Total 7 job vacancies by NHS Jobs

Assist in the management of the department on a day to day basis and manage the department in the absence of Chemotherapy unit manager including coordination of patient, allocating staff breaks and being a key link with the consultants and pharmacy team. Assess patients for chemotherapy to ensure their physical condition and blood parameters are satisfactory to safely receive treatment according to treatment protocols / regimes and liaise with medical staff as appropriate. Administer and dispose of intravenous and chemotherapy safely in accordance with Trust and National Guidelines. Provide information regarding treatment and side effects to ensure each patient is prepared for their specific treatment and elicit informed consent. Provide one to one and telephone advice to patients and their families regarding treatment side effects and management of side effects to ensure each patient receives care which is specific and appropriate to their needs. Use good communication skills to enhance and augment patients understanding and adapt information to their specific needs as they progress through treatment. Liaise with other appropriate health care professionals within both hospital and community settings regarding individual patient care to ensure seamless transfer of care between disciplines (or ensure patients needs are being adequately met). Recognise and provide the psychological and emotional support needed by individuals and their families whilst undergoing treatment and refer on to other professionals sensitively and appropriately in order to adequately meet patients needs. Assess patients with difficult venous access and make recommendations for alternative access to ensure patients receive treatment safely and with minimum risk. Ensure safe administration of chemotherapy regimens according to trust protocols Provide follow-up care / maintenance of central venous lines for patients and advise other health care professionals involved as appropriate, to ensure the patients line is safely and adequately cared for in accordance with Trust policy. Administer other intravenous therapies i.e. Blood, bisphosphonates, to patients according to protocols / regimes to ensure therapies are delivered safely and with minimum risk Monitor and instigate care to address / prevent reactions to and complications of treatment including administration of prophylactic agents. Discuss with senior nursing and medical colleagues developments and changes, which affect patients both directly and indirectly. Assist Senior Sister / Charge Nurse in compiling duty rosters and ensuring allocation is organised appropriate to staff experience and skill mix to effectively manage workload and patient dependency. Participate in staff recruitment and retention, training and education. Assist Senior Sister / Charge Nurse in ensuring an appropriate learning environment, which meets university requirements, and that systems are in place to allow all levels of learner to be taught, supervised and assessed appropriately. Assist Senior Sister / Charge Nurse in development of staff induction programmes and ward teaching programmes. Assist Senior Sister / Charge Nurse in ensuring that systems are in place for maintaining practical schemes for mentorship, preceptorship and clinical supervision. Assist Senior Sister / Charge Nurse in ensuring that preceptorship periods are kept within an agreed time frame and that accelerated progression is applied as appropriate for newly qualified bad 5 staff. Assist Senior Sister / Charge Nurse in ensuring all staff undergo competency assessments both initially (when new to ward) and update these regularly in line with Corporate Nursing recommendations. Assist Senior Sister / Charge Nurse in ensuring all staff have their performance reviewed and their development needs met in line with department objectives. Ensure these appraisals are carried out using the appropriate KSF profile and Proforma. Ensure they are logged within ESR by the training staff. Report performance difficulties with staff to the Senior Sister and initiate performance Management / goal setting according to capability or disciplinary policies as appropriate. To support Junior Nurses with their NMC revalidation acting as a confirmer to maintain their professional registration. Provide opportunities for staff support, guidance, advice and counselling. Assist Senior Sister in ensuring annual leave for all staff is managed in accordance with local and Trust policy and in order to meet the needs of the service. Assist Senior Sister in ensuring that the staff absence at work policy is used to manage staff and maintain accurate records. Maintain an up to date understanding of clinical and professional developments within nursing, particularly areas pertinent to the speciality requirements. Provide guidance and teaching for nursing staff, who are not experienced in the specialty / to set, implement and monitor patient care plans. Act in a supportive role to other senior staff and their staff by providing education and information to assist them in caring for trauma / other speciality outliers.

