Total 42 Junior Executive level Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Liverpool, L31 1HW

Are you interested in joining our excellent team to maintain our high standards of holistic care to acute, weaning and chronic respiratory patients? Do you have the skills we are looking for to ensure we get it right for every patient, every time?

Ward 23 is looking to recruit motivated Healthcare Assistants in a permanent position. We are a 33 bedded ward who provide support to patients who have respiratory diseases including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, pleural effusions, bronchiectasis and many other respiratory diseases.

We are looking for the committed, compassionate and caring people that want to make a positive difference to peoples lives



Healthcare Assistant - Ward 23

Permanent

Fulltime

Are you interested in joining our excellent team to maintain our high standards of holistic care to acute, weaning and chronic respiratory patients? Do you have the skills we are looking for to ensure we get it right for every patient, every time?

Ward 23 is looking to recruit motivated Healthcare Assistants in a permanent position. We are a 33 bedded ward who provide support to patients who have respiratory diseases including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, pleural effusions, bronchiectasis and many other respiratory diseases. We are currently the covid ward at present

We are looking for the committed, compassionate and caring people that want to make a positive difference to peoples lives









**Please be advised that this post will close once sufficient applications have been received, so please apply soon if interested**

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.
The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.
The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.
To hear more about our achievements click here https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf

Job Summary
Under the supervision of a registered nurse assisting the Ward / Department team in providing the highest possible standard of care for patients and their families/carer.

The post holder will undertake a range of tasks and duties as delegated by a
registered nurse.

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Participates in all aspects of patient care with particular attention to personalhygiene and grooming.
• Provision of patients toileting needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained.
• Support of patients in managing incontinence and promotion of continence.
• The recording of a patient’s fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts.
• Preparation and serving of patient’s meals, drinks and snacks. Assisting / feeding patients as necessary.
• The recording of patient’s dietary intake when indicated in the patient’s plan of care.
• Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances.
• Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patient’s plan of care
• Carry out any movement and handling within the safe practice guidelines from your mandatory training and in relation to the patient’s manual handling plan.
• Obtaining specimens from patients for ward or laboratory testing.
• Removal of cannulae, catheters and nasogastric tubes
 Undertake the dressing of non-complex wounds (in accordance with identified competencies and in conjunction with the plan of care)
• Naso-gastric/PEG feeding once the tube has been passed and checked by a registered professional
• Prepare and maintain environments for clinical treatments and investigations
• Prepare patients for treatments, investigations or procedures including offering support, answering questions appropriate to own knowledge/experience and assisting in recovery
• Collection of Blood products from laboratory as requested
• Chaperoning and escorting patients to clinical departments within the hospital and to other hospitals for investigations.
• Assist Registered Nurse in performing last offices.
• General and clinical observations of patients, reporting anything untoward to Registered Nursing Staff, to include:
• Recording of blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiration
rate
• Oxygen saturation monitoring
• Recording of peak flow
• Undertake blood glucose monitoring and venepuncture upon the direction of the registered nurse
• Documentation in patients nursing records of any care given, ensuring the entrt is countersigned by the Registered Nurse responsible for the patient at the time.
• Initiate Basic Life Support techniques as appropriate and provides assist to the registered nurse as required in prolonged resuscitation situations.
• Contribute to the development of Essence of Care and benchmarking
• Provide a verbal handover of the patients care under the direct supervision of the registered nurse
• Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and carers.

GENERAL DUTIES
• Promotes effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team and takes measures to overcome communication difficulties
• Contributes to the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour
• General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions,and operation beds. (Refer to policy for the care of mattresses and beds).
• Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol.
• Prepare used linen bags for collection by Porters and ensure adequate supply of linen bags/skips ready for use.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas.
• Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy
• Be familiar with Trust policy and procedure for reporting clinical incidents, reporting of incidents if they occur.
• Attend to the needs of visitors and patients particularly those who may be distressed or bereaved.
• Care for patients property, including valuables, in accordance with Trust policy.
• Obtain demographic details and social history from patients/visitors to assist in the admission process.
• Provide support and assistance to new and junior members of staff.

