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To work under the direction of STCC Manager, but at times will not have direct supervision. To support / assist in medication administration according to patient needs in line with the processes associated with STCC To carry out multi-disciplinary treatment plans on behalf of the team incorporating elements of all disciplines treatment as delegated and taught by those professionals within the team. To always maintain and preserve confidentiality, and be aware of the Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records and Consent for Treatment. To be aware of Health and Safety at Work Act and the implications for the work environment. To report and record incidents and near misses relating to health, safety, security, fire, physical violence, aggression and verbal abuse. Using the incident reporting system. To obtain knowledge of Livewell Southwests policies, procedures and practices and carry out duties in accordance with them. To support activities on a 1:1 basis, including risk management, therapeutic interventions as directed and undertake specific clinical skills such as clinical observations, Skin assessments, Continence management and medication administration. To receive reports on patient care and be able to cascade the information using resources available such as handovers, clinical records and team meetings. To be able to recognise a deteriorating patient, complete clinical observations and escalate appropriately. Make appropriate records in the multi-disciplinary patient file / electronic records. Record and manage patients property. Be willing to undertake training opportunities and develop link roles within LSW pertinent to the STCC. (e.g. IPCT, Tissue Viability) To work collaboratively with AGE UK staff within the WPVC. To actively participate in personal development training needs. To maintain your clinical competencies through mandatory training and external training opportunities where appropriate. To participate in LWSW staff appraisal scheme including the formulation of personal Development Plans (PDP). To support new and less experienced members of all disciplines, both formally and informally, including students and placements with STCC. To contribute to any audit process. To behave in a manner which does not bring Livewell Southwest into disrepute. Notes 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. This job will be reviewed within the appraisal process on an annual basis. The post holder is required to conform to Livewell Southwest policies on Health, Safety, Fire procedures, record keeping and confidentiality. To undertake annual competency assessment appropriate to the role

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Job Description

Staff Nurse - RGN/RMN

Hourly Rate: £24.50

Day Shifts

Full-Time Hours

As a Staff Nurse you will play a vital role in ensuring the physical and mental well-being of the residents at within our client's nursing home located in the serene port city of Plymouth. The Home provides a secure and comforting environment for Older Adults in need of nursing and specialised dementia care, accompanied by unique amenities including a beauty salon, cinema room, and landscaped garden.

Qualifications

• RGN or RMN qualification and valid UK NMC Pin
• Preference for experience in a similar healthcare setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective prioritization and time management abilities
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
• Commitment to continuous professional development

Benefits:

• Support with revalidation and access to internal training
• Subsidised meals
• Competitive pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Monthly rewards

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients
• Administer medications and treatments
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes
• Provide guidance and support to patients and their families
• Uphold high standards of patient safety and ethical conduct

Reference: WILL79625/BS

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Roborough Surgery Job Description Medical Secretary JOB TITLE: MEDICAL SECRETARY RESPONSIBLE TO: Practice Manager RESPONSIBLE FOR: All secretarial duties within the Practice JOB PURPOSE: To manage surgery referral letters using the in-house computer system and eReferral/DRSS system, process associated administration workload. To provide an effective and polite service for both patients and colleagues. Communicate any relevant information between doctors, patients, and colleagues. Main Duties and responsibilities: Typing of clinical team referrals, complete forms, letters, and information as given in a timely manner. Use of dictation software to produce audio typewritten work. DRSS worklist management rejected referrals, queries etc. General administration duties and tasks including use of Office 365 and other software Liaison with Hospitals/Patients/GPs/Practice staff/Other agencies Managing incoming telephone calls and redirect, document, or deal with accordingly, along with answer machine messages daily. Manage internal messages and personal NHS email daily and deal with accordingly. Manage the shared email accounts (Admin/Reports) and action as appropriate. Process Secretarial tasks received through Practice clinical system task screen. Processing and managing non-NHS workload (insurance reports, SARS requests, miscellaneous letters) following practice protocol. Action and process requests for Online Access to Medical Records plus associated medical records and online access workload to support the Practice Manager and Online Services Team. Liaise with the Practice Manager and other colleagues to support the whole Practice Team Respect confidential information received ensuring General Data Protection Regulations are always followed. Deal with all tasks and duties in a timely manner You may be requested to carry out any other reasonable duties within the scope of your job role. Use NHS Smartcard as required and as part of the job role. Other: When required and in emergency situations, provide Reception cover to support the Reception Team and as guided by the Reception Manager. Respond to the needs of the Practice team and patients during surgery opening hours. If required, provide Reception cover during Enhanced Access clinics during weekday evenings and Saturdays.

