Total 18 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Brighton, BN1 2HA

To care for patients within the endoscopy department To ensure patients are suitable for their procedure, by carrying out a full assessment prior to the procedure. By using clinical monitoring to ensure that patient safety is maintained throughout the procedure Assist the endoscopist during endoscopic procedures. To maintain patients airway during procedure The administration of intravenous sedation, analgesia, therapies and blood products The administration of products via a pump To care for patients in the recovery area, monitoring their clinical observations for any adverse events and reporting any deviances to a more senior colleague if necessary. To discharge the patients in a safe and secure manner, ensuring that all aspects of the discharge planning process have been put in place. To participate in out of hours emergency procedures. To provide day to day supervision of more junior and non-registered staff.

You will need to able to drive with a full UK licence and access to a vehicle due to the geographic area covered by the team. Further information is available in the attached job description and person specification. If you would like to discuss this role or find out more, you can contact our Operational Team Lead, Elaria Wahaba.

Effective verbal, non-verbal, and written communication with all members of the multidisciplinary team within own department and relevant departments and both internal and external to the Trust. To discuss content of medical certificate of cause of death (MCCD) with relatives of deceased and in all cases, collect additional information. This may include the need to communicate sensitive information and offer explanations Communicate via all mediums with families, carers, clinical teams, in relation to medical examiner scrutiny and the outcomes of any discussions To assist relatives in identifying appropriate information and additional/further advice and support e.g. Patient Advice Liaison Service, Bereavement Office information and external agencies To ensure any concerns raised by the relatives are escalated as appropriate to the Medical Examiner or Coroners Office in a timely manner Address inappropriate behaviour in others in a professional manner. To participate in meetings with relatives alongside the Medical Examiner and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Service Delivery and Improvement To carry out the initial screening of medical notes of deceased patients to identify cases that clearly require referral to the Coroner To support medical staff in formulation cause of deathSupport colleagues to develop confidence in communication skills around death certification and the Medical Examiner Office. To work with the Medical Examiner to ensure proper and proportionate scrutiny of medical notes To act autonomously in identifying and reporting cases to HM Coroner when medical staff/Medical Examiner are not available. To manage own workload ensuring project timescales are adhered to. To establish clear and effective channels for communicating and co operating with all departments, wards and relevant professionals. To maintain an accurate and effective record keeping system in line with Information Governance Policies and National Medical ExaminerDevelop protocols, guidelines and policy for the efficient running of the Medical Examiner office in scrutinising acute and non-acute deaths. Responsible for the procurement of physical assets & supplies. Responsible for the delivery of cost effective care in relation to equipment and resources used in the course of work.Responsibility to consider implications of service development. Ensure resources are used efficiently and cost effectively, implementing new initiatives where possible to improve patient experience. Responsible for ensuring the effective use and maintenance of stock and equipment in line with the workload requirements.

We are looking for an experienced Medical Secretary to work as part of our friendly and versatile Digestive Diseases secretarial team. You will be based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton. You must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to communicate with NHS colleagues, patients and relatives by email, telephone and face to face. You must be able to priorities your workload, be good at time management and have the ability to meet deadlines. You must be adaptable and have the ability to embrace change. You must have 2 years experience of a secretarial/administrative role Knowledge of working in a hospital environment or similar environment is desirable but not essential. We are happy to consider a job share if appropriate and suitable candidates are available.

Join Our Bighearted Care Team at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes!

Position: RGN- Days or Nights

Location: Maycroft Manor

Type: Full Time- 48hrs

Salary: £23.57 per hour. £2,000 Joining Bonus (t&cs apply)

At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we live for every moment, cherishing the privilege of aging and embracing it with open arms. Since our inception in 1997, we've dedicated ourselves to celebrating and supporting individuals to thrive in later life. With 22 care homes across England and Wales, we're committed to delivering exceptional care, filled with warmth, compassion, and a person-centered approach.

As a family-run provider, we understand the importance of nurturing relationships, and that's why our care revolves around family values. Each of our homes is equipped with innovative facilities and supported by a dedicated care team, ensuring a comfortable stay alongside the highest quality care available.