CLERICAL DUTIES
• Undertake a range of clerical duties in the absence of or in support of the Ward Clerk to ensure a smooth running service, this may involve:
• Reception/telephone duties
• Basic computer skills
• Obtaining case notes/x-rays
• Filing
• Act as messenger in the absence of other more appropriate person e.g. to other wards, laboratory, Medical Engineering etc.
• Complete maintenance repair forms
• Monitor and maintain adequate stock levels of stationary, ward provisions, clean linen etc. completing as necessary requisitions forms for authorisation

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

The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation


This advert closes on Thursday 28 Nov 2024

The Hewitt Centre is a large fertility unit and one of the leading fertility clinics in Europe. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated and caring Health Care Assistant to join our team. The role will include assisting the registered nurse in the care of patients undergoing fertility investigations and treatment. To carry out assigned tasks as delegated by the registered nurse including, acting as a chaperone when required during medical examinations or procedures and / or ultra-sound scan and undertaking routine clerical duties

To familiarise yourself with the HFEA code of practice and Hewitt Centre standard operating procedures

Venepuncture skills in order to take blood from patients attending the clinic

To act as a chaperone when required during medical examinations / procedures and ultrasound scan

To prepare and tidy rooms prior to and following procedures.

To deal with phone queries and participate in the phone service provided by nursing staff, re- directing to relevant departments as required.

To check case notes and book patients treatment

To complete all necessary direct data inputting required by HFEA

Request patient follow up appointments as directed by nursing or medical staff.

Assist with general administrative duties e.g. dealing with mail, photocopying

File laboratory reports, charts and document as required

To keep the work areas and equipment clean and tidy in line with Health & Safety policies

To prepare and serve light refreshments as required to patients following oocyte collections

To assist with the maintenance of ward stock and put away ward stores

To input data onto the hospital and IDS system

To prepare case-notes for clinic appointments

To establish a good relationship with staff and volunteers

To comply with all departmental standard operating procedures as appropriate

The post holder maybe required to work at the Liverpool site or within any of the satellite or transport centres as required

Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us thespecialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.

The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it’s services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.

Check out why Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:

Video:https://vimeo.com/556197652

Online brochure:https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf

To assist the registered nurse in the care of patients undergoing fertility investigations and treatment. To carry out assigned tasks as delegated by the registered nurse including, acting as a chaperone when required during medical examinations or procedures and / or ultra-sound scan and undertaking routine clerical duties

Please see attached job description


This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Nov 2024

The UTC/WIC's across Liverpool have opportunities for band 3 Health Care Assistants to work as part of the team.

The vacancies are across the 4 sites - Garston UTC, Old Swan UTC, City WIC and Smithdown WIC. The service is open 8am-8pm every day including bank holidays.

You will work as part of a team ensuring patients receive high quality, safe, effective care.

Shortlisting planned for 11 July

Interviews planned for 15 July



The successful candidates will be based within one of the sites but there is an expectation they may be asked to support in the other sites for periods of time.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the clinicians in triage, ensuring stock is available and ordered in a timely manner, carrying out venepuncture, and basic wound care. They will support patients who access the service.

One of the vacancies is for Smithdown Walk-in Centre which is a paediatric only site.





Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Main responsibilities are to support in triage, basic wound care, venepuncture, carry out observations, stock control and ordering.

This post offers staff excellent opportunities to build on existing skills and develop competencies within these areas. A problem solving approach is an essential component of this role.

Please also see Job Description and Person Specification


This advert closes on Sunday 24 Nov 2024

See Job Description for further details: Clinical Receiving samples into the laboratory, ensuring compliance with minimum acceptance criteria, and dealing with discrepancies where appropriate. Preparing samples for analysis e.g. specimen handling, centrifugation Loading and operating laboratory centrifuges as required, following standard operating procedures. Prioritise work according to laboratory procedures. Set-up and operation of automated equipment, including routine maintenance, monitoring and troubleshooting and sample processing Undertaking daily / weekly housekeeping duties as required in accordance with departmental decontamination procedures Rotating and discard specimens as required following standard operating procedures Arrange for despatch of samples to external laboratories, ensuring correct packaging and labelling to conform to the current postal and transport regulations and recording details of dispatch Monitor stock in work area and arrange replenishment as necessary to maintain service continuity Undertake stock checks To lift and manoeuvre light goods and equipment in accordance with manual handling regulations and good practice Preparation of CSF packs and 24 hr Urine containers Distribution of consumables to ward based Point of Care equipment Troubleshooting / exchange of ward based Point of Care equipment Managerial/Leadership The ability to relate effectively and communicate clearly and professionally at all levels with colleagues and members of the public, in a courteous, approachable and helpful manner Deal with telephone enquiries, understanding personal limitations, and redirect to others for action as appropriate Supervise visitors, ensuring safe working practices and adherences to policies, protocols and procedures. Ensure visitors have adequate information to enable them to carry out their duties safely and effectively Work effectively as part of a team. Bring any problems or complaints to the attention of relevant staff Infection prevention and control Comply with department infection prevention and control procedures at all times