The Advanced Clinical Pharmacist for Virtual Ward is a new role within Livewell SW and the Pharmacy Team. The post holder with the support of the Lead Pharmacist for Virtual Wards will be leading and delivering a high quality, clinical pharmacy service to Virtual Ward areas, and working in partnership with our System partners to maximise seamless transfers of care and maximise best outcomes for the patients. The post holder will be responsible for the coordination of clinical pharmacy services to the Virtual Wards, utilising a holistic approach to support medicines optimisation is a variety of settings. They will lead on and develop clinical audits and quality improvement within Virtual Wards and have the opportunity be involved in research and further develop their career. As the Advanced Clinical Pharmacist for Virtual Wards, you will have input into the strategic development of Medicines Optimisation in Virtual Ward Services and hold a highly visible role within the organisation. You will be a pharmacist with a passion and commitment in this area who wants to help develop the service whilst ensuring medicine related governance is in place, bringing the additional skills of an experienced pharmacist to the team. You will support and help develop the Virtual Ward pharmacy team and a range of other healthcare professionals within Virtual Wards, including NMPs in medicines optimisation and related initiatives to the highest clinical pharmacy standards.

As a Specialist Children in Care Nurse, the post holder will have excellent communication skills in order to provide empathetic, trauma-informed health advice and support to children and young people in care and care leavers. The post holder will complete comprehensive statutory review health assessments and health interventions with children and young people in the care of Plymouth Local Authority and to those placed in Plymouth by other authorities, as detailed in "Promoting the health and wellbeing of Looked After Children" (updated 2022). The post holder will provide expert clinical advice, deliver health education and work in collaboration with partner agencies (Childrens Social Care teams, Fostering, Education, and other statutory and voluntary organisations) who work with Children in Care. The post holder will be required to take a lead role in compiling and implementing health plans for this very vulnerable group of children and young people. This will be achieved by improving the co-ordination, access and delivery of health care to Children and Young People in Care and Care Leavers, both living in and out of area who are the responsibility of Plymouth Local Authority, and those placed in Plymouth by other Local Authorities. Responsibility for People Management Work with other health and social care professionals to ensure improved health outcomes for Children in Care and Care Leavers Support and advise colleagues in the clinical assessment and care of children and young people, as part of own clinical role, whilst being clear about others personal clinical professional accountability Supervision and/or mentoring of team members/students Plan and deliver training for health staff, foster carers and Social Care staff about the health and wellbeing of children in care Work with other professionals to evaluate training and adapt provision to meet the learning needs of participants. Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources To take responsibility for the safety and security of equipment, including phones, laptop, measuring equipment and other devices issued by Livewell, and to report any faults in a timely way. Responsibility for administration To plan the health assessments allocated on a weekly basis, ensuring they are undertaken within statutory timescales To liaise with other professionals to ensure a robust health assessment is undertaken Formulate meaningful individual healthcare plans and monitor their implementation Review health records, compile and analyse holistic health chronologies and provide written comprehensive reports detailing the implications of the information for the childs current and future health and wellbeing, Ensure records are written contemporaneously and that they meet Safer Information standards Responsibility for people who use our services Able to communicate and engage effectively with children and young people in care, ensuring that they have the opportunity to participate in decisions affecting them as appropriate to their age and ability. Undertake holistic statutory Children in Care health assessments, including those for children with complex healthcare and social needs Work in a trauma-informed way with children and young people Work flexibly to ensure visits are undertaken at times that are convenient for children, young people and carers Know about the health needs of specific groups such as children with disabilities, children affected by antenatal influences such as drugs and alcohol, refugees and unaccompanied asylum seekers, minority ethnic groups and adopted children Identify health needs and