Total 22 Junior Executive level Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in Blackburn, BB2 3HH

We are looking to recruit Health Care Assistants on our Acute Medical Unit

We admit patients medically unwell patients direct from GP's, the Emergency Department and clinics. The patients are seen, assessed and treated, then transferred or discharged home.

This is an opportunity to become part of a dynamic team in a fast paced environment with a high turnover of patients that is committed to delivering quality care to all patients.

We work with a multi-disciplinary team, to ensure that patient care is of the highest standard.

We are looking for candidates with good interpersonal, communication and organisational. Previous care experience is also desirable ideally gained in a healthcare environment. In house training will be provided. It is essential that the successful applicant is committed to professional development and has the ability to work as part of a team and independently using their own initiative.

The type of candidate we are looking for needs to be dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic and be committed to providing care to an excellent standard, open to change in order that we continually improve.

Patients are the most important part of our work and caring for them to a high standard in a caring and safe environment is paramount.

Working alongside a trained nurse to deliver safe, personal and effective care is the main responsibility but an enthusiasm to develop yourself within the role is desirable. Further knowledge of basic life support, physiological measurement recording, safer handling and equality and diversity are all areas in which training can be provided for the successful candidate. There will also be an opportunity to further develop your knowledge with learning skills like venepuncture and cannulation.

The role will involve assisting the patients with their daily activities of living, washing, dressing, nutrition, hygiene, etc to maintain an excellent standard of patient care.

At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom have won awards for their work.

Main duties:

1 Assist with the admission and discharge of patients - appropriate duties may include listing of clothing and assistance with dressing and undressing.

2 Assist with making occupied beds and strip and clean unoccupied beds, according to infection prevention policies.

3 Help patients to prepare for meals and assist in the service of meals. Serve refreshments and simple diets, where appropriate.

4 Help with the feeding of patients where appropriate.

5 Assist with bathing in bed and in the bathroom, with turning and moving of patients, including the use of mechanical aids and bed appliances.

6 If required, help patients with personal hygiene, including care of hair, teeth and nails under supervision, assist with oral hygiene of conscious patients.

7 Assist HCAs and above, with the undertaking of ‘last offices’

8 Assist in the care of pressure areas and the care of the incontinent patient.

9 Participate in the rehabilitation of patients in hospital e.g., dressing, undressing, taking to the toilet and using commodes.

10 Participate in giving and/or removing toilet equipment.

11 Care of sanitary equipment, including decontamination of baths, bins and commodes after use and the decontamination of beds, lockers and other ward equipment according to hospital policy.

12 Prepare, clean and tidy clinical rooms, clean nursing equipment and cupboards, excluding cupboards for storing controlled medicines.

13 Answer telephone, take, record and transmit messages to qualified staff.

14 Assist with keeping of routine records, e.g., weight charts and fluid balance charts.

15 Assist with movement of patients to other wards, clinics, departments or hospitals and undertake chaperon and escort duties.

16 Help patients with the care of their personal belongings.

17 Report to the person in charge, all observations made of the patient.

18 Carry out basic administrative tasks in the absence of the ward clerk, e.g., filing, ordering, checking stock levels.

19 Assist with the collection of specimens. Test urine and weigh patients as requested,

20 Liaise with other wards and departments, delivery and collecting items as required including the collection of blood for transfusion.

21 Removal of spillages of types in accordance with the Infection Control Policy.

22 Disposal of all waste including non-clinical waste bags, clinical waste and sharps.

23 Care of patients’ flowers.

24 Replenishing of all disposable items.

25 Upon receipt of ward provisions, ensure they are stored and correctly rotate according to date, i.e. milk, medical and surgical supplies.

Communication

1 Establish and maintain relationships with patients/clients, relatives, friends and staff, and participate in supporting patients.

2 Attend ward/department meetings as required, to ensure an awareness of developments within the work area.

3 Maintain an effective communication network; both verbal, written and electronic, keep registered practitioners informed.

4 Assist in maintaining, recording and storing information, including patient records, in line with Trust policy.

5 Meet and welcome patients/ relatives and other visitors and familiarise them with the environment.

6 Maintain good relationships with team members, and visitors to the ward/department.

Provide assistance when necessary.

7 Operate and input basic information to computerised systems within the unit.

8 Help maintain materials, equipment and stock, reporting problems and defects to professional staff.Training and Development.

1 Participate in Personal Develop Review. In discussion with line manager, develop an annual Personal Development Plan, to identify Training and Development needs, in line with personal and organisational objectives and linked to the Knowledge and Skills Framework

2 All employees have a duty to attend annual mandatory training sessions as required by the Trust.

3 Sustain and improve own development by using opportunities provided by the Trust.

4 Assist with Local Induction programmes for newly appointed staff.

5 Assist in training new staff in the care and maintenance of equipment






This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Nov 2024

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health Care Assistant to work within the East Lancashire District Nursing Team.

