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Pharmacy Manager Nuffield Health Oxford, The Manor Hospital | Pharmacy | Permanent Contract | Full Time Up to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience * * We are happy to accommodate applications from outside Oxford and can offer a generous relocation package 37.5 hours per week At Nuffield Health the UKs largest healthcare charity, everything we give our patients, members and customers would not be possible without you. Your passion, your warmth, your drive to make a difference. Whether it's driving connected health, helping the nation, transforming experiences, or building the career you want - we give you the support to do it all. Join our journey. It starts with you. Our Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Pharmacy Manager to join the team. Duties will include ensuring adherence to medicines optimisation policies and procedures, providing oversight of pharmaceutical stock procurement, as well as other associated pharmaceutical duties and have a key role in delivering high quality clinical care and advice to our patients and teams across a range of departments including ICU/HDU, the Pre-assessment clinic, Outpatient Department, Ward, Theatres and Oncology Team. As a Pharmacy Manager it is important that you will be confident to work independently as well as a member of our larger health professional community, leading a team to always strive to improve the quality of our services for our patients. As a Pharmacy Manager, you will: Provide leadership and advice on medicines management to ensure that processes across all clinical departments throughout the hospital are safe, cost effective and legal and are supported by up to date policies, procedures and guidelines. This will include chairing the Medicines Management Forum on a quarterly basis. Be responsible for leading, motivating and effectively managing the pharmacy team by providing excellent leadership. As the Antimicrobial Stewardship Lead, optimise the management of antimicrobials to minimise the occurrence of hospital acquired infections by ensuring pharmacy adherence to up to date policies, guidelines and systems of work. Undertake regular audit of this in conjunction with the IP nurse/nurse team. Ensuring the pharmacy team undertake daily ward rounds reconciling medication for new inpatients; counselling patients; managing PODs and checking for relevant allergies, adverse drug reactions and contra-indications to treatment, ensuring all medicines prescribed are clinically appropriate in line with national and/or local policies and guidelines etc. Assist and leading the team in facilitating timely and informed discharge of patients returning to primary care by dispensing, accuracy checking and clinically checking TTOs, counselling patients prior to discharge and in facilitating timely and informed discharge of patients returning to primary care. Lead on the implementation of medication safety alerts and drug recalls for the hospital working closely with the Director of Clinical Services. Implement and monitor DoH guidance on all aspects of controlled drugs use in the hospital and ensure the CD audit is completed quarterly. Ensure errors, complaints and incidents are managed in line with the Nuffield Health guidelines, specifically reporting these using the RADAR system and reviewing/investigating relevant RADAR reports relating to medicines. Support the development of other healthcare professionals and deliver medicines-focused training upon request. Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy, and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From financial and emotional wellbeing support to an online GP, gym membership and private healthcare. At Nuffield Health, we'll take care of what's important to you. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close adverts early, for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore, please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post. It starts with you.

Clinical To undertake specialist assessment and treatment of adults with a variety of complex and diverse neurological conditions as inpatients, outpatients/day hospital setting and in specialist clinics To carry out complex standardised and non-standardised assessments of functional ability, cognition, home situation and psychological issues liaising with senior staff as required for highly complex patients To respect clients dignity, privacy, culture and wishes during treatment with a commitment to equal access to Occupational therapy To use specialist clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence-based practise to analyse and interpret clinical information to formulate occupational therapy treatment and appropriate outcome measures and to form an accurate diagnosis of patients conditions with guidance from Highly Specialist Occupational Therapists (OTs) as required To provide specialist evidenced based OT treatment using a wide range of treatment skills and options relevant to neurological rehabilitation To provide advanced recommendations/advice/instruction/teaching regarding OT management of each patient, according to the individual needs of each patient, to the IDT team, other relevant health and social care professionals, carers/relatives and other relevant non healthcare professionals To monitor, review and modify treatment plans /goals to measure progress and to ensure effective outcomes Prioritise and organise own patient caseload and develop individualised treatment interventions under the supervision of the Highly Specialist OTs To work as part of the interdisciplinary team providing specialist neurological rehabilitation individually and in groups To agree and set IDT rehabilitation goals, with the treating team within goal planning meetings To manage a complex caseload as an autonomous practitioner evidencing clinical reasoning skills, problem solving and independence of judgement To be able to identify own professional limitations and seek senior advice when appropriate To carry out discharge home visits in liaison with health and social care agencies to identify equipment and care needs for discharge and identify and refer to appropriate onward services To risk assess and undertake complex manual handling techniques involving patients and or equipment following appropriate training in line with organisational manual handling policies To demonstrate physical ability to carry out assessment and interventions including manual handling and therapeutic techniques To act as keyworker for designated patients and chair goal planning/discharge meetings as required Plan and allocate work to assistant and technical staff Communication To liaise with all members of the inter-disciplinary team, patients, carers, Health and Community Services, relevant external agencies, OCE and OUH staff to ensure a co-ordinated, consistent approach to service delivery To communicate and negotiate with individual patients and those involved in the patients care to gain consent and understanding of treatment programmes to ensure OT intervention is effective. This will frequently be with patients who have complex emotional, physical and psychological conditions e.g aphasia and cognitive problems and will need expert use of verbal and non verbal communication tool, or with patients from different cultural/ethnic backgrounds where English is not their primary language. To be able to provide and receive complex sensitive and contentious information such as discussing limitations associated with diagnosis/procedures/prognosis, managing complex discharges and providing appropriate emotional support where persuasion motivation and reassurance skills are required To be able to assess a patients understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment To keep accurate written records of assessment and treatment in accordance with the trust, NHS and professional OT standards including comprehensive discharge/home and progress reports to medical and therapy referrers . To attend and contribute to relevant service-related meetings. To promote understanding of the aims of Occupational therapy intervention within the IDT team and with external agencies involved in the patients care . To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in communicating relevant information efficiently and effectively to occupational therapy staff within the Oxford Centre for Enablement. Management 1. To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in the co-ordination and management of the neurological occupational therapy service provided to the Enablement Directorate. 2. To be actively involved in the development of new models of service delivery and care within the Enablement Directorate under the direction and supervision of the Head Occupational Therapist, Highly Specialist and Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapists To achieve and maintain a level of skill in information technology relevant to the post To be responsible for ensuring that all equipment in the occupational therapy department is stored safely and maintained in safe working order. To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in the management of change and to ensure cost-effective use of available resources. To be responsible for the recording and collation of departmental statistics and other information as required by the Head of Therapy Services both written and on the IT system. To be aware of and assist the occupational therapy team to adhere to all OUH and NHS health and safety and personnel policies and procedures, including carrying out risk assessments. To be actively involved in the development of clinical audit and quality assurance strategies to ensure that a clinically effective occupational therapy service is delivered. To be involved in the supervision and appraisal of junior occupational therapy staff and or assistant/technical instructor staff To assist the Lead OT and Highly specialist OTs in the recruitment and retention process Education, Training and Research To have an awareness of current trends in treatment techniques and professional issues and to participate in active learning, including participating in research or study in relevant areas To be responsible for acquiring the clinical and professional skills, with the support of the highly specialist OTs, required for the clinical area i.e. fabrication of specialised hand splints administering standardised cognitive assessments, implementation of specialised postural management strategies To be involved in the orientation and induction programmes of new Occupational Therapy staff and students . To participate in regular supervision, the staff review process , in-service/IDT training, action learning and maintain a professional portfolio to ensure professional registration is maintained To assist in providing fieldwork placements for undergraduate Occupational Therapy students, including the maintenance of standards expected of an accredited fieldwork placement. To contribute and participate in educational programmes and courses organised within the occupational therapy service. To keep up to date with relevant research and issues relevant to the clinical area to provide evidence based care.