refer children as appropriate Act as a facilitator to enable children and/or their carers to access appropriate health services for the child Understand how birth family health history, mental health and parental lifestyle choices impact on the childs health and development Understand how primary carers health and lifestyle issues impact on children and young people Understand the attachment model with reference to children who have experienced neglect and trauma, and the lifelong impact of insecure or disordered attachments Work in partnership with carers in residential units and foster families to support Children in Care Work with health services and partner agencies to provide support and interventions to meet the needs of Children in Care Interpret and communicate on a broad range of health information in a social and education context Contribute to the Life Story work of Children in Care Work with multiagency colleagues to support young people leaving care, providing support to access specialist advice on contraception and sexual health, promoting physical and mental health, enabling access to GP services and facilitating transfer of care leavers with complex needs, including those with disabilities, to adult services Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments Actively seek out research evidence and best practice in promoting the health and wellbeing of children in care and those undergoing adoption e.g. NICE/SCIE guidelines Understand relevant child-care legislation, information sharing, information governance, confidentiality and consent in relation to Children in Care Understand the needs and legal position of young people, particularly those aged 16 years and over, and the transition between children's and adult legal frameworks including respective service provision Understand how Education, Health and Care plans and continuing health needs assessments affect Children in Care Contribute to the dissemination and implementation of organisational policies and procedures Have an understanding of the requirements of the role as detailed in the inter-collegiate document: Looked after Children: Roles and competencies of Healthcare Staff (2020) At all times and in relation to the roles and responsibilities listed, work with the Designated and Named Professionals for Children in Care Other Responsibilities Contribute to processes for auditing the effectiveness and quality of services, including audits against national guidelines, as directed by the Named and Designated Professionals for Children in Care or other Livewell managers. Appraisal and personal development Competences should be reviewed annually as part of a staff appraisal in conjunction with an individual learning and development plan. The annual appraisal should be undertaken by the Named Nurse, or from a professional with specialist knowledge of Children in Care Undertake further education, training and learning appropriate to their role Participate regularly in peer support and education networks for specialist professionals at a local and regional level according to professional guidelines (attendance should be recorded) Meet the organisations requirements for training attendance Attend relevant local, regional, and national continuing professional development activities to maintain competences Receive regular supervision and undertake reflective practice Recognise the potential personal impact of working with Children in Care on self and others, and seek support and help when necessary Communication and relationships Communicate effectively with children and young people, including those with complex needs e.g. language difficulties, learning and behavioural difficulties and where English is not their first language Be adaptable, sensitive and flexible to meet the specific needs of the child, in particular adolescents and young adults Convey complex information in an accessible manner to young people, professionals and other adults involved in caring for Children in Care and those undergoing adoption Advise other agencies about the health management of Children in Care Contribute to multi-agency meetings or reviews Work with health service professionals and multi-agency partners as part of a team Contribute effectively to an Education, Health and Care plan for a child in care Ensure advice is available to the other professionals across the organisation on day to-day issues about Children in Care Work closely with the lead for children and/or safeguarding within the health care organisation Physical demands of the job Ability to respond to quickly changing circumstances, such as the admission of a child into care, or one who moves placements, to ensure the childs health needs are assessed, understood and appropriate interventions initiated Work flexible hours and evenings when required, according to the needs of the service. Driving, sometimes long distances, to visit children and/or carers Use of various computer systems for prolonged periods Please see supporting information for full Job Description and Person Specification.

