Total 1,436 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in St Leonards

Please see the job description and person specification for more details. We welcome applicants to contact us for an informal discussion Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust (HCT) is a high performing and dynamic provider of community services throughout Hertfordshire. At HCT we believe that healthcare should support people to live their own lives, make their own choices and be independent. We deliver high value healthcare and excel as a community service organisation. Partnerships matter to us and we are committed to working across organisational boundaries to ensure our patients and the population receives the best care to improve their well-being. A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purpose is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19

General Administrative Duties Check and monitor the practices generic email account, transferring clinical records, allocating to workflow for review by doctors and responding to queries from Health Professionals, patients and third parties To scan/ upload clinical correspondence onto the clinical system and input coding data into the patient's healthcare records To distribute daily pathology laboratory results within the clinical system for clinicians review To ensure all tasks within the clinical systems are dealt with efficiently To monitor and process daily administrative eConsult requests Managing all patient, healthcare professional and staff enquiries in an effective manner Answering incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately Managing all administrative requires as necessary To register and monitor new patient registrations via the Healthtech-1 portal To process new patients medical records and deductions General administration duties such as photocopying, scanning documentation and filing of patient records To carry out any reasonable duties requested by the Doctors, Practice Manager or Administration Manager Insurance and SARS Requests To deal with enquiries via telephone and email from private companies e.g. Insurance companies, patients and Solicitors and keep appropriate records, forwarding information as requested Process and action requests for information from Insurance Companies, DWP, DVLA , patients and other third parties Creating invoices and maintain appropriate documentation to ensure that payments relating to insurances and non-NHS services have been received and accurately recorded. To process patient Firearm License requests received from the Constabulary in line with the practice protocol Process Subject Access Requests adhering to GPDR guidelines OQF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) and Patient Safety Searches To support with the monitoring of the practices performance relating to QOF compliance Liaise with the practice QOF leads to identify areas of potential or under performance To support the clinical teams to identify areas for improvement in data quality To conduct searches on the clinical system to identify patients for recall, sending out invitations for reviews and requests for monitoring blood tests as required To assist with the planning of recall programmes, campaigns and monitoring systems such as immunisations and smears Support the clinical teams in the effective use of searches, audits and recalls Build, generate and carry out searches as required by the practice team to enable reports to be produced Maintain up to date knowledge of GP contract requirements and associated read codes

Please see the full job description for more information. Key Tasks & Responsibilities: To triage assess plan and implement and evaluate all aspects of patient care. Develop care plans to ensure continuity of treatment. To work integrated within the neighbourhood team, to ensure holistic care is provided. 1. Communication: You shall be required to communicate complex and sensitive information to patients and carers. Use tactful and persuasive skills to gain the patients co-operation in their care management plan. Liaise with GPs, Social Services, inpatient teams, other allied health care professionals and the voluntary sector to ensure identified needs are met and care co-ordinated. Maintain skills with regards to latest technology Participate in multi-disciplinary/multi-agency meetings as appropriate, e.g., Gold Standard Framework. You shall be required to gain consent and complete mental capacity assessments at each intervention. 2. Analytical and judgemental: You shall be required to ensure own workload is planned and prioritised according to patient needs. Once completed triage induction you shall ensure a thorough triage of referrals to ensure the referral is suitable for the service. You shall allocate the work for the team ensuring safe delegation of care plans. 3. Planning and organisational Skills: As an autonomous worker you shall be required to ensure patient held records are completed for each visit, and that SystmOne inputting is completed daily. You shall be required to manage your daily route and manage your time independently