Clinical To undertake specialist assessment and treatment of adults with a variety of complex and diverse neurological conditions as inpatients, outpatients/day hospital setting and in specialist clinics To carry out complex standardised and non-standardised assessments of functional ability, cognition, home situation and psychological issues liaising with senior staff as required for highly complex patients To respect clients dignity, privacy, culture and wishes during treatment with a commitment to equal access to Occupational therapy To use specialist clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence-based practise to analyse and interpret clinical information to formulate occupational therapy treatment and appropriate outcome measures and to form an accurate diagnosis of patients conditions with guidance from Highly Specialist Occupational Therapists (OTs) as required To provide specialist evidenced based OT treatment using a wide range of treatment skills and options relevant to neurological rehabilitation To provide advanced recommendations/advice/instruction/teaching regarding OT management of each patient, according to the individual needs of each patient, to the IDT team, other relevant health and social care professionals, carers/relatives and other relevant non healthcare professionals To monitor, review and modify treatment plans /goals to measure progress and to ensure effective outcomes Prioritise and organise own patient caseload and develop individualised treatment interventions under the supervision of the Highly Specialist OTs To work as part of the interdisciplinary team providing specialist neurological rehabilitation individually and in groups To agree and set IDT rehabilitation goals, with the treating team within goal planning meetings To manage a complex caseload as an autonomous practitioner evidencing clinical reasoning skills, problem solving and independence of judgement To be able to identify own professional limitations and seek senior advice when appropriate To carry out discharge home visits in liaison with health and social care agencies to identify equipment and care needs for discharge and identify and refer to appropriate onward services To risk assess and undertake complex manual handling techniques involving patients and or equipment following appropriate training in line with organisational manual handling policies To demonstrate physical ability to carry out assessment and interventions including manual handling and therapeutic techniques To act as keyworker for designated patients and chair goal planning/discharge meetings as required Plan and allocate work to assistant and technical staff Communication To liaise with all members of the inter-disciplinary team, patients, carers, Health and Community Services, relevant external agencies, OCE and OUH staff to ensure a co-ordinated, consistent approach to service delivery To communicate and negotiate with individual patients and those involved in the patients care to gain consent and understanding of treatment programmes to ensure OT intervention is effective. This will frequently be with patients who have complex emotional, physical and psychological conditions e.g aphasia and cognitive problems and will need expert use of verbal and non verbal communication tool, or with patients from different cultural/ethnic backgrounds where English is not their primary language. To be able to provide and receive complex sensitive and contentious information such as discussing limitations associated with diagnosis/procedures/prognosis, managing complex discharges and providing appropriate emotional support where persuasion motivation and reassurance skills are required To be able to assess a patients understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment To keep accurate written records of assessment and treatment in accordance with the trust, NHS and professional OT standards including comprehensive discharge/home and progress reports to medical and therapy referrers . To attend and contribute to relevant service-related meetings. To promote understanding of the aims of Occupational therapy intervention within the IDT team and with external agencies involved in the patients care . To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in communicating relevant information efficiently and effectively to occupational therapy staff within the Oxford Centre for Enablement. Management 1. To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in the co-ordination and management of the neurological occupational therapy service provided to the Enablement Directorate. 2. To be actively involved in the development of new models of service delivery and care within the Enablement Directorate under the direction and supervision of the Head Occupational Therapist, Highly Specialist and Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapists To achieve and maintain a level of skill in information technology relevant to the post To be responsible for ensuring that all equipment in the occupational therapy department is stored safely and maintained in safe working order. To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in the management of change and to ensure cost-effective use of available resources. To be responsible for the recording and collation of departmental statistics and other information as required by the Head of Therapy Services both written and on the IT system. To be aware of and assist the occupational therapy team to adhere to all OUH and NHS health and safety and personnel policies and procedures, including carrying out risk assessments. To be actively involved in the development of clinical audit and quality assurance strategies to ensure that a clinically effective occupational therapy service is delivered. To be involved in the supervision and appraisal of junior occupational therapy staff and or assistant/technical instructor staff To assist the Lead OT and Highly specialist OTs in the recruitment and retention process Education, Training and Research To have an awareness of current trends in treatment techniques and professional issues and to participate in active learning, including participating in research or study in relevant areas To be responsible for acquiring the clinical and professional skills, with the support of the highly specialist OTs, required for the clinical area i.e. fabrication of specialised hand splints administering standardised cognitive assessments, implementation of specialised postural management strategies To be involved in the orientation and induction programmes of new Occupational Therapy staff and students . To participate in regular supervision, the staff review process , in-service/IDT training, action learning and maintain a professional portfolio to ensure professional registration is maintained To assist in providing fieldwork placements for undergraduate Occupational Therapy students, including the maintenance of standards expected of an accredited fieldwork placement. To contribute and participate in educational programmes and courses organised within the occupational therapy service. To keep up to date with relevant research and issues relevant to the clinical area to provide evidence based care.