The role of Health Care Support Worker within the Health Inclusion Pathway-Plymouth service is: Assist registered nurses in delivering high standards of care to vulnerable patients in the homeless care system who are utilising emergency accommodation, temporarily housed or street homeless. Communicate and liaise effectively with patients, carers and members of the primary health care team including 3rd party, statutory and voluntary services. To undertake specific clinical tasks as delegated by members of the Health Inclusion Pathway-Plymouth team, having once undertaken relevant training and deemed competent. Working in line with the Livewell Southwest Delegation to Band 3 support workers guidance. To report and record incidents and near misses relating to health, safety, security, fire, physical violence, aggression and verbal abuse. To maintain accurate records, which are confidential, contemporaneous, and legible, with all care given documented at the time. The post holder will be expected to participate in standard of patients records by audit or peer review and have a regular open discussion with team members. To have a working knowledge and be responsible for ensuring nurses and patients equipment is in safe working order, disposed of or returned when no longer required as per Policy and to inform Line Manager if any problems occur. To provide holistic evidence-based/best practice care to patients in accordance with National and organisation approved policies/procedures/guidelines and individual care plans.

Role: Nurse (Lung Health) Location: Mobile role based in Plymouth, St Austell, Penzance, Torquay and Barnstaple Salary: £34,000 - £40,000 + £4200 Car Allowance Introduction: This role will be fundamental to the delivery and running of a high quality and effective Targeted Lung Health Check service which will identify asymptomatic people, providing early diagnosis of both lung cancer and other lung diseases. The overall purpose of the Lung Cancer Screening Programme is to enable the early detection of lung cancer to save lives. The targeted lung health check (TLHC) has been implemented throughout the UK in areas identified with high disease prevalence where significant impact can be made from the recognition of early-stage lung cancer & offering curative treatment. What you will do: Make healthcare better for our patients Provide the best service to everyone and build InHealths reputation in this area Deliver TLHC appointments to patients and generating onward referrals to low-dose CT for high-risk patients Be a patient facing ambassador for the TLHC programmes, providing high quality services and excellent patient centred care Provide specialist knowledge and care to patients and their carers Provide education and training to patients, carers, and other healthcare professionals. What you will be responsible for: Provide virtual and face to face nurse led TLHC clinics; assessing patients against set risk criteria and referring on to Low-Dose CT as required for patients assessed as high risk. Demonstrate and deliver excellent nursing skills in respiratory assessment and provide smoking cessation nursing advice delivered as part of the lung health check. Ability to provide health promotion integral to the delivery of lung health checks. Identify and act accordingly to raise any potential safeguarding concerns. Identify and act accordingly to manage any patients presenting with red flags or potential medical emergencies. Maintain IRMER accreditation which will be provided during induction (to refer to Low-Dose CT) Where your role requires it, to attain and maintain ARTP accreditation level (to provide spirometry). Work autonomously engaging with the wider TLHC teams as needed in the pathway. Support the Team Lead with all essential clinical administration duties relevant to support the role and effective running of the programme. Provide mentorship and support/supervision to more junior members of the team and wider TLHC team delivering lung health checks. Engage in audit and/or information collection where required. Undertake any other duties which are deemed appropriate to the job role when requested by senior staff and utilise Policies, Procedures and Guidelines; actively supporting the team lead in contributing to their ongoing development and improvement.