The role involves working autonomously with the support of the wider team to deliver planned care, and successful candidates will be able to demonstrate good problem-solving skills, adaptability and resilience at interview. Training and development support will be provided with a dedicated mentor and competency framework in place to ensure that the post holder is secure and confident in their role.

Ability to work contracted hours rotationally across day and night shifts, as reasonably required by the needs of the service. This a 7-day service, including weekends and Bank Holidays

Please note that the base, hours and work pattern of this post will be discussed with the successful applicant, and appropriate arrangements made.

We promote flexible working opportunities to help meet work life balance.

The Health Care Assistant will work as a member of the District Nurse Service and assist the qualified nursing staff in the delivery of health care to patients within a variety of settings. The post holder will be expected to be involved with phlebotomy.

Main duties-
• Continue to develop and undertake a range of delegated tasks and will report to a registered practitioner.
• Provide assistance within unscheduled care services and contribute to the delivery and evaluation of care and interventions.
• interventions Carry out allcompetently and to a high standard as delegated by the registered practitioners in line with own scope of practice.
• Take responsibility for maintaining and developing own clinical competence within the workplace.

Full UK driving license with access to a vehicle is essential

Established in 2003, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) is a large integrated health care organisation providing high quality acute and community healthcare for the people of East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen.

The organisation puts safety and quality at the heart of everything we do, invests in and develops its workforce, works with key stakeholders to develop effective partnerships and encourages innovation and pathway reform to deliver best practice.

We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work and achievements.

The District Nursing Service provides a supportive environment and provides staff with many professional development opportunities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also find out more information by visiting our Trust websitewww.elht.nhs.ukand by watching the videos within the below link;

https://elht.nhs.uk/services/district-nurses


This advert closes on Tuesday 19 Nov 2024

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (KS1)
Location: Various Primary Schools in Blackburn

Job Description:
We are seeking a Bank SEN Teaching Assistant to work across various primary schools in the areas of Blackburn and Accrington. This role will be supporting various schools with their special educational needs (SEN) and working closely with the teachers of these schools to create an inclusive environment.

Requirements:
- Experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally in a SEN setting
- Relevant qualification in supporting teaching and learning (or equivalent)
- Solid understanding of SEN and the ability to support diverse learning needs
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

Benefits:
- Flexibility, you can work as many days as you'd like. This can suit someone who can pick up short notice work.
- Competitive rates of pay up to £17.71p/h
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Supportive and welcoming school

Safeguarding & Application Requirements:
All applicants are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) following our safeguarding policy.

Your CV should cover the last 10 years of employment, including explanations for any employment breaks. You must have the legal right to work in the UK and be willing to attend a registration interview.

About Us:
Veritas Education works with a variety of schools across a wide geographical area, providing teaching placements at the primary, secondary, and college levels, as well as support staff positions.

Apply today to join a committed team dedicated to making a difference in students' lives!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

We are looking to recruit a keen and enthusiastic Band 3 Health Care Assistant to join our dynamic team on B18 Digestive disease unit at the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital.

We are 26 bedded fast-paced unit specialising in complex digestive disease and general medical conditions. We work very closely with our sister ward C4 providing seamless care for our patients and their families. We always promote to act in a manner that upholds the Trust values working as part of the ward team to ensure that patients and relatives receive Safe, Personal & Effective care.

Responsible for providing a range of personalised care for patients under the guidance and supervision of a registered nurse including assisting patients with personal hygiene, toileting, use of continence aids, catheter care, measuring patient output, support patients nutritional and hydration needs, moving and handling, use of mobility appliances, correct patient positioning, ensuring patient safety, taking specimens, and observing patients for changes in condition.

To support the productive operation of the unit environment by undertaking a range of clinical and non - clinical activities and roles. Which contribute to the maintenance of a safe and clean environment.

At East Lancashire Hospital NHS trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal, and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work.

Working alongside a trained nurse to deliver safe personal and effective care is the main responsibility but an enthusiasm to develop yourself within the role is desirable. Further knowledge of basic life support, physiological measurement recording, safer handling and equality and diversity are all areas in which experience is preferable, but training can be provided for the successful candidate. There will also be an opportunity to further develop your knowledge with learning skills like venepuncture and cannulation.

patient are the most important part of our work and caring for them to a high standard in a caring and safe environment is paramount. If you feel this could be you then please apply. This is a rotational post involving working days, nights, and weekends.


This advert closes on Tuesday 29 Oct 2024

As a Catering Assistant with East Lancashire Hospitals Trust, you will be at the heart of our Service ensuring the provision of high-quality catering giving you a great opportunity to really make a difference.

Hours are 37.5 full time hours a week, working on a flexible roster between 6am to 8pm, to include weekends (All weekends and Bank Holidays receive enhancedpayments)

We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a minimum number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role.