To undertake medicines reconciliation for patients admitted to units within the Acute Medicine & Rehabilitation (AMR) directorate. To improve the quality of clinical care to patients in the Acute Medicine & Rehabilitation (AMR) directorate by means of an efficient medicines management system. This will include the use of patients own drugs (PODs), facilitating efficient supply of medications (including original pack dispensing), near-patient discharge systems and counselling patients about their medicines. To provide a clinical pharmacy service that ensures the safe and cost effective use of medications, including reviewing ward stock lists. To participate in the education and training of other members of the pharmacy and multidisciplinary teams. To participate in audits as per Trust requirements, for example Safe & Secure Storage of Medicines and Controlled Drug audits. To be an active member of the Pharmacy department and AMR Pharmacy Team ensure continuous two-way exchange of information to maintain high standards with the Trust. See attached document for full job description and responsibilities,

Clinical To undertake specialist assessment and treatment of adults with a variety of complex and diverse neurological conditions as inpatients, outpatients/day hospital setting and in specialist clinics To carry out complex standardised and non-standardised assessments of functional ability, cognition, home situation and psychological issues liaising with senior staff as required for highly complex patients To respect clients dignity, privacy, culture and wishes during treatment with a commitment to equal access to Occupational therapy To use specialist clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence-based practise to analyse and interpret clinical information to formulate occupational therapy treatment and appropriate outcome measures and to form an accurate diagnosis of patients conditions with guidance from Highly Specialist Occupational Therapists (OTs) as required To provide specialist evidenced based OT treatment using a wide range of treatment skills and options relevant to neurological rehabilitation To provide advanced recommendations/advice/instruction/teaching regarding OT management of each patient, according to the individual needs of each patient, to the IDT team, other relevant health and social care professionals, carers/relatives and other relevant non healthcare professionals To monitor, review and modify treatment plans /goals to measure progress and to ensure effective outcomes Prioritise and organise own patient caseload and develop individualised treatment interventions under the supervision of the Highly Specialist OTs To work as part of the interdisciplinary team providing specialist neurological rehabilitation individually and in groups To agree and set IDT rehabilitation goals, with the treating team within goal planning meetings To manage a complex caseload as an autonomous practitioner evidencing clinical reasoning skills, problem solving and independence of judgement To be able to identify own professional limitations and seek senior advice when appropriate To carry out discharge home visits in liaison with health and social care agencies to identify equipment and care needs for discharge and identify and refer to appropriate onward services To risk assess and undertake complex manual handling techniques involving patients and or equipment following appropriate training in line with organisational manual handling policies To demonstrate physical ability to carry out assessment and interventions including manual handling and therapeutic techniques To act as keyworker for designated patients and chair goal planning/discharge meetings as required Plan and allocate work to assistant and technical staff Communication To liaise with all members of the inter-disciplinary team, patients, carers, Health and Community Services, relevant external agencies, OCE and OUH staff to ensure a co-ordinated, consistent approach to service delivery To communicate and negotiate with individual patients and those involved in the patients care to gain consent and understanding of treatment programmes to ensure OT intervention is effective. This will frequently be with patients who have complex emotional, physical and psychological conditions e.g aphasia and cognitive problems and will need expert use of verbal and non verbal communication tool, or with patients from different cultural/ethnic backgrounds where English is not their primary language. To be able to provide and receive complex sensitive and contentious information such as discussing limitations associated with diagnosis/procedures/prognosis, managing complex discharges and providing appropriate emotional support where persuasion motivation and reassurance skills are required To be able to assess a patients understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment To keep accurate written records of assessment and treatment in accordance with the trust, NHS and professional OT standards including comprehensive discharge/home and progress reports to medical and therapy referrers . To attend and contribute to relevant service-related meetings. To promote understanding of the aims of Occupational therapy intervention within the IDT team and with external agencies involved in the patients care . To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in communicating relevant information efficiently and effectively to occupational therapy staff within the Oxford Centre for Enablement. Management 1. To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in the co-ordination and management of the neurological occupational therapy service provided to the Enablement Directorate. 2. To be actively involved in the development of new models of service delivery and care within the Enablement Directorate under the direction and supervision of the Head Occupational Therapist, Highly Specialist and Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapists To achieve and maintain a level of skill in information technology relevant to the post To be responsible for ensuring that all equipment in the occupational therapy department is stored safely and maintained in safe working order. To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in the management of change and to ensure cost-effective use of available resources. To be responsible for the recording and collation of departmental statistics and other information as required by the Head of Therapy Services both written and on the IT system. To be aware of and assist the occupational therapy team to adhere to all OUH and NHS health and safety and personnel policies and procedures, including carrying out risk assessments. To be actively involved in the development of clinical audit and quality assurance strategies to ensure that a clinically effective occupational therapy service is delivered. To be involved in the supervision and appraisal of junior occupational therapy staff and or assistant/technical instructor staff To assist the Lead OT and Highly specialist OTs in the recruitment and retention process Education, Training and Research To have an awareness of current trends in treatment techniques and professional issues and to participate in active learning, including participating in research or study in relevant areas To be responsible for acquiring the clinical and professional skills, with the support of the highly specialist OTs, required for the clinical area i.e. fabrication of specialised hand splints administering standardised cognitive assessments, implementation of specialised postural management strategies To be involved in the orientation and induction programmes of new Occupational Therapy staff and students . To participate in regular supervision, the staff review process , in-service/IDT training, action learning and maintain a professional portfolio to ensure professional registration is maintained To assist in providing fieldwork placements for undergraduate Occupational Therapy students, including the maintenance of standards expected of an accredited fieldwork placement. To contribute and participate in educational programmes and courses organised within the occupational therapy service. To keep up to date with relevant research and issues relevant to the clinical area to provide evidence based care.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our team, supporting delivery of our ward-based clinical pharmacy services to patients within the Acute Medicine & Rehabilitation Directorate.

Within this role you will work with a supportive team of experienced Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacists and Pharmacy Assistants to ensure medicines optimisation on the fast-paced medical units at the John Radcliffe Hospital, including undertaking medicines reconciliation, supporting ward-based dispensing of medication and ensuring safe and effective use of medicines at a ward level. This requires a good understanding of appropriate medicines management and a flexible approach to working.