The role of the Senior Health Care Assistant is to assist the trained nurse in delivering physical, social, and psychological care to the patient/client with physical healthcare problems/illnesses, admitted to Frailty Virtual Wards. To have the ability to recognise and report any changes in a patients condition and needs. The post holder will be directed to undertake tasks once adequate instruction has been given by the trained nurse and both parties are confident that the task can be fulfilled competently. The post holder will provide line management and mentorship to junior staff. However, the trained nurse is required to carry the responsibility for decision making and direction. To work under the direction of a registered member of nursing staff, but at times will not have direct supervision (as in a community setting). To work within a team supporting and assisting qualified staff in the implementation of patient care, that includes personal hygiene, toileting, undressing and dressing of patients, moving and handling and assisting with mobilisation. To liaise and assist all disciplines involved in the management and care of patients in ward/home environment. Once assessed as competent, perform simple wound care, ECG recording, tracheostomy care, blood sugar monitoring, catheter care, venepuncture, temperature, blood pressures, pulse oximetry and other clinical responsibilities as delegated by the registered nursing staff. To use clinical decision-making tools to inform care, such as, Waterlow, MUST etc. and be able to highlight significant results to senior staff. To be able to give information and advice to patients and carers as appropriate i.e. nutritional or pressure care information. To be able to identify when there may be a safeguarding risk for any patient or carer and know the process to follow. To be able to identify if a patient needs to be signposted or referred to another service to ensure all care needs are met and liaise with the senior staff to ensure this occurs. To acknowledge own limitation and scope of practice and seek advice and support from senior staff as needed. To undertake a range of competencies that have been included within the job role as a senior healthcare assistant. To provide self-directed, individual activities for specified patients in all healthcare settings working within risk management guidelines, this may include working alone in the clinical area/ community for periods of time. To carry out efficiently and effectively task and instructions assigned by the registered nurse.To undertake only those tasks for which she/he has had instruction and is competent to fulfil as a senior healthcare assistant. To provide mentorship and support to junior staff or students To engage with audits, quality improvement projects and service changes as directed by the inpatient manager. To provide a high standard of care under the direction and supervision of more senior staff To assist the multi-disciplinary team in the delivery and evaluation of patient care. To liaise across inpatient and community colleagues in the statutory and non-statutory services as appropriate. To provide professional influence, direction, clarification and support for new and existing staff, nursing, occupational therapy, students, volunteers etc. To ensure the adherence to Health and Safety and Infection Prevention and Control guidelines at all times. MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibility for People Management To be involved in the continued development of the Senior Health Care Assistant role and other Health Care Assistants To provide guidance and support to junior staff or students To provide line management to Health Care Assistants To receive line management support and supervision Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources The post holder will have no direct responsibility for finances; however, they will adhere to the relevant trust policies on financial issues The post holder will use Livewell Southwest resources responsibly Responsibility for administration To ensure competencies in record keeping Report any changes in the patients condition or care needs to the supervising trained nurse and / or relevant therapist and document accordingly. Maintain accurate and complete patient records in accordance with organisational guidelines. Maintain confidentiality of information being aware of trust policies and local protocols and keeping up-to-date with changes To access email and other information through Livewell Southwest intranet Responsibility for people who use our services Support peoples care through provision of key skills including emotional and spiritual care, positioning, communication, tissue viability, oral and personal hygiene, and nutritional awareness. Assist people to achieve their optimal level in their physical health care whilst always maintaining their comfort and dignity at all times. To support patients to identify and overcome fears within a relationship of empathy and trust. To work with patients and carers to work towards patients recovery. To monitor the physical health of service users and report any changes to registered staff so that the care plan can be kept fully up to date. The post holder will act as a suitable role model. The post holder is required to comply with all infection prevention and 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 to Director of Operations/Chief Executive Office. Be able to respond effectively to any concerns of abuse and know procedures they need to follow to escalate their concerns. To participate in, support and maintain positive interventions and planned activity programmes to improve the persons quality of life. To record contacts, interventions and observations on the electronic record systems. Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating care to patients. This to include participation in case review and assessment for admission / discharge process Escort patients to other inpatients / departments or other areas designated by trained staff, which may include the community settings. Record and manage patients property. Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments To comply with Livewell southwest policies and procedures relevant to the role. This will include adherence to Uniform & Dress Code Policy. To report any observed incident of unprofessional behaviour, accidents/incidents, untoward occurrences, or faulty equipment. To participate professionally in service development and proposed service changes Comply with universal infection control precautions and procedures. To behave in a manner which does not bring Livewell Southwest into disrepute To complete all Mandatory training and other training pertinent to the role, as agreed by line manager. Other Responsibilities The post holder will be aware of and work within their own limits, and competencies within a band 3 senior health care assistant. Be punctual for work and conduct themselves in a professional manner in accordance with Livewell Southwest policies To participate in induction and support programmes in relation to new staff and volunteers as directed by the nurse To actively engage in clinical supervision both as a supervisor and supervisee if appropriate. In line with local guidelines review, reflect and develop own practice and performance through effective use of professional and operational supervision and appraisal. To demonstrate ongoing personal and professional development through participation in internal and external development opportunities, reflecting and recording learning outcomes in a professional portfolio. This would include support groups and induction opportunities. To know how to report accidents and untoward incidents and to do so promptly. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS To act as an ambassador for Livewell with external agencies and partner organisations. Always address staff, patients and members of the public in a polite and respectful manner either in person or on the telephone. Be conversant with and comply with all relevant organisational protocols and policies and have valid organisational IT access. Compassionate, caring and kind in their practice. De-escalation skills. To support the team in promoting a recovery orientated environment by identifying recovery focused activities and imparting information and education as required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB The post holder will be competent in computer skills. The post holder may be exposed to some working conditions including exposure to vomit, sputum and body fluids. Inpatient: Carry out measurements (height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, urinalysis, phlebotomy, wound care, intentional rounding and ECGs. Community: Carry out measurements (height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, urinalysis, phlebotomy, wound/ pressure area care, assisting in Doppler assessments and certain injections/ diabetes management and catheterisation when deemed competent on a known patient. To assist with ordering clinical supplies and equipment to ensure stock is maintained. The post holder will be expected to travel around Plymouth in the course of their duties as appropriate. To undertake and be competent in breakaway training. Shift work including night shifts if working in an inpatient -based scenario. The post holder will always have to carry a personal alarm with them when working within the constraints of the community-based area (clients homes). The post holder will need to travel and attend to service users based across Plymouth and other geographical areas. Full and valid driving licence and access to a car for work purposes is required. Reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act will be taken into account for the successful applicant. Please see supporting information for full Job Description and Person Spec.