Clinical Practice: Working under the direction of a registered healthcare professional, participate in the personal care ofpatients and prioritising workload appropriately and developing competencies that safeguard practice andeffectiveness in role. The Healthcare Support Worker -Care Maker will undertake high quality, caring and compassionate personalcare and associated duties under the direction and supervision of the registered professional and workingas part of the multi-disciplinary team. Undertake operational duties which include:o Transporting specimenso Collecting drugs/instruments/ case notes/instrumentso Escort dutieso Document information relating to personal care, onto HIS under the direction of a registered Nurseo Maintain and monitor stock levels on the ward/department.o Participate in meetings and handover to discuss patients progress and careo To safely transport patientso Provide support to patients and relatives.o Provide support when required to the ward/community Teamo Undertake Cavendish Care Certificate as requiredPlanning and organisational duties Provide assistance to patients and relatives according to their individual needs. Support patients with feeding providing education and support Assist registered healthcare professional with skin inspections and catheter careCommunication and Key Working relationships Maintain accurate and timely records, ensuring all entries are legible, accurate and completed withindefined timescales. Effective verbal communication with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe high qualitycare is provided to all patients Provide general non-clinical advice, information and guidance to patients, relatives and visitors Assist with dietary needs of the patients as required Maintain effective working relationships with ward colleagues particularly those highlighted within theorganisational chart above. Display a pleasant and supportive manor when addressing patients/relatives/carers and colleagues alike Maintain basic administration tasks, answering telephone when required and the taking of messages andpassing on of relevant information Maintain effective communication skills when liaising with patients, staff and visitors, using tact and empathyto receive and pass on information ensuring confidentiality is maintainedPatient/Service user related tasks and duties Work as part of a team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual Assists with washing, bathing, showering, hair and oral care: Assists with dressing and undressing. Applies lotions and creams appropriately during the provision of skin care. Assists with nutritional requirements Assists with toileting, which may include the use of bedpan, commode or lavatory. Assist in maintaining and monitoring cleaning standards within the clinical area ensuring generalfixtures/fittings and specialist equipment are cleaned accordance with guidelines Comply with the Trusts Infection Control Policy Ensure sensitivity in relation to the emotional, cultural and religious beliefs/needs of individual patientsrelatives and /or carers.Responsibility for Finance Participate in ensuring effective use of all financial resources in providing and delivering an effective service Responsible for maintaining stock control Identify cost savings in order to support the department annual CIP targets Liaise with Estates and Works Departments in respect of all maintenance issues Complete daily checking of equipment and returning of equipment to loan store.Responsibility for Human Resources Adhere to Trust policies/ procedures and guidelines Undertake Mandatory Training updates Undertake role specific training for onward development of the role including working towards an apprentice Ensure compliance with Mandatory training requirements in accordance with Trust PolicyResponsibility for Health & Safety Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive roletowards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, thetaking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty ofcare for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. All staff have a duty of care to safeguard and protect vulnerable adults, babies and children Awareness of the Trust vulnerable adult and Child Protection Policy/ GuidelinesResponsibility for Teaching Provide advice and give support to adults and relatives in relation to health promotion. Act as a role model and participate in the support during training of other healthcare assistances.

Leading/Managing Care Ensure a high standard of nursing is delivered by self and others based on an assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, identifying priorities and realistic goals involving patients, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team. Utilise leadership skills ensuring that the Unit runs smoothly in the absence of the Unit Manager. Assist and support the Unit Manager in the safe, effective management of the area including management of personnel, facilities and the associated systems and processes. Supervise and monitor the work of staff within the Unit, ensuring that practice is evidence based and agreed protocols adhered to. Co-ordinate care across the Unit deploying staff and prioritising as necessary. Ensure that staff rotas are planned in advance to provide adequate staffing and skill mix. Identify when shortfalls occur, or are likely to occur, taking appropriate remedial action. Assist the Unit Manager to manage resources within agreed budgets as set by the Clinical Manager. Assist the Unit Manager in the recruitment and selection of staff following agreed personnel policies. Be fully conversant with all policies and procedures, including major incident, fire, health and safety, disciplinary, complaints and grievance and follow these as necessary. Assist the Unit Manager to identify and manage performance issues including attendance, professional conduct, capability etc. Actively promote professional development amongst staff within the area. Assist the Unit Manager to ensure that all staff have agreed objectives and personal development plans. Work closely with the Emergency Unit Co-ordinators Leads to foster a creative and open working culture to encourage new ideas and new ways of working to enhance the coordinators role. Delivery of Care Act as a role model in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual programmes of care for patients. Review and evaluate the care given by other team members, ensuring that realistic goals are set in partnership with the patient, and interventions enable the achievement of optimal outcomes. Identify the need for changes to practice and the implications (including budgets). Agree these with the Unit Manager and lead agreed practice change. Ensure an approach to care which recognises the needs and views of patients and their carers, and which places the patient at the centre of all activities. Ensure an approach to care which minimises clinical risk and maximises clinical effectiveness. Ensure clinical and other untoward incidents are reported through the Trusts incident reporting mechanism and that staff are supported in this process. Assist in the investigation of clinical incidents and errors and to identify and support any required change to nursing practice. Assist in the investigation of complaints through the Trusts complaints procedure, using these as a learning opportunity and support the Unit Manager to change practice as a result, when appropriate. Assist the Unit Manager in the setting of evidence-based clinical practice standards, guidelines and protocols, which are regularly audited. Support the development of multidisciplinary clinical audit at Unit level. Be involved in the process of clinical audit, using outcomes to further improve the quality of patient care and achieve national targets. Communication and Team Working 1. Assist in the development of communication systems and maintain existing effective systems within the clinical area, with nursing, the multi-disciplinary team, and support services staff. 2. Ensure effective communication takes place between patients and/or relatives and staff. 3. Participate and communicate effectively with the inter-professional team and other agencies as necessary. 4. Support bereaved and distressed patients/relatives. Education, Training and Development 1. Supervise and facilitate appropriate mentorship of students working within the area. 2. Work in partnership with other nurses and trainers within the Trust in the co-ordination and delivery of training and development programmes. 3. Support and facilitate staff to keep up to date with changes in nursing practice, technology, research and health care. 4. Provide practical support by working alongside nurses as a clinical and educational advisor. 5. Plan, co-ordinate and evaluate preceptorship programmes. Participate in the delivery of the orientation programme for new staff ensuring individual and service needs are met within an appropriate time frame. Cascade down all new policies, procedures and guidelines. Participate in the development of mechanisms for staff support including clinical supervision. Professional conduct and professional development. 1. Exercise professional accountability and uphold the NMC Code of professional conduct. 2. Use reflection to formulate and prioritise areas for self-development. 3. Develop and maintain own professional knowledge and skills through lifelong learning. JOB PURPOSE: To be based in ED promoting a cohesive emergency services team. To support the Unit Manager in leading the Unit team and in doing so: To be aware of the need to adhere to Trust Escalation Policy relaying timely information relating to activity and acuity therefore meeting National Targets. Act as a role model, demonstrating high levels of clinical expertise, leading, managing and delivering individual patient care. Proactively promote staff development ensuring its relevance to the practice area and individual needs. Facilitate a learning environment for staff and students allocated to the area. Deputise in the absence of the Unit Manager, managing staff and physical resources effectively. To promote and raise the profile of emergency nursing research and assist in the development and evaluation of new initiatives that are research and evidence based. To provide effective coordination of the Unit. Prioritisation and allocation of patients, directing transfers and facilitating admissions.

