening Patient Support Receptionists Tasks

- close down the reception area

- log off all computers that have been used in reception, ensuring that all users are logged out of clinical system

- lock scripts box

- ensure patient access entrance is locked and automatic mechanism is disabled

- undertake security checks of consulting rooms

In addition to the above, you will be required to undertake the following additional responsibilities on completion of relevant training.

Script queries. Dealing and resolving script issues raised during the weekends.

Fridge temperature Checking and recording fridge temperature. This is required to ensure the fridges within the centre are at the correct temperature, any problems to be reported to WIC Supervisor or Practice Manager.

Contacting and making appointments for patients on QoF and/or Seasonal Flu lists and ad hoc.

Checking rooms on Sunday.

Ad hoc duties.

Administration

- To have thorough knowledge of all Practice procedures

- To work in accordance with written protocols

Other Tasks

- Ensure building security have thorough knowledge of doors/windows/alarm

- Any other tasks allocated by supervisor.

Personal / Professional Development:

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such as 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 activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good IT skills, understanding of Microsoft Office applications such as - word, excel etc.
• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict patient confidentiality.
• Good time management
• Able to demonstrate compassion, empathy and understanding.

Desirable

• NVQ in Customer Service or Administration
• NHS experience, ideally as a Medical Receptionist in General Practice
• Familiar with SystmOne clinical system or experience of working with other electronic patient records.

Qualities

Essential

• Able to work as part of a multi-skilled team
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Able to work in a constantly changing environment
• Able to work on own initiative and without direct supervision
• Polite, friendly and articulate manner

Desirable

• Ability to undertake training outside of normal working hours if necessary
• Interested in developing knowledge and skills and taking on additional learning

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

Putnoe Medical Centre

Address

93 Queens Drive

Bedford

MK41 9JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Carry out planned care for a group of patients with support from senior staff.
• Ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence based, individualised patient care.
• Assist in performing safe effective care for patients requiring advanced clinical skills.
• Recognise when changes in patients condition occur and take appropriate action.
• Assist and advise unregistered staff in the delivery of patient care.
• Assist in the safe transfer of critically ill patients.
• Maintain accurate clinical observations of the patient and act accordingly.
• Contribute to the delivery of the Hospitals Nursing Strategy and the Hospitals Strategic Objectives.
• Conduct oneself in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and Hospital policies.
• To be aware of and take appropriate action in regard to cardiac arrest, fire and major incident.
• Be aware of and adhere to Hospital policies and procedures.
• To undertake responsibility for tasks delegated by the Senior Nurse and Ward Manager.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with a valid NMC registration
• Diploma/degree in relevant subject
• Post registration qualification in stroke or acute Medicine or demonstrate relevant experience and competency in area of specialities
• 1 year post registration experience medical ward or setting
• Evidence of ongoing training and commitment to development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth

Address

60 Grove End Road

St John’s Wood

London

NW8 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of outstanding care, collaborating with colleagues and the wider Akari Care team. You will be kind and caring and committed to maintaining an environment in which our residents are valued, respected, retain their individuality and dignity, and lead fulfilled lives.

You will assist our residents with daily living. Every day is different and could include helping with personal care, meals or simply spending time with them. Working together to make a difference for our residents, we will respect their individual choices by providing personalised care and support.

About you

• Kind and caring nature and enjoys supporting others and working in a team
• Good communication skills and able to build relationships
• Flexibility and adaptable to changes at short notice
• Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
• Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated

What is in it for you.

• A competitive salary
• Employer pension contribution of 3%
• Flexible working hours and patterns
• We offer Wage stream - an app allowing youaccess to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Recognition schemes, rewarding referral schemes and access to retail discounts
• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid
• 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
• Fully funded training and development
• An engaging community environment where everyone is respected
• Welfare and well-being support

Whether you are an experienced carer or are starting a career in care, we are looking for colleagues who can make a difference for our residents within Akari Care. In case you had not guessed, our values are:

• Personalised
• Kind
• Caring
• Trusted
• Community

If you share our values, then we would love to hear from you.

Akari Care is proudly working towards achieving Veteran Friendly Framework status across all of our homes, demonstrating our commitment to supporting those who have served. We warmly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication that they bring to our teams.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Kind, caring nature; good communication; flexibility; willingness to support 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

Akari Care Limited

Address

Akari Care

Blyth

NE24 1DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level registered general adult nurse
• Evidence of teaching and assessing
• SPC qualification in District Nursing or equivalent; demonstrating robust evidence of caseload management, community profiling and application of health needs assessment

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Proficiency in delivering high quality evidenced based care
• To be able to demonstrate continuing professional development
• Ability to work and communicate effectively within a MDT setting

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working within a community healthcare setting
• Experience of making autonomous decisions

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chester South Care Community Team

The Lache Health Center, Hawthorn Road

Chester

CH4 8HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event of high levels of interest. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Please note that, in line with UKVI regulations, this vacancy does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route. As a result, we are unable to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position.