Clinical 1. Providing and delivering a high standard of nursing care by initiating and co[1]ordinating the assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating of individual patients needs based on evidence. This includes all aspects of care from admission to discharge. 2. Reporting and documenting all relevant nursing/patient needs, communicating changes with other health care professionals in the multidisciplinary team with ongoing responsibility for patient care as they occur. 3. Promoting and delivering health education within the clinical area and advise patients, family, and others in health promotion issues. Undertaking patient triage, undertaking clear assessment of patient health in the acute ophthalmic setting following best practice guidance by telephone and face to face. Making safe and appropriate decisions. Demonstrating and undertaking evidence-based practice, playing an active part in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient-centred care. Supervising, assessing, and mentoring and supporting junior Registered Nurses and Health care professionals, including bank and agency staff in the clinical setting. Increasing the level of knowledge and skills within the Department/Directorate through sharing best practice and supporting others to develop their professional abilities. Implementing and sharing good infection prevention and control practice. Undertake manual handling assessments and ensuring actions are met. Day to day direct supervision of team of patients and staff. For further details please see attached JD&PS.

To provide specialist occupational therapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and education to individuals admitted to the Frailty Virtual ward who may have a range of conditions and presentations which could include neurological diagnosis and symptoms such as stroke. To provide specialist occupational therapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and education to individuals admitted to the Frailty Virtual ward who may have a range of conditions and presentations. To provide advice, signposting, guidance and information to health and social care professionals, patients, carers, relatives, or other non-professional contacts. To be an integral member of the MDT providing education, training and dissemination of information to all healthcare professionals. To be an autonomous practitioner, holding a caseload and working without direct supervision. To continue own professional development in line with HCPC regulations. Work as an outpatient and community-based practitioner undertaking an active role in planning, developing, coordinating, delivering and participating in the evaluation of Frailty Virtual Wards. Carry out comprehensive specialist assessments for patients with neurological and stroke presentations, including those with diverse or complex presentations/multi-pathologies, to identify their problems and needs and ensure that patient's holistic needs are considered. Formulate and deliver individual treatment programmes based on specialist knowledge, evidence-based practice, national and local guidelines using profession-specific clinical skills and techniques. (e.g. 1:1s, group activities, patient education, carer education, use of electrical stimulation techniques, cognitive and vocational rehabilitation). To discuss and agree the assessment outcomes with patients and facilitate goal setting where appropriate. Demonstrate ongoing evaluation of client progress using agreed outcome measures. To work closely with the specialist multidisciplinary team contributing to individual patient care e.g., MDT meetings, case conferences. Provide advice to other professionals/agencies to meet patients holistic care needs. Undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to further own and team clinical practice. May lead the implementation of specific changes to practice or contribute to service protocols. Supervise, educate and assess performance of students and junior staff, in order to provide expert advice and clinical support whilst promoting the effective and efficient delivery of a high-quality service. MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibility for People Management Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources Responsibility for administration Responsibility for people who use our services Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments Other Responsibilities Communication and Relationships Physical Demands of the Job Risk Management Health and Safety at Work Infection Control Safeguarding Children and Adults Research Sustainability and Climate Change The post holder will need to travel and attend to service users based across Plymouth and other geographical areas. Full and valid driving licence and access to a car for work purposes is required. Reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act will be taken into account for the successful applicant. "Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility" Please see Job Description and Personal Spec for more detailed description of the post.

The post holder will act as a Key worker for a defined group of patients and organise care in accordance with the Personalised Care Framework. Provision of case load supervision for Band 5 mental health practitioners and line management. To contribute to professional development, appraisal, performance review and recruitment. Be responsible for the management of caseloads. Carry out reviews of caseloads and support the process of recovery. The post-holder will take part in the clinical audit of the CMHS/MAIS. This will include annual audits. The post holder will ensure that their clinical practice is based on evidence and good practice and in accordance with any NICE guidance. The post holder will be individually accountable for their practice in accordance with the NMC or HPC professional code of conduct. To promote positive risk to allow clients independence and autonomy of choice. To liaise with other community resources and facilitate use of mainstream resources. To maintain a caseload of clients with a significant degree of mental health complexity. To participate in the shift lead and provide appropriate supervision. Practice within the legal and ethical framework set out by mental health related legislation to ensure that service users interests and well-being are at the fore. Liaise, advise, develop and maintain good relationships with service users, carers, relatives and fellow health, social care professionals who are involved in the delivery of services. Engage in support and care plans for those who have complex needs, high risk behaviors and risk assess and manage these effectively with the MDT. Work collaboratively with adult social care to identify and implement any adult social care needs. Participate in all activities aimed at keeping professional skills updated and contribute to dissemination of that knowledge and experience to all staff and students within your area of responsibility. Act upon referrals from secondary mental health services, other primary care workers consultants and other statutory bodies by providing triage, assessment, implementation and development of programs of care to individuals, groups and families, who are difficult to engage in mental health services. Implement and participate in the formulation of all policy and procedures within the area of responsibility in consultation with relevant others. Plan, with teaching establishments, a realistic learning experience for students and for postgraduate students and be responsible for the quality of the program. Participate in and support training programs designed for all staff groups. Monitor standards of practice within the team, ensuring areas of deficit are addressed through audit. Co-ordinate the collation of evidence within the team in support of standards for better health improving quality. Independently assess, implement and develop programs of care. Prioritise and re-assign team workload and develop caseload management system. Supervision and support. Assist the Team Manager in the Investigation of complaints made regarding the service. Identify staff training needs. Make judgements in regard to the quality of the service. Actively support the team through change in organisation and service delivery Please see supporting information for full Job Description and Person Specification.

Job Description

Unit Nurse Manager - RGN

Hourly Rate: £23.50

38.5 hours per week

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered General Nurse (RGN) to join our client's team as a Unit Nurse Manager on day shift. This role is based in a beautiful nursing home that caters to older adults with dementia and general nursing needs.

Qualifications

• Valid registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
• Proven experience in a managerial or leadership role within a healthcare setting
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of best practices in nursing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• A commitment to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion in the workplace

Benefits

• Discounts on Shopping, Fashion, Days out, Travel, Entertainment, and lots more! Cycle Scheme
• Free face-to-face counselling
• Staff recognition award ceremonies and 'Employee of the month' reward
• Clear Pathways and opportunities for training and career progression
• Company pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Access to a free eye test and discounted glasses
• Cashback card
• Wellbeing portal
• Seasonal Company events, competitions, and incentives
• On-site parking

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursing unit
• Provide leadership and guidance to nursing staff
• Coordinate and monitor patient care plans
• Implement quality control measures to ensure high standards of care
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals and family members to ensure holistic care for patients