MAIN DUTIES

The cleaning of premises and equipment to correct standards of cleanliness and frequencies laid down in the cleaning schedules and departmental hygiene policies

Operating and cleaning automatic industrial dishwashers

Preparation and cooking of simple food items i.e. salads, sandwiches, breakfasts, preparing buffets for functions and simple diet preparation in accordance with department standardised recipes.

Plating and service of meals and beverages to patients and staff

Temperature probing of meals and the recording of temperatures in accordance with department policies

The issuing of certain food items to the wards with the subsequent correct storage, rotation and maintenance of min/max stock levels

As directed fill, clean and look after any ward beverage trolleys. Fridges and Restaurant vending machines

Handle cash, check floats and secure takings in accordance with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions

Completion of any appropriate documentation as directed.

Frequent safer handling of heavy pieces of equipment of food items within the catering department may be necessary

Preparation of cutlery and other items in readiness for patient meal service

Duties will include lifting, carrying, bending twisting, pushing and pulling.

To complete training and utilize skills in all aspects of the job role as directed





At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work.

The Trust is committed to creating a well managed, flexible working environment that supports staff and promotes their welfare and development. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity; we value the contribution of individual talent, skills, knowledge and experience and aim for a workforce demography representative of the local community. We operate Zero Tolerance to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment. We will make reasonable adjustments to ensure our recruitment and selection process is accessible to all. Flexible Working applications will be considered. The Trust operates a No Smoking Policy.



Please note, although this role is being advertised by East Lancashire Hospitals Trust, it will transfer to OneLSC a Corporate Collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals Trust on 1.11.24. There are no plans to change the location of the role.
• The cleaning of premises and equipment to correct standards of cleanliness and frequencies laid down in the cleaning schedules and departmental hygiene policiy
• Operating and cleaning automatic industrial dishwashers
• Preparation and cooking of simple food items i.e. salads, sandwiches, breakfasts, preparing buffets for functions and simple diet preparation in accordance with department standardised recipes.
• Plating and service of meals and beverages to patients and staff
• Temperature probing of meals and the recording of temperatures in accordance with department policies
• The issuing of certain food items to the wards with the subsequent correct storage, rotation and maintenance of min/max stock levels
• As directed fill, clean and look after any ward beverage trolleys. Fridges and Restaurant vending machines
• Handle cash, check floats and secure takings in accordance with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions
• Completion of any appropriate documentation as directed.
• Frequent safer handling of heavy pieces of equipment of food items within the catering department may be necessary
• Preparation of cutlery and other items in readiness for patient meal service
• Duties will include lifting, carrying, bending twisting, pushing and pulling.
• Collection of patient information, menus, dietary requirements using both paper and electronic methods
• To complete training and utilize skills in all aspects of the job role as directed


This advert closes on Thursday 17 Oct 2024

1.0 WTE Perinatal Service Assistant Psychologist (Band 4)

Permanent

Pennine Specialist Perinatal Community Mental Health Team



Please note that due to travel demands, this post meets criteria for essential car user

Would you like to join a compassionate, friendly and supportive team, where you can make a significant different to the lives of women/birthing people, their infants and families? We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join our Pennine Specialist Perinatal Community Mental Health Team. This post requires travel throughout the Pennine area.



You will join other psychological staff who are all based in the team and you will be supervised by a senior clinical psychologist. You will contribute to the psychological care of service users under the care of the perinatal service. Tasks will include carrying out psychological assessment and interventions (individual and group) under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist, assisting in clinically related administration, conducting audits and collection of statistics related to departmental research projects, training and project work. The post will require liaison and joint working with multidisciplinary colleagues and agencies. The role is busy, varied and interesting.

You will receive professional and clinical supervision from senior clinical psychology colleagues, and there is lots of peer support and development and training opportunities.



Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.

For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT







Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role


This advert closes on Monday 23 Sep 2024

A Radiography Assistant Practitioners main role is to support Radiographers & Radiologists by performing an agreed range of examinations. They support service delivery, bridging the gap between the role of a Clinical Support Worker/Radiology Assistant and a Radiographer and will help us to provide a workforce for the future.

The TraineeRadiography Assistant Practitioner is a 2 year programme and you will be paid Band 3 for the duration of this training. It is a Radiography support role that will bridge the gap between the role of a Clinical Support Worker/Radiology Assistant and a Radiographer and will help us to provide a workforce for the future.

The successful applicants will start their training in March 2025 and will attend University of Cumbria one day per week (7.5 hours).

Candidates must display the professional standards expected of this role and show the commitment required to balance work, study and home life.

Main duties of the job

To support Radiographers and Radiologists working in Interventional, X-Ray and Fluoroscopy, by performing an agreed range of examinations toa very highstandard of technique and patient care, while adhering to local and national protocols and procedures.  