We remain committed to fair and equal recruitment practices and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Person Specification

Application Completion

Essential

• ALL sections of application form FULLY completed

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education to GCSE level or equivalent, including Maths and English Language.
• Excellent keyboard skills

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Administration of equivalent

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing a service to patients or customers
• Experience of using electronic systems
• Experience of Microsoft Office products
• Working knowledge within the General Data Protection Regulations 2018
• Team Working

Desirable

• Previous NHS administration experience
• Experience of conflict resolution

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Essential

• Good Organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Team working
• Knowledge of, and adherence to, General Data Protection Regulations 2018
• Excellent keyboard skills
• Knowledge of clinical pathways
• Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of media
• Proven experience of working to deadlines
• Problem solving abilities and use of own initiative.
• Proactive and able to work on own initiative

Desirable

• Knowledge of Lorenzo
• Ability to prioritise and allocate the team workload.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Good understanding of the NHS Agenda

Special Attributes and other

Essential

• Professional
• Caring
• Honest
• Accountable
• Responsible Attitude

Other Requirements

Essential

• Interested in personal development.
• Flexible approach to hours and conditions

Desirable

• Willingness to travel to other sites

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

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Castle Hill Hospital

Castle Road

Cottingham

HU16 5JQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

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

The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

Effective management of long-term conditions

Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles

Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training

Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

Prepare and complete the revalidation process

Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines

Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies

Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registered with a license to practise; On the NHS England Performers List.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in General Practice/Primary Care setting; Experience of working to achieve standards within the Quality and Outcome Framework (QoF) Working autonomously in an General Practitioner role.

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Essential

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient care skills; Enthusiastic, collaborative and keen to contribute to a positive team culture.

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

Millstream Medical Centre

Address

Avon Approach

Salisbury

SP1 3SL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking a Practice Nurse looking for an exciting new opportunity?

Broad Oak Medical Centre are looking for a Practice Nurse for 37.5 hours per week.

Key duties will include:

• You will assist the registered manager with duties related to CQC outcomes, ensuring that compliance is maintained. As well as working collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of the patients, ensuring practice policies and procedures are followed.
• Providing care for the presenting patient, treatment, chronic disease management and evaluation of care.

Interested? What you will need to be considered:

• UK registered nurse with significant post registration experience.
• Experience in cervical cytology and baby immunisations.
• Must have a good knowledge on quality outcomes framework.

What we can offer you as a Practice Nurse:

• Annualsalary of up to £44,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata.
• 1 weeks paid CPD/study leave pro rata per year as well as in house CPD training sessions tailored to meet your needs.
• Access to our bespoke learning management system.
• Annual formative clinical assessment to support competency development.
• Variedopportunities for career development within our wider organisation and a range of other exciting employee benefits such as car benefit scheme, cycle to work schemes, travel season ticket loans, discount cards and employee wellbeing services.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• UK registered nurse with significant post registration experience, experience in cervical cytology, baby immunisations, and a good knowledge of the Quality Outcomes Framework.

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

Operose Health

Address

Operose Health

Nottingham

NG8 6LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Hold a Diploma/Degree in Professional Nursing.

Be a first level registered nurse with 2 years experience in an acute setting.

Possess relevant post basic education and experience, which should include a minimum of two years at Band 5.

Provide evidence of continuous personal and professional development.

Possess the aptitude and confidence for working within a rapidly changing environment.

Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.

Key Responsibilities

To provide clinical and professional leadership and support to all non-medical staff in the ward, ensuring that nursing practice is based on current and best evidence.

Take responsibility for own personal and professional development, maintaining clinical credibility and competence at all times.

Keep an up to date personal portfolio, in line with requirements in maintaining NMC registration.

Ensure that the wards philosophy is in line with the principles of clinical governance and that all staff understands its significance to practice.

In conjunction with the Ward Manager ensure that KPIs, Nurse Care Indicators and Infection Prevention standards are maintained each month.

To participate in the setting and maintaining of high standards of evidence based nursing.

Accurately undertake full health assessments, interpreting clinical signs of patients, results and investigations and make recommendations for patient management.

To supervise and evaluate work of all nursing staff.

Promote patient and carers involvement in care planning, delivery and evaluation, ensuring junior staff develop the necessary skills to do this.

Implement a communication system to keep patients and their relatives/families informed of treatment and progress. Undertake audits at regular intervals to maintain standards of record keeping.