The StaffBank for Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust are seeking enthusiastic Peadiatric ED Nurse to join our pool of Staff Bank workers, there are many full time roles available but as they are ever-changing - the exact roles available will be provided once your Hiring & Recruitment is complete. We can give you an idea of the type of roles available at the time of contact, but we cannot guarantee set roles as your hiring time may vary. Depending on previous relevant experience & previous NHS experience, higher banding/rates can be discussed.

The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of peadiatric nursing care. Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and undertake delegated tasks from the ward manager/charge nurse. Following successful completion of foundation gateway will be required to take charge of ward/department for a span of duty. The post holder will always work within the NMC's Code of Professional Conduct.
• "At Epsom and St Helier Hospitals, above all we value respect. We put respect at the heart of all we do, by living up to our shared behaviours of kindness, professionalism, positivity and teamwork. This enables us to provide great patient care and make ESTH a great place to work. When you sign up to work with us, you sign up to this and we welcome applicants who share our values."
• OUR MISSION: 'TO PUT THE PATIENT FIRST BY DELIVERING GREAT CARE TO EVERY PATIENT, EVERY DAY'
• Theres never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients.
• Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward, but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.

Participate in maintaining a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for all patientsand carers and maintain agreed standards of nursing care.- Determines nursing priorities and plans patient care. Informs the nurse in charge whenchanges in circumstances may affect patient care.- Maintain nursing records in accordance with the NMC and Trust Guidelines.- Maintain and improve quality of patient care through contribution to the development of- Essence of Care and clinical benchmarking within the unit- Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients.- Providing information and support to patients/carers, and ensuring all those involved in the care are aware of changes in the patients condition.- Assist in the safe custody, checking and administration of drugs.- To develop clinical knowledge and skills to care for acutely ill patients admitted via both planned and unplanned routes.- To undertake expanded practice, under supervision, in order to optimise patient care and in accordance with ward/department and Trust policies.- Involve patients and carers in the planning and delivering of care.- Ensure effective lines of communication within the ward/department multidisciplinary team.


This advert closes on Wednesday 30 Oct 2024

Are you an experienced driver who is looking for a new career?

Do you pride yourself on being reliable in your work and do you enjoy building relationships with your customers?

Have you an interest in helping your community with its health?

If you answered yes to the above questions and you have a can do attitude then please read on and apply as we are really interested in speaking with you!

About Us:

PHOENIX Healthcare Distribution is a national full-line pharmaceutical wholesaler with a network of distribution centres nationwide. We pride ourselves on delivering a high quality supply chain service to our customers, who include pharmacy, GPs, and hospitals. All of our depots are licensed by the MHRA, and comply with BSI ISO Quality and Environmental standards. We operate twice daily deliveries from our distribution centres across Monday to Friday and on a Saturday morning, and our local teams are supported by a centralised function team, primarily from our Head Office in Runcorn.