The Role: Registered Nurse

Join us as a Registered Nurse, where you'll play a pivotal role in delivering outstanding clinical care to our residents. As a Registered Nurse, you'll leverage your robust clinical knowledge and exceptional people skills to elevate standards in relationship-centered care, clinical excellence, and dementia care throughout our home.

Your Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the Clinical Care Manager to oversee clinical care, ensuring continuous assessment, planning, and evaluation.
Lead our clinical team, aligning them with the Hallmark vision and principles.
Contribute to the regular audit of care plans, ensuring they meet residents' specific needs.
Foster effective communication with residents, families, and team members.
What We're Looking For:

Outstanding individuals who embody our extraordinary team spirit.
Ethical professionals who always do things the right way, guided by our Charter.
Qualified RN/RGN/RMN with experience in delivering high-quality, relationship-centred care.
Knowledgeable in dementia care, passionate about making a difference.
Reap the Rewards:

Your dedication and hard work will be celebrated with a competitive salary, outstanding training and development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. But that's not all! Here's what else you can expect:

Valued as our Greatest Asset: Be part of a values-driven company that puts people first.
Skyrocket Your Career: Avail yourself of industry-leading training and development, propelling your career to new heights.
Wellness Matters: Enjoy excellent benefits, including a pension, life assurance, and optional healthcare.
Exclusive Perks: Embrace our rewards and discount scheme – Hallmark Rewards.
Balance is Key: Experience a fulfilling work-life balance, nurturing your well-being.
If you're ready to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd want for your loved ones, join us at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes—where every moment matters, and everyone is valued.

Hallmark Luxury Care Homes is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and in the workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional options, you’d like to request in making your application, please contact the recruitment team on 01277 314191 or send an email to Recruitment@hallmarkcarehomes.co.uk

Job summary a) To deliver multi-professional high quality care in the community, working with patients towards rehabilitation, self-management and independencethroughout the continuum of care.b) To participate in a team of colleagues supporting evidence based care,facilitating staff learning and development. Communication and working relationships a) Working in partnership, the post-holder communicates effectively with patients and their carers, the multi-disciplinary team and other key stakeholders on a range of complex health care matters, issues, ideas and situations.b) Acts as an information resource for patients, multi-disciplinary colleagues and other stakeholders. Responsible for signposting and referring individuals, families, carers and communities to the most appropriate agencies/services to support their needs.c) The post-holder may experience challenge in gaining concordance with the patient, families, or carers for any treatment plan. They may also experience resistance from other colleagues to an agreed action, or treatment option. Strong negotiating and influencing skills may be required. Key responsibilities a) Holistically assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care whilst workingin an integrated manner with the multi-disciplinary team.b) Empower patients to work as partners in their care respecting individualchoice and difference and encouraging self-care where able. Supportingpatients in a programme of self-care/enablement. Main tasks a) Holistic assessment and care planning.b) Individualised care and the promotion of self-care.c) Safe and effective review and referral to the appropriate member of themultidisciplinary team.d) Effective delegation and prioritisation of workload.e) Professional development as required to maintain area of practice, and asnegotiated in supervision.f) An awareness of health, safety and security risks.g) Engagement in service provision and change.

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you view this document and use it when completing the application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the "job description and main responsibilities" section below.

Staff Nurse - Ward (Bank) Brighton Hospital | Nursing | Bank | Part Time | Includes weekend work Up to £25.00 per hour depending on experience Nuffield Health is the charity that's building a healthier nation, one day at a time. From award-winning hospitals and leisure facilities to flagship community programmes - we'll do whatever it takes to look after the UK's wellbeing. It starts with passion and commitment to quality. It starts with you. As a Staff Nurse on the Elective Surgical Ward at our Brighton Hospital, you'll drive the standard in patient care. You're registered with the appropriate governing body, plus you bring the qualifications and experience that are relevant to your registration, including NMC. You also have post-registration experience. As a Staff Nurse - Ward, you will: Be flexible, motivated, an excellent communicator and team worker. Join a close-knit team headed by our matron on our consultant-led ward. Fully understand and pay close attention to each patient's needs. Work directly with some of the best clinical talent around. Gain valuable experience of new practices, equipment and facilities. Collaborate with practitioners across other departments to ensure continuity in patient care. 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 Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, Access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £15.00 a month. Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. Nuffield Health Brighton Hospital. At Nuffield Health Brighton Hospital, we work with leading medical Consultants to provide first-class treatments and high standards of care for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of medical and surgical conditions using the latest facilities and technology. We take pride in delivering high standards of patient care to both private patients and the NHS. Our facilities include 44 purpose built en-suite rooms, three operating theatres and an endoscopy theatre. Other facilities include physiotherapy, health screening, diagnostics and a dental suite. We are located in Woodingdean, on the east side of Brighton with easy access by rail and road, including free parking. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