Supervises and monitors junior staff in developing the necessary skills to identify care priorities and address them in a pertinent and timely manner, seeking advice where appropriate.

Communicates and interacts with patients, carers and staff in a non-judgmental way, demonstrating mutual respect and trust utilising a variety of communication skills.

To ensure patients and relatives needs are met in a courteous, helpful and compassionate manner.

Act as a patient advocate to facilitate the process of shared decision making in respect to health, choice of treatment and care. Use interpersonal and communication skills where there may be significant barriers in order to build confidence. Ensure that patients individual needs are expressed and valued and individual care plans are understood.

To liase with other agencies and professionals to maintain good service provision.

Maintain effective relationships between the ward and the multi-disciplinary team.

To maintain accurate and comprehensive records of patients care in line with the NMC code for record keeping.

Co-ordinate clinical activities within the unit and have responsibility for shift management.

Act as clinical leader and role model, sharing expertise with colleagues.

To ensure safety and confidentiality of patient information.

Communications and Working Relationships

To work with the ward manager to ensure that all staff sickness is monitored and that the Trusts sickness and absence policy is adhered to.

Early informal management of complaints with the aim of a satisfactory resolution. Ensure appropriate escalation when this is not achieved.

Ensure that units equipment is serviced properly and timely to maintain continuity of services at all times.

Act as role model and mentor to student nurses including the setting of action plans as necessary.

Adheres to the systems for reporting clinical incidents ensuring accurate and timely completion of Trust incident forms. Monitors the practice of other staff.

Investigate complaints and untoward incidents in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Provide statements accurately, timely and professionally. Support the ward manager in improving systems to prevent recurrence.

Ensure that the wards clinical procedures and protocols are understood and adhered to by all staff. These should represent best possible practice and reflect Trust and National strategy for the management of emergency and acute patients.

Contribute to the recruitment and selection of quality staff for the unit, identifying future job requirements for profiling to compliment the ward team and to participate in induction programmes, Mentorship/preceptorship and Trust recruitment open and assessment days.

In conjunction with the ward manager facilitate staff development by achieving ward objectives using the principles of IPR using the KSF and developing personal development plans for all staff. Monitor staff performance and report progress to the ward manager at regular intervals.

Contribute to the planning, organisation and evaluation of work, ensuring adequate induction of new staff including effective preceptorship for newly qualified nurses and nurses new to the speciality of emergency medicine.

Review the standard of ward documentation at regular intervals, benchmarking performance against NMC guidelines.

Support Clinical Governance within the ward by utilising: Risk Management; Education/training; Clinical Supervision; Clinical Audit and effective best practice.

Education

Develop clinical practice through education.

Participate in in-service training programmes where appropriate.

Share evidence based practice with colleagues.

Attend statutory training sessions annually.

Identify and use educational strategies to deliver information to patients and carers.

Participate in the development of patient focused education including training to support self-management and health promotion activities.

Assist in the development of other professionals by contributing to Trust wide specialist education and training.

Support the delivery of formal and informal teaching initiatives as part of the Trusts education strategy as agreed with the appropriate senior nurse to ensure practice development, staff empowerment and improved care for patients.

Act as a mentor/clinical supervisor as appropriate.

Take personal responsibility for life-long learning and personal development through clinical supervision and appraisal. Actively engages with learning and development opportunities needed to work as an advancing practitioner and take appropriate action to ensure these needs are met.

Manage Finance

Contribute to the planning, monitoring and control of the wards resources, by ensuring that the wards resources are optimised and that expenditure on pay and non-pay are kept within the allocated budget.

Assist the ward manager to optimise nursing resources by an even distribution of staff annual leave and matching skill mix to workload.

Identifies, reports and acts upon and evaluates discrepancies between skill mix and workload within the clinical area.

Ensure you adhere to the policy for booking bank and agency staff and supervise junior staff to ensure that they do the same.

Ensure all resources are used in a cost effective manner, identifying and assisting in the implementations of cost improvement initiatives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level RN
• Diploma / Degree in Professional Nursing/Health Studies
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• AIM / ILS Trained

Desirable

• Mentorship and Assessing qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant NHS experience
• Wide range of Extended Skills
• Proven leadership skills
• Experience and understanding of audit and evidence-based care

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of evidence based practices
• Demonstrates understanding of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness
• Demonstrates understanding of resource management
• Able to effectively plan and delegate duties
• Able to manage personal time and that of others efficiently and effectively

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work as an effective team member
• Is committed to and demonstrates ability to teach successfully
• Able to adapt to changing circumstances and demonstrates ability to influence change successfully
• Shows initiative: able to think positively and stimulate a productive team climate
• Able to achieve individual and team objectives
• Committed to the delivery of high quality healthcare

Other

Essential

• Demonstrates commitment to self-development and the development of others
• Able to work flexible shifts including night duty and weekend working when required
• Able to change duties at short notice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Farries Ward

South Warwick Foundation NHS Trust

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/ Trust Brochure for further details on:

• What we can offer
• Job Plan/On-call Requirements
• The Team

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice
• MBBS or equivalent
• MRCP
• CCST in General Internal Medicine / Specialist Register entry within six months

Desirable

• MD or PhD
• Evidence of ongoing personal / professional development.