Staff will be expected to understand and support our 4 signature behaviours: JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE To work according to the NMC Code and relevant professional guidelines and frameworks including the 6 Cs as a named nurse / key worker for a defined group of patients and take responsibility for: The assessment of care and health education needs. The development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient. To demonstrate experience and skills in: Clinical Practice Facilitation and teaching Management To ensure effective communication with patients, relatives, carers and the multidisciplinary team. To participate in preceptorship programmes as appropriate and act as a facilitator / mentor / preceptor / role model to less experienced staff To provide supervision, support and education to junior staff, unqualified staff and students. Develop, lead and manage a patient centred nursing service delivered by professional staff ensuring the highest possible standards of care To deputise for the Departmental Manager in her / his absence. To manage and develop new clinics/ lists and staff working within the area. Contribute significantly towards the strategic and operational development of the Unit Support the Departmental Manger in the recruitment and selection process of nursing staff Support the Departmental Manager in the monitoring of sickness absence To be able to work countywide as required by the Directorate / Service RISK ASSESSMENT The post involves manual handling activities and exposure to body fluids and chemicals. May involve some VDU work and individuals may be / are exposed to violence and aggression. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care Responsibilities Acting as a Named Nurse, to maintain accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care within the framework of team nursing. To promote a patient focused approach to care in collaboration with all relevant health professionals. To educate patients and their carers as required where a need has been identified. To provide information which enables patients to make choices about adopting a healthier lifestyle? To complete patient documentation correctly. To work with the Departmental Manager in establishing and monitoring protocols / care pathways. To participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication with patients, relatives and other staff. To support peoples equality, diversity and rights at all times. To safe guard vulnerable adults in accordance with agreed policies and procedures. To ensure that patient safety is maintained by the delegation of patient care to nurses with appropriate level of skill at all times and report any accidents / incidents to the Departmental Manager. Professional Development and Education Responsibilities To develop own teaching skills and participate in staff / student education programmes. To help maintain a suitable learning environment for staff and act as a facilitator in the supervision and teaching of less experienced staff. To attend Trust / local orientation programmes and mandatory training sessions. To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with PREP requirements and to maintain a professional portfolio with evidence of reflective practice. To contribute to annual appraisal and be responsible for own Personal Development Programme, supporting the Departmental Manager in staff appraisals / PDR process. To support the Departmental Manager in the development and implementation of nursing practice guidelines, standards and policies. To provide training and development of the junior staff, student nurses and health care assistants to ensure a high level of nursing care is provided to patients. Maintains accurate records of training and development for all staff within the department, Organise and provide training programmes in accordance with the needs of the department developing training plans annually in conjunction with the Departmental Manager. Professional and Clinical Leadership Responsibilities Deputises for the Departmental Manager and liaises with members of the multi-disciplinary team both within the organisation and with external stakeholders, to ensure care is delivered to the patient both effectively and efficiently Is responsible for leading and co-ordinating the Department in the absence of the Departmental Manager Is actively involved in the dissemination of information to all staff e.g. Team Brief, Unit meetings Acts as an ambassador/role model for the organisation and the nursing profession Maintains their NMC registration, ensuring that own work and the work of other staff always adhere to the NMC code of conduct To promote and deliver Health Education within the clinical area and advise patients, relatives and others in Health Promotion issues where necessary Ensure that high standards of care are maintained within the department and where necessary address issues and instigate change in conjunction with the departmental Manager To prepare duty rota for the department, providing effective and well balanced staff cover to meet the requirements of the service and ensuring presence of a suitably qualified and experienced nurse at all times, taking onto account budgetary constraints. To monitor the safe and effective use of all equipment and the economic use of supplies. To manage the departmental allocated budget effectively to remain within financial constraints. To inform and discuss any nursing issues with Departmental Manager. To support Departmental Manager and Directorate management team in developing the Endoscopy Service and managing requests for scheduling changes within the service. To support the Departmental Manager in the day to day discipline within the department To participate in the workforce development, selection and interviewing of nursing staff within the Directorate. To support departmental manager in the management of staff absence as per Trust policy To devise an induction programme for new staff ensuring all staff have adequate induction and achieve competency in all aspects of endoscopy nursing. Maintains the custody, checking and administration of all drugs in accordance with the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust policy. Facilitates staff meetings, team briefs Orientates staff to the department, developing an orientation plan giving exposure to all areas. Actively assists in the investigation of complaints and draft responses as required. Is responsible for ordering stock and non- stock consumables. Attend meetings in the absence of the Departmental Manager Research and Development Responsibilities To promote nursing practice in line with relevant research. To maintain an awareness of evidence-based practice. To contribute to research and development programmes within the ward / department. Audit, Quality and Risk Management Responsibilities To contribute to the setting and monitoring of measurable standards of care and be accountable for maintaining standards. To maintain awareness of the national, professional and local quality issue relevant to the delivery of nursing services, e.g. Clinical Governance. To uphold quality initiatives that improves customer care and enhances the interface between staff, patients, and visitors. To participate in the audit process for monitoring and reviewing nursing quality. To be aware of personal responsibilities in relation to the maintenance of a safe environment and identification of potential risks for all personnel, patients and visitors, taking action as and when required. To be aware of the role of the nurse in handling complaints in accordance with WAHNT policy. To participate in maintaining a clean environment. To have a responsibility for the maintenance and provision of equipment for all lists, being mindful of infection control, COSHH and Health and Safety policies and procedures. The post holder will familiarise themselves with relevant Trust policies and procedures and comply with these at all times. To identify own training needs, to ensure individual competence in the use of all equipment provided for use. To maintain a safe environment and ensure all appropriate general risk assessments are carried out within 24 hours of admission document and plan care accordingly e.g. manual handling, pressure risks, slips trips and falls, nutrition, safeguarding. Resource Management Responsibilities To develop and maintain an awareness of budgeting, exercising care and economy in the ordering and use of equipment. To assist in the assessment and monitoring of staffing requirements and report problems to the appropriate manager. In the absence of the Departmental Manager be able to undertake clinical / shift management within the department