At Phoenix Medical Supplies we value, support and celebrate working with colleagues from all backgrounds. As part of our commitment to ensuring equal opportunities for all, we strive to support the residents in each and all of our local communities, gaining employment.

About the opportunity:

We have a fantastic new opportunity for a temperature controlled Driver (van provided) to join our existing team based in our St Albans Distribution Centre.

Reporting into the Transport Manager, you will be responsible for checking, loading and delivering orders to a range of customers on a predetermined route.

Your key responsibilities will also include ensuring the products are carried in the correct conditions with temperature, cleanliness and security all being paramount. As a very visible face to the public and our customers we are looking for the best, and our rate of pay certainly reflects this.

In this role you will be required to be able to lift (products up to 15kg), bend, twist, kneel, and crouch

Salary

Hourly Rate: £12.13 Per Hour, plus a regional supplement of £0.32p, plus the London Living Allowance. This totals an estimated hourly rate of £13.65.

Working Pattern

An average of 52.5 hours over a 17-week period, working Monday to Friday for 9.5 hours, with 5 hours on a Saturday.

Training and Support

You will receive a comprehensive induction from the Learning and Development Facilitators.

We pride ourselves on ensuring the wellbeing of our employees and providing a good working environment and benefits package, which includes:

22 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service

Access to High Street discounts

Free Parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Accredited Training Programmes

Essential Skills/Experience

- Full Driving Licence valid in the UK

- Demonstrable Behaviours befitting our Values: Reliable – Proactive – Respectful

- Proven driving experience

Desirable Skills (Full training is provided)

- Multi drop driving experience

- Experience of using hand held terminal for proof of delivery

- Attention to detail

- Team Player

- Communication Skills

- Ability to prioritise own workload

Who we want:

Our ideal candidate will be organised and self-motivated so if this sounds like you we are very keen to speak to you to discuss our opportunity further. You can apply here online by completing our short application. Are you who we are looking for? What are you waiting for?

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received

INDPHD

We are advertising for a client who requires a trainee dental nurse for their busy and well established NHS 2 surgery dental practice in Parr, St Helens,

The position is full time between Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm .

Training within the practice will include:

All chairside activities
Health and Safety
Infection Control procedures
Basic First Aid
Patient Confidentiality and GDPR18 procedures

Minimum wage will be paid whilst in training

The role of pharmacy within General Practice is part of an exciting programme of transformation which is underpinned by the NHS Long Term Plan. This is an innovative role to work within the Lakeside Healthcare Pharmacy team to ensure safe and effective use of medicines for patients within Lakeside Healthcare. As a starting point the role will initially focus on medicines reconciliation from clinic and discharge letters, and will develop further as the role of the Pharmacy team expands within the organisation. It is vital that effective systems and procedures are in place to ensure that this process is effective, safe and efficient. The right candidate will be involved in day to day management of this with regular and thorough reviews of all medications. The process also ensures that patients receive the appropriate monitoring necessary for the medication they are prescribed. DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Job Responsibilities/Principal Duties to include: Medicines reconciliation from clinic and discharge letters Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols Level 1 medication reviews to include: Identifying patients on repeat medication who have not had a medication review Check medical notes to assess if any monitoring is required and arrange as appropriate Update medication as appropriate following defined protocols Remove any old or unnecessary medication from repeat Update quantities to provide appropriate supply each month Review dosage instructions to ensure concise and clear instructions Ensure prescribing is in-line with the Lakeside Drug Formulary whilst taking consideration of CCG prescribing guidance. Support Clinical Pharmacists with general prescription requests and medication queries to allow them to review the more clinically complex requests. Liaise with the pharmacist if there are any concerns regarding patient medication regimens Promote and support the implementation of electronic repeat dispensing Conduct searches for audits and high-risk drug monitoring using clinical systems. Participate in practice meetings, and other meetings to improve engagement of the role of pharmacy technician within the Lakeside Pharmacy model and to promote issues relevant to prescribing. Undertake training and development, to ensure the required knowledge and skills for practice-based work. Support initiatives for antimicrobial stewardship to reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescribing. Assist in the delivery of medicines optimisation incentive schemes and audits relating to MHRA alerts, drug monitoring and other patient safety initiatives. Develop relationships with other pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and members of the multi-disciplinary team to support integration of the pharmacy team across health and social care including primary care, community pharmacy, secondary care, and mental health. Training and personal development: You will participate in any training and development programmes implemented by Lakeside Healthcare. This could include: Participation in individual performance reviews, including maintaining a record of your own personal and professional development. Working with the Senior Pharmacist and the Management team to assess own learning needs and undertaken any training as appropriate. Make effective use of learning opportunities inside and outside the workplace, and provide relevant feedback where appropriate. Disseminate learning and information gained to other team members in order to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments. Undertake mandatory and statutory training as required.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our team on a permanent full time basis.