Reference: WILL79456/TH

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Post holder works with special care dentists treating patients with special needs mostlyhaving treatment under conscious sedation. Post holder also provides Dental Sedation Nursing support to all Dentists carrying out Dental Sedation, including Oral Surgery. Post holder has GDC registration and holds the NEBDN certificate in conscious sedationand thereby acts as the second appropriately trained person working with the dentist in line with the British Dental association patient safety guidelines Post holder requires knowledge of complex medical, physical and mental health problems,which has been gained through a minimum of 2 years experience Post holder will be required to monitor sedated patients during both treatment andrecovery, and needs to recognise and assist with medical emergencies. Post holder will discharge patients with the dentists agreement, and be responsible forgiving relevant post operative instructions and care To assist all operators in all chair side assisting. To support and care for patients duringprocedures using conscious sedation. Follows all sedation related local policies and SOPs, including the correct preparation ofequipment and attends local drawing up drugs training with sedation lead. Records clinical observations on patients sedation record Carries out performance checks and daily maintenance on specialist equipment i.e. PulseOximeter, Oxygen cylinders, Scavenger unit and Relative analgesia machine to sure the equipment is ready for use and if faulty to remove from use and report to the relevant technician. Prepares the surgery environment using knowledge and experience to select theappropriate equipment, materials and instruments, using specialist knowledge based on patients medical, physical and emotional needs. Works as part of a multi-disciplinary team in Freedom day case units assisting operator treating patients under general anaesthesia. Providing technical and clinical support for patients undergoing these procedures. Providing post operative care plans for these patients Triage of urgent care patients to assess the urgency of treatment and determine thecorrect booking and then book appointments including outlying clinics. Registered, as a Dental Nurse, with the GDC. Thorough knowledge of dental procedures gained through a minimum of 2 years post-qualification training and experience. Thorough knowledge of routine dental procedures and equipment gained through in-house training and experience including specialised areas such as general anaesthetics. Experienced in treating patients from diverse cultural backgrounds i.e. those who require interpretation services. Knowledge of Basic Life Support techniques and certificate of training and willingness to complete ILS training/certification and regular updates, provided by Livewell Southwest Trained in recognising medical emergencies and assists in dealing with them. Trained by PCDS / Livewell in all Mandatory Training topics, including Manual Handling, Breakaway, Health and Safety when required. Clinical work is carried out without direct supervision using initiative and knowledge of procedures gained through experience and training. The guidance of a dental operator or clinical manager is sought for non-routine clinical procedures. Administrative duties are carried out without direct supervision using knowledge of procedures and referring to a Manager for non-routine procedures. Holds the NEBDN certificate in conscious sedation Thorough knowledge of specialist dental procedures gained through a minimum of 2 years post qualification, training and experience Will be required to carry out additional duties and responsibilities. Communicates with patients within specialist groups on specialist dental topics. Judgement, reassurance and motivation, are necessary to ensure instructions are given to patients in a manner which they can understand. Please see full Job Description within the supporting information section.