Maintaining a high standard of patient care, while adhering to local and national protocols and procedures.

This post is with East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and the post holder is expected to work at the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital, Burnley General Teaching Hospital and any of the other satellite hospitals within the Trust.

The post holder must have a flexible approach to the working week and be able to work between 8am and 8pm on any day of the 7 day week.

The applicant must understand they enter into a contract agreement for learning when they book onto the course of study and therefore commitment to complete is expected.

The applicant must understand that they may have to pay for any course fees incurred if they withdraw, fail to attend or complete a programme of study.


We employ 8,000 staff, some of whom are award winning and internationally renowned for their work and achievements. We treat over 700,000 patients a year from the most serious of emergencies to planned operations and procedures. Our high quality healthcare services are offered across five hospital sites and various community sites.

At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust we are currently undergoing exciting changes transitioning from CR to DR technology and have a clear vision to be the leading provider of imaging services across East Lancashire, delivering the highest standards and providing safe, personal and effective care to all our patients.

Our staff are friendly, supportive and dedicated professionals who will make you feel very welcome. Our service is committed to encouraging staff to widen their scope of practice, with continuous professional development actively encouraged and supported by expert clinical leads.

MAIN DUTIES


GENERAL/CLINICAL

• To support the radiographic staff to deliver an efficient radiography service. 

• If not qualified already to attend a2 yearFoundation Degree at University to gain Assistant Practitioner qualification. 

• To carry out a wide range of agreed radiographic techniques with supervision from Radiographers and Radiologists. 


• Adhere to departmental protocols and procedures including Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 and Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017 

• To ensure x-ray requests are justified by a Radiographer or Radiologist prior to any examination taking place. 

• To ensure all images are checked by a Radiographer or Radiologist prior to the patient being discharged. 

• Maintain a high standard of patient care at all times 

• Ensurea high levelof environmental quality is achieved bymaintainingcleanliness 

• To undertake a range of duties as agreed with the Department Manager/Clinical Leads and Interventional, X-Ray and Fluoroscopy Manager.  

• Ensure safe moving and positioning of patients including the use of mechanical aids and bed appliances 

• Assistpatients with all aspects of personal hygiene 

• Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations 

• Maintain a confidential and professional approach when dealing with patients, relatives/carersand other health professionals 

• To communicate effectively with radiographers, radiologists, ancillarystaff  andall medical and nursing teams 

• Maintainhigh standardsof cleanliness of equipment and accessories and keep examination rooms clean,tidyand supplied with disposable items. 

• Undertake such clerical duties as necessary, including input of data onto the Radiology Information System (RIS).  

• Participate in the training of work placement students, peers,apprenticesandothersas necessary. 

• To undertake duties from Monday to Sunday, with compensatory time off in the week for weekend work. Must be available between 8am and 8pm, asdeterminedby the service 

• Participate as necessary in Quality Assurance and Clinical Audit programmes. 

• Maintain and update knowledge and awareness as and whenrequired. 

• Participate in Continuing Professional Development. 

• Ensure patient data is recorded accurately onappropriate databases 

• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in all areas at all timeswhilstcomplying withinfection control policies 


• Assistwith administration duties whenrequired 

• Ensure all areas are adequately stocked with linen and medical supplies, liaising with theappropriate staffmembersregardingstock control 

• Adopt a flexible approach to periods of work to meet the needs of the service 


    Any other duties: 


Post holders are expected to work flexibly within their pay band. They should be expected to carry out activities for which they are competent.Alternativelythey may carry out theadditionalduties if they are receiving support or trainingin order toobtain the recognised level of competence. 


COMMUNICATION

• To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide the highest standards of patient care  

• Ensure the examination is acceptable to patients by communicating effectively anddemonstratingsensitivity and consideration, ensuring that individuals are well prepared for the examinations they undergo, whilst gaining their willing co-operation.  

• Provide the highest level of care and support to all users of the service, including relatives and carers 


TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT 

• Undertakeappropriate, documented Continuing ProfessionalDevelopmentandmaintainaccreditation with the Society of Radiographers 

• Participate in mandatory and other relevant Trust training 

• Participate in role extension, and attending courses, conferences or meetings asdeemednecessary 


• Undertake regular appraisals with the relevant senior member of staff 

• Participate  in  clinicalupdate  trainingsessionsas  arrangedby  thedepartment 

• Maintain an awareness of current issues, views,researchand policy changes inall  professionaland relevant health associated issues   


ORGANISATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Participate in the multidisciplinary collective aim of the department to continually improve the level of the service in line with departmental quality objectives 

• Toparticipatein service data collection, audit,analysisand research whenrequired 

• Ensure patient data is recorded accurately onappropriate databases 

• Maintain an efficient workflow in all areas of the service at all times 

• Support the introduction of new techniques and systems to the department 


PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Ensure accreditation with the Society of Radiographers ismaintained. 