This post is ideal for registered Pharmacy Technicians accredited in medicines management looking to build on their clinical experience or newly qualified Pharmacy Technicians looking to start their career in a ward-based role. Prior to starting, you must successfully hold the NVQ level 3 (QCF) or equivalent and be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). You must also be accredited in at least one of medicines management or accuracy checking.

If you have any questions about this post please do not hesitate to contact us using the details below.
1. To undertake medicines reconciliation for patients admitted to units within the Acute Medicine & Rehabilitation (AMR) directorate.
2. To improve the quality of clinical care to patients in the Acute Medicine & Rehabilitation (AMR) directorate by means of an efficient medicines management system. This will include the use of patient’s own drugs (PODs), facilitating efficient supply of medications (including original pack dispensing), near-patient discharge systems and counselling patients about their medicines.
3. To provide a clinical pharmacy service that ensures the safe and cost effective use of medications, including reviewing ward stock lists.
4. To participate in the education and training of other members of the pharmacy and multidisciplinary teams.
5. To participate in audits as per Trust requirements, for example Safe & Secure Storage of Medicines and Controlled Drug audits.
6. To be an active member of the Pharmacy department and AMR Pharmacy Team ensure continuous two-way exchange of information to maintain high standards with the Trust.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.
1. To undertake medicines reconciliation for patients admitted to units within the Acute Medicine & Rehabilitation (AMR) directorate.
2. To improve the quality of clinical care to patients in the Acute Medicine & Rehabilitation (AMR) directorate by means of an efficient medicines management system. This will include the use of patient’s own drugs (PODs), facilitating efficient supply of medications (including original pack dispensing), near-patient discharge systems and counselling patients about their medicines.
3. To provide a clinical pharmacy service that ensures the safe and cost effective use of medications, including reviewing ward stock lists.
4. To participate in the education and training of other members of the pharmacy and multidisciplinary teams.
5. To participate in audits as per Trust requirements, for example Safe & Secure Storage of Medicines and Controlled Drug audits.
6. To be an active member of the Pharmacy department and AMR Pharmacy Team ensure continuous two-way exchange of information to maintain high standards with the Trust.

See attached document for full job description and responsibilities,


This advert closes on Sunday 24 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Following an opportunity to review the skill mix within the team we are looking for three dynamic Occupational Therapists with experience of working within neurological or stroke rehabilitation to join our enthusiastic, innovative and supportive team.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge at a recognised centre of excellence with a varied and complex neurological caseload gaining experience treating conditions such as traumatic brain injury, stroke MS, FND and GBS.

The OT department has excellent resources with a woodwork workshop and leisure service, a range of standardised assessments, including several Perceive Recall Plan Perform Assessment -PRPP (A) trained OTs and a PRPP (A) instructor.

The OCE is committed to investing in staff development through regular supervision, joint sessions with our Clinical Specialist OT, access to regular in-service Occupational Therapy/ Interdisciplinary training. Plus access to CPD funds for external training. We support flexible working and to ensure staff wellbeing have a departmental wellbeing champion.

You will require knowledge and experience of the assessment and treatment approaches used within neurological rehabilitation. Good supervisory skills to support junior staff and students. Evidence of continuing professional development and of participation in quality improvement projects.

To provide specialised Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment to in and outpatients with highly complex neurological conditions as an autonomous practitioner, within the Oxford Centre for Enablement and when clinically indicated in patients homes, workplaces and other community settings.

To clinically supervise junior Occupational Therapy staff, assistants, technical instructors and students.

To assist the Lead OT and Highly Specialist OTs in the provision, monitoring and ongoing development of the service to ensure it continues to meet the needs of the service users and responds to government and trust initiatives.

You will have the opportunity to work with a strong interdisciplinary team to provide inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation programmes.

You will have scope to lead on quality improvement projects, audits and involvement in poster presentations and research is actively encouraged. The post will provide you with the opportunity to expand your teaching and presentation skills both at the centre and externally.

You will have the opportunity to work with patients individually and in groups such as the Arm group, MS Fatigue Management Group, and Creative Discovery group

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training, and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Clinical
1. To undertake specialist assessment and treatment of adults with a variety of complex and diverse neurological conditions as inpatients, outpatients/day hospital setting and in specialist clinics


1. To carry out complex standardised and non-standardised assessments of functional ability, cognition, home situation and psychological issues liaising with senior staff as required for highly complex patients


1. To respect client’s dignity, privacy, culture and wishes during treatment with a commitment to equal access to Occupational therapy


1. To use specialist clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence-based practise to analyse and interpret clinical information to formulate occupational therapy treatment and appropriate outcome measures and to form an accurate diagnosis of patients conditions with guidance from Highly Specialist Occupational Therapists (OTs) as required


1. To provide specialist evidenced based OT treatment using a wide range of treatment skills and options relevant to neurological rehabilitation


1. To provide advanced recommendations/advice/instruction/teaching regarding OT management of each patient, according to the individual needs of each patient, to the IDT team, other relevant health and social care professionals, carers/relatives and other relevant non healthcare professionals


1. To monitor, review and modify treatment plans /goals to measure progress and to ensure effective outcomes


1. Prioritise and organise own patient caseload and develop individualised treatment interventions under the supervision of the Highly Specialist OTs


1. To work as part of the interdisciplinary team providing specialist neurological rehabilitation individually and in groups


1. To agree and set IDT rehabilitation goals, with the treating team within goal planning meetings


1. To manage a complex caseload as an autonomous practitioner evidencing clinical reasoning skills, problem solving and independence of judgement


1. To be able to identify own professional limitations and seek senior advice when appropriate


1. To carry out discharge home visits in liaison with health and social care agencies to identify equipment and care needs for discharge and identify and refer to appropriate onward services


1. To risk assess and undertake complex manual handling techniques involving patients and or equipment following appropriate training in line with organisational manual handling policies


1. To demonstrate physical ability to carry out assessment and interventions including manual handling and therapeutic techniques


1. To act as keyworker for designated patients and chair goal planning/discharge meetings as required


1. Plan and allocate work to assistant and technical staff
Communication


1. To liaise with all members of the inter-disciplinary team, patients, carers, Health and Community Services, relevant external agencies, OCE and OUH staff to ensure a co-ordinated, consistent approach to service delivery


1. To communicate and negotiate with individual patients and those involved in the patients care to gain consent and understanding of treatment programmes to ensure OT intervention is effective. This will frequently be with patients who have complex emotional, physical and psychological conditions e.g aphasia and cognitive problems and will need expert use of verbal and non verbal communication tool, or with patients from different cultural/ethnic backgrounds where English is not their primary language.