Experience and Skills

Essential

• Recognised period of work in a specialist department treating upper and lower gastrointestinal conditions.
• Ability to undertake clinical audit of work and apply findings to clinical work.
• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST.
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
• Ability to manage and lead a multi-professional team.
• IT literate

Desirable

• JAG accredited Colonoscopist.

Management

Essential

• Evidence of Clinical Leadership
• Evidence of commitment to audit and improving clinical practice/service development

Research and Development

Essential

• Evidence of interest in personal development e.g. through research and/or publications

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

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title:ANP/ACP

Location:Broad Oak Medical Practice

Salary:Up to £60,000 depending on experience

Hours: 37.5

Help us to deliver great primary care by improving access, outcomes and patient experience.

At Operose Health, we delivery local primary care, at scale. It is our purpose to improve access, outcomes and patient experience. Our colleagues live our values and our empowered to be the best they can be for our patients, and each other because we CARE.

Caring

We listen and through compassion, understanding and a willingness to keep an open mind, we support and empower people to have a healthier future.

Ambitious

Through determination and our passion for transforming the patient experience, we continue to redefine and revolutionise the future of primary care.

Resourceful

Creative, agile, with a devotion for lifelong learning, we go above and beyond to improve the quality of our services.

Excellence

We strive to do the best we can do and be the best we can be for our patients, employees and NHS partners.

As a valued member of the Operose Health team, your key duties will include:

• Provide care for presenting patient from initial history taking clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care.
• You must demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnosis skills for patients within the general practice.
• You will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of the patients, supporting delivery of policy and procedures and providing nurse leadership as required.

What we look for in new colleagues:

• Experience in a Primary Care setting.
• NMC registered nurse with advance clinical practice tor working towards non-medical prescriber.
• Minor injury and illness qualification essential and the ability to maintain and monitor standards of care
• It is preferred that the ideal candidates is a level 7 (MSc) Practitioner, although candidates with accreditation or a MSc course to ACP status may also be considered.

How well support you:

• Annual salary of up to £60,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata.
• Cost covered for all NMC pin renewals.
• 1 weeks paid CPD/study leave pro rata per year as well as in house CPD training sessions tailored to meet your needs.
• The benefits of working with an at scale provider of primary care means that we lots of opportunities for our colleagues to specialise and develop.
• Car benefit scheme specialising in electric vehicles.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans
• Discount cards.
• Employee wellbeing services including free yoga videos and employee wellbeing app.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registered nurse with advanced clinical practice or working towards non-medical prescriber, minor injury and illness qualification essential. Preferred candidates are level 7 (MSc) Practitioners, though those with accreditation or undertaking MSc courses to ACP status will be considered.

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

Operose Health

Address

Operose Health

Nottingham

NG8 6LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a friendly, professional, and highly organised Patient Advisor/Receptionist to join our front-of-house team. You will be the first point of contact for patients, providing a warm welcome and delivering excellent customer service both in person and over the phone. Your responsibilities will include booking appointments, managing patient records, handling enquiries, and supporting the clinical team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

Greet and assist patients in a courteous and efficient manner.

Schedule appointments and manage bookings.

Answer phone calls and respond to patient queries.

Update and maintain accurate patient records.

Support administrative tasks and always ensure confidentiality.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a calm, compassionate approach in a busy healthcare environment

25 Hours per week

Monday- 8.00-13.00

Tuesday - 8.30-13.30

Wednesday - 13.30-18.30 / 15.00-20.00 alternated

Thursday - 13.00-18.00

Friday - 13.00-18.00

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection

Desirable

• Based on the practice aspirations, the following skills would be desired
• Previous experience in a healthcare or receptionist role
• Familiarity with medical booking or records systems (SystmOne)
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Business Administration or Customer Service
• Basic understanding of medical terminology

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

Holes Lane Medical Ltd

Address

28 Holes Lane

Woolston

Warrington

WA1 4NE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. JOB SUMMARY

To provide specialist pharmaceutical support to the 4 Practices of Severnvale Primary Care Network (PCN).

To liaise with patients, clinical and non-clinical staff, practice, hospital and community pharmacists and patient's carers to improve the pharmaceutical care of patients.