This advert closes on Thursday 19 Sep 2024

We are looking to recruit Health Care Assistants on C11

We admit medically unwell patients direct from Acute Medical Units, the Emergency Department and other Ward areas. The patients are seen, assessed and treated, then discharged.

This is an opportunity to become part of a dynamic team in an area that is committed to delivering quality care to all patients.

We work with a multi-disciplinary team, to ensure that patient care is of the highest standard.

We are looking for candidates with good interpersonal, communication and organisational. Previous care experience is also desirable ideally gained in a healthcare environment. In house training will be provided. It is essential that the successful applicant is committed to professional development and has the ability to work as part of a team and independently using their own initiative.

The type of candidate we are looking for needs to be dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic and be committed to providing care to an excellent standard, open to change in order that we continually improve.

Patients are the most important part of our work and caring for them to a high standard in a caring and safe environment is paramount.

Working alongside a trained nurse to deliver safe, personal and effective care is the main responsibility but an enthusiasm to develop yourself within the role is desirable. Further knowledge of basic life support, physiological measurement recording, safer handling and equality and diversity are all areas in which training can be provided for the successful candidate. There will also be an opportunity to further develop your knowledge with learning skills like venepuncture and cannulation.

The role will involve assisting the patients with their daily activities of living, washing, dressing, nutrition, hygiene, etc to maintain an excellent standard of patient care.

At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom have won awards for their work.

Main duties:

1 Assist with the admission and discharge of patients - appropriate duties may include listing of clothing and assistance with dressing and undressing.

2 Assist with making occupied beds and strip and clean unoccupied beds, according to infection prevention policies.

3 Help patients to prepare for meals and assist in the service of meals. Serve refreshments and simple diets, where appropriate.

4 Help with the feeding of patients where appropriate.

5 Assist with bathing in bed and in the bathroom, with turning and moving of patients, including the use of mechanical aids and bed appliances.

6 If required, help patients with personal hygiene, including care of hair, teeth and nails under supervision, assist with oral hygiene of conscious patients.

7 Assist HCAs and above, with the undertaking of ‘last offices’

8 Assist in the care of pressure areas and the care of the incontinent patient.

9 Participate in the rehabilitation of patients in hospital e.g., dressing, undressing, taking to the toilet and using commodes.

10 Participate in giving and/or removing toilet equipment.

11 Care of sanitary equipment, including decontamination of baths, bins and commodes after use and the decontamination of beds, lockers and other ward equipment according to hospital policy.

12 Prepare, clean and tidy clinical rooms, clean nursing equipment and cupboards, excluding cupboards for storing controlled medicines.

13 Answer telephone, take, record and transmit messages to qualified staff.

14 Assist with keeping of routine records, e.g., weight charts and fluid balance charts.

15 Assist with movement of patients to other wards, clinics, departments or hospitals and undertake chaperon and escort duties.

16 Help patients with the care of their personal belongings.

17 Report to the person in charge, all observations made of the patient.

18 Carry out basic administrative tasks in the absence of the ward clerk, e.g., filing, ordering, checking stock levels.

19 Assist with the collection of specimens. Test urine and weigh patients as requested,

20 Liaise with other wards and departments, delivery and collecting items as required including the collection of blood for transfusion.

21 Removal of spillages of types in accordance with the Infection Control Policy.

22 Disposal of all waste including non-clinical waste bags, clinical waste and sharps.

23 Care of patients’ flowers.

24 Replenishing of all disposable items.

25 Upon receipt of ward provisions, ensure they are stored and correctly rotate according to date, i.e. milk, medical and surgical supplies.

Communication

1 Establish and maintain relationships with patients/clients, relatives, friends and staff, and participate in supporting patients.

2 Attend ward/department meetings as required, to ensure an awareness of developments within the work area.

3 Maintain an effective communication network; both verbal, written and electronic, keep registered practitioners informed.

4 Assist in maintaining, recording and storing information, including patient records, in line with Trust policy.

5 Meet and welcome patients/ relatives and other visitors and familiarise them with the environment.

6 Maintain good relationships with team members, and visitors to the ward/department.

Provide assistance when necessary.

7 Operate and input basic information to computerised systems within the unit.

8 Help maintain materials, equipment and stock, reporting problems and defects to professional staff.Training and Development.

1 Participate in Personal Develop Review. In discussion with line manager, develop an annual Personal Development Plan, to identify Training and Development needs, in line with personal and organisational objectives and linked to the Knowledge and Skills Framework

2 All employees have a duty to attend annual mandatory training sessions as required by the Trust.

3 Sustain and improve own development by using opportunities provided by the Trust.

4 Assist with Local Induction programmes for newly appointed staff.

5 Assist in training new staff in the care and maintenance of equipment


This advert closes on Thursday 19 Sep 2024

We are looking for band 6 nurses to join the team on the General Medical Ward B6. You will work alongside the Ward Manager and Practice Educators to develop a service, providing high quality care.