See Job Description for further details. The post holder will be required to carry out all duties relevant to a Medical Laboratory Assistant 3, including participation in all aspects of the Histopathology MLA3 rota. This post is essential for the day to day running of the service and will work closely with all other staff within the directorate to deliver the highest quality standard of patient care. To provide a support role to the qualified staff of the department which provides a diagnostic service to the Trust and other Pathology users, working within the Health and Safety policy of the Trust Key responsibilities1.1 Maintain reagent levels and preparing simple solutions.1.2 Filing microscope slides, tissue blocks and relevant paperwork.1.3 Retrieval of material from the archives.1.4 Taking receipt of solvent deliveries. Ensuring that the paperwork is completed fully and correctly.1.5 Ensure the department is appropriately stocked with solvent.1.6 To take delivery of cardice and other consumables as requested.1.7 To safely store and monitor levels of consumables.1.8 Move stocks to and from the consumable storage area as requested.1.9 Ensure the safe disposal of various groups of laboratory waste (paper, chemical, human tissues, glass etc)1.10 Receive specimens into the department ensuring correct patient identification.1.11 Store specimens safely and appropriately prior to and after processing.1.12 To keep working areas in a clean and tidy fashion.1.13 To complete the appropriate quality documentation as necessary.1.14 To man multidiscipline off site specimen reception at Broadgreen Hospital (holiday cover).1.15 To embed processed material.1.16 To assist pathologists and BMS staff at cut-up.2.1 Adherence to the organisations health and safety policy, ensuring personal safety and to avoid putting others at risk.2.2 To participate in the departments appraisal scheme.3.1 Use the departmental computer system as required.3.2 Participate in meetings as required.3.3 Ensure patient confidentiality at all times.3.4 To process enquiries appropriately.4.1 To clean glassware for use by laboratory staff4.2 Daily maintenance of equipment.

A Vacancy at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


We are looking to recruit a motivated and reliable Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) Band 3, with good communication skills, to work as part of the Clinical Chemistry Team. The main duties will include the pre- and post-analytical processing of patient specimens for Biochemistry, and various laboratory duties supporting the biomedical scientists.

We provide a full 24/7 service supported by a shift system (Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions apply) including weekends and Bank Holidays. Previous laboratory and/or Specimen Reception experience would be an advantage.

We’re passionate about what we do and we’ll look for you to match our values.

You will support the day-to-day activities of the Biochemistry department. Working under the supervision of state registered Biomedical Scientists (BMS); you will process clinical specimens for biological testing and perform associated supporting functions.

You will participate in receipting and preparation of patient samples for analysis. You will undertake relevant laboratory duties in a timely and efficient manner as directed by standard operating procedure (SOP) and departmental policy.

You will perform daily and weekly maintenance on instruments and run quality control material (QC) bringing outliers to the attention of BMS.

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.

The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.

The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.

To hear more about our achievements click here https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf

Follow us on Social Media:

Facebook – Liverpool University Hospitals Careers

Instagram - @LUHFTcareers

Twitter - @LUHFTcareers

See Job Description for further details:

Clinical

Receiving samples into the laboratory, ensuring compliance with minimum acceptance criteria, and dealing with discrepancies where appropriate.

Preparing samples for analysis e.g. specimen handling, centrifugation

Loading and operating laboratory centrifuges as required, following standard operating procedures.

Prioritise work according to laboratory procedures.