To consult with patients.

To support the Clinical Pharmacist Management Team and fellow Clinical Pharmacists role to maximise support to all clinical and non-clinical practice staff to improve patient care in relation to all aspects of medicines and their impact.

To provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement and be responsible for supporting the GPs in implementing effective medicines management within the practices, including undertaking searches and audits identifying areas for improvement, initiating and managing change, and monitoring budgets.

To support in the day to day management of the PCN Prescription Hub.

To help provide leadership to PCN pharmacy technician and Prescription Hub Prescription Clerk Care Co-ordinators.

2. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To carry out medication reviews and structured medication reviews (SMRs) for patients both in the surgery, in care homes or for housebound patients - with single or multiple medical problems where medicines optimisation is required; reviewing the need for each medicine and providing recommendations for other clinicians on prescribing.

To consult with patients, by telephone and face to face according to competency. This may include patients with long term conditions, e.g. hypertension, CVD, diabetes as well as medication reviews.

To reconcile medicines following discharge from hospitals or intermediate care and working with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post-discharge.

To support in the management of the repeat prescribing process, helping to manage repeat prescription requests, resolving queries where possible and producing prescriptions for clinical review and signature. To ensure patients have appropriate monitoring tests in place when required.

To undertake clinical and medication audits in priority areas, such as QOF, IIF (within PCN DES), NICE guidance, CQC searches and other agreed target areas, feeding your findings back to the network teams and implementing actions as appropriate

Provide independent information to patients regarding medicines and prescribing changes, initiating further support from other healthcare professionals where appropriate

To participate in the review of policies relating to medicines management and prescribing

To support in identifying areas of clinical risk at network level and make recommendations to support the introduction of new working practices that will optimise the quality of prescribing and make more efficient use of network resources

To help support the Practice Clinical, Management and Administrative Teams to implement procedural and service changes relating to prescribing to ensure best practice is adopted in accordance with local guidelines, legislation, directives and safety updates e.g. NICE, MRA etc.

To support in the provision of education and training to primary healthcare teams on therapeutics and medicines optimisation

To participate in multidisciplinary clinical meetings within the network

To maintain own clinical and professional competence and be responsible for own continuous professional development

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of duties and responsibilities but is a guide for information to the role. The job description will be periodically reviewed in light of the developing work requirements. The postholder will be expected to contribute towards that revision.

3. SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The postholder will be line managed by the Lead Clinical Pharmacist with clinical supervision provided by a GP from the practice whose patients the post holder is dealing with and the Senior Clinical Pharmacist.

4. SUPERVISION EXERCISED

The post holder will provide clinical supervision to staff involved with the prescribing process where appropriate.

5. KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Develop and maintain key working relationships with:

PCN Clinical director

PCN Clinical Pharmacist Management Team

Other Clinical Pharmacists

Care Coordinator Prescription Clerk Team

Other PCN staff members, e.g. PCN Manager, Frailty lead

Practice GPs, Practice Nurses and Healthcare Assistants

Patients and Carers where appropriate

Practice Management, Reception and other Administrative staff

Secondary Care and interface Pharmacists

ICB Head of Medicines Management & Medicines Management Team

Community Nurses and other allied health professionals

Community Pharmacists and support staff

Person Specification

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Good clinical knowledge
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative with the ability to prioritise workload and exercise good time management skills
• Proven track record of team-working
• IT skills with established clinical system of EMISWeb

Desirable

• Good influencing and negotiating skills
• Good presentation skills
• Aware of current issues in medicines optimisation

Qualifications

Essential

• Pharmacy degree
• Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development.
• Centre for Pharmacy Postgraduate Education (CPPE) primary care Pharmacy Education Pathway (completed or exempted)

Desirable

• Independent Prescribing Qualification (non-medical prescriber)

Other

Essential

• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
• Able to work under pressure.
• Hard working, adaptable, reliable, honest, pleasant and approachable
• Able to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Clean driving licence

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years post-registration experience
• Previous primary care experience

Desirable

• Previous experience of using prescribing data
• Previous work in a multi-disciplinary team

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

Severnvale PCN

Address

Eastland Road

Thornbury

Bristol

BS35 1DP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Senior Staff Nurse

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: Full or Part-Time

Location: On-site Banstead, UK

Sector: Medical & Healthcare | Nursing & Midwifery

Salary: £21.25 £22.25 per hour

No Recruitment Agencies, please.

Make a real difference with Fairlie Healthcare

At Fairlie Healthcare, we provide specialist care for adults with complex neurological conditions, including Residents who require tracheostomy and ventilator support.