Staff Nurse - Ward (Bank) Brighton Hospital | Nursing | Bank | Part Time | Includes weekend work Up to £25.00 per hour depending on experience Nuffield Health is the charity that's building a healthier nation, one day at a time. From award-winning hospitals and leisure facilities to flagship community programmes - we'll do whatever it takes to look after the UK's wellbeing. It starts with passion and commitment to quality. It starts with you. As a Staff Nurse on the Elective Surgical Ward at our Brighton Hospital, you'll drive the standard in patient care. You're registered with the appropriate governing body, plus you bring the qualifications and experience that are relevant to your registration, including NMC. You also have post-registration experience. As a Staff Nurse - Ward, you will: Be flexible, motivated, an excellent communicator and team worker. Join a close-knit team headed by our matron on our consultant-led ward. Fully understand and pay close attention to each patient's needs. Work directly with some of the best clinical talent around. Gain valuable experience of new practices, equipment and facilities. Collaborate with practitioners across other departments to ensure continuity in patient care. 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 Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, Access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £15.00 a month. Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. Nuffield Health Brighton Hospital. At Nuffield Health Brighton Hospital, we work with leading medical Consultants to provide first-class treatments and high standards of care for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of medical and surgical conditions using the latest facilities and technology. We take pride in delivering high standards of patient care to both private patients and the NHS. Our facilities include 44 purpose built en-suite rooms, three operating theatres and an endoscopy theatre. Other facilities include physiotherapy, health screening, diagnostics and a dental suite. We are located in Woodingdean, on the east side of Brighton with easy access by rail and road, including free parking. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

The principal SLT role provides strategic and day to day leadership to the neurodevelopmental assessment service and the Transforming care autism team together with clinical expertise in Speech, Language and Communication assessment in the field of neurodevelopmental services and mental health. The principal SLT is a core member of the NDS senior leadership team and SLT mental health leadership team. Core role: Developing a clear account of the role of SLT in the ND assessment process within limited resources and working with the leadership team to address this. Contributing fully to the ongoing development of an all age ND pathway with the ICB. Leading and developing the role of SLT in the Transforming care autism team as part of the MDT. This role requires the need for flexibility to visit and assess patients who are, occasionally, out of area. Hold a clinical caseload of autistic people aged 14 years plus with complex mental health needs. Job Purpose: Continue to establish the role of SLT is in NDS assessments within SPFT working collaboratively with SLT leads across Divisions and services. Work with the NDS leadership team and the ICB to build business cases for additional resources to be able to deliver the NHSE operational model for NDS assessments as part of the developing all age ND pathway in the ICB. Establish a clear pathway for SLT assessment and differential diagnosis of communication need within the ND assessment process across divisions and services. Lead the SLT team in the Transforming care autism service - developing the service further and providing clinical and professional supervision to other SLTs in the service. Provide joint supervision to SLTs with the service manager regarding caseload management and prioritisation. Clinical supervision of other SLTs within TCAT and those working in other services contributing to ND assessments as required/ agreed with Clinical lead NDS. To hold a specialist caseload of autistic people with complex mental health needs in TCAT. To develop support and training to upskill others in recognising and managing risks in relation to eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties and making referrals as needed. To ensure appropriate referrals for eating, drinking, swallowing assessments are made if required. To develop and deliver training programmes as required in relation to social communication needs relating to autism and other ND conditions in order build capacity in the wider system.