1. To be able to provide and receive complex sensitive and contentious information such as discussing limitations associated with diagnosis/procedures/prognosis, managing complex discharges and providing appropriate emotional support where persuasion motivation and reassurance skills are required


1. To be able to assess a patients understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment


1. To keep accurate written records of assessment and treatment in accordance with the trust, NHS and professional OT standards including comprehensive discharge/home and progress reports to medical and therapy referrers


1. . To attend and contribute to relevant service-related meetings.


1. To promote understanding of the aims of Occupational therapy intervention within the IDT team and with external agencies involved in the patient’s care


1. . To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in communicating relevant information efficiently and effectively to occupational therapy staff within the Oxford Centre for Enablement.




Management


1. To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in the co-ordination and management of the neurological occupational therapy service provided to the Enablement Directorate.
2. To be actively involved in the development of new models of service delivery and care within the Enablement Directorate under the direction and supervision of the Head Occupational Therapist, Highly Specialist and Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapists
1. To achieve and maintain a level of skill in information technology relevant to the post


1. To be responsible for ensuring that all equipment in the occupational therapy department is stored safely and maintained in safe working order.


1. To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in the management of change and to ensure cost-effective use of available resources.


1. To be responsible for the recording and collation of departmental statistics and other information as required by the Head of Therapy Services both written and on the IT system.


1. To be aware of and assist the occupational therapy team to adhere to all OUH and NHS health and safety and personnel policies and procedures, including carrying out risk assessments.


1. To be actively involved in the development of clinical audit and quality assurance strategies to ensure that a clinically effective occupational therapy service is delivered.


1. To be involved in the supervision and appraisal of junior occupational therapy staff and or assistant/technical instructor staff


1. To assist the Lead OT and Highly specialist OTs in the recruitment and retention process

Education, Training and Research


1. To have an awareness of current trends in treatment techniques and professional issues and to participate in active learning, including participating in research or study in relevant areas
2. To be responsible for acquiring the clinical and professional skills, with the support of the highly specialist OTs, required for the clinical area i.e. fabrication of specialised hand splints administering standardised cognitive assessments, implementation of specialised postural management strategies


1. To be involved in the orientation and induction programmes of new Occupational Therapy staff and students


1. . To participate in regular supervision, the staff review process , in-service/IDT training, action learning and maintain a professional portfolio to ensure professional registration is maintained


1. To assist in providing fieldwork placements for undergraduate Occupational Therapy students, including the maintenance of standards expected of an accredited fieldwork placement.


1. To contribute and participate in educational programmes and courses organised within the occupational therapy service.


1. To keep up to date with relevant research and issues relevant to the clinical area to provide evidence based care.


This advert closes on Sunday 10 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Following an opportunity to review the skill mix within the team we are looking for three dynamic Occupational Therapists with experience of working within neurological or stroke rehabilitation to join our enthusiastic, innovative and supportive team.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge at a recognised centre of excellence with a varied and complex neurological caseload gaining experience treating conditions such as traumatic brain injury, stroke MS, FND and GBS.

The OT department has excellent resources with a woodwork workshop and leisure service, a range of standardised assessments, including several Perceive Recall Plan Perform Assessment -PRPP (A) trained OTs and a PRPP (A) instructor.

The OCE is committed to investing in staff development through regular supervision, joint sessions with our Clinical Specialist OT, access to regular in-service Occupational Therapy/ Interdisciplinary training. Plus access to CPD funds for external training. We support flexible working and to ensure staff wellbeing have a departmental wellbeing champion.

You will require knowledge and experience of the assessment and treatment approaches used within neurological rehabilitation. Good supervisory skills to support junior staff and students. Evidence of continuing professional development and of participation in quality improvement projects.







To provide specialised Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment to in and outpatients with highly complex neurological conditions as an autonomous practitioner, within the Oxford Centre for Enablement and when clinically indicated in patients homes, workplaces and other community settings.

To clinically supervise junior Occupational Therapy staff, assistants, technical instructors and students.

To assist the Lead OT and Highly Specialist OTs in the provision, monitoring and ongoing development of the service to ensure it continues to meet the needs of the service users and responds to government and trust initiatives.

You will have the opportunity to work with a strong interdisciplinary team to provide inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation programmes.

You will have scope to lead on quality improvement projects, audits and involvement in poster presentations and research is actively encouraged. The post will provide you with the opportunity to expand your teaching and presentation skills both at the centre and externally.

You will have the opportunity to work with patients individually and in groups such as the Arm group, MS Fatigue Management Group, and Creative Discovery group.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training, and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Clinical
1. To undertake specialist assessment and treatment of adults with a variety of complex and diverse neurological conditions as inpatients, outpatients/day hospital setting and in specialist clinics


1. To carry out complex standardised and non-standardised assessments of functional ability, cognition, home situation and psychological issues liaising with senior staff as required for highly complex patients


1. To respect client’s dignity, privacy, culture and wishes during treatment with a commitment to equal access to Occupational therapy


1. To use specialist clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence-based practise to analyse and interpret clinical information to formulate occupational therapy treatment and appropriate outcome measures and to form an accurate diagnosis of patients conditions with guidance from Highly Specialist Occupational Therapists (OTs) as required


1. To provide specialist evidenced based OT treatment using a wide range of treatment skills and options relevant to neurological rehabilitation


1. To provide advanced recommendations/advice/instruction/teaching regarding OT management of each patient, according to the individual needs of each patient, to the IDT team, other relevant health and social care professionals, carers/relatives and other relevant non healthcare professionals


1. To monitor, review and modify treatment plans /goals to measure progress and to ensure effective outcomes


1. Prioritise and organise own patient caseload and develop individualised treatment interventions under the supervision of the Highly Specialist OTs