Set-up and operation of automated equipment, including routine maintenance, monitoring and troubleshooting and sample processing

Undertaking daily / weekly housekeeping duties as required in accordance with departmental decontamination procedures

Rotating and discard specimens as required following standard operating procedures

Arrange for despatch of samples to external laboratories, ensuring correct packaging and labelling to conform to the current postal and transport regulations and recording details of dispatch

Monitor stock in work area and arrange replenishment as necessary to maintain service continuity

Undertake stock checks

To lift and manoeuvre light goods and equipment in accordance with manual handling regulations and good practice

Preparation of CSF packs and 24 hr Urine containers

Distribution of consumables to ward based Point of Care equipment

Troubleshooting / exchange of ward based Point of Care equipment

Managerial/Leadership

The ability to relate effectively and communicate clearly and professionally at all levels with colleagues and members of the public, in a courteous, approachable and helpful manner

Deal with telephone enquiries, understanding personal limitations, and redirect to others for action as appropriate

Supervise visitors, ensuring safe working practices and adherences to policies, protocols and procedures.

Ensure visitors have adequate information to enable them to carry out their duties safely and effectively

Work effectively as part of a team.

Bring any problems or complaints to the attention of relevant staff

Infection prevention and control

Comply with department infection prevention and control procedures at all times


This advert closes on Thursday 21 Nov 2024

Clinical responsibilities Utilising Trust policies and protocols, under the proximal supervision of the clinical practitioner, the assistant practitioner will: Undertake asymptomatic screening and be able to order routine bloods/investigations and have a basic understanding of normal and altered values. Undertake a designated range of patient assessments such as reviewing a medical history and reporting any changes to the clinical team. Utilise clinical skills appropriately to enhance the delivery of patient care e.g. Venepuncture, immunisation and provision of medication under direction of Patient Specific Directions (PSDs). Manage and maintain own treatment lists for Chlamydia and a range of routine contraceptions, with use of PSDs. Manage and administer cryotherapy treatment to relevant and appropriate patients. Undertake partner notification (PN) and/or support patients to use online e-PN. Assess those patients with special need such as those under 16 and discuss with clinical team where appropriate and according to Trust guidelines. Manage recall of patients such as Hepatitis A/B & HPV vaccinations, repeat Chlamydia testing and Depo Provera injection. Function as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team Organise and prioritise time effectively. Undertake clinical audits for example infection control audits Undertake pregnancy testing according to clinical protocols liaising with clinical team where appropriate according to clinical guidelines. Outreach work in the community as appropriate. Recognises the need for referral and undertake appropriate referrals to clinical practitioners and/or services within the NHS, independent & voluntary sectors. Undertake, monitor & record basic observations temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration. Promote and value the rights, responsibilities and diversity of people Team working. Coordinate a team of support workers in care delivery and where appropriate other students. Work effectively as part of a multi disciplinary team recognising the contribution of all team members in meeting patients needs. Actively participate in team development and make suggestions to the team on service improvements. Educational Responsibilities. To develop and maintain own clinical skills and knowledge using a competency framework to ensure effective care delivery To ensure compliance with mandatory training and personal development plans Demonstrate procedures to and supervise unqualified staff. Contribute to the learning environment within the service and team mentoring at an optimum level. Supervise, assess and mentor Trainee Healthcare Support workers, Trainee Assistant Practitioners, assist in the supervision and learning of other students with the exception of their assessment. Promote and participate in the Health Education both personally and with all patients and relatives as appropriate. Professional responsibilities. Exhibit professional behaviour and attitude at all times, and demonstrate excellent customer care skills. Recognise the level of competence to ensure safe practice. Be familiar with and abide by Trust policies and procedures to ensure to ensure optimum patient care and safety of patients and staff. Adhere to trust uniform policy. Take personal responsibility for keeping up to date with new developments and participate in research/ clinical audit. Attendance at annual update sessions is mandatory. Act as a role model by upholding and implementing good practice in the workplace, always ensuring the highest standards of evidenced based care. Take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge. Identify objectives within a PDP that support the delivery of high standards of clinical care Communication. Provide verbal reports and maintain written reports on the patients condition for professionally qualified workers. Maintain confidentiality at all times. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt communication style to the situation/person. Communicate effectively with patients, staff and relatives. Report all accidents and incidents involving self, patients, staff or visitors according to procedure. Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings. * The post holder shall as necessary provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues. * The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation.

he post holder will be provide administrative support to the Brownlow Information and Research teams (approximately 4 days a week for IT and 1 day for research) supporting IT operations and research across all Brownlow Health practices

The post holder will ensure workload is appropriately actioned within the set time scales, liaising with team members and other staff at all levels where appropriate

The post holder will be an integral part of the Brownlow Information Team. The team will work together to ensure that tasks are carried out to the required deadlines. The team has to respond to circumstances and a positive and flexible approach is required.