The ANP is defined as a First Level Nurse; the role will be to provide highly specialised care to patients within the General Practice setting, using advanced clinical knowledge that is evidence based.

You will be expected to function independently and within a clinical team and will demonstrate advanced autonomous clinical practice working across traditional boundaries and augmenting the medical role, utilising assessment, decision making and diagnostic skills. Providing expert advice and to ensure the needs of the patient are met by leading, challenging, and changing practice within the clinical setting.

You will be expected to take the lead and participate in educational issues; clinical supervision; research & audit; evidence-based practice and provide mentorship to other clinical staff working in the field of General Practice.

The role of the ANP will include working collaboratively with other health care professionals in primary and secondary care to ensure a high quality easily accessible service and act as a ANP in the service provided.

The post holder will accept new and follow-up patient referrals within the General Practice, undertaking clinical audit and research, recognising, and acting as an advocate for patients, carers within the service and organisation and leading on changes as required.

Interview Date - To Be Confirmed
• Provide advanced levels of clinical practice, knowledge, and skills in General Practice.
• Undertake history and physical examination to accurately assess the patient’s condition.
• Request, interpret and act upon relevant diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Interpret, convey and act upon complex and conflicting information to MDT members/patients/relatives including in possible stressful situations, which may be delicate or offensive in nature (i.e. breaking bad news).
• Act as a clinical expert providing continuous support to the nursing staff and other MDT members within and outside designated area of work.
• Undertake advanced (invasive and non-invasive) procedures pertaining to patient need, in accordance with appropriate training and clinical supervision.
• Prescribe medication in accordance with current legislation and Trust policy.
• Maintain comprehensive, contemporaneous, and accurate nursing/medical records and documentation, utilising information technology where available to facilitate caseload management.
• Effectively manage acute life-threatening conditions in accordance with current ALS guidelines (as appropriate at area of work/need).
• Act as a role model through demonstration of high standards of practice, providing a clinical environment that motivates and encourages effective working partnerships.
• Participate in multidisciplinary, case conferences, clinical and audit meetings.

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.

We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.

Our Services:

Acute Care

Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.

Primary Care

Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.

Community Services

Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.

Specialist Regional Services

We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.

Achievements:
• Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
• Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
• National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme

CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide advanced levels of clinical practice, knowledge, and skills in General Practice.
• Undertake history and physical examination to accurately assess the patient’s condition.
• Request, interpret and act upon relevant diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Interpret, convey and act upon complex and conflicting information to MDT members/patients/relatives including in possible stressful situations, which may be delicate or offensive in nature (i.e. breaking bad news).
• Act as a clinical expert providing continuous support to the nursing staff and other MDT members within and outside designated area of work.
• Undertake advanced (invasive and non-invasive) procedures pertaining to patient need, in accordance with appropriate training and clinical supervision.
• Prescribe medication in accordance with current legislation and Trust policy.
• Maintain comprehensive, contemporaneous, and accurate nursing/medical records and documentation, utilising information technology where available to facilitate caseload management.
• Effectively manage acute life-threatening conditions in accordance with current ALS guidelines (as appropriate at area of work/need).
• Act as a role model through demonstration of high standards of practice, providing a clinical environment that motivates and encourages effective working partnerships.
• Participate in multidisciplinary, case conferences, clinical and audit meetings.
• Gain informed consent from patients for procedures undertaken by self or on behalf of others, both written and verbal, according to Trust policy.
• Provide evidence-based specialist knowledge and advice to patients, families/carers throughout the patient’s journey to meet their physical, emotional and psychological needs.
• Provide clinical expertise in the management of patients utilising specialist theoretical and clinical skills.
• Issue Fit Notes and Prescriptions.
• Certify expected deaths as per Trust policy.
• Facilitate and support general practice doctors/Matron/Trainees to develop effective working relationships with the multi-disciplinary team to enhance the care and management of patients.
• Act as an autonomous practitioner exercising judgement, discretion and decision making in clinical care.
• To support junior medical staff, sharing clinical workload and allowing junior doctors to achieve training and development requirements.
• Act autonomously, referring to appropriate specialists/care agencies

EDUCATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Adherence to competency framework.
• Attend mentor meetings with respective Consultants.
• Take responsibility for one’s own professional development and continually assess and acknowledge areas for development as they arise.
• Advise on the promotion of health and prevention of illness to all client/carer groups and empower individuals to make informed health choices
• Recognise situations which may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the individual and manage risk accordingly
• Seek opportunities to publicise and promote the role of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner and disseminate information regarding the development of practice
• Assist in identified training and educational needs of the nursing staff/medical staff and participate in its delivery

LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Ensure that the patient experience remains the focal point for service improvement within the Division.
• Provide support for nursing staff in relation to clinical support to complaints, SIRI / SUI investigations.
• To contribute effectively to service developments both within the divisions and at strategic level.
• Attend General Practice meetings as required.
• To act as a role model by demonstrating excellent communication and listening skills with patients, relatives and staff.
• Promote effective team working within the team along with nursing and medical staff in the service.
• Network locally, regionally and nationally to share and exchange ideas and principles.
• Provide an effective leadership role in contributing to own departmental issue pertaining to clinical governance agendas and shared governance within the Trust e.g., maintaining standards, risk management, clinical audit and research, standard setting, benchmarking, evidence-based practice, etc.
• Develop clinic skills as required and assist where necessary.

RESEARCH & AUDIT
• Lead the reporting of clinical incidents/concerns and take appropriate action to address any safety and quality issues raised.
• Develop and implement policies and strategies in line with evidence-based practice e.g. NICE/DoH.
• Be involved in identification, development and implementation of relevant policy/guidelines to aid future management by the MDT.
• Facilitate and identify clinical audit/research and disseminate findings.

PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop good working relationships with medical and nursing staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team within and other departments within the Trust and external.
• Act in accordance with the NMC guidelines/Code of Professional Conduct.

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
• Comply with Trust Safeguarding Children Policy and standard operating procedures to safeguard vulnerable children up to 18 years throughout the Trust, this includes the Protocol for Children who Do Not Attend Clinics, fulfilling your role as defined in these documents.
• Liaise with all relevant professionals (Police, Social Services) in relation to safeguarding work undertaken by your Consultant. Type any medical reports for child protection cases as requested by the Consultant, nurse or junior medical staff. Arrange multi-professional meetings regarding child protection/child in need cases. Minute multi-professional meetings as necessary.
• Provide administrative support for the Named Consultant and Named Nurse for Safeguarding Children
• Know about the range of physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect and sexual abuse.
• Be able to recognise signs of abuse appropriate to role and what action to take
• Know what to do if concerned that a child is being abused.
• Know about the Trust’s local policies/procedures.
• Understand the importance of sharing information, how it can help and the dangers of not sharing information.
• Be able to recognise signs of child abuse as this relates to their role. e.g observe inappropriate parenting, an unusually quiet and withdrawn child etc
• Be able to seek advice and report concerns, ensuring that they are listened to.