As a Junior Sister / Charge Nurse you will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team to ensure Safe, Personal and Effective care is delivered to all patients.

We require an enthusiastic individuals with a can do attitude that has the ability to work within our team.

Candidates must have the initiative to adapt to the changing demands of the service and be able to contribute to the development of service provision. They will need to be experienced in mentoring student nurses, holding a relevant mentorship and/or teaching qualification and be supportive of junior members of the team, and have relevant experience at Band 5 enabling them to be confident to lead the team in a shift co-ordinator role. Ability to cover the department and provide reasonable flexibility in terms of hours worked, including varying shift patterns across days and nights will be expected.

You should be motivated, keen to learn and ready to embrace change. Our commitment to you is to provide the environment for this to happen and ensure that you are part of our ongoing development programmes. If you are motivated to deliver high standards of care and have the personal qualities and characteristics as outlined in the personal specification then this could be the post for you.

At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom have won awards for their work.

To deliver SAFE, PERSONAL and EFFECTIVE patient care on a daily basis. You should be an expert in all areas of nursing care from patient’s admission to discharge, which facilitates clinical practice development. You will actively support the ward manager, ensuring the effective
running of the unit in their absence. You will provide daily clinical and managerial leadership to nursing and support staff in the delivery of evidence based patient centred care.

This will be of a high standard. You are responsible for ensuring all care is delivered according to Trust policies and procedures. Utilising clinical audit, research, supervision of practice and teaching, they will monitor and improve standards of care by efficient and effective use of resources.

The focus for the post holder will be in the following key areas:

· Support the provision of a clean environment

· Ensuring improvements in patient outcomes and the safety, effectiveness and experience of their care

· Assist in the developing of nurse leadership, improvement, and management of services within the escalation ward area in order to ensure the highest standards of patient care and service are delivered in the most efficient and effective way.

· Treating patients with dignity and respect

· Assist the ward manager in the provision of senior nurse leadership during both regular and unsocial hours

· Assist the ward manager in ensuring all quality improvement work is implemented and sustained.

· Ensure safe and effective discharge planning.

· Supporting the delivery of the Nursing Strategy at all times.

· Be a confident role model for the junior nursing team


This advert closes on Wednesday 28 Aug 2024

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to join our friendly support team in the Microbiology department at the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital. The duties will include receipt and handling of patient samples such as blood, urine, faeces, sputum, and tissues for routine testing and swabs for COVID testing.

Daily tasks include the sorting and processing of patient samples using manual and automated systems. Inputting patient and test data onto the laboratory computer system as well as answering telephone enquiries. The work requires the ability to perform a number of repetitive tasks to a high technical standard.



Full training will be provided but any previous laboratory experience will be an advantage.

The post is full time (37.5h/w) and a flexible working approach will be required. The successful candidates will be required to work regularly during evenings and will participate in the weekend and Bank Holiday rotas.

More detail about the role can be found in the attached job description which contains the main duties and responsibilities that the successful candidate will be expected to carry out.


This advert closes on Sunday 18 Aug 2024

A Vacancy at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust.


An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse Associate, or Assistant Practitioner, to work with the East Lancashire District Nursing Team.

The role involves working autonomously with the support of the wider team to deliver planned care, and successful candidates will be able to demonstrate good problem-solving skills, adaptability and resilience at interview. Training and development support will be provided with a dedicated mentor and competency framework in place to ensure that the post holder is secure and confident in their role.

Ability to work contracted hours rotationally across day and night shifts, as reasonably required by the needs of the service. This a 7-day service, including weekends and Bank Holidays

We promote flexible working opportunities to help meet work life balance.
• Delivery of high-quality clinical nursing care to housebound patients including end of life care, wound care, and support for patients with complex long-term conditions.
• Working with colleagues, patients, their families, and carers to provide holistic care.
• Reviewing planned care and escalating changes or concerns to the registered nursing staff promptly.
• Establishing and maintaining effective communication with all clinical staff, patients and families, and other professionals.
• Participating in developments and change to improve patient care.
• Undertaking personal professional development to support high quality care and individual career development.

The post holder must demonstrate professional standards of practice and personal qualities and behaviours as expected by the NMC Code and the Organisation's values and behavioural standards. The successful candidate will be passionate about high quality patient care, they will need to be able to problem solve and adapt to change, know when to seek support and guidance, and ensure the delivery of safe, personal, and effective care. We are looking for someone who is committed to delivering evidence based care, and has a strong desire to make their career in District Nursing.

Car driver with access to a vehicle is essential

Established in 2003, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) is a large integrated health care organisation providing high quality acute and community healthcare for the people of East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen.

The organisation puts safety and quality at the heart of everything we do, invests in and develops its workforce, works with key stakeholders to develop effective partnerships and encourages innovation and pathway reform to deliver best practice.