Are you a current Pharmacist looking for your next step? Are you eager to lead a fantastic team and make a difference in the Superdrug community? If so this role may be exactly what you are looking for.

Job Title: Pharmacy Manager

Location: Brighton Western
Hours: 44.75 hours per week – alternate Saturdays (we will consider candidates looking for part time hours)
Salary: £59,000 – negotiable depending on experience


Healthcare at Superdrug

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

What’s in it for you?

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

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

The Role

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

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

About You

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

Job Description & Personal Specification Job Title: Enhanced Nurse, Diabetic Care Specialist Date: 17th October 2024 Salary: £40,000 - £42,000 Contract: 37.5 Hours Per Week Monday Friday Location: Working across 5 Practices in Preston Park PCN Reports to: PCN Operations Manager and Clinical Director Job Summary The Diabetic Enhanced Nurse will provide specialist care and support to patients with diabetes as part of Preston Park PCN. The role involves managing complex diabetic cases, providing education, and promoting self-management to improve patient outcomes. Working closely with the wider primary care team, the Diabetic Enhanced Nurse will ensure that high-quality, evidence-based care is delivered, following best practices in diabetes management. Please ensure you meet the essential criteria and are level 7 qualified. Core Hours 37.5 Hours Per Week, part time hours are also available Key Responsibilities 1. Lead in the management of patients with Type 1, Type 2 and complex diabetes, including those requiring insulin therapy or complex regimes. 2. Conduct comprehensive diabetes assessments, including glycaemic control, cardiovascular risk management and complications screening. 3. Develop and implement individualised care plans to optimise blood sugar control, reduce complications and improve quality of life. 4. Educate patients and their families/carers on diabetes management, including diet, exercise, medication adherence, and monitoring. 5. Provide training in blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration, and understanding the role of diet in diabetes control. 6. Support patients in achieving lifestyle changes to manage their condition effectively, focusing on long-term outcomes. 7. Serve as the clinical expert within the practice and the ARRS team, providing training and support to other healthcare professionals. 8. Ensuring the implementation of the latest clinical guidelines and best practices. 9. Provide expert guidance to the wider primary care team on the management of diabetic patients. 10. Participate in clinical meetings and contribute to case discussion on complex diabetic care. 11. Collaborate with GPs, pharmacists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care for diabetic patients. 12. Liaise with secondary care specialists, such as endocrinologists and diabetes clinics, to ensure seamless transitions of care for patients requiring advanced management. 13. Lead or participate in multidisciplinary case reviews for complex diabetic patients. 14. Contribute to the ongoing development of diabetes services within the practice, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance patient outcomes. 15. Participate in audits and data collection to monitor clinical performance and outcomes in diabetes management. 16. Help the practice meet national diabetes targets, such as QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) and local commissioning requirements. 17. Maintain accurate, detailed clinical records of patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes in line with practice protocols. 18. Develop comprehensive diabetes care plans that are personalised to each patient, reviewing and adjusting them regularly. 19. Ensure patient care plans align with overall treatment goals, including cardiovascular health, weight management, and lifestyle modification. 20. Provide training and education to other healthcare professionals within the practices on diabetes management, ensuring they are up to date with current best practices. 21. Actively participate in your own professional development, attending relevant training sessions, conferences, and maintaining clinical knowledge through continuous professional development (CPD). 22. Conduct home visits for housebound diabetic patients when necessary to assess their condition and provide care. 23. Utilise remote monitoring tools, including digital health technologies, to support patients in managing their diabetes effectively at home. 24. Contribute to the development and review of diabetes care protocols within the practice to ensure compliance with local and national guidelines. 25. Identify patients at risk of diabetes complications, such as foot disease, cardiovascular disease, or diabetic nephropathy, and take proactive measures to reduce these risks. 26. Participate in clinical governance activities, ensuring that the diabetes service meets regulatory standards and promotes patient safety and care quality. The list of duties in the job description should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There will be other duties and requirements associated with the job and the right to update the job description from time to time to reflect changes in or to the job. Essential Skills/Knowledge/Experience Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration Postgraduate certification or diploma at Level 7 in Diabetes Care Extensive experience in managing diabetes care, including complex cases such as insulin initiating and adjustment. Strong understanding of diabetes pathophysiology, treatment options, and lifestyle interventions for managing the condition. Excellent communication skills to educate and support patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in both primary and secondary care settings. Experience in primary care or community settings. Desirable Skills/Knowledge/Experience An understanding of general practice clinical systems Participation in wound care research or quality improvement initiatives