This advert closes on Thursday 3 Oct 2024

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CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provide advanced levels of clinical practice, knowledge, and skills in General Practice. Undertake history and physical examination to accurately assess the patients condition. Request, interpret and act upon relevant diagnostic tests and procedures. Interpret, convey and act upon complex and conflicting information to MDT members/patients/relatives including in possible stressful situations, which may be delicate or offensive in nature (i.e. breaking bad news). Act as a clinical expert providing continuous support to the nursing staff and other MDT members within and outside designated area of work. Undertake advanced (invasive and non-invasive) procedures pertaining to patient need, in accordance with appropriate training and clinical supervision. Prescribe medication in accordance with current legislation and Trust policy. Maintain comprehensive, contemporaneous, and accurate nursing/medical records and documentation, utilising information technology where available to facilitate caseload management. Effectively manage acute life-threatening conditions in accordance with current ALS guidelines (as appropriate at area of work/need). Act as a role model through demonstration of high standards of practice, providing a clinical environment that motivates and encourages effective working partnerships. Participate in multidisciplinary, case conferences, clinical and audit meetings. Gain informed consent from patients for procedures undertaken by self or on behalf of others, both written and verbal, according to Trust policy. Provide evidence-based specialist knowledge and advice to patients, families/carers throughout the patients journey to meet their physical, emotional and psychological needs. Provide clinical expertise in the management of patients utilising specialist theoretical and clinical skills. Issue Fit Notes and Prescriptions. Certify expected deaths as per Trust policy. Facilitate and support general practice doctors/Matron/Trainees to develop effective working relationships with the multi-disciplinary team to enhance the care and management of patients. Act as an autonomous practitioner exercising judgement, discretion and decision making in clinical care. To support junior medical staff, sharing clinical workload and allowing junior doctors to achieve training and development requirements. Act autonomously, referring to appropriate specialists/care agencies EDUCATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Adherence to competency framework. Attend mentor meetings with respective Consultants. Take responsibility for ones own professional development and continually assess and acknowledge areas for development as they arise. Advise on the promotion of health and prevention of illness to all client/carer groups and empower individuals to make informed health choices Recognise situations which may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the individual and manage risk accordingly Seek opportunities to publicise and promote the role of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner and disseminate information regarding the development of practice Assist in identified training and educational needs of the nursing staff/medical staff and participate in its delivery LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure that the patient experience remains the focal point for service improvement within the Division. Provide support for nursing staff in relation to clinical support to complaints, SIRI / SUI investigations. To contribute effectively to service developments both within the divisions and at strategic level. Attend General Practice meetings as required. To act as a role model by demonstrating excellent communication and listening skills with patients, relatives and staff. Promote effective team working within the team along with nursing and medical staff in the service. Network locally, regionally and nationally to share and exchange ideas and principles. Provide an effective leadership role in contributing to own departmental issue pertaining to clinical governance agendas and shared governance within the Trust e.g., maintaining standards, risk management, clinical audit and research, standard setting, benchmarking, evidence-based practice, etc. Develop clinic skills as required and assist where necessary. RESEARCH & AUDIT Lead the reporting of clinical incidents/concerns and take appropriate action to address any safety and quality issues raised. Develop and implement policies and strategies in line with evidence-based practice e.g. NICE/DoH. Be involved in identification, development and implementation of relevant policy/guidelines to aid future management by the MDT. Facilitate and identify clinical audit/research and disseminate findings. PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Develop good working relationships with medical and nursing staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team within and other departments within the Trust and external. Act in accordance with the NMC guidelines/Code of Professional Conduct. SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES Comply with Trust Safeguarding Children Policy and standard operating procedures to safeguard vulnerable children up to 18 years throughout the Trust, this includes the Protocol for Children who Do Not Attend Clinics, fulfilling your role as defined in these documents. Liaise with all relevant professionals (Police, Social Services) in relation to safeguarding work undertaken by your Consultant. Type any medical reports for child protection cases as requested by the Consultant, nurse or junior medical staff. Arrange multi-professional meetings regarding child protection/child in need cases. Minute multi-professional meetings as necessary. Provide administrative support for the Named Consultant and Named Nurse for Safeguarding Children Know about the range of physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect and sexual abuse. Be able to recognise signs of abuse appropriate to role and what action to take Know what to do if concerned that a child is being abused. Know about the Trusts local policies/procedures. Understand the importance of sharing information, how it can help and the dangers of not sharing information. Be able to recognise signs of child abuse as this relates to their role. e.g observe inappropriate parenting, an unusually quiet and withdrawn child etc Be able to seek advice and report concerns, ensuring that they are listened to.

Job description:

Sponsorship is not available with this position.

Due to high demand and expansion, Careuk247 Home Care Ltd is looking for Domiciliary Healthcare Assistants to work in St Neots Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas. Full-time, part-time and flexible days/hours are available.

CareUK247 is one of the leading providers in the Cambridgeshire area, working with local authorities and private healthcare organisations. We have an overall “Good” rating during our recent inspection.

This is a varied and challenging role, so we are looking for an individual who has:

- Proven track record in providing the highest quality of service.

- The ability to build fantastic working relationships.

- Strong influencing skills and commercial awareness.

- Good communication skills: written, verbal and listening

- Caring and compassionate attitude

- Have a driver's license and access to the own car.

You don't need any previous experience as full training and Induction will be provided.

This role will play a vital part in ensuring that our clients receive the best-in-class quality care within the comfort of their homes and a fantastic career development opportunity for you.

In return, you will receive

- An excellent support from senior staff.

- Award winning training and career progression opportunities.

- Mileage Allowance

- Flexible Hours

- NEST Pension scheme

- Weekly Payment

- Free PPE

Job Types: Part Time, Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £13/- to 15/- per hour

Schedule:

Day shifts
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekend availability

Licence/Certification:
Full UK Driving License.

Job description:

Sponsorship is not available with this position.

Due to high demand and expansion, Careuk247 Home Care Ltd is looking for Domiciliary Healthcare Assistants to work in St Ives Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas. Full-time, part-time and flexible days/hours are available.

CareUK247 is one of the leading providers in the Cambridgeshire area, working with local authorities and private healthcare organisations. We have an overall “Good” rating during our recent inspection.

This is a varied and challenging role, so we are looking for an individual who has:

- Proven track record in providing the highest quality of service.

- The ability to build fantastic working relationships.

- Strong influencing skills and commercial awareness.