The Postholder will be able to manage their own workload and time effectively and foster a good work relationship with staff at all levels.

This post will support the activity and productivity of outreach staff delivering targeted work with vulnerable groups at risk of sexual ill-health. The principal target groups that Sexual Health Outreach provides services to are;



• Commercial Sex Workers



• Homeless Clients



• Drug Users



• Men who have sex with men



• BMEA communities



• Students and young people



The post holder will also be required to work as an accountable practitioner working on their own in community settings, making decisions according to policy and protocol. Hours of work will be flexible to include evening and weekends across the axess regional footprint as required.

Utilising Trust policies and protocols, under the proximal supervision of the clinical practitioner, the assistant practitioner will:



• Undertake asymptomatic screening and be able to order routine bloods/investigations and have a basic understanding of normal and altered values.

• Undertake a designated range of patient assessments such as reviewing a medical history and reporting any changes to the clinical team.

• Utilise clinical skills appropriately to enhance the delivery of patient care e.g. Venepuncture, immunisation and provision of medication under direction of ‘Patient Specific Directions’ (PSD’s).

• Manage and maintain own treatment lists for Chlamydia and a range of routine contraception’s, with use of PSD’s.

• Manage and administer cryotherapy treatment to relevant and appropriate patients.

• Undertake partner notification (PN) and/or support patients to use online ‘e-PN’.

• Assess those patients with special need such as those under 16 and discuss with clinical team where appropriate and according to Trust guidelines.

• Manage recall of patients such as Hepatitis A/B & HPV vaccinations, repeat Chlamydia testing and Depo Provera injection.

• Function as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team

· Organise and prioritise time effectively..

· Promote and value the rights, responsibilities and diversity of people.

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.

The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.

The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.

To hear more about our achievements click here https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf

Follow us on Social Media:

Facebook – Liverpool University Hospitals Careers

Instagram - @LUHFTcareers

Twitter - @LUHFTcareers
Clinical responsibilities
Utilising Trust policies and protocols, under the proximal supervision of the clinical practitioner, the assistant practitioner will:



• Undertake asymptomatic screening and be able to order routine bloods/investigations and have a basic understanding of normal and altered values.

• Undertake a designated range of patient assessments such as reviewing a medical history and reporting any changes to the clinical team.

• Utilise clinical skills appropriately to enhance the delivery of patient care e.g. Venepuncture, immunisation and provision of medication under direction of ‘Patient Specific Directions’ (PSD’s).

• Manage and maintain own treatment lists for Chlamydia and a range of routine contraception’s, with use of PSD’s.

• Manage and administer cryotherapy treatment to relevant and appropriate patients.

• Undertake partner notification (PN) and/or support patients to use online ‘e-PN’.

• Assess those patients with special need such as those under 16 and discuss with clinical team where appropriate and according to Trust guidelines.

• Manage recall of patients such as Hepatitis A/B & HPV vaccinations, repeat Chlamydia testing and Depo Provera injection.

• Function as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team

· Organise and prioritise time effectively.

· Undertake clinical audits for example infection control audits
• Undertake pregnancy testing according to clinical protocols liaising with clinical team where appropriate according to clinical guidelines.
• Outreach work in the community as appropriate.

· Recognises the need for referral and undertake appropriate referrals to clinical practitioners and/or services within the NHS, independent & voluntary sectors.

· Undertake, monitor & record basic observations – temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration.

· Promote and value the rights, responsibilities and diversity of people



Team working.



· Coordinate a team of support workers in care delivery and where appropriate other students.

· Work effectively as part of a multi disciplinary team recognising the contribution of all team members in meeting patients’ needs.

· Actively participate in team development and make suggestions to the team on service improvements.





Educational Responsibilities.

· To develop and maintain own clinical skills and knowledge using a competency framework to ensure effective care delivery

· To ensure compliance with mandatory training and personal development plans

· Demonstrate procedures to and supervise unqualified staff. Contribute to the learning environment within the service and team mentoring at an optimum level.

· Supervise, assess and mentor Trainee Healthcare Support workers, Trainee Assistant Practitioners, assist in the supervision and learning of other students with the exception of their assessment.

· Promote and participate in the Health Education both personally and with all patients and relatives as appropriate.



Professional responsibilities.



· Exhibit professional behaviour and attitude at all times, and demonstrate excellent customer care skills.

