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Clinical responsibilities: Gives and maintains a high standard of patient care at all times, ensuring the dignity and self-esteem of the patient is preserved. Assists in maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff as required by the Theatre Policies and Procedures, the Health and Safety at Work Act and COSHH Regulations. Chaperons patients whilst in the Anaesthetic Room, reporting on observations made of the patient in any change of condition, to the nurse in charge of the operating list. Assisting in the maintenance of stock levels as well as assisting with the ordering of individual stock items needed for individual theatres. Reporting any discrepancies Ensuring that packs are not damaged, correctly distributed and rotated thus preventing out-of-date packs being used. Ensures that the whole department has sufficient supply of materials including sterile consumables stocks and instruments, reporting any deficiencies. Check delivery of stores and linen. Participate in circulating duties in accordance with Theatre Policy and Procedures. Undertake the duties of cleaning and preparation of the theatre suite. Participate in the handling of specimens in accordance with theatre Policies and Procedures. Gives assistance to newly appointed staff as guided by a Registered Practitioner. To be involved in the preparation and planning of theatre lists on a day to day basis, ensuring that the correct equipment is available. Liaise with other departments to ensure that ongoing equipment will be available . Ensure environment is conducive to patient safety and comfort, Assist in the cleaning of the environment, including patient trolleys and theatre equipment. Assist with unpacking and correctly storing all medical/surgical goodscoming into the department . Disposal of dirty linen, suction liners and clinical waste, including sharps boxes, to the clinical waste room. Replenish linen as and when required. Collect medicines/drugs from pharmacy and ensure safe and secure transport to all areas of theatre as required. Ensure the availability at all times of an adequate supply of medicalgas cylinders as per policy. Ensure safe transportation of patients both to and from the department. The safe handling of waste products in relation to personal protection as regards the threat of injury from sharps . Retrieve blood from blood fridge and be trained and competent in use of T bars system in relation to blood fridge . Document patient information on the theatre computer and paper / completed Documentation in accordance to instruction and guidance of the registered practitioners of when performing circulating duties. Report any defects in the building or fixtures and fittings to the Coordinator and document them in the fault file. Assist the Decontamination Co-ordinator in providing an effective T.S.S.U Service if required. Patient Care: Undertake practical patient care and respect the patients right to privacy, dignity and confidentiality at all times. Have an understanding of the patients individual needs. Assist with the positioning of patients, onto trolleys or theatre tables, ensuring the patients comfort and safety during operative procedures taking into account each individual patient problem, eg. stiff/arthriticlimbs, which may make positioning difficult. Assist in the preparation of theatre for an operating list ensuring that all necessary resources are available; report to person in charge anyproblems before the list start. Assist theatre staff in circulating duties within the boundaries of the job role. Act as a member of the team- to assist and anticipate the needs of the scrub practitioner ie. As a runner for instruments, sutures, dressings, disposal. Account for swabs and blood loss as one of the staff performing the theatre count. Ensure that agreed Standard Operating Policies and standards for theatre and protocols pertaining to the delivery of patient care in the operating department are adhered to. Ensure that records of patient care are accurately recorded . Use equipment in accordance with the manufacturers instructions andreport any faults immediately. Assist theatre staff in the handling of specimens according to departmental Standard Operating Policies and standards. Assist with the handling and safe transfer of specimens to the relevantPathology service and replenish sample pots. Assist the staff in the transfer of the clean and contaminated Instruments. Assist in cleaning up and the disposal of contaminated waste in accordance to COSHH, and Trust policies and procedures. Please see attached jobdescription