- Good communication skills: written, verbal and listening

- Caring and compassionate attitude

- Have a driver's license and access to the own car.

You don't need any previous experience as full training and Induction will be provided.

This role will play a vital part in ensuring that our clients receive the best-in-class quality care within the comfort of their homes and a fantastic career development opportunity for you.

In return, you will receive

- An excellent support from senior staff.

- Award winning training and career progression opportunities.

- Mileage Allowance

- Flexible Hours

- NEST Pension scheme

- Weekly Payment

- Free PPE

Job Types: Part Time, Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £13/- to 15/- per hour

Schedule:

Day shifts
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekend availability

Licence/Certification:
Full UK Driving License.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job Summary Responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, Carry out nursing care without direct supervision, in a variety of hospital settings. The post holder may also be required to regularly supervise and teach qualified and or unqualified staff. Roles and Responsibilities Clinical care Assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence based nursing care Collect, collate, evaluate and report information, maintaining accurate patient records. Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations. To ensure that steps are taken to provide a safe environment for patient, staff and visitors. Demonstrate nursing skills to staff, patients and relatives. To be aware of and practice professionally in accordance with the NMC code of conduct and the scope of professional practice. To ensure the privacy and dignity of all patients is paramount and not compromised. To work collaboratively across the organisation Ensure the effective and efficient use of departmental resources both physical and financial Communication Co-operate and liase with medical staff and all other members of the multi-disciplinary team. To communicate with the Sister on a daily basis regarding patient care. Develop knowledge, understanding and application of personal leadership skills. Education Ensure own compliance with regard to mandatory training and PREP requirements. Develop own clinical knowledge and participate in the development of others To participate in an annual performance review to identify the postholder’s development needs. Clinical Governance 1. Assist the ward / department Manager in audits and the development and implementation of action plans 2. Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines. General To present a professional appearance which gives a positive image of Fairfield and a manner that is appropriate and inspires confidence. To attend regular meetings as requested by Management. Act as an advocate for safeguarding patients, demonstrate courage to speak up when there are concerns about care The above list is not exhaustive but reflects main duties of the post. It will be reviewed annually to respond to the changing needs of the service, in consultation with the post holder. Additional responsibilities Health & Safety It is the responsibility of all employees to work with managers to achieve a healthy and safe environment, and to take reasonable care of themselves and others. Specific individual responsibilities for Health & Safety will be outlined under key responsibilities for the post. Infection Control All staff will adhere to infection control policies and procedures at all times. Information Governance As an employee you will have access to information that is sensitive to either an individual or to the organisation and you are reminded that in accordance with the requirements of Information Governance, NHS Code of Confidentiality, Data Protection Act 1998 and also the terms and conditions in your contract of employment, you have a duty to process this information judiciously and lawfully; failure to do so may result in disciplinary action. Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 This post is subject to an exception order under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This stipulates that all previous convictions, including those that are ‘spent’ must be declared. Previous convictions will not necessarily preclude an individual from employment within the Hospital but must be declared in writing at the appropriate stage during the recruitment process. Equality & Diversity It is the responsibility of every member of staff to understand our equality and diversity commitments and statutory obligations under current equality legislation. All employees must act in ways that support equality and diversity and recognises the importance of people’s rights in accordance with legislation, policies, procedures and good practice. All employees must read the Hospital’s Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Policy. Additional responsibilities Health & Safety It is the responsibility of all employees to work with managers to achieve a healthy and safe environment, and to take reasonable care of themselves and others. Specific individual responsibilities for Health & Safety will be outlined under key responsibilities for the post. Infection Control All staff will adhere to infection control policies and procedures at all times. Information Governance As an employee you will have access to information that is sensitive to either an individual or to the organisation and you are reminded that in accordance with the requirements of Information Governance, NHS Code of Confidentiality, Data Protection Act 1998 and also the terms and conditions in your contract of employment, you have a duty to process this information judiciously and lawfully; failure to do so may result in disciplinary action. Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 This post is subject to an exception order under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This stipulates that all previous convictions, including those that are ‘spent’ must be declared. Previous convictions will not necessarily preclude an individual from employment within the Hospital but must be declared in writing at the appropriate stage during the recruitment process. Equality & Diversity It is the responsibility of every member of staff to understand our equality and diversity commitments and statutory obligations under current equality legislation. All employees must act in ways that support equality and diversity and recognises the importance of people’s rights in accordance with legislation, policies, procedures and good practice. All employees must read the Hospital’s Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Policy. Smoke-free Policy This Hospital operates a Smoke-free policy. This means that smoking is not permitted anywhere within owned or leased premises, including within their grounds and within owned or leased vehicles. The job description does not form part of the Contract of Employment.