As a Senior Staff Nurse, you will play an important role in delivering safe, compassionate and evidence-based nursing care while supporting our Residents to achieve the best possible quality of life.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse who is passionate about high-quality clinical care, enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team and is ready to take on a senior role within a supportive specialist environment.

About the role

As a Senior Staff Nurse, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based and Resident-focused nursing care. You will work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT), providing clinical leadership and supporting colleagues to maintain excellent standards of care.

You will also have the opportunity to develop your specialist knowledge and take on a Link Nurse role in an area such as Infection Prevention and Control, Tissue Viability, PEG Management or Continence, depending on your experience and the needs of the service.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering safe, compassionate and evidence-based nursing care to our Residents.
• Maintaining high standards of clinical care and ensuring that Residents individual needs are met.
• Maintaining your knowledge and competence in tracheostomy and ventilator care and management.
• Recognising clinical concerns and red flags, taking appropriate action and escalating to external healthcare professionals when required.
• Working effectively with the MDT to ensure coordinated and person-centred care.
• Providing clinical support, guidance and advice to junior members of the nursing team.
• Taking a leadership role within the team and using your initiative when required.
• Keeping the Sister/Charge Nurse informed of significant changes in a Residents condition or any anticipated concerns.
• Supporting Residents, relatives, carers and friends and involving them appropriately in the care process.
• Promoting Residents well-being, dignity, independence and involvement in decisions about their care.
• Maintaining accurate, clear and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Acting as a positive role model and maintaining professional standards in accordance with the NMC Code.
• Supporting the learning and development of colleagues through practice supervision, preceptorship and mentoring.
• Keeping up to date with current nursing practice, research and developments relevant to specialist neurological care.
• Contributing to service development, quality improvement and initiatives that enhance nursing practice.

Clinical leadership & professional development

At Fairlie, we believe in supporting our nurses to develop their skills and progress their careers.

As a Senior Staff Nurse, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop your specialist knowledge in neurological, tracheostomy and ventilator care.
• Support and mentor junior and newly qualified nurses.
• Act as a practice supervisor, preceptor or mentor.
• Take responsibility for a specialist Link Nurse area.
• Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and service development.
• Work alongside experienced nurses, therapists and other healthcare professionals as part of our MDT.
• Continue your professional development through training and ongoing learning opportunities.

What we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate nurse who is committed to providing exceptional care.

You will be someone who:

• Is a Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN.
• Has a genuine passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can demonstrate strong clinical judgement and the ability to recognise and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Works confidently as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Is able to provide support, guidance and leadership to colleagues.
• Takes responsibility for their own professional development and is keen to continue learning.
• Maintains confidentiality, dignity, privacy and respect at all times.
• Has a positive, professional and supportive approach.

Experience in neurological care, tracheostomy care and/or ventilator management would be highly desirable.

What we offer

We want our colleagues to feel valued, supported and able to develop their careers with us.

You will receive:

• £21.25 £22.25 per hour
• Paid breaks
• Free meals while working on shift
• Company Pension Scheme
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent new starter induction programme
• Comprehensive on-the-job training and ongoing support
• No lone working you will always have the support of another team member
• Excellent career progression opportunities through our new and improved career pathway

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Fairlie Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are strongly committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and fairness.

We believe that the more inclusive our environment is, the stronger our team and the better the care we provide to our Residents.

Ready to take the next step?

If you are an experienced nurse looking for a rewarding senior position where you can develop your clinical skills, support your colleagues and make a genuine difference to the lives of our Residents, we would love to hear from you.

Come and be part of the Fairlie Healthcare team.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Is a Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN.
• Has a genuine passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can demonstrate strong clinical judgement and the ability to recognise and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Works confidently as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Is able to provide support, guidance and leadership to colleagues.
• Takes responsibility for their own professional development and is keen to continue learning.
• Maintains confidentiality, dignity, privacy and respect at all times.
• Has a positive, professional and supportive approach.

Desirable

• Is a Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN.
• Has a genuine passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can demonstrate strong clinical judgement and the ability to recognise and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Works confidently as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Is able to provide support, guidance and leadership to colleagues.
• Takes responsibility for their own professional development and is keen to continue learning.
• Maintains confidentiality, dignity, privacy and respect at all times.
• Has a positive, professional and supportive approach.

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

Fairlie Healthcare Group

Address

Woodstown House

Park Road

Banstead

Surrey

SM7 3EF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Cleaning experience essential
• Cleaning wards and clinics to national cleaning standards
• Adhering to infection control polices and procedures
• Working within domestic services department at Broadgreen site.
• Duties vary and include hoovering, damp dusting, mopping, deep cleaning floors and other areas.
• Flexibility required

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative
• Communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE/Equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• A general understanding of why cleanliness in a patient/healthcare environment is important
• Health and safety basic knowledge

Experience

Essential

• Previous cleaning/domestic experience in a healthcare, care home, hotel, commercial, or similar environment.