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Job Title: Complex Care Assistant Hourly Pay: £13.50 Location: Skipton Shift: 2 Nights per Week, 9 pm - 9 am (Wednesday and Friday) Are you an experienced Complex Care Assistant looking to make a real difference in a client’s life? Sonderwell is hiring compassionate care professionals to join our team in Skipton, where you'll provide essential support to clients with complex care needs. With specialised training and ongoing support, we ensure you have all the tools to succeed in this rewarding role. Why Work as a Complex Care Assistant at Sonderwell? As a Complex Care Assistant, you’ll be instrumental in supporting clients with unique health requirements, enabling them to live as independently as possible. Join our caring, supportive team and gain access to specialised training tailored to complex needs like seizure and epilepsy management and medication administration. This role is perfect for compassionate individuals who are patient, adaptable, and committed to providing outstanding personal care. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality, one-on-one care for clients with complex needs, offering both physical and emotional support. Assist clients with daily living activities, which may include personal hygiene, mobility, and social support. Manage complex medical requirements, such as seizure care, epilepsy management, and medication administration. Build meaningful connections with clients and their families to ensure a supportive and trusting environment. What We Offer: Comprehensive Training: Access to both online and in-person training specific to complex care, with opportunities to earn a relevant NVQ. Flexible Opportunities: Night shifts (2 nights weekly) with the option for more hours if available. Supportive Work Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team and have 24/7 access to a Care Coordinator or Nurse Manager. Exclusive Resources: Use our "Carer App" for easy access to important updates, insights, and helpful information. Referral Rewards: Receive bonuses for referring others who join our team. Well-Being Support: Access to an employee assistance program focused on supporting your mental and emotional well-being. Inclusive and Supportive Workplace At Sonderwell, we are dedicated to building an inclusive environment that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support applicants with disabilities. Apply Today! If you’re ready to make a positive impact as a Complex Care Assistant and join a team that values dedication, compassion, and excellence, click the "Apply Now" button below. Let us know if you need any adjustments during the application process; we’re here to ensure an equitable and fair hiring experience. Apply now and start a fulfilling career in complex care with Sonderwell! #Sonderwell We are Sonderwell At Sonderwell, we’re a UK-wide care provider, dedicated to giving our clients the best possible care, so they can live their own unique lives. To achieve that, we believe in caring for our carers, so they deliver better care for our clients. You’ll find a place where you can learn, develop and grow into the role that best suits you. And you’ll join a close-knit, supportive team who are always looking out for each other. So, whatever path you choose, you’re never on your own – there’s always someone you can reach out to for help and advice.

Job Title: Complex Care Assistant Hourly Pay: £13.50 Location: Skipton Shift: 2 Nights per Week, 9 pm - 9 am (Wednesday and Friday) Are you an experienced Complex Care Assistant looking to make a real difference in a client’s life? Sonderwell is hiring compassionate care professionals to join our team in Skipton, where you'll provide essential support to clients with complex care needs. With specialised training and ongoing support, we ensure you have all the tools to succeed in this rewarding role. Why Work as a Complex Care Assistant at Sonderwell? As a Complex Care Assistant, you’ll be instrumental in supporting clients with unique health requirements, enabling them to live as independently as possible. Join our caring, supportive team and gain access to specialised training tailored to complex needs like seizure and epilepsy management and medication administration. This role is perfect for compassionate individuals who are patient, adaptable, and committed to providing outstanding personal care. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality, one-on-one care for clients with complex needs, offering both physical and emotional support. Assist clients with daily living activities, which may include personal hygiene, mobility, and social support. Manage complex medical requirements, such as seizure care, epilepsy management, and medication administration. Build meaningful connections with clients and their families to ensure a supportive and trusting environment. What We Offer: Comprehensive Training: Access to both online and in-person training specific to complex care, with opportunities to earn a relevant NVQ. Flexible Opportunities: Night shifts (2 nights weekly) with the option for more hours if available. Supportive Work Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team and have 24/7 access to a Care Coordinator or Nurse Manager. Exclusive Resources: Use our "Carer App" for easy access to important updates, insights, and helpful information. Referral Rewards: Receive bonuses for referring others who join our team. Well-Being Support: Access to an employee assistance program focused on supporting your mental and emotional well-being. Inclusive and Supportive Workplace At Sonderwell, we are dedicated to building an inclusive environment that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support applicants with disabilities. Apply Today! If you’re ready to make a positive impact as a Complex Care Assistant and join a team that values dedication, compassion, and excellence, click the "Apply Now" button below. Let us know if you need any adjustments during the application process; we’re here to ensure an equitable and fair hiring experience. Apply now and start a fulfilling career in complex care with Sonderwell! #Sonderwell We are Sonderwell At Sonderwell, we’re a UK-wide care provider, dedicated to giving our clients the best possible care, so they can live their own unique lives. To achieve that, we believe in caring for our carers, so they deliver better care for our clients. You’ll find a place where you can learn, develop and grow into the role that best suits you. And you’ll join a close-knit, supportive team who are always looking out for each other. So, whatever path you choose, you’re never on your own – there’s always someone you can reach out to for help and advice.