· Recognise the level of competence to ensure safe practice.

· Be familiar with and abide by Trust policies and procedures to ensure to ensure optimum patient care and safety of patients and staff.

· Adhere to trust uniform policy.

· Take personal responsibility for keeping up to date with new developments and participate in research/ clinical audit. Attendance at annual update sessions is mandatory.

· Act as a role model by upholding and implementing good practice in the workplace, always ensuring the highest standards of evidenced based care.

· Take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge.

· Identify objectives within a PDP that support the delivery of high standards of clinical care



Communication.



· Provide verbal reports and maintain written reports on the patients’ condition for professionally qualified workers. Maintain confidentiality at all times.

· Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt communication style to the situation/person.

· Communicate effectively with patients, staff and relatives.

· Report all accidents and incidents involving self, patients, staff or visitors according to procedure.

· Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings.



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

* The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation.


This advert closes on Friday 15 Nov 2024

Paediatric Emergency Department Health Care Assistant

Opportunity available for a Health Care Assistant to join the team within the A & E Department, Based across North West England

The team is located within the A & E with the role will be predominately providing support and care for patients with physical health needs within a multidisciplinary setting and will also consist with undertaking assigned tasks under the general supervision of a registered nurse, including assisting in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care. As a health care assistant you will be supporting the practice nursing team in the delivery of nursing services and delivering care within the practice.

This role is to commence ASAP with shifts being a mix of earlies, Lates, Days or Nights. It is essential you have a healthcare qualification with this being a minimum of either a BTEC or NVQ level and also 12 months experience working within A & E & with Paediatric Patients

Hourly Rate for this role:

Monday to Friday: £12.00 (PAYE)
Saturday & Sunday: £14.00 (PAYE)
Nights: £16.00 (PAYE)

The Benefits of working with Service Care Solutions:

• DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services free of charge
• 3 weekly payroll runs
• £250 training allowance
• Specialist mental health consultants offering single point of contact
• Frequent notifications of upcoming opportunities via text and email
• Ltd and PAYE payment options available
• Nationwide provider of mental health staff to over 40 different NHS Trusts and over 200 local authorities

If you are interested in applying please contact on Scott Marsh and send your CV to scott.marsh@servicecare.org.uk

Pharmacy Assistant Apprenticeship - LIVERPOOL
Gain experience in retail
Learn about over-the-counter medicines
Assist in dispensing prescription medicines
Order pharmaceutical stock
Advise customers on over-the-counter medication
Assist with minor ailments

£6.40phTraining to be Provided

Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 (GCSE) and Functional Skills if required.

Job SummaryUnder the supervision of a registered nurse assisting the Ward / Department team in providing the highest possible standard of care for patients and their families/carer. The post holder will undertake a range of tasks and duties as delegated by a registered nurse.CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Participates in all aspects of patient care with particular attention to personalhygiene and grooming. Provision of patients toileting needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained. Support of patients in managing incontinence and promotion of continence. The recording of a patients fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts. Preparation and serving of patients meals, drinks and snacks. Assisting / feeding patients as necessary. The recording of patients dietary intake when indicated in the patients plan of care. Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances. Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patients plan of care Carry out any movement and handling within the safe practice guidelines from your mandatory training and in relation to the patients manual handling plan. Obtaining specimens from patients for ward or laboratory testing. Removal of cannulae, catheters and nasogastric tubes Undertake the dressing of non-complex wounds (in accordance with identified competencies and in conjunction with the plan of care) Naso-gastric/PEG feeding once the tube has been passed and checked by a registered professional Prepare and maintain environments for clinical treatments and investigations Prepare patients for treatments, investigations or procedures including offering support, answering questions appropriate to own knowledge/experience and assisting in recovery Collection of Blood products from laboratory as requested Chaperoning and escorting patients to clinical departments within the hospital and to other hospitals for investigations. Assist Registered Nurse in performing last offices. General and clinical observations of patients, reporting anything untoward to Registered Nursing Staff, to include: Recording of blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respirationrate Oxygen saturation monitoring Recording of peak flow Undertake blood glucose monitoring and venepuncture upon the direction of the registered nurse Documentation in patients nursing records of any care given, ensuring the entrt is countersigned by the Registered Nurse responsible for the patient at the time. Initiate Basic Life Support techniques as appropriate and provides assist to the registered nurse as required in prolonged resuscitation situations. Contribute to the development of Essence of Care and benchmarking Provide a verbal handover of the patients care under the direct supervision of the registered nurse Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and carers. GENERAL DUTIES Promotes effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team and takes measures to overcome communication difficulties Contributes to the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions,and operation beds. (Refer to policy for the care of mattresses and beds). Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol. Prepare used linen bags for collection by Porters and ensure adequate supply of linen bags/skips ready for use. Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas. Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy Be familiar with Trust policy and procedure for reporting clinical incidents, reporting of incidents if they occur. Attend to the needs of visitors and patients particularly those who may be distressed or bereaved. Care for patients property, including valuables, in accordance with Trust policy. Obtain demographic details and social history from patients/visitors to assist in the admission process. Provide support and assistance to new and junior members of staff. CLERICAL DUTIES Undertake a range of clerical duties in the absence of or in support of the Ward Clerk to ensure a smooth running service, this may involve: Reception/telephone duties Basic computer skills Obtaining case notes/x-rays Filing Act as messenger in the absence of other more appropriate person e.g. to other wards, laboratory, Medical Engineering etc. Complete maintenance repair forms Monitor and maintain adequate stock levels of stationary, ward provisions, clean linen etc. completing as necessary requisitions forms for authorisation The post holder shall as necessary provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues. The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation

The post holder is responsible for the delivery of clinical care and support under the supervision of a registered nurse to a defined population. Supported by a nurse practitioner, they will deliver care within the boundaries of their role. They will work effectively and collaboratively within the team to meet the needs of patients, support the delivery of policy and procedures and provide clinical leadership. Ensure the delivery of the quality strategy within the designated area incorporating establishment of systems and processes

Healthcare Assistant band 3- Ward 23

Permanent

Fulltime

Are you interested in joining our excellent team to maintain our high standards of holistic care to acute, weaning and chronic respiratory patients? Do you have the skills we are looking for to ensure we get it right for every patient, every time? Must have health care experience

Ward 23 is looking to recruit motivated Healthcare Assistants in a permanent position. We are a 33 bedded ward who provide support to patients who have respiratory diseases including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, pleural effusions, bronchiectasis and many other respiratory diseases.

We are looking for the committed, compassionate and caring people that want to make a positive difference to peoples lives.

You must have 18 months experience and have completed trust training or equivalent to B3 qualification.

**Please be advised that this post will close once sufficient applications have been received, so please apply soon if interested**

As Band 3 Health Care assistant duties will include supporting the registered nursing teams in providing patient care, clinical duties such as assisting patients with extended personal hygiene needs, meeting patients nutritional needs, including completing risk assessments and implementing plans of care.

Pressure area care delivery and wound assessment and wound dressings. Undertaking observations, supporting new and junior members of staff, as well as venepuncture, cannulation and catheterization . Also Supporting patient receiving High Flow oxygen therapy and Non Invasive Ventilation.

The successful candidates needs to be driven and motivated to fit in to the team well to strive to provide the highest standards of care for our complex respiratory patients.

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.

The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.

The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.

To hear more about our achievements click here https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf

Follow us on Social Media:

Facebook – Liverpool University Hospitals Careers

Instagram - @LUHFTcareers

Twitter - @LUHFTcareers

Job Summary
Under the supervision of a registered nurse assisting the Ward / Department team in providing the highest possible standard of care for patients and their families/carer.

The post holder will undertake a range of tasks and duties as delegated by a registered nurse.