The Role Express new ideas, take initiative and save lives. Others talk about being brave, at IC24, were made that way. From providing high quality integrated urgent care for over six million people, to thinking of innovative solutions for our patients every role at IC24 is made to be brave. The Clinical Pharmacy in General Practice program aims to transform care by integrating pharmacy roles within primary care to deliver patient-centered, coordinated services. This model aligns with national policies, such as the Five Year Forward View and GP Forward View, to leverage pharmacy expertise in helping patients stay safe, healthy, and out of hospitals, while reducing demands on general practices. Pharmacy technicians, while distinct from clinical pharmacists as they do not prescribe or make clinical decisions, play a crucial role in the primary care network (PCN) team by supporting medication management and optimizing medicine use under supervision. Their responsibilities include clinical, technical, and administrative tasks to enhance safe, cost-effective prescribing, improve repeat prescription processes, and minimize waste. Additionally, they promote medicines optimization, support adherence to NICE guidelines, and help the PCN meet national standards and therapeutic advancements, ultimately enhancing patient care quality. Key Responsibilities: Undertake patient facing and patient supporting roles to ensure effective medicines use, through shared decision-making conversations with patients. Carry out medicines optimisation tasks including effective medicine administration (e.g. checking inhaler technique), supporting medication reviews and medicines reconciliation. Where required, utilise consultation skills to work in partnership with patients to ensure they use their medicines effectively. Provide expertise to address both the public health and social care needs of patients, including lifestyle advice, service information, and help in tackling local health inequalities. Manage shared care protocols and liaise with Clinical Pharmacists for more complex patients. Support the PCN multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient medicines optimisation processes are being followed. Essential qualifications and experience: Experience of working as a qualified, registered pharmacy technician in primary care, community, or hospital pharmacy. Registered as a pharmacy professional with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Meets GPhC qualification and training standards required for pharmacy technician registration. Enrolled in, pursuing, or qualified from an approved training program, such as the Primary Care Pharmacy Educational Pathway (PCPEP) or Medicines Optimisation in Care Homes (MOCH) Demonstrates evidence of ongoing professional development (CPD) Skilled in analyzing and interpreting prescribing data. Who are we? We are Integrated Care 24 (IC24), the leading not for profit Social Enterprise providing innovative and patient focused primary care services. IC24 is committed to improving access to health and social care for our patients and reducing the demand on secondary care services. IC24 provides services to over 6 million patients, including Integrated urgent care, community care and primary care. Location Brighton Hours Available 37.5 hours per week Term Permanent Whats in it for you:- Annual salary of £30,400 per annum. Additional annual leave above statutory minimum based on service Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme Free 24/7 independent counselling service Learning and development opportunities Free membership to our reward and discount platform Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of an enhanced DBS disclosure and two references. For a job description and person specification please see below. We celebrate brave ideas and brave people. careers.ic24.org.uk We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all people and we particularly encourage applications from ethnic minorities, applicants with a disability and those from other under-represented groups. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team oncareers@ic24.nhs.uk.

Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Responsibilites Address the needs of individuals to bring about improvement in the health and wellbeing of patients through the delivery of evidence based care. Manage a designated group of patients on a shift by shift basis. Model excellent practice through the development of effective assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care. Articulate source of evidence on which care is based. Articulate the decision making process underlying the management of own time and the patient workload. Use available technology and patient record and parent/carers knowledge to identify changes in condition of the child and initiate appropriate action whilst reporting changes to the appropriate individual. Include children and carers as participating partners in planned care activities. Initiate and develop plans for health promotion with individuals involving parents/carers and multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrate involvement in a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of nutrition to the health and well-being of children. Demonstrate an awareness of the needs of all children in designated area and communicate these to other members of the multi professional team. Demonstrate competency in specific clinical skills appropriate to the area this may include venepuncture, cannulation, ECG recording, and sweat testing. Support peoples equality, diversity and rights in accordance with UHSussex policy. Communication Maintain effective communication with carers about routine and daily activities of the children in designated area. Negotiate sensitively with children and their carers particularly if there are any barriers to understanding. Behave in a consistent manner with children and their carers, multi-disciplinary team and the public. Communicate with children in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development and their carers. Articulate current status of all children in their care to nurse in charge on each shift, if in charge then to the childrens services bleep holder as required and to the multi-disciplinary team. Demonstrate use of basic IT skills to complete details of admission/discharge of patients. Write precise, accurate and timely nursing records. Listen actively and respond appropriately to information given. Take part in and leads shift handovers ensuring relevant detail is communicated to the team. Recognise when own and others (staff, children and carers) behaviour is not acceptable and take action to address this effectively. Management/organisation Maintain an age and development appropriate environment that promotes safety, security and optimal health for the child and his family. Undertake a designated link nurse role for the clinical area as required. Take part in mandatory audit as designated by Ward Manager, e.g. Essence of Care. Take part in Unit meetings. Demonstrate prudent use of resources in (stores, disposable equipment). Demonstrate an awareness of resource procurement for the children in their care. Take part in effective partnership working to facilitate timely transfers and discharges of children in accordance with UHSussex policy. Liase effectively with colleagues, the multi disciplinary team and other departments to enable timely management of patient throughput. Prioritise care and delegate duties to other staff as appropriate. Lead the shift on a regular basis and in the absence of a more senior nurse. Prioritise care and delegate duties to others as appropriate ensuring they are supervised taking into account knowledge, skills and abilities of others. Education and Training Accept responsibility for maintaining own professional development. Attend statutory and mandatory training days as required by UHSussex. Maintain up to date knowledge on issues pertaining to child protection. Undertake further training to enable development of role. Take part in own appraisal and the mentorship of others. Provide a learning environment for other staff/children/carers with a requirement to supervise and assess students on ward placement. (Undertake further competency based training in order to achieve this.) Teach and assess staff, students ,children and carers using a competency based framework following appropriate training. Service Development Contribute to the implementation of the National Service Framework for Children. Take part in the UHSussex strategy for nursing. Adhere to Trust policies pertaining to Infection Control. Support peoples equality, diversity and rights in accordance with UHSussex policy. Complete locally agreed competency programme. Take part in the Essence of Care (Department Of Health). Demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance. Adhere to UHSussex Core Values. Risk Management Recognise and take action to prevent situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individual. Demonstrate an understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Demonstrate an understanding of Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health guidelines. Demonstrate an understanding of actions to be taken in the event of a fire or other emergency. Demonstrate an understanding of correct moving and handling procedures (this must be done with the key worker in the department in line with UHSussex policy). Adhere to all other UHSussex policies, guidelines and protocols. Complete documentation relevant to clinical risk management, e.g. safecode, statements, etc.

Responsible and accountable for the delivery of patient care in the designated specialist area and to influence practice within the MDT. Work on own initiative to undertake a wide range of duties relating to specialist area, backed up by professional skills and knowledge, including being able to respond in the event of an adverse reaction. Be highly skilled and competent in the comprehensive assessment of patients using theoretical knowledge and a wide range of experience to assess needs and administer care to support recovery. Devise individual patient-led treatment plans using clinical reasoning, current evidence and a wide range of treatment skills. Co-ordinate interventions which may include other disciplines through case management, multidisciplinary team meetings, integrated teams within the hospital and in the community and goal setting meetings. Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate and that all information is stored and maintained appropriately by keeping databases and records updated. Plan and implement sessions of care based on sound theoretical knowledge and evidence. Ensure the use of a clinical governance framework and resources to guide practice, participating in supervision and reflection on clinical practice Bring excellent clinical judgemental skills to the analysis and interpretation of a range of clinical options regarding patient care. ***Please see Job description for a more comprehensive list of responsibilities***