Patient contact will largely be incidental with the exception of patient requests for access to Health Records, which may be received in person. Help to oversee and support the wellbeing of the team Assist with recruitment and retention coordinating and adjusting the daily workload of the teams Notify the DHROM of areas of pressure that may exist so these can be reviewed; help the DHROM mitigate or resolve departmental pressures using basic problem solving and analytical skills Undertake initial performance management and sickness absence tasks and procedures as per Trust policies. This will occasionally involve distressing circumstances e.g. if a staff member requires informal capability or conduct management. Undertake annual appraisals and ensuring staff are cross-trained in all aspects of the scanning bureau processes whilst ensuring any barriers to understanding are addressed Ensure all new starters are provided with welcome and training packs on their first day and provided with uniform Help to arrange Trust and Local induction for new staff Actively participate in and support the departments maintenance of the BSI 10008 compliance accreditation.

Clinical responsibilities: to include level of responsibility for: 1.1 Maintains personal contact with service users and meets their needs on an individual basis, using the process of listening, assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care. Is aware of the anxieties of relatives and the support they may need. 1.2 Skilled in communicating with a range of people on a daily basis some of whom may have communication barriers. 1.3 Carries out Midwifery care to the highest possible standards according to agreed policies and procedures, as well as the Midwives, Rules and Code of Practice. 1.4 Maintains the supply and custody of drugs, medicines etc., including keeping of agreed register. Ensures that measuring, administration and recording of all drugs and medicines is carried out in accordance with the rules of the NMC, and as laid down in Trust policy. 1.5 Ensures accurate and contemporaneous records of all care given and audit same. Complete and monitor other records as required by statute and local policy. 1.6 To ensure that evidence based practice is implemented and audited on a regular basis, to encourage and promote innovative practice. 1.7 Is able to recognise any deviations that require transfer to the delivery suite and ensures that the appropriate practitioner is informed promptly of any complication or change in the mothers or babys condition. 1.8 Ensure effective communication with health care professionals and other personnel, promoting relationships to enhance the quality of care to the consumer and to ensure continued care to the patient and assisting in the smooth running of the department. 1.9 Develop and maintain communication with people about difficult matters/and/or in difficult situations. Communication is a fundamental process to ensure continuity and high standards of care. It includes sharing ideas, information and feedback in order to empower patients and members of the interdisciplinary team. 1.10 Is prepared to work in all areas of the midwifery service other than the Birth Centre, in order to meet the requirements of the service and must be able to cover both day and night shifts. Managerial responsibilities: to include level of responsibility for: 2.1 Participates in regular meetings of ward / unit staff, attends as a representative at other meetings e.g. procedure, policy, education, specialist committees, etc. 2.2 Deploys staff to meet the needs of the service, ensuring the appropriate skill mix. 2.3 Maintains ward supplies and participates in clinical trials and evaluation. Ensures that all equipment is maintained in safe working order and returned to the appropriate departments when no longer required. Ensures the economical use of resources through example and by teaching. 2.4. Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act, etc and local policies. Comply with the departments fire regulations. Ensure the proper reporting of all accidents / incidents. Participate in investigations of any complaints. Understands and carries out NHS Trust Policies as contained in Ward / Unit. 2.5. To be responsible for disseminating Trust policies and information as required. 2.6. Provides feedback to other workers on their communication at appropriate times 2.7. Keeps accurate and complete records of activities and communications consistent with legislation, policies and procedure 2.8 Develop Managerial skills, and act up for the Band 7 operational lead midwife in her absence Professional responsibilities: to include level of responsibility for: 3.1 Ensures all necessary records are kept correctly. Is responsible for relevant statutory notifications connected to midwifery. 3.2 With the support of Band 7 midwife, through the Trusts appraisal process to create personal development plans, identifying their educational and professional needs and updates their knowledge and skills. Incorporates research into everyday practice and improves clinical practice through reflection with self or others. 3.3 To act as a resource for the support and guidance of staff. Act as a role model to others in the team 3.4 To contribute to practice, education and development. Engages in the mentorship/Preceptorship programme, supporting students and the preceptees in developing their practice 3.5 Work within the professional role governed by The Code of Practice/Rules of the NMC, as well as locally agreed policies and procedures. 3.6 Participate in the development of Clinical Governance initiatives in conjunction with the Line Manager and monitor implementation and performance. To be involved in the process of clinical audit. 3.7 To work within the philosophies/guidelines of current professional documents/reports, plus any future initiatives. 3.8 To identify and disseminate research findings related to midwifery practice. 3.9 To assess continuing professional developments within midwifery to support changing practice. Education and development responsibilities: 4.1 Contributes to an active and effective learning environment for junior staff. Acts as a practice facilitator for student midwives and participates in the clinical teaching of all learners, ensuring adequate supervision at all times. Acts as a preceptor for newly qualified / appointed midwives 4.2 Updates knowledge and skills in order to develop professionally, incorporating research findings into practice. 4.3 Ensures all staff participate in raising and maintaining standards of care and obtaining an understanding of the reasons for change. 4.4 Maintain clinical competence and accept responsibility for own professional development and updating, including annual mandatory updating. Facilitate the development of other midwives to achieve and maintain competencies. 4.5 Participate with enthusiasm in research projects and be aware of current issues. 4.6 To teach in the clinical setting and participate in the in-service training programmes, study days and conferences.

General responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities Managerial responsibilities Professional responsibilities Education and development responsibilities In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, please see the detailed job description and person specification for further information.

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Clinical responsibilities: Reports any accidents or incidents to the Team Leader and knows what actions to take in emergency situations. Welcoming patients in a courteous manner, checking and confirming their Demographics. Assists in maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors and other staff, as required by the Health and Safety at Work Act. Undertakes other duties as directed, such as cleaning, storing and checking of equipment and the tidying of non-clinical and storage areas. Works across Outpatients clinics on all Trust sites as required to deliver the service. Helping patients/carers/relatives in their enquiries or dealing with complaints, referring them to a clinic nurse or Sister if unable to resolve or appropriate. Managerial responsibilities: Acts as a designated receptionist, responsible for all aspects of clinic administration for their named clinician. Ensures all case notes are available and prepared, prior to the commencement of the clinic Ensures, post consultation that patients are booked out, follow-up appointments are made and arrangements for transport Reconciles the clinic at the end of the session, taking appropriate action on patients who did not attend (DNAs) or cancelled their appointments. Ensures safe custody of health records at all times, whilst they are in the clinics or in transit to another area. Ensures that health records are tracked to the correct location using the PAS system. Assist with ensuring that all necessary material resources are available for clinic sessions. Uses all resources appropriately and is aware of the consequences of not doing so. Maintains standards of performance for the department, reporting any actual or potential shortfalls, to the Team Leader. Assists in the implementation of National, Trust and Local policies. Please see attached job description for further information.

Assisting in the provision of a high quality and efficient diagnostic service. Performing a range of routine tasks within Microbiology under supervision, for example accepting and unpacking deliveries; numbering and processing of clinical samples (such as blood , faeces, urines and swabs); entry of patient details and test requests onto the Laboratory Information System (LIS); operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and analysers, waste management, including operation of the laboratory autoclave; operating and maintaining centrifuges; supporting Biomedical Scientists, answering telephone enquiries and communicating results to senior staff. Please refer to Job description for more details

Clinical responsibilities include assessment of care needs and ensuring these are implemented whilst working in partnership with babies and their families. To be a support to families, carers, siblings and colleagues, ensuring any spiritual, psychological and emotional needs are met. Post holder will ensure the smooth running of the ward, liaising with all members of the multidisciplinary teams to provide adequate discharge planning and support for families. Follows and adheres to the NMC code of conduct, promotes and maintains a professional appearance and manner at all times in accordance with Trust policy. Completes all mandatory training as outlined on Engage and by the Senior nursing team, encourages colleagues complete mandatory training and when needed help to deliver training. Identifies in partnership with the Senior nurse/Charge nurse areas of practice where their role can be extended, to enhance the service provided for babies and their families. Participates in and co-ordinates teaching, research and audit projects.