1. To work as part of the interdisciplinary team providing specialist neurological rehabilitation individually and in groups


1. To agree and set IDT rehabilitation goals, with the treating team within goal planning meetings


1. To manage a complex caseload as an autonomous practitioner evidencing clinical reasoning skills, problem solving and independence of judgement


1. To be able to identify own professional limitations and seek senior advice when appropriate


1. To carry out discharge home visits in liaison with health and social care agencies to identify equipment and care needs for discharge and identify and refer to appropriate onward services


1. To risk assess and undertake complex manual handling techniques involving patients and or equipment following appropriate training in line with organisational manual handling policies


1. To demonstrate physical ability to carry out assessment and interventions including manual handling and therapeutic techniques


1. To act as keyworker for designated patients and chair goal planning/discharge meetings as required


1. Plan and allocate work to assistant and technical staff
Communication


1. To liaise with all members of the inter-disciplinary team, patients, carers, Health and Community Services, relevant external agencies, OCE and OUH staff to ensure a co-ordinated, consistent approach to service delivery


1. To communicate and negotiate with individual patients and those involved in the patients care to gain consent and understanding of treatment programmes to ensure OT intervention is effective. This will frequently be with patients who have complex emotional, physical and psychological conditions e.g aphasia and cognitive problems and will need expert use of verbal and non verbal communication tool, or with patients from different cultural/ethnic backgrounds where English is not their primary language.


1. To be able to provide and receive complex sensitive and contentious information such as discussing limitations associated with diagnosis/procedures/prognosis, managing complex discharges and providing appropriate emotional support where persuasion motivation and reassurance skills are required


1. To be able to assess a patients understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment


1. To keep accurate written records of assessment and treatment in accordance with the trust, NHS and professional OT standards including comprehensive discharge/home and progress reports to medical and therapy referrers


1. . To attend and contribute to relevant service-related meetings.


1. To promote understanding of the aims of Occupational therapy intervention within the IDT team and with external agencies involved in the patient’s care


1. . To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in communicating relevant information efficiently and effectively to occupational therapy staff within the Oxford Centre for Enablement.




Management


1. To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in the co-ordination and management of the neurological occupational therapy service provided to the Enablement Directorate.
2. To be actively involved in the development of new models of service delivery and care within the Enablement Directorate under the direction and supervision of the Head Occupational Therapist, Highly Specialist and Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapists
1. To achieve and maintain a level of skill in information technology relevant to the post


1. To be responsible for ensuring that all equipment in the occupational therapy department is stored safely and maintained in safe working order.


1. To assist the Lead Occupational Therapist in the management of change and to ensure cost-effective use of available resources.


1. To be responsible for the recording and collation of departmental statistics and other information as required by the Head of Therapy Services both written and on the IT system.


1. To be aware of and assist the occupational therapy team to adhere to all OUH and NHS health and safety and personnel policies and procedures, including carrying out risk assessments.


1. To be actively involved in the development of clinical audit and quality assurance strategies to ensure that a clinically effective occupational therapy service is delivered.


1. To be involved in the supervision and appraisal of junior occupational therapy staff and or assistant/technical instructor staff


1. To assist the Lead OT and Highly specialist OTs in the recruitment and retention process



Education, Training and Research


1. To have an awareness of current trends in treatment techniques and professional issues and to participate in active learning, including participating in research or study in relevant areas
2. To be responsible for acquiring the clinical and professional skills, with the support of the highly specialist OTs, required for the clinical area i.e. fabrication of specialised hand splints administering standardised cognitive assessments, implementation of specialised postural management strategies


1. To be involved in the orientation and induction programmes of new Occupational Therapy staff and students


1. . To participate in regular supervision, the staff review process , in-service/IDT training, action learning and maintain a professional portfolio to ensure professional registration is maintained


1. To assist in providing fieldwork placements for undergraduate Occupational Therapy students, including the maintenance of standards expected of an accredited fieldwork placement.


1. To contribute and participate in educational programmes and courses organised within the occupational therapy service.


1. To keep up to date with relevant research and issues relevant to the clinical area to provide evidence based care.





This advert closes on Sunday 10 Nov 2024

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• Salary: £37,500 - £43,000 + £2,000 after one year + ongoing bonus of up to 10%
• Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Part-Time Available
• Hybrid

Are you a qualified Physiotherapist in need of better work-life balance? Do you want regular hours so you can make the most of life? If so, we can offer you a Functional Assessor role that comes with 9 to 5 hours and true hybrid working - plus the chance to make the most of your medical skills. Could you be a Functional Assessor? Read on to find out.

The role

As a Functional Assessor, your main task will be to assess individuals and how their disabilities or conditions affect their work life. Drawing on your clinical expertise, you'll listen carefully and take down each person's medical history before performing a physical examination. You'll then produce concise, accurate reports for the Department of Work & Pensions (DWP) so they can decide each person's eligibility for benefits.

The role involves meeting people both face-to-face and via telephone/video. But whether you connect online or in person, you'll be sensitive, compassionate and able to ask the right questions while upholding best practice standards.

Rest assured that you'll have the time you need to make a precise assessment and give each person your whole attention. And while you'll work unsupervised, you'll be part of a wider multi-disciplinary team - support is all part of the package.

Once you apply, one of our specialist sjb medical recruiters will support you through the virtual application submission process. Please note that you must be committed to working at least three days per week for the part-time role.

About you

• HCPC Registered Physiotherapist with a minimum 12 months, recent broad-based post registration experience
• Experience in functional assessment and clinical decision making would be an advantage.
• Continuous Professional Development present on CV
• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
• Completion of ECDL or equivalent would be an advantage.
• Sound understanding of clinical governance and importance of delivering to agreed customer service levels and targets
• Great oral and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and respond to a rapidly changing environment.
• IT skills and experience of using a range of software
• Self-aware and focused on professional development
• Honest and able to maintain integrity and customer confidentiality
• Motivated to contribute to quality customer service, demonstrating empathy, respect and sensitivity in assessment delivery.
• Able to work on your own initiative to meet deadlines and standards.
• Ready to work as a reliable and efficient team member and willing to support the multi-disciplinary team
• Are eligible to work in the UK. (Unfortunately, sponsorship is not possible.)