We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work and achievements.

The District Nursing Service provides a supportive environment and provides staff with many professional development opportunities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also find out more information by visiting our Trust websitewww.elht.nhs.ukand by watching the videos within the below link;

https://elht.nhs.uk/services/district-nurses


This advert closes on Tuesday 6 Aug 2024

At the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital, our Patient Services Assistants (PSAs) support every in-patient during their stay with the Trust. You will work as part of a zone team, providing a general cleaning service, transferring patients around the hospital and ensuring specialist cleaning activity is delivered in a timely manner to meet the very high standards expected in this environment.

You will see patients through their whole hospital journey, so this can be a very challenging yet extremely rewarding experience, and your contribution will make a real difference to thousands of patients every year, whether you work around our medical, surgical or emergency areas of specialty.

We expect high levels of performance and attendance from everyone joining us and if you are looking for full-time, part-time, weekend or night shifts our team work 24/7, so we can offer the flexibility to move between these to best suit your changing personal circumstances.

Shifts available:

Monday to Friday 8am-4pm

Monday to Friday 9am-5pm

Monday to Friday 12-8pm

Monday to Friday 10am-6pm

Effective communication in written and spoken English is essential for all members of our team, and you must be confident using computers, phones, radios and dealing with people in person, while using your training to provide the right service for the right patient at the right time.

A good standard of physical fitness is required in this role, as it involves climbing ladders, cleaning underneath beds and moving machinery and patients around the hospital. It can be uncomfortable working in this environment and you will wear Personal Protective Equipment all day to protect yourself, your colleagues and patients.

Our services cover every area of the hospital, so you could find yourself working around offices, wards, clinics or corridors. An essential part of this role is to support the dignified transfer of the deceased to the mortuary. There may also be occasions where you are required to work on one of our other sites to provide cover at times of pressure or increased demand.

The Patient Services model of working is unique to ELHT, bringing together the traditional roles of the Domestic and Porter to better support effective patient flow, improve communication and provide a flexible workforce to meet the needs of an ever developing hospital and health service.

As the largest single team in the Trust, we celebrate and promote diversity, actively support flexible working opportunities and look after our family – whether they stay with us for five, ten or fifty years. With some of the best work-related benefits available in East Lancashire, including low cost parking, gym memberships, union memberships and wellness campaigns all year round, ELHT offers an attractive package for every team member.

Key skills and behaviours
• Customer focused – demonstrate and promote high standards of safe, personal and effective customer service to patients, relatives and staff
• Professional – in matters of confidentiality, security, integrity, honesty, performance, attendance and appearance
• Flexibility - able to cover in the department and provide reasonable flexibility in terms of hours worked, to support a 24/7 service which will include working unsociable hours and bank holidays etc
• Takes pride in their work - consider, suggest and be open to alternative ways of working to make continuous improvements in our service.
• Emotionally resilient and sensitive – when dealing with distressed relatives and the deceased
• Attention to detail – checking documents and patients to ensure they are in the right place at the right time.
• Be able to operate electrical machinery and to observe and comply with legislation and Trust Regulations i.e. Health & Safety.
• Able to understand and comply with detailed procedures, understand signs and instructions and retain the information



Typical duties involve
• Undertaking general cleaning duties – including wards, clinics, toilets, offices and public areas within your zone.
• Moving patients around the hospital safely using a wheelchair, bed or trolley as required.
• Undertaking deep cleans in your area which may include

Clearing up and removing bodily spillages, urine, vomit, faeces and so on

The safe movement and decontamination of beds and other furniture

Cleaning at high and low levels eg removal and replacement of curtains, using ladders where necessary

Buffing, scrubbing and redressing of floors as well as carpet cleaning using appropriate machinery involving under bed cleaning.

Movement of deceased patients in an appropriate and sensitive manner.


This advert closes on Wednesday 31 Jul 2024

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Clinical Fellow (FY2-CT1) to work as part of the General Surgical team at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, based at the Royal Blackburn Hospital site. This post is fixed term for 24 months starting in August 2024.

The post holder will assist in providing a clinical service in elective and emergency General Surgery to the population of East Lancashire and the adjoining areas.

The post holder will be expected to provide a patient centred service, respecting the privacy, dignity and choice of individual patients.

These posts are ideal for candidates who have completed Foundation training or equivalent and are seeking further surgical training, working closely with the STs/Senior Clinical Fellows and under the supervision of the Consultants.

The roles include out of hours work on the on call rota which is a full shift system. It covers General Surgery emergencies but there is also some cross-cover with Vascular, Urology and ENT at Junior Clinical Fellow level as part of the Surgical Out of Hours Service (SOS).

The roles are primarily ward based however include the opportunity to assist in theatres along with general and specialist out-patient clinics.

