Total 1,036 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Bristol, Taunton, Plymouth, TA1 2EQ

Clinical: 1. To have responsibility and accountability for the management of own clinical caseload, including referrals, management and discharge decisions, within own level of competence and with appropriate clinical support. 2. To assess and analyse type, severity and impact of all conditions of speech, language and communication impairments in a wide range of adult patients, through a variety of formal and informal assessments/information gathering methods. 3. To record and interpret personally generated clinical observations and provide feedback for clients/carers/professionals and relevant others. 4. To provide differential diagnosis, clinical advice and care plans/therapy to clients with communication and/or feeding and swallowing difficulties 5. To recommend appropriate referral for specialist videofluoroscopy (VF) examinations or Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallow (FEES) as appropriate. 6. If working with patients in critical care or high dependency beds, manage patients with tracheostomies or ventilator dependence as part of an MDT 7. Where appropriate, to undertake training in videofluoroscopy and FEES and to carry out these assessments with support from a senior colleague 8. To use skills in the delivery of computer based treatment programmes and alternative augmentative communication systems for adults. 9. To demonstrate clinical effectiveness by the use of evidence-based practice, clear care plans and outcome measures. Education, Research and Development 1. To seek advice and support when necessary from more senior colleagues, further developing skills in the management of stroke, medical disorders, especially elderly care, neurological diseases and neurosurgical conditions 2. To attend regular clinical supervision sessions 3. To participate in multi/ inter disciplinary and interagency team building where appropriate. 4. To participate in the development and delivery of patient/carer education programmes, as needed. 5. To participate in local clinical governance/audit/research projects by providing data as required and being part of relevant working groups as appropriate.

Clinical Functions: To provide mental health/psychosocial nursing care throughout the 24 hour day through the operation of an internal rotation shift system. This is to include potentially working every other weekend and two weeks of nights in every eight. To participate in a multi-disciplinary/nursing care team that implements and maintains a therapeutic milieu. To provide individual therapeutic counselling sessions for young people who are resident in the unit. To act as a named nurse for young people who are inpatients. To facilitate therapeutic group work within the unit. To be trained in and actively participate in the management of violence and aggression via approved physical intervention techniques. To be responsible under the guidance of the Clinical Team Leader for the provision of nursing care plans in collaboration with young people & parents/carers where appropriate. To present information and material at case conferences and CPA/MDT reviews in a systematic way, and to ensure that care plans are changed to reflect the decisions taken. To work with the families/carers/networks (Triangle of Care) of young people allocated to you. To actively participate in line management supervision and appraisal process in accordance with the Organisational policy To arrange & participate in regular group & individual Clinical supervision. More experienced nurses to deliver line management, appraisals or clinical supervision to junior staff. To maintain & contribute to standards of nursing care, policies & procedures. To support the function of the Childrens and Young Persons Place of Safety (CYP POS) and offer clinical advice where required. To have knowledge of Section 135/136 Administrative Functions: To maintain confidentiality in relation to all material, whether verbal, written or taped. To prepare reports on nursing care on young people to whom they act as the named nurse at their initial & any following reviews. To be aware of the mental health legislation and childrens legislation, as they may affect the young people under your care, e.g. Mental Health Act (1983) and the Children Act (1989). To be aware of child protection policies and to see that they are implemented. To use the electronic record system. To be aware of Health and Safety policies and other Livewell Southwest policies applicable to the Unit. To report any untoward occurrences to the Nurse-in-Charge in a timely way. To be aware of, and assist in, implementing organisational & NMC policies and procedures: Administration & Dispensing of Medicines Confidentiality Data Protection Control of Infection COSHH Waste Disposal Health and Safety at Work Personal and Professional Development To attend line management supervision and clinical supervision To attend mandatory study days and training particular to the role as directed by line manager or clinical team leader. To participate in regular group supervision and staff group. Physical Effort To have the ability to sit with young people and their families for extended periods of time, often within very pressurised circumstances and to sustain frequent, intense concentration. Apply a high level of expertise to create a safe, calm and appropriate environment for young people in a highly emotive situation and be able to respond appropriately to this need. To undertake physical intervention techniques, that requires occasional requirement to exert moderate physical effort for several long periods. Utilise driving skills when transporting young people. Regularly inputting information into patient notes and other records, linked to the young person you will be assigned to work alongside for the day. To eat meals with young people at set times, and support the needs of a young person within the context of the Plym Bridge House eating disorder care pathway. Knowledge of the use of the Plym Bridge Houses SAS alarm system. Mental Effort The workload (clinical and operational) will be highly unpredictable and interruptions often require immediate action from the post holder. Supporting colleagues and families in managing difficult behaviour, verbal and physical aggression, and levels of suicidal risk in young people. Emotional Effort Frequent exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances examples include dealing with patient issues relating to child protection or risk to life. Participation in team processes and with staff issues, e.g. safety, risk management, service continuity. There is a requirement for long periods of intense concentration whilst delivering clinical practice. Working Conditions Facilitate the reasonable needs of the young person, within a managed risk environment. Regular exposure to unpleasant working conditions when dealing with aggrieved staff and patients. Exposure to incidents of self harm and the ability to provided thoughtful support and care of young people. Be able to work a full 24hr pattern of work, hours will include early shifts 07:30-15:30, late shifts 12:30-20:30, twilight duties 15:00-23:00 and waking night shifts 20:00-08:00. The needs of a 24 hour 7 day a week service will therefore incorporate working regular weekends. All duties will include a mandatory 30 minute break or longer if required dependant on the lengthy of the shift.

4. MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Carry out specialist one-to-one and group interventions for behaviour change Liaise with partners to help reach target populations and communities. Actively seek out Hard to Reach populations and help them to engage in health lifestyle initiatives. Actively seek out Livewell Southwest teams who would benefit from Wellbeing training and who can help deliver brief interventions and referral to the Wellbeing Team. Income generate through training programmes and explore other areas for income generation. Contribute at network meetings and team events. Monitor and evaluate outcomes through specified processes, procedures and systems. Give feedback on performance and local intelligence to lead manager and head of service. Ensure that all stakeholders receive up-to-date information on a wide range of health improvement topics. Develop, promote and co-ordinate health activities and other community engagement events to deliver health promotion and brief interventions- signposting into the One You service or partner services such as Options and Harbour. Contribute to the communications and marketing strategy Develop resources. Develop and deliver training programmes Contribute to research and development Act as a Health Champion, Making Every Contact Count. Be up-to-date with a range of health improvement topics through competency based learning. 4.1 Responsibility for People Management The post holder will be responsible for the induction of new team members. The post holder will be responsible for the line management of junior staff, providing day-to-day management and supervision, absence management and appraisal. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that clinics run smoothly. The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of training to groups of people. 4.2 Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources Collect data regarding purchasing and invoicing to support managers budgetary requirements. Responsible for stock control and security as appropriate. e.g. training resources, nicotine replacement Therapy. 4.3 Responsibility for administration Ensure records are up-to-date and stored as per record keeping policy. Responsible for developing training packs, presentation, leaflets and hand-outs. 4.4 Responsibility for people who use our services Responsible for giving advice and support to members of the public over the phone, face-to-face and digitally. Responsible for case load management. Required to attend external events, speaking to members of the public or event administration. May be required to present information at steering groups, forums, events, seminars and conferences. 4.5 Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments The post holder will contribute to service development and implement changes to established working processes as appropriate. The post holder may be responsible for writing policies, procedures and guidance documents. 4.6 Other Responsibilities Share all data collection with Business Hub for data analysis, performance and audit purposes, 5. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS The post holder will interact with the general public, work colleagues, external stakeholders, Livewell Southwest employees at a variety of venues and workplaces. Design and produce health promotion displays, presentations and publicity. Establish, maintain, and seek opportunities to promote effective channels of communication across LSW and the wider community. Market and promote the One You branding and underpinning health improvement messages with a particular focus on priority areas. Seek opportunities to raise awareness of health, promoting message through the Comms team and wider partners. 6. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB This section should describe the nature, level, frequency and duration of the physical effort (sustained effort at a similar level or sudden explosive effort) required for the job. It takes account of any circumstances that may affect the degree of effort required, such as working in an awkward position or confined space. The physical skills required in the job should also be described e.g. requirements for speed and accuracy, keyboard, driving skills etc. There is likely to be frequent sitting and standing. Frequent effort to lift and manual handing of equipment. Keyboard work will be used throughout the working day The post holder will be required to maintain competencies relevant to the role. Some training may inflame emotions e.g., Suicide Prevention and Mental Health First Aid. The post holder may need to seek support from colleagues or line manager on such occasions. The post holder will use VDU for high proportion of time. However, all staff will be entitled to a workstation assessment and VDU check. The post holder will be required to work across a range of different community and health care settings. The service requires cover between 0800-1800 therefore some flexibility of working hours will be required to ensure the service is always covered. There will be some evening and weekend requirement. 7. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ALL POSTS The post holder is required to comply with all relevant policies and procedures pertinent to their post. Current versions can be found on the intranet or via your manager. The areas listed below are those Livewell Southwest currently places particular emphasis on. Failure to follow correct policies and procedures may result in disciplinary action. 7.1 Risk Management In accordance with the Risk Management Strategy, employees will participate, whenever required, with the risk management process. They will support line managers by attending mandatory and statutory training, completing incident/accident forms for every adverse event or near miss that occurs, report all defects and complaints, and communicate any dangerous situation to individuals potentially at risk. 7.2 Health and Safety at Work You must co-operate with those in authority and others in meeting the statutory requirements and in following policies and procedures. A copy of the Health and Safety Policy is available from the intranet or from the Risk Management Department. You are reminded that in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 you have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to yourself and to others affected by your work activities. You will be notified where your post carries a requirement for immunisation. You may be required to be able to undertake physical intervention training and participate in physical intervention as part of a physical intervention team and Basic Life Support (BLS). 7.3 Infection Control Livewell Southwest is determined to eradicate healthcare-acquired infection and puts a great deal of emphasis on the responsibility of all staff to ensure their own personal and others compliance with Infection Control (including Hand Washing) Policies. All staff must comply with infection control policies and guidance, attend relevant updates and report issues of concern to their immediate line manager (if no action or explanation received, then it is the individuals responsibility to escalate their concerns to the Director of Operations or Chief Executives Office). 7.4 Safeguarding Children and Adults All employees have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults and are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards their health and wellbeing. Familiarisation with and adherence to national and local safeguarding adults and children policies is an essential requirement upon all employees. Livewell Southwest has specific safeguarding policies and in addition, employees also have a responsibility to practice and work within the multi-agency policy developed by the Safeguarding Adults Board and the Safeguarding Children Board. Staff are also required to participate in related mandatory/statutory training. 7.5 Research For clinical posts at bands 5 and 6, there is an expectation that engagement in research will be part of this role. Therefore, an awareness of the value and relevance of research is expected and the post holder should either support existing research within their specialty area as appropriate or identify opportunities to raise awareness of research possibilities. For clinical posts at band 7 and above, the post holder will be required to actively participate in complex audits using research methodology, or participate as required in clinical trials or equipment testing, and will demonstrate high level involvement in local ongoing research projects. 7.6 Sustainability and climate change All staff are expected to take responsibility for the reduction of carbon emissions within their area of the organisation. In particular this may relate to reducing energy consumption, making low carbon travel choices, consideration of goods and services being purchased, and waste reduction. 7.7 Other This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.