Benefits:

• A competitive salary.
• £1,000 after six months & £1,000 after 12 months (if approved).
• Quality-related bonus of up to 10% once approved and eligible.
• 25 days of annual leave + BH with option to buy additional days or sell back.
• Annual registration fees paid.
• A comprehensive training programme.
• Full IT equipment provided for remote working
• Regular 1-2-1 reviews with your manager.
• Up to 6% employer matched pension contribution.
• Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts.
• Wellbeing, care and support - i.e. Room to talk (counselling), peer support, wellbeing webinars, a Wisdom Wellbeing app and more.

Training

You can look forward to four days of dedicated CPD per year, 1:1 clinical coaching with a dedicated coach and communities of practice. There'll also be the opportunity to undertake professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching to expand your capabilities. Other development opportunities include internal promotion and the chance to be part of a global network of healthcare professionals and work in various sectors. This is where it starts: apply now and take the first step.

Why SJB Medical

We are the longest-standing recruitment agency for DWP assessor contractors and pride ourselves on the support we give our healthcare candidates throughout the whole recruitment process. We believe that a diverse workforce adds to the success of our clients and as such, are committed to maintaining and supporting a culture of equality and diversity throughout our recruitment process.

Job applicants will receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or marital status. Our job advertisements will clearly and accurately state the requirements of the role to enable applicants to assess their suitability. To give everyone a fair experience, we will review and consider reasonable adjustments and accommodations during the recruitment process.

The Oxford NDC CAMHS Service covers a diverse catchment area, that is both rural and urban. Our main office sits on the Slade site in Oxford, which is conveniently situated close to the A34 and M40. Oxfordshire is a wonderful place to live, whether you are looking for outdoor adventures that could include walking along the River Thames path, joining one of the many watersport clubs, walking/cycling across the Ridgeway, enjoying a coffee in Henley on Thames, enjoying the shopping and social experience of the newly built Westgate Centre in Oxford or taking advantage of all the history that Oxford City has to offer. Oxfordshire is perfectly situated 1 hour from Birmingham, 1 hour from London and only 1 hour from the coast. The role will include the following responsibilities and you will be expected to carry out non-medical prescribing supported through Governance framework and in adherence to agreed policy. Maintain relevant clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge, critically appraise, and apply information in practice. Consult with patients, diagnose, and generate treatment options and follow- up plans, where applicable, within clinical management plans. Prescribe safely and effectively, acknowledging own limitations and scope of practice. Work within Trust and local policies that guide prescribing practice. Participate in, and use National Prescribing Centre competency framework, to undertake regular audit and review, of prescribing practice and medicines management. Access continuing professional development opportunities relating to Non-Medical prescribing role. Understand the mode of action and pharmacology of medicines and how these medications are altered e.g., by age, renal or hepatic impairment and how this affects dosage. Ensure routine monitoring of physical health of children and young people (e.g., height, weight, BP) and liaise with other professionals as appropriate, including making referrals and/or request further tests. Assess risk and benefits to the child or young person of taking or not taking medication, considering the potential for unwanted affects e.g., allergies, adverse drug reactions, drug interactions and contra indications. Support the duty function of the service as required. Undertake annual audit of prescribing practice.

The Oxford Health Pharmacy & Medicines Management service employs approximately 80 staff, predominantly clinical pharmacists, and technicians, supported by dispensary and administrative staff. Clinical pharmacists and medicines management technicians are based (primarily) on clinical sites, with supply and support functions at hubs in Oxfordshire. The department provides services to our mental health in-patient and outpatient teams, including Acute adult mental health services, Forensic services, Learning disability services and CAMHS, as well as community hospitals. Our Medicines Management Service is highly respected, and our staff are considered integrated members of the patient-focused multi-disciplinary teams in this Trust. Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role

There is access to specific training to enhance your skills in working with people over 18 in a primary care setting who have a complex and serious mental illness. For example; innovative approaches to working with people who have an established or emerging personality disorder; innovative approaches to helping support people with an eating disorder, and other training tailored to your needs in this role. We aim to support everyone's well being in this role as well as one to one supervision we have opportunities for group clinical supervision focusing on specific areas of clinical work, we have a network across Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West offering peer support sessions, and opportunities for reflective practice sessions. The must haves for you to be considered for this role: Current professional registration: Registered Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist Community experience in mental health services for adults or older age adults with severe / significant / enduring mental illness Experience of providing a range of evidence-based interventions to people with a variety of mental health problems and serious mental illness.

Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a car for work. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010. The service operates 7 days per week, 8am to 6.30pm. Full or part time (minimum 22.5 hours) roles are available. Annualised hours contracts will be considered. Please see the job description and person specification attached to this advert for more information on the job role.

To ensure confidentiality and security of patient data is maintained at all times in compliance with the Data Protection Act and GDPR To ensure confidentiality of staff, patients and carers is maintained in line with Trust policy. To work closely with team members, provide a flexible service and be willing to assist other staff as and when required. To work as a member of a team with the team administrators and office manager to assist the smooth running of the secretarial and administrative provision and delegation of workload. To attend appropriate mandatory training courses in line with requirements of the role, Health and Safety Regulations and as part of personal development, e.g. systems training, fire awareness training, appraisals. To carry out any other duties as requested by the Team Manager to ensure the quality of service provided by the team. Photocopying, collating and processing information and any similar duties which may be necessary in order to facilitate the secretarial and administrative work. Taking and producing meeting minutes and following actions arising. To undertake any other reasonable tasks as determined by the Office Manager. This post will be fulltime, Monday to Friday 9:00 to 17:00. You will be based at the Warneford Hospital working within one of our three sub-teams. Parking is currently available for staff. If you have any questions about the role or the team, please do get in touch with Dee Kyaagba, Office and Administration Manager, on 07765545451 So, if you have administration experience and are interested in working in a Mental Health setting, this could be the opportunity for you and just the team member we are looking for!