Phlebotomy, including INRs Measuring and recording the following physiological measurements in routine presentations and when requested by a GP or Nurse Blood pressure checks, pulse rate and rhythm Temperature Height and weight Body Mass Index (BMI) ECG Urinalysis Point of care testing Annual reviews for patients with hypertension Pre-annual review checks for patients with diabetes Basic dressings Vaccinations and injections on completion of appropriate training courses Chaperoning duties Home visits to housebound patients to perform procedures as requested by GPs, to include annual review Processing and management of laboratory samples ready for despatch to the laboratory Cleaning and maintenance of surgical equipment Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions, including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being NHS healthchecks Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well being, including BP home measurement recording

To be part of a busy administrative team for the RIVER NT Neighbourhood team and Behave consistently with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promotes these on day-to-day basis. Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain the highest standards of professionalism. Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves and the quality of their work and the service provides they provide to patients Provide effective and efficient administrative support to the department For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

HCA Required 16 hours per week Northumberland House Surgery in Kidderminster is looking for an enthusiastic HCA to join our friendly, happy, hardworking practice. You will be working in a new purpose-built surgery with great facilities and a consistently Good CQC rating. As a result of the supportive culture within the practice we have a very low staff turnover. Salary: £12 per hour For more information or to apply contact the Practice Manager ruth.pitman1@nhs.net Northumberland House Surgery Hume Street Medical Centre Hume Street Kidderminster DY11 6SF http://www.northumberlandhousesurgery.co.uk Closing date: 9.8.24

Who we're looking for: Must have previous experience working as anHCA in an hospital setting, surgical ward, or ward experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential NVQ Level 3 is desirable Experience in the following: ECGs, taking blood/blood pressures and patient observations is essential UK right to work and based Hours:Full-time 37.5 Hours per week. Rotation of shifts Days, Nights and Weekends.11.5 hours Contract Type: Permanent Benefits We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers Free Bupa wellness screening Private medical insurance Life assurance We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group that has been putting patients at the heart of everything we do for over 40 years. We have 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and confident to work in busy environment. You will be exposed to new challenges and responsibilities to ensure continual professional development. We are looking for someone to predominantly assist with virtual spirometry appointments, meeting and assisting all patients. Other duties could include ECG recording. Phlebotomy Chaperoning duties Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring, and recording Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation and maintenance of stock levels. Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual. Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted. Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being. Assisting GPs during minor ops clinics Vaccinations, including, Covid, Flu & B12 Assisting with Dopplers Pre-assessment observations for chronic disease management ie Diabetes, CHD, LD