Job Title: Pharmacy Manager
Location: Plymouth (PL1 1RR)
Hours: 45 hours per week – alternate Saturdays (we will consider candidates looking for part time hours)
Salary: £61,000 – negotiable depending on experience


Healthcare at Superdrug

With an extensive network of 200 pharmacies across the UK and over 60 health clinics, we're at the forefront of accessible and quality healthcare. If you're passionate about making a difference to the nation’s health, come be a part of our dedicated team and help shape the future of healthcare.

What’s in it for you?

Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver that Superdrug feeling! In return we give you:

• A competitive salary plus bonus potential of up to 25% (based on performance)
• Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Instant access to Wagestream - a tool that lets you track your earnings in real-time, access a percentage of your pay as you earn it.
• Amazing discounts - Up to 30% discount at Superdrug for you and a nominated person plus discounted services including Online Doctor
• AvivaDigicareWorkplace+ you and your family will get access to an app that gives you free healthcare services like Digital GP, mental health consultations and an annual health check.
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Annual GPhC fees paid.
• Attendance to our annual Healthcare conference.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/shared parental/adoption leave, company sick pay and pregnancy loss and support

The Role

Our Pharmacy Managers go beyond just great management skills. We’re after people who can bring real commerciality and leadership to their pharmacy, inspiring every person who works there to exceed targets and deliver exceptional service. As a Superdrug Pharmacy Manager, you will have day to day responsibility for your team, stock, operational and GPhC (PSNI) standards. You will receive direct line management support from your Regional Healthcare Manager.

Our Pharmacy Managers are extremely important to us; we recognise that you could be our Regional Healthcare Managers of tomorrow.

About You

• Must be a GPhC qualified pharmacist.
• Preferably with experience of working in a community pharmacy.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Have an understanding of NHS pharmacy funding and how to maximise profit through the achievement of targets.

Opthalmology Technician

Bristol Hospital | Other Clinical | Permanent | Full Time

Up to £34,000.00 per annum depending on experience

37.5 hours per week

At Nuffield Health the UKs largest healthcare charity, everything we give our patients, members and customers would not be possible without you. Your passion, your warmth, your drive to make a difference. Whether it's driving connected health, helping the nation, transforming experiences, or building the career you want - we give you the support to do it all. Join our journey. It starts with you.

We are looking for an Ophthalmic Technician to join our team at Bristol Hospital and play your part in building a healthier nation. Supporting out team of busy ophthalmic consultant, you will perform relevant tests for each patient at their clinic appointment, helping with the smooth running of the clinic.

As our Ophthalmic Technician, you will:

• Help manage the patient clinics.

• Perform HFA, I-profiler, and OCT testing on patients during the clinics and at other times to suit the patients.

• Assist with pre-operative assessment of patients prior to cataract surgery.

• Ensure Medical Records and kept as per protocol.

• Ensure privacy dignity and safeguarding of all patients.

• Checking VA.

• Carrying out visual field testing, biometry, OCT scanning and corneal topography.

To succeed as an Ophthalmic Technician, you will need:

• Experience/competency in the testing of patients with specialised ophthalmic equipment.

• Experience in health and social care.

• Preferably have an NVQ qualification.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy, and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From financial and emotional wellbeing support to an online GP, gym membership and private healthcare. At Nuffield Health, we'll take care of what's important to you.

Bristol Hospital.

Situated in the beautiful village of Clifton, Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital - The Chesterfield, has a long and distinguished history of looking after the people of Bristol. With the latest equipment, and designed to meet the needs of all of our patients, we are constantly developing our services to ensure our patients receive the finest quality treatment. A 30 private bed hospital which houses 3 digital theatres and combines leading-edge clinical facilities with an outstanding customer experience.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close adverts early, for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore, please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post.

It starts with you.

Customer Services Advisor

Bristol Hospital | Sales and Business Development | Permanent | Full Time

£23,419.60 per annum

37.5 hours per week

At Nuffield Health, a role like this is about much more than achieving commercial success. Because our focus is on bringing the best of what we offer to the local community. If you have a flair forging strong relationships, driving sales and customer experiences, you could be just who we're looking for.

Join us as a Customer Services Advisor at our Bristol Hospital and play your part in building a healthier nation.

As a Customer Services Advisor, you will:

• Handle enquiries and general queries.

• Assist in financial administration.

• Resolve Data Quality issues.

• Work with the Business Administration Manager to continually improve process.

• Support any other Business Administration requirement.

To succeed as a Customer Service Advisor, you will have:

• Experience of working in a busy customer facing business support function.

• Be a confident and customer-focused communicator with the ability to manage, appraise and interpret the right data, and to present it in a timely and professional manner.

• Ideally be educated to GCSE in English and Maths, with NVQ Level 2 in Business and Administration or equivalent.

• Good IT (Excel/Word) and keyboard skills.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. With a range of fantastic lifestyle and wellbeing rewards, like gym membership and private healthcare - at Nuffield Health, we'll take care of what's important to you.

Bristol Hospital.

Situated in the beautiful village of Clifton, Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital - The Chesterfield, has a long and distinguished history of looking after the people of Bristol. With the latest equipment, and designed to meet the needs of all of our patients, we are constantly developing our services to ensure our patients receive the finest quality treatment. A 30 private bed hospital which houses 3 digital theatres and combines leading-edge clinical facilities with an outstanding customer experience.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.