Desirable

• Previous Domestic experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, floor polishing machinery
• Knowledge of colour coding systems

Other

Essential

• Willingness and ability to undertake further training as necessary
• Professional and patient focused.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality and dignity.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broadgreen Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L14 3LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see link to Candidate Pack

Desirable

• Please see link to Candidate Pack

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Please see link to Candidate Pack

Desirable

• Please see link to Candidate Pack

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

Hampshire County Council

Address

Elizabeth II Court

The Castle

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 8UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

General Hospital Porter (Bank) Nuffield Health Oxford, The Manor Hospital | Facilities | Bank Contract - Ad hoc £13.10 per hour Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. Are you good with people? Do you feel comfortable with physical work, like pushing beds and lifting heavy equipment? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the UK's largest Healthcare Charity, where you can enjoy a highly rewarding role. We're taking care of the nation's health and it starts with you. As a General Hospital Porter at our Nuffield Health Manor Hospital, you'll need to be a good communicator, as this role involves helping our patients to feel relaxed and reassured, before and after surgery. It's also essential that you're happy to undergo our Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, as part of your application. As a General Hospital Porter, you will:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

• NA

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

Nuffield Health

Address

Beech Road

Oxford

OX3 7RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Governance Lead Shrewsbury Hospital | Clinical Management | Permanent | Part Time | Up to £53,250 pro rata, depending on experience 30 hours per week At Nuffield Health the UKs largest healthcare charity, everything we give our patients, members and customers would not be possible without you. Your passion, your warmth, your drive to make a difference. Whether it's driving connected health, helping the nation, transforming experiences, or building the career you want - we give you the support to do it all. Join our journey. It starts with you. You will be a registered Clinician (NMC, HCPC or GPC) and be educated up to degree/post graduate level in a clinical discipline. You will also have the relevant qualifications in organisational governance e.g. ISO9001 Auditor or equivalent. In addition, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate senior leadership within the healthcare sector, with significant experience in clinical governance and quality assurance. You will have excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail and be able to work proactively and efficiently. As our Clinical Governance Lead, you will:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• You will be a registered Clinician (NMC, HCPC or GPC) and be educated up to degree/post graduate level in a clinical discipline. You will also have the relevant qualifications in organisational governance e.g. ISO9001 Auditor or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• In addition, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate senior leadership within the healthcare sector, with significant experience in clinical governance and quality assurance. You will have excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail and be able to work proactively 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.

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

Nuffield Health

Address

Longden Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 9DP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Bank Staff Nurse - Outpatients Wolverhampton Hospital | Nursing | Bank | Includes evening and weekend work | Up to £18.50 per hour depending on skills and experience Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. From our innovative healthcare and leisure facilities to our flagship community access programmes, we're committed to building a healthier nation. Inside our award-winning hospitals, this starts with commitment to quality and the highest standards of patient care. It starts with you. As a Staff Nurse in Outpatients at our Wolverhampton Hospital, you're registered with the appropriate governing body. You bring the qualifications and experience that are relevant to your registration, including NMC. You're also motivated to understand each case from a technical and personal viewpoint. And you hold post-registration experience As an Outpatients Staff Nurse, you will:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• As a Staff Nurse in Outpatients at our Wolverhampton Hospital, you're registered with the appropriate governing body. You bring the qualifications and experience that are relevant to your registration, including NMC.

Experience

Essential

• You're also motivated to understand each case from a technical and personal viewpoint. And you hold post-registration experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nuffield Health

Address

Wood Road

Wolverhampton

WV6 8LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Radiographer (Bank) Ipswich Hospital | Radiology | Bank | Ad Hoc | Part time Up to £25.00 an hour, depending on experience Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. State-of-the-art equipment and more time to focus on what matters. We're the UK's largest Healthcare Charity and this is the career you've always wanted. Become our new clinical lead and we'll ask you to see each patient as an individual, carrying out your role with understanding and empathy. As a Radiographer at our Ipswich Hospital, you'll bring high levels of technical knowledge and the ability to work quickly and accurately. You have a great eye for detail and you're caring by nature. You hold a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and excellent teamwork skills. As a Radiographer, you will:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• You hold a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and excellent teamwork skills.

Experience

Essential

• As a Radiographer at our Ipswich Hospital, you'll bring high levels of technical knowledge and the ability to work quickly and accurately. You have a great eye for detail and you're caring by nature.

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

Nuffield Health

Address

Foxhall Road

Ipswich

IP4 5SW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Accounts Receivable/Debt Management

Leading debt management calls between the Trust and NHS Shared Business Services and agreeing action points.