Specific Responsibilities: Core tasks Contact all patients newly listed for a surgical procedure to ask them to complete a patient health form, and where required supporting them to complete the form. Collate information provided at the point of referral from primary care and in the patient health form. Triage patients and identify those likely to require targeted optimisation (for example, for a known co-morbidity) or specialised optimisation (for multi-morbidity and/or poor fitness, nutrition, etc). This triaging will be supervised by registered healthcare professionals and no clinical decision-making will be made by non-clinical staff alone. Contact low-risk patients to inform them of the outcome of their triage assessment, and where appropriate and under the direction of senior clinical support, using approved materials to provide them with universal advice about preoperative preparation, including diet, exercise/activity and healthy living. Under the guidance of the preoperative assessment nurse and/or senior clinician, arrange an appropriate follow-up appointment for higher-risk patients. Ensure that all patients and their GP/GP practice are sent a copy of a letter outlining surgical risk and next steps. Where relevant, encourage patients to find out if their GP practice has a social prescribing link worker and/or a health coach, and how they can refer themselves. Working with the local integrated care board or healthcare system to identify local community links that may benefit patients, for example, the Swimming.org website. Follow up on behalf of clinicians to ensure that referrals to hospital medical specialties or support in the community have been picked up and acted on by the receiving teams/services. Act as the main point of contact for the preoperative assessment team for patients, providing non-clinical advice as appropriate. Support the delivery of an agreed process for contacting all patients on an inpatient waiting list at least once every three months, and more often if clinically indicated, to find out if there has been any change in their health status or decision to proceed with the surgery. Please see attached job description for further information.

Working in a busy surgery answering the phone, checking in patients, completing patient tasks are the main roles. But this is by no means a complete list and may be changed regularly to reflect the needs of a busy surgery.

Specific Responsibilities To undertake supply chain activities within Procurement and Theatres Monitor and maintain appropriate stock levels for agreed range of products within Theatres to include clinical and non-clinical consumables Processing of all non-stock requisitions for the theatres function from multiple suppliers and ensure delivery is fulfilled within the required timescales. Responsible for ordering and replenish NHS SC Stock Support implementation and manage new inventory management systems. Receive, check, receipt, distribute and put away goods for all transactional activity Provide support to the Senior Sourcing Managers in the implementation of contracts and purchasing arrangements covering all goods and service for the Theatres function Review prosthesis order sheets from Orthopaedic theatres on a daily basis, and check against pre-determined stock levels prior to re-ordering Identify opportunities for product standardisation, optimum stock holdings. Perform regular stock rotation to aid waste reduction. Highlight to the management any stocks nearing end of shelf life within Theatres and Procurement. Use the appropriate electronic supply chain systems effectively and manage all associated electronic information appropriately, utilising any available reports to aid in rationalisation of goods in conjunction with customers. Please see attached job description for further information.

The duties and responsibilities to be undertaken by the Digital Care Coordinator may include any or all of the items in the following list. Duties may be varied from time to time under the direction of the PCN management team, dependent on current and evolving PCN workstreams/priorities: Act as an ambassador for use of digital healthcare technology with both patients and colleagues. Use data to understand the health and wellbeing profiles of our population and to identify areas of unrecognized inequality and need. Identify and support those who currently do not use digital channels for healthcare access to make better use of available digital technology, promoting digital inclusion. Support PCN and practices with handling and analysing data and developing our digital maturity. Support practices to maintain and monitor data coding and quality on clinical systems, ensuring coding is compliant and consistent. Manage appointment systems for PCN staff. Run system reports and extract data as required by the PCN for activity reporting, using EMIS clinical system, PCN digital dashboard and other data sources. Report on activity of staff employed in ARRS roles. Optimise use of PCN intranet, including document management. Be a point of contact for digital enquiries. Support introduction of new technology, including education of staff and patients. Manage content of PCN website and social media platforms. Support practices with auditing and improving practice websites. Support social media campaigns and other campaigns to promote public awareness of healthcare initiatives. Collate and develop promotional material to improve uptake of existing and new technology. Conduct audits to support development of new and existing PCN services.