It starts with you.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Please see the attached job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities. A person specification is included within this document.

Your role will be to provide a comprehensive, effective, and timely secretarial support to the SORT Consultants and the MDT. You will actively organise own workload in an efficient and productive manner. You will liaise with all colleagues within the multidisciplinary team, and with internal departments and external agencies to ensure the continuity of patient treatment. Your role is to support the doctors work in the team and a flexible approach is required. Duties will include audio typing, copy typing letters, updating SystmOne, managing the annual leave for the doctors, recording absences, managing diaries, booking reviews, answering telephones, liaising and coordinating meetings, minute taking and supporting audit work within the team. You will need excellent organisational skills, good communication skills, a flexible approach, good time management and the ability to prioritise work and manage stress well. Participate in interview panels for specified jobs. Assist in the training of newly appointed secretarial/administrative staff and supporting them during their assimilation. Assist in maintenance of stock control and security of stock Observe a personal duty of care when using equipment and resources Maintaining a safe environment in accordance with Health and Safety Policies Able to plan and prioritise their own workload on a day-to-day basis. Maintain the electronic diaries for SORT doctors, organise appointments and the allocation of their time to reflect priorities and demands of their workloads. Organise meetings including Case Conferences, meetings, Risk Management meetings, Care Planning meetings and provide all administrative duties associated with these meetings, including sending invitations, distribution of agenda, associated paperwork, take and transcribe minutes and follow up action points. Organise appointments as appropriate, liaising with patients, patient family members and other services. Liaise with MDT to arrange assessments etc as directed by the Consultant. Provide administration support including recording details on SystmOne, invoicing and monitoring payments received. Administrative support for Consultants appraisal including MAG. Arrange medical student placements and feedback sessions as appropriate. Arrange teaching sessions etc for Consultant as appropriate. The post holder will have knowledge of medical terminology. The post holder will have the knowledge and experience to deal with difficult enquiries and situations. Collate data for Out of Area patients and produce statistical reports to provide data for locality manager. The post holder will maintain accurate, timely electronic records and ensure that they are kept safely in accordance with Livewell Southwest polices, including the Data Protection Act (1998) and the Livewell Southwest Confidentiality Policy. Work collaboratively with other secretaries/administration staff within the community mental health service, including taking telephone calls, supporting colleagues during periods of high demand ensuring the team runs smoothly. Receive incoming mail, telephone calls and initiate action as required Assist with Medical staff regarding annual leave etc liaising with Medical staffing team. Liaise with senior medics regarding on-call swaps and leave cover Accurate audio transcription of various documents including patient letters, assessments, discharge summaries and psychiatric reports in preparation for Tribunal Hearings, ensuring deadlines are met. Attend weekly ward round MDT with the Consultants and multi-disciplinary team, taking notes and following up action plans as appropriate. To maintain sensitive and confidential information and filing systems. To maintain, at all times, the highest level of confidentiality in respect of information concerning the Livewell Southwest or any of its staff or patients. The post holder will be able to provide non-clinical advice and information with regards to appointments and visitors to the unit. The post holder will undertake surveys/audits as required including staff surveys. Liaise with patients, other professionals and agencies to organise various meetings including Care Planning, Aftercare, Risk Management and Discharge Planning. Due to the urgency of some of these meetings are arranged at short-notice, requiring re-organisation of diaries to ensure service user needs are met. Demonstrate a positive attitude to patients, treating patients and their families with dignity and respect. Have an excellent knowledge of risk factors and be able to make judgements about client and staff safety and raise concerns with senior staff Ensure compliance with contractual and related quality standards, including acknowledgement of referrals and production of written correspondence with referrers. Comply with all appropriate National, Livewell Southwest and local polices and protocols. These include Health and Safety, Fire Procedures and Confidentiality. Know how to report accidents and incidents and to do so promptly. Behave in a manner that does not bring the Team or Livewell Southwest into disrepute. Ensure that professional boundaries are always adhered to. Actively participate in line management supervision with a senior member of the Team. Actively participate in the Livewell Southwest appraisal system. Participate in team meetings. Carry out other duties commensurate with the position as required. Responsible for updating Knowledge and Skills, including Livewell Southwest mandatory training. Identify new ways of working and make changes to own work, when agreed, to improve service. Liaise with GPs, Solicitors, Police, Social Workers, ward staff, other teams, multi-agency professionals, probation officers, patients and relatives, management, medical staff in other specialities and professional staff in other departments. Provide and receive confidential, complex and sensitive information, orally, in writing or electronically, within the boundaries of confidentiality. At times the information can be distressing. Answer calls from service users, gain information and re-direct the call to the required health professional. To provide a communication link when the Consultant or associated Doctors are out of the office and pass all urgent and important issues on to the correct person. Competent advanced keyboard skills including audio typing. There is a frequent requirement for concentration required for dealing with various complicated medical documents and correspondence with frequent interruptions. There is a frequent requirement for concentration required when typing reports, letters etc of complicated nature with frequent interruptions. There is a frequent requirement for sitting in a restricted position, maintaining correct posture, when sitting at desks; for example when (audio) typing or taking detailed minutes of meetings. The post holder will carry any deliveries in a safe manner, in accordance with the organisations manual handling policy.