Negotiating with customers to recover debt in a timely manner.

Preparing management reports/analysis for Accounts Receivable to help with communicating information at a higher level and aid decision making. This will involve the use of advanced Excel skills such as lookups and pivot tables.

Making suggestions on debt write-offs in line with debt management policy.

Potential to have to deal with upset customers who may be struggling financially to pay an invoice.

Planning workload with the team, setting key performance targets.

Providing performance feedback, coaching and training to the team.

Assisting with Freedom of Information requests.

Supporting both Internal and External audits ensuring data requests and any recommendations are acted upon.Balance sheet reconciliations

Reconciling control accounts of the Trust on a monthly basis. Following up on queries and also monitoring control accounts done by other staff to ensure they are being managed in an accurate and timely fashion. This involves the use and understanding of both internal and external data resources.

Assisting in the preparation of reports and information for year-end accounts including ensuring evidence for auditors is available.

Answering queries raised by finance colleagues, other staff members and sometimes the public, regarding issues relevant to the position. If unable to deal with then pass on to the correct person/department.

Clinical and professional responsibilities

Maintaining professional registrations as necessary.

Adhering to relevant code of practice of professional body.

Administrative responsibilities

Ensuring all relevant procedure notes and associated forms are completed and adhered to in line with departmental policy and audit requirements.

Teaching and training responsibilities

Actively participating in the annual performance development review to identify personal needs.

Teach and train Accounts Receivable staff and other staff members as necessary.

To attend Trust statutory and mandatory training sessions.

Line Management/Supervisory responsibilities

Deputising for the Deputy Financial Accountant as and when required.

Undertaking annual performance development reviews of Accounts Receivable staff.

Day to day management of Accounts Receivable Staff eg sickness recording, approval of annual leave

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting and/or education or significant experience to degree level

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Supervisory experience
• Evidence of planning and organising tasks required to achieve a specific outcome within a specified timeframe without direction from line manager
• Experience of analysing, interpreting and presenting complex data and producing robust forecasts
• Highly computer literate including MS Word, Excel, able to extract data, create and manipulate complex spreadsheets

Desirable

• Significant Financial accounting experience
• Experience of working in NHS finance
• Experience of the Oracle General Ledger System including Business Intelligence
• Experience of providing training and support to others in own specialist area

Skills

Essential

• Good standard of communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to nonfinance managers
• Acts professionally in all dealings with colleagues and in liaising with external bodies; must be able to adapt style appropriately to deal diplomatically with senior personnel
• Good standard of written communications
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Well organised, able to plan and prioritise own workload
• Good negotiating, persuasive, motivational, influencing skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to support change
• Ability to handle a range of emotive situations
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities
• Requirement to concentrate for long periods when inputting data and when analysing data/statistics

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Knowsley Community College

Stockbridge Lane

Huyton

L36 3SD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached Job Description and Person Specification for main responsibilities and requirements.

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of Trust Care Certificate within 4 months of appointment
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent
• Care Certificate (equivalent to level 1)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Experience of working in a team

Desirable

• Experience of working in a patient care/health related role

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work within a team
• Able to accept direction and guidance
• Aware of own limitations
• Flexible in working hours
• Able to prioritise own workload and manage time effectively
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Reliable and professional
• Ability to cope in stressful and challenging situations
• Inclusive and non-judgmental
• Punctual, motivated and committed
• Effective role model demonstrating Trust values
• Basic IT skills

Other

Essential

• Frequent, moderate effort for several short periods during the shift such as manual handling patients to supporting patients personal care
• Occasional requirement for concentration, with few competing demands for attention
• Aware that developing resilience to distressing situations is necessary without losing the ability to care compassionately
• Aware of the process for accessing staff health and wellbeing support
• Occasional exposure to distressing situations which may care of chronic health conditions, patient end of life care/ care after death
• Able to carry out direct personal care as required on ward or department
• Occasional exposure to patients with challenging behaviours

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached Job Description and Person Specification for main responsibilities and requirements.

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Applicants must hold full registration with the GMC at the time of application
• MBBS or equivalent medical qualifications
• ALS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

• MRCP or equivalent medical qualification
• Speciality Certificate in Geriatric Medicine
• Evidence of higher learning (to Masters' level or above)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of a broad range of medical/surgical specialties
• Experience as a core medical trainee or has equivalent experience and competencies
• Experience of working in geriatric medicine
• Evidence of active participation in audit
• Evidence of contributing to teaching and learning of others

Desirable

• Active participation in research projects

Skills

Essential

• Experience of applying clinical knowledge and judgment and prioritise clinical need

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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