A Vacancy at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


Specialist ward/dept: Theatres, Anaesthetics and Recovery



Specific role requirements:


• Provision of a dignified and safe perioperative environment for patients, colleagues and visitors
• Maintenance of strict aseptic and infection control procedures

Contribution to and participation in the team work of the combined medical, surgical and allied health professional team
• Manage, direct and evaluate the nursing care for a defined caseload of patients.
• Develop skills to provide senior nurse cover for the ward in the absence of the Ward Sister or Charge Nurse and Team Leaders.
• Contribute towards the continuing development of professional nursing practice on the ward.
• Maintain and develop high standards of nursing care, reflecting the beliefs about professional nursing practice and patient care outlined in the ward philosophy
• Develop and maintain specialist knowledge of nursing practice relevant to the clinical area.
• Involve and encourage the patients family and friends to be actively involved in the caring process
• Communicate effectively information to Patient/relatives/carers/ and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Work towards acting as a mentor and role model to others, reflecting the beliefs about professional nursing practice and patient care outlined in the ward philosophy.
• To conduct him/herself in a professional manner and act as a role model to junior staff at all times.
• Is proactive in the timely discharge planning of the patients
• Please read attached job description and person specification in detail.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.



The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.



Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.



JOB PROFILE:


• Manage, direct and evaluate the nursing care for a defined caseload of patients.
• Develop skills to provide senior nurse cover for the ward in the absence of the Ward Sister or Charge Nurse and Team Leaders.
• Contribute towards the continuing development of professional nursing practice on the ward.
• Maintain and develop high standards of nursing care, reflecting the beliefs about professional nursing practice and patient care outlined in the ward philosophy
• Develop and maintain specialist knowledge of nursing practice relevant to the clinical area.
• Involve and encourage the patients family and friends to be actively involved in the caring process
• Communicate effectively information to Patient/relatives/carers/ and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Work towards acting as a mentor and role model to others, reflecting the beliefs about professional nursing practice and patient care outlined in the ward philosophy.
• To conduct him/herself in a professional manner and act as a role model to junior staff at all times.
• Is proactive in the timely discharge planning of the patients




KEY RESULT AREAS:


Clinical Practice:



The post holder will:



Demonstrate and promote a patient centred style of clinical practice. Be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care from admission to discharge.

Respond calmly to emergency situations, maintaining patient safety and seeking immediate support, and supporting the patient, family and other staff as required.



With supervision and assistance, take on increased responsibility within the ward structure, acting as a named nurse recognising own limitations and seeking help appropriately.



As negotiated with Team Leader/ Ward Sister set and maintain standards of practice, conduct and decision making.



Accurately document and report to other members of the nursing team and multi-disciplinary team information regarding the care given to patients, communicating changes as they occur.



Identify and discuss nursing /patient needs with team/ ward staff, patients, carers and the multi-disciplinary team. Be able to plan own workload.



Adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct at all times and practice within the NMC Scope of Professional practice, maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. Adhere to the data protection act.



Demonstrate a problem solving approach to effectively execute planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised plans of care based on a holistic model of care.



Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of Accountability, Responsibility and Duty of Care and work towards the provision of support and education for junior staff on the implications for practice.



Effectively communicate with all patients, visitors and colleagues in order to promote their comfort and wellbeing, demonstrating awareness of barriers to communication and understanding, i.e. deafness and different languages.



Maintain patient dignity and confidentiality at all times.



Leadership and Management:



Develop skills to act as Ward Team Co-ordinator in rotation with other staff, participating in the allocation of workload and ensuring efficient bed management and effective patient care.



Contribute toward ward projects and audits as directed by Ward Manager or deputies.



Be accountable for some specific responsibilities that contribute toward the organisational and administrative work of the ward, as link nurses.



Ensure equipment supplies, disposables and staffing resources are used appropriately when prescribing and implementing care and treatments.



Report untoward incidents such as complaints, clinical emergencies, injury or drug administration errors as detailed in ward and Trust protocols and procedures, aid the ward manager in investigating incidents as required.



Demonstrate an awareness of health and safety regulations that apply to staff and patients in the clinical area and compliance with the procedures.



Maintain and contribute to the development of standards of practice, conduct or decision making in conjunction with team leaders/ward manager/unit co-ordinator.



Discuss personal and professional development needs during an annual appraisal with Team Leader and developing, agreeing and documenting action points in personal development plan.



Ensure that staff present a smart, professional image that enhances the public perception of the Trust and the professionalism of its staff



Education and Training:



To demonstrate a commitment to professional development and maintain registration in line with NMC requirements



Be actively involved in, and support the ward education programme and clinical resource groups.



Complete or be working towards agreed local and Trust competency frameworks within a time frame agreed with the Ward Sister and with the support of a named mentor.



Develop skills to supervise, mentor, support and educate junior nurses in the clinical practice setting



Attend mandatory study days, and others, relevant to their clinical area. Demonstrate a commitment to research based practice and clinical excellence and play an active part in the introduction of research-based change to improve patient centred care.



Develop knowledge and competence in the speciality, using all available resources, e.g. local study sessions, competency frameworks, educational packages etc.



Act as mentor to students and colleagues participating in orientation programmes, guiding practice, assessing competence, enabling and supporting their learning.





Improving Quality and Developing Practice:



Demonstrate a commitment to evidence based practice and clinical excellence. Using these skills works collegiately to promote innovation and work within the nursing team in the provision of an excellent standard of patient care in line with Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) values.



Develop and share own clinical knowledge with other members of the multi-disciplinary team and as relevant with practitioners both locally and nationally.



Act as a role model for the nursing team promoting consistent professional and clinical excellence.



Provide support to more junior and/or less experienced staff.



Participate and develop an understanding of the importance of Clinical Supervision and how this affects practice.



Identify own development needs in line with service requirements and personal development plan. Proactively develop and improve own practice using available resources.



Understand and contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of policies/protocols/guidelines relevant to the specialist area in conjunction with nursing team.



Participate in a culture of audit and research in practice



Keep up to date with professional issues that influence nursing practice relating to the area of clinical practice, management education and research.



Promote and practice, evidence based nursing care, embracing new ideas and changes for the benefit of patient care.



Openly question and challenge nursing practice in a constructive way so that standards of patient care are continually evaluated and improved.



Accept responsibility for own personal and professional growth and for maintaining a record of evidence of professional development experiences within a Personal Professional Portfolio.



Negotiate an area of clinical interest with Team Leader and be proactive in developing own expertise and learning resources for all staff.




This advert closes on Wednesday 6 Nov 2024

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