The post holder will be clinically responsible for the provision of quality nursing for the Discharge to Assess (DTA) Team who are referred from the acute general hospital setting. Those referred may experience a wide variety of health conditions and social care situations. To work as a member of a Multi-professional Team, delivering assessments and intermediate care ensuring high standards of clinical practice are set, monitored and reviewed. As a worker in DTA you will use broad ranging generic skills and capabilities while maintaining quality and standards in Profession-Specific skills. The team comprises Health and Social Care staff, registered and non-registered professionals, working towards integrating their approach in early supportive discharge situations and complex hospital discharges. The post holder works as assessor, responder and reviewer and provides comprehensive assessment and intervention planning, aiming to enable and empower people to remain in their own homes, or be cared for as close to home aspossible, while continuing their recovery. You will liaise with planned resources bothinternal and external to the organisation and you will work in partnership to offer optimum opportunity for people to meet their desired outcomes. As an experienced Nurse you will use your broad ranging skills and capabilities, undertaking an active role in assessing, planning, coordinating, delivering, developing and evaluating care to patients referred to DTA. You will supervise and manage performance of any staff line managed by this post and provide leadership for support staff through supervision and appraisal. You will maintain electronic record keeping and you will have opportunities for mobile working. You will be able to demonstrate a high level of communication skills in terms of use of verbal, electronic and written formats. You will be required to engage with patients who can be challenging and /or acutely distressed. Post holders will be expected to participate in the shift patterns over a 7 day period including weekends and bank holiday. Professional /Clinical Responsibilities The Post-holder will: Work autonomously and unsupervised in the community setting, recognising the risks associated with lone working, e.g. aggressive behaviour, and work proactively to reduce those risks. To provide holistic evidence based/ best practice care to patients in accordance with National and organisation approved policies/procedures and individual care plans, examples include hospital passport, Continuing Health Care decision support tools and fast tracks. To be responsible for the assessing, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care on a day-to-day basis, as part of a multi professional team. The work may be unpredictable and complex and often of a sensitive nature. To problem solve and liaise as soon as possible to the relevant clinician problems that may arise. To be involved in discussions around referrals and discharge planning. To undertake comprehensive risk assessments of all situations associated with the care of Patient's in order to ensure the safety of patients' carers and team members. This might include the assessment and provision of equipment ensuring it is used safely. Assess and prescribe community equipment within clinical competency, with awareness of budget requirements. The post holder is required to comply with all 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 individual's responsibility to escalate to Director of Operations/ Chief executive office) To monitor and maintain the health, safety and security of self and others. To be conversant with the vulnerable adult and child protection procedures and policies of the organisation. To be responsible for organising own time management on a daily basis in line with caseload demands balancing patient needs with the administrative aspect of the role. And escalating concerns appropriately. To work within challenging and unpredictable environments e.g. patients' homes, which may have constraints and require adaptability To act as a clinical advisor on health care issues within their area of expertise and act as a Link Nurse. To provide education and continuing support to patients, family and carers. To identify areas of improvement of practice and communicate to the multi disciplinary team. To be involved with health promotion activities as required by the organisation. To be aware of organisational, professional and national developments and work within these guidelines e.g. NSF/ NICE/ NMC. To initiate and participate in Clinical Supervision, maintain professional portfolio, participate in mandatory and role specific training. To be involved in audit and research. To be aware of and abide by the organisations approved Policies, Patient Group Directives, Standards and Quality Assurance Initiatives. To be involved in all aspects of clinical governance including audits and effective and safe use of resources and equipment. Communication To report and record of all incidents and near misses relating to health, safety, security, fire, physical violence, aggression and verbal abuse. To develop and maintain effective and appropriate communication networks with other members of the wider health and social care community and other agencies. To effectively communicate with patients, their relatives and carers, including sensitive and accurate information about their condition. To provide and receive complex, sensitive and confidential information and overcome potential barriers to communication, such as language, disability as well as dealing with concordance and barriers from patients to the prescribed treatment. To be able to communicate the role and eligibility criteria of the service. To maintain accurate and up to date patient records and inform other professionals about changes in patients' condition. To act as a patient advocate as required ensuring individual needs, preferences and choices are delivered by theservice. If the post holder is supplied with a mobile phone and a lone worker device they are for work purposes and are expected to abide by policy. Management & Leadership: To share knowledge and information to promote a cohesive team. To be responsible in the absence of a senior clinician to delegate care to appropriately skilled staff and ensure that they are supported. To act as a role model for all staff and students demonstrating clinical skills and high standards of practice and professional conduct. To participate in the recruitment and selection of new staff. To participate in team activities so as to develop and consolidate a cohesive and supportive team ensuring openness within the team. To contribute to national and local policy development. To utilise resources economically and effectively and promote cost consciousness throughout the service. In collaboration with the budget holder may be an authorised signatory for ordering stores, equipment and stationary. To complete and submit in a timely manner all necessary forms, documentation, including IT data and forward as required by the manager/organisation. The post holder will be required to use a computer, being responsible for timely recording patient activities for IT data collection, dealing with e-mail queries, stock and equipment ordering. To preserve confidentiality and be aware of the Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records and Consent for Treatment. To have a flexible approach to the working day in order to meet the needs of the patient/service. To report to the line manager any untoward incidents e.g. complaints, accidents, defective equipment and take appropriate action to ensure safety of patients, relatives, self and colleagues. To be aware of pressures facing your work colleagues and offer support and ensure they are aware of organisation support services available to them. Education & Training: To maintain own professional expertise by attending meetings, study days and in-service training and learn new specialist skills required for service development. To attend and participate in working groups and research projects as required. To participate in Reflective Practice, Clinical Supervision and Appraisals as per organisation policies. Assess, teach, support, and supervise colleagues including pre and post registration nursing students and medical students. In the absence of the team manager take responsibility for the management of the team and patient care provided by the team to agreed local and national standards. Assist the manager in the appraisal of the team's effectiveness and its resources. Support the team manager in the supervision, monitoring and appraisal of the performance of registered and non-registered staff within the team. Professional: Works within the NMC Code. Remains updated and competent and ensures that clinical practice is evidence-based. Have an up to date personal development plan and professional portfolio. To participate in an annual appraisal of their work in line with the Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) where the job description will be reviewed and objectives set. In line with the annual development plan the post holder will be expected to undertake any training or development required to fulfil their role. Work within policies and procedures within Livewell South-West