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Participates in all aspects of patient care with particular attention to personalhygiene and grooming.
• Provision of patients toileting needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained.
• Support of patients in managing incontinence and promotion of continence.
• The recording of a patient’s fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts.
• Preparation and serving of patient’s meals, drinks and snacks. Assisting / feeding patients as necessary.
• The recording of patient’s dietary intake when indicated in the patient’s plan of care.
• Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances.
• Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patient’s plan of care
• Carry out any movement and handling within the safe practice guidelines from your mandatory training and in relation to the patient’s manual handling plan.
• Obtaining specimens from patients for ward or laboratory testing.
• Removal of cannulae, catheters and nasogastric tubes
 Undertake the dressing of non-complex wounds (in accordance with identified competencies and in conjunction with the plan of care)
• Naso-gastric/PEG feeding once the tube has been passed and checked by a registered professional
• Prepare and maintain environments for clinical treatments and investigations
• Prepare patients for treatments, investigations or procedures including offering support, answering questions appropriate to own knowledge/experience and assisting in recovery
• Collection of Blood products from laboratory as requested
• Chaperoning and escorting patients to clinical departments within the hospital and to other hospitals for investigations.
• Assist Registered Nurse in performing last offices.
• General and clinical observations of patients, reporting anything untoward to Registered Nursing Staff, to include:
• Recording of blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiration
rate
• Oxygen saturation monitoring
• Recording of peak flow
• Undertake blood glucose monitoring and venepuncture upon the direction of the registered nurse
• Documentation in patients nursing records of any care given, ensuring the entrt is countersigned by the Registered Nurse responsible for the patient at the time.
• Initiate Basic Life Support techniques as appropriate and provides assist to the registered nurse as required in prolonged resuscitation situations.
• Contribute to the development of Essence of Care and benchmarking
• Provide a verbal handover of the patients care under the direct supervision of the registered nurse
• Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and carers.

GENERAL DUTIES
• Promotes effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team and takes measures to overcome communication difficulties
• Contributes to the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour
• General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions,and operation beds. (Refer to policy for the care of mattresses and beds).
• Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol.
• Prepare used linen bags for collection by Porters and ensure adequate supply of linen bags/skips ready for use.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas.
• Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy
• Be familiar with Trust policy and procedure for reporting clinical incidents, reporting of incidents if they occur.
• Attend to the needs of visitors and patients particularly those who may be distressed or bereaved.
• Care for patients property, including valuables, in accordance with Trust policy.
• Obtain demographic details and social history from patients/visitors to assist in the admission process.
• Provide support and assistance to new and junior members of staff.

CLERICAL DUTIES
• Undertake a range of clerical duties in the absence of or in support of the Ward Clerk to ensure a smooth running service, this may involve:
• Reception/telephone duties
• Basic computer skills
• Obtaining case notes/x-rays
• Filing
• Act as messenger in the absence of other more appropriate person e.g. to other wards, laboratory, Medical Engineering etc.
• Complete maintenance repair forms
• Monitor and maintain adequate stock levels of stationary, ward provisions, clean linen etc. completing as necessary requisitions forms for authorisation

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

The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation


This advert closes on Thursday 31 Oct 2024

Royal Site

We are looking for a caring and compassionate individual to join our nursing team as a Band 3 HealthCare Assistant in the Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Your role will be to support the registered nurses and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. If you are passionate about providing the highest standards of care to patients and if nothing but the best will do we want to hear from you.

In return we will provide a stimulating and challenging role for you, with full support to integrate into your team and specialty. The trust is a vibrant and exciting place to work and we are proud of the reputation we have for providing excellence in everything we do. We are forward thinking and will encourage you to contribute your ideas for change and improvement, to ensure we continue to be the best.

We are one of the busiest University teaching Hospital Trusts in North West England. Our hospitals have often been at the forefront of medical breakthroughs during our long history at the heart of the city. We are a 28 bedded Ward a Post-Operative Enhanced Recovery Unit within our bed base. We also have an extensive multi -disciplinary team that will support you throughout your development.

Supporting Registered Nurses in their daily tasks and highlighting any issues or concerns

Perform patient observations

Assisting patients to wash and dress

Assisting patients with their nutritional and fluid intake

Maintaining good documentation

Maintaining a clean and safe working environment including adherence to strict Infection Control Policy

Provide support and assistance to new and junior members of staff

Many other extensive duties

Promotes effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team and takes measures to overcome communication difficulties.

Contributes to the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour.
General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions.


Assist in keeping the ward environment clean and tidy.


Disposing of dirty linen appropriately.


Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy.


Attend to the needs of visitors and patients particularly those who may be distressed or bereaved.


Care for patients property, including valuables, in accordance with Trust policy.

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.

The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.

The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.

To hear more about our achievements click herehttps://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf

Follow us on Social Media:

Facebook – Liverpool University Hospitals Careers

Instagram - @LUHFTcareers

Twitter - @LUHFTcareers

Under the supervision of a registered nurse assisting the Ward / Department team in providing the highest possible standard of care for patients and their families/carer.

The post holder will undertake a range of tasks and duties as delegated by a
registered nurse.

Please see detailed Job Description document attached


This advert closes on Thursday 10 Oct 2024