Established in 2003 East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) is a large integrated health care organisation providing high quality acute secondary healthcare for the people of East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen.

Our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 700,000 patients a year from the most serious of emergencies to planned operations and procedures. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work and achievements.

We are a progressive, dynamic department of 19 Consultants, 1 Associate Specialist, 9 Specialist Registrars, 3 Specialty Doctors, 5 Senior Clinical Fellows, 2 CT’s, 3 FY2s and 6 FY1s. We are also supported by a team of Advanced Clinical Practitioners and Specialist Nurses.

1. Deliver high quality care with the help of the existing surgical team.

2. Share in administrative duties allocated by mutual agreement within the Directorate.

3. Participate in the weekly on-call system of care under the EWTD guidelines.

4. Observe and comply with clinical and non-clinical policies and procedures (including local and national employment and personnel policies) agreed with employees and management.

5. Closely involved in clinical audit and other clinical governance issues.

6. Undertake research in the department.

7. Provide support for junior colleagues in the department including FY1s and Medical Students


This advert closes on Saturday 6 Jul 2024

As a Catering Assistant with East Lancashire Hospitals Trust, you will be at the heart of our Service ensuring the provision of high-quality catering giving you a great opportunity to really make a difference.

Hours are 37.5 full time hours a week, working on a rota, to include weekends (All weekends and Bank Holidays receiveenhancedpayments)

We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a minimum number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role.

MAIN DUTIES

The cleaning of premises and equipment to correct standards of cleanliness and frequencies laid down in the cleaning schedules and departmental hygiene policies

Operating and cleaning automatic industrial dishwashers

Preparation and cooking of simple food items i.e. salads, sandwiches, breakfasts, preparing buffets for functions and simple diet preparation in accordance with department standardised recipes.

Plating and service of meals and beverages to patients and staff

Temperature probing of meals and the recording of temperatures in accordance with department policies

The issuing of certain food items to the wards with the subsequent correct storage, rotation and maintenance of min/max stock levels

As directed fill, clean and look after any ward beverage trolleys. Fridges and Restaurant vending machines

Handle cash, check floats and secure takings in accordance with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions

Completion of any appropriate documentation as directed.

Frequent safer handling of heavy pieces of equipment of food items within the catering department may be necessary

Preparation of cutlery and other items in readiness for patient meal service

Duties will include lifting, carrying, bending twisting, pushing and pulling.

To complete training and utilize skills in all aspects of the job role as directed





At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work.

The Trust is committed to creating a well managed, flexible working environment that supports staff and promotes their welfare and development. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity; we value the contribution of individual talent, skills, knowledge and experience and aim for a workforce demography representative of the local community. We operate Zero Tolerance to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment. We will make reasonable adjustments to ensure our recruitment and selection process is accessible to all. Flexible Working applications will be considered. The Trust operates a No Smoking Policy.
• The cleaning of premises and equipment to correct standards of cleanliness and frequencies laid down in the cleaning schedules and departmental hygiene policiy
• Operating and cleaning automatic industrial dishwashers
• Preparation and cooking of simple food items i.e. salads, sandwiches, breakfasts, preparing buffets for functions and simple diet preparation in accordance with department standardised recipes.
• Plating and service of meals and beverages to patients and staff
• Temperature probing of meals and the recording of temperatures in accordance with department policies
• The issuing of certain food items to the wards with the subsequent correct storage, rotation and maintenance of min/max stock levels
• As directed fill, clean and look after any ward beverage trolleys. Fridges and Restaurant vending machines
• Handle cash, check floats and secure takings in accordance with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions
• Completion of any appropriate documentation as directed.
• Frequent safer handling of heavy pieces of equipment of food items within the catering department may be necessary
• Preparation of cutlery and other items in readiness for patient meal service
• Duties will include lifting, carrying, bending twisting, pushing and pulling.
• Collection of patient information, menus, dietary requirements using both paper and electronic methods
• To complete training and utilize skills in all aspects of the job role as directed


This advert closes on Wednesday 3 Jul 2024

Pennine Lancashire is seeking a Health Care Support Worker/ Health Care Assistant to join all our wards and the 136 team at our Pendleview and Hillview unit, Royal Blackburn Hospital.

This is an exciting opportunity and the successful candidate will be part of an evolving service that has the needs of our service users at its heart.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic to come and join a forward thinking, dynamic and constantly developing team.

For further information please contact us using the details provided.

Whilst working on the Mental Health Unit you will be required to:-

Work as an Integrated member of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT), working within a rotational shift system to support patients according to their care needs, some of whom may present with problematic or challenging behaviour.

Contribute to, and participate in the on- going support of patients and their carers. Contribute to the protection of patients, from abuse.

Contribute to the health, safety and security of patients and their environment. Obtain, transmit and store information relating to the delivery of a care service.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.

For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT

Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.


This advert closes on Tuesday 2 Jul 2024