To deliver a high standard of individualised care, which will include the assessment, planning, implementation, review and evaluation of the Personalised Care Framework. This should be in partnership with the service user, carers and multi-agency professionals as appropriate. This requires a complex level of communication in the receiving and transmitting of information to service users, carers, colleagues, the wider service and the general public on an individual or group basis. This will be over a wide range of complex and sensitive issues and will need to take into account barriers to understanding. To act as Keyworker for an identified group of clients using the Personalised Care Framework process and keep all associated paperwork up to date in a timely manner. To ensure comprehensive risk assessment, history, planning and management is recorded and communicated to the team and the wider service if appropriate, for individual service users. To contribute to and be an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team. This will include leading handovers and MDT meetings. Involvement in the assessment of new referrals and to attend and contribute to reviews, clinical meetings and case conferences. It is the role of the nurse to convene necessary meetings, invite the relevant stakeholders, communicate and record, action and communicate outcomes. The post holder will act as a role model to service users and staff. There is an expectation that they will promote a recovery ethos to encourage service users in all aspects of activities of daily living. This will include providing verbal prompting and when required additional support to ensure that all their basic physical health and personal care needs are met to a high standard. These interventions are also seen as opportunities for assessment/monitoring and/or learning opportunities. The post holder will contribute toward the recovery process and the care pathway by utilising their skills and knowledge in a multi-disciplinary way to provide holistic care. This will be achieved through one-to-one work, group activities, networking and co-facilitation of psychotherapeutic groups. Contributing to the therapeutic programme within the unit and the creation of individual programmes for service users is a key responsibility. To work in partnership with carers of clients using Triangle of Care initiatives, offering support, advice and reassurance on often quite sensitive and emotional issues and at times of high levels of distress. Maintain and regularly update knowledge of The Mental Health Act 1983, and be aware of own responsibilities and clients rights under the Act. To work at all times within the Code of Practice and Livewell Southwest policies To be responsible and accountable for the safe storage and administration of medication as per national and Livewell Southwest policies and procedures. To educate clients and carers regarding the potential benefits and side effects of medication and feedback information to the medical staff/community pharmacist. The post holder is required to comply with all infection control policies which includes adherence to bare below the elbows. Leadership To take responsibility for the Nurse in Charge role of the unit in the absence of more senior staff, including the planning and organisation of the daily clinical activity, covering adjustment of staff rotas during the out of hour period and recording as necessary, flexible changes to routines in response to individual service users need and changing staff levels and to maintain the safety of staff and clients. To contribute to staff development and demonstrate work activities to new or inexperienced staff e.g. contribute to induction of new staff when joining a team/temporary staff who are working shifts. Provide advice for staff and direct to appropriate resources which facilitate evidence-based nursing practice. To be aware of and appropriately implement the policies and procedures relevant to Livewell southwest and keep up to date with their contents. To be responsible in attitude towards economy of resources and care of equipment and property including the day-to-day financial management of petty cash; safe storage and recording of patient monies; stock control of all supplies i.e. stationary, medicines, food office supplies etc and the health and safety of the environment. To be responsible for the safe use of unit vehicles and the accurate recording of mileage. To be responsible for carrying out risk assessments and planning to reduce risk when transporting patients. To undertake appraisal and line management supervision of junior staff as allocated or as part of ongoing personal development. Professional Development and Education The post holder will undertake a comprehensive induction, mandatory and other essential training as directed by the Livewell Southwest and Unit/Deputy manager. This will include Physical Intervention Training which is essential for this post. Competencies will be identified through personal development needs and appraisal. The post holder will be responsible for their own practice, managerial development and to keep up to date with evidence-based developments in mental health nursing. This will include post registration education and preparation of portfolios for revalidation. The post holders profession will be maintained and support for opportunities and the ways that their skills and knowledge can be used to meet requirements for revalidation will be central to the line management and appraisal process. The post holder will be required to ensure they receive line management support and participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice. Clinical Governance To understand responsibilities under clinical governance to comply with Essential Standards of Quality and Safety as regulated by the Care Quality Commission. To contribute to any audit process within the Livewell Southwest as appropriate. Corporate Responsibilities The post holder will behave in a manner that does not bring the service and Livewell Southwest into disrepute. You are reminded that in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 you have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to yourself and to others affected by your work activities. You will be notified where your post carries a requirement for immunisation. Infection Control Livewell Southwest is determined to eradicate healthcare-acquired infection and puts a great deal of emphasis on the responsibility of all staff to ensure their own personal and others compliance with Infection Control (including Hand Washing) Policies. All staff must comply with infection control policies and guidance, attend relevant updates and report issues of concern to their immediate line manager (if no action or explanation received, then it is the individuals responsibility to escalate their concerns to the Director of Operations or Chief Executives Office). Safeguarding Children All employees have a duty for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards the health and well-being of children. Familiarisation with and adherence to national and local Safeguarding policies is an essential requirement of all employees as is participation in related mandatory/statutory training. Research For clinical posts at bands 5 and 6, there is an expectation that engagement in research will be part of this role. Therefore, an awareness of the value and relevance of research is expected, and the post holder should either support existing research within their speciality area as appropriate or identify opportunities to raise awareness of research possibilities. Sustainability and climate change All staff are expected to take responsibility for the reduction of carbon emissions within their area of the organisation. In particular this may relate to reducing energy consumption, making low carbon travel choices, consideration of goods and services being purchased, and waste reduction. Other This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and his/her manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting. The Working Time Regulations apply to all employees of Livewell Southwest. In particular Livewell Southwest will not permit staff in all employments to work in excess of 48 hours in any one week except where there are exceptional service needs where an absolute limit of averaging over a reference period of 17 weeks would apply. Livewell Southwest has adopted NO SMOKING and NO ALCOHOL policies for staff, which applies to all posts. Details of the policy are available on request and will be included in the statement of main terms and conditions of service of staff appointed

Your new company
North Bristol based hospital
Your new role

• Checking, receipting and storage of all pharmaceuticals for use within the business
• Moving of bulk pallets of fluids
• Inventory stock rotation/expiry date checking
• Operating a handheld pallet truck trained an advantage but not essential, as on the job training can be given in this by R+D trained trainer

What you'll need to succeed

• Heavy goods handling experience, e.g. moving bulk pallets of stock
• GCSE English and Mathematics grade C/4 or above.
• Basic I.T skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and be flexible in a fast-paced environment with high level of attention to detail in relation to pharmaceutical products, form, strength, quantity etc. on the job training provided
• Good time management
• Able to work shift patterns between 08:00 - 18:00 Mon-Fri
• Weekend work - Saturday 10:00 - 14:00 as and when required

What you'll get in return

• Great friendly team to work with
• On the job training

What you need to do now


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Job Title: Complex Care NurseLocation: TauntonSalary: £24,000paHours:Part time,21 hours, 3 days between Mon - Fri 9-5pm (days to be agreed)withflexibility to suit the needs of the business What we offer: A competitive salary 28 days annual leave (includes Bank Holidays) increasing every year by 1 to the maximum of 33 days over 5years'service - pro rata'd An additional day off for your Birthday Blue Light Card Refer with the Care Friends mobile app and earn extra money Cycle to Work scheme for our Head Office, Regional and Branch colleagues Long Service Awards Workplace Pension Employee assistance programme (EAP) - confidential phone line and online support and resources available to you and your loved ones 24/7 A range of Family Friendly Benefits designed to offer you more support, flexibility, and additional time off when you most need it. Supportive working environment with ongoing learning and development opportunities. A friendly, agile and flexible working culture We want to make life better for more people. If you are as passionate about quality as we are and you want a role where your skills will make a real difference, this is a great opportunity. You can help us to grow and develop in an exciting business that puts people front and centre of everything we do.Prestige Nursing & Care has provided home care for over 75 years and we have 30 local offices in England and Scotland. Our aim is to lead the care industry by providing high quality, personalised and specialist services to our clients. Our services span the generations across a number of environments: Adults of all ages, including the elderly and frail, based in their own homes and community setting Babies, children and young adults in and outside of the home setting i.e. at school, college, social activities and play We offer complex nursing care, led by an experienced registered nurse, provided in the clients own home/ community setting and delivered by a nurse, heath care assistant or support worker. Our client needs, which vary, mainly arise from physical disability, long term conditions, neurological impairment, sensory impairment, learning disability and autism and mental health issues. We work in partnership and collaborate with those health-care professionals already involved; we value the importance of integrated and joined-up care provision. We offer a supportive working environment with lots of potential for learning and development and a friendly, agile and flexible working culture. We are looking for a dynamic, resourceful and independent professional with solid nursing experience as an Adult, Child or Dual Qualified Nurse, that is flexible, enthusiastic, and has a can-do attitude to join our clinical team supporting both adults and children with complex needs. The role of a Complex Care Nurse is to provide clinical expertise and leadership to enable the planning and delivery of safe, high-quality complex care to all clients in their own homes and/or community settings. Purpose of the Job: The role of a Complex Care Nurse is to provide clinical expertise and professional leadership to enable management of a complex caseload of clients requiring clinical support in the community and to oversee the planning and delivery of safe, high-quality complex care to all adults and children in their own homes and/or community settings. To be accountable for and lead on the clinical components of care delivery Support in the assessment, mobilisation and implementation of complex care clients to support with business growth To regularly risk assess individual client needs Provide evidence based clinical expertise and advice relating to care-planning and delivery across the pathway and evaluate outcomes Attend meetings and/or liaise with MDT, commissioners, case managers and clients etc to build and manage clinical caseload To act as a role model and leader for all members of staff To facilitate and deliver an ongoing programme of clinical knowledge/skills-training and competency assessments to non-registered members to enable them to competently deliver care with minimal supervision To be responsible and accountable for the delegation of clinical healthcare tasks required for clients to maintain a quality of life within the community Maintain high standards and proactively manage quality improvement, clinical risks, safety concerns and complaints relating to client case load Drive best practice in order to ensure high quality care Promote compliance and adherence to internal policies and standards Keep up with national standards and requirements surrounding clinical services Assist the branch in identifying best practice in regard to clients complexity to ensure delivery of safe and high-quality care Commitment to improving client/family experience at every step of the care pathway. Identify, develop and maintain new business streams to support with growth of clinical services Person Specification: Registered Nurse withNMCwith active PIN Minimum 2 years clinical nursing experience including community or hospital setting Management of clinical risk management and individualised, person-centred care planning Experience of safeguarding adults and children Effective communication skills verbal and written Ability to work on own initiative as well a part of a team self-motivated Effective people management skills Ability to negotiate, influence, escalate and seek advice Experience in interpreting and analysing data and meet deadlines Excellent IT and presentation skills Demonstrate knowledge of the theory and application of clinical governance E Ability to work autonomously and with initiative Can do approach Ability to work independently and within a team Valid UK driving licence and access to a car is highly desirable, however other travel arrangements are possible Demonstrate good leadership skills. A commitment to equal opportunities and diversity Symmetry between personal and organisational values Recognised teaching qualification/experience Evidence of developing policy, guidelines and managing resources Coaching and mentoring skills, teaching qualification Evidence of success in leading/managing significant and sustained change Experience in interpreting and analysing data and meet deadlines

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