Total 232 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Cumbria, LA14 1AF

Job Summary Are you passionate about the delivery of high-quality nursing care In a Wound Clinic setting. Does wound healing and wound aetiology fascinate you We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Nurse Associate to fulfil an integral role within the wound care service within Barrow Together PCN The working hours will be predominantly out of hours, evenings and weekends. As this specialised service develops there may be the scope to expand to other services. Key Objectives and Requirements To undertake all duties in line with the training and instruction provided by the Practice Nurse and General Practitioners Undertake simple dressing procedures/complex dressings/compression following practice guidelines and using aseptic technique Undertake doppler assessment (subject to training, knowledge and experience) Ensure adequate stock levels in stock room specific to wound care Ensure adequate infection control procedures in treatment room Maintain accurate patient records Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care Have the ability to understand when to seek advice and refer patient to other health professionals To continue with professional development Participate in meetings as required within the practice and the PCN Have the ability to manage workload independently Work closely with all members of the team across all the practices within the PCN Training and Education Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work This job description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and his/her manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.

Key Objectives and Requirements The Role of the Nursing Associate is to be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centred, compassionate care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, or other registered healthcare professional, for patients attending for sexual, reproductive and HIV health care. With a focus on promoting health. The role encompasses clinical duties including direct patient care and having the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals care plan. Be an accountable professional, working within the parameters of the Nurse Associate role, as per NMC guidance, and your scope of competence, accessing clinical and care advice as needed. Carry out specific clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction of a registered nurse or other registered healthcare professional, dependent on the setting. Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS values. Other aspects include housekeeping and administration duties which involve overseeing the maintenance of a safe environment for both patients and staff. Work as part of a designated clinical team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient. Contribute to the planning of care delivery in association with the Registered Nurse. Contribute to on-going assessments recognising when it is necessary to refer to others for reassessment and action. Demonstrate the ability to recognise the deteriorating patient or other situations that require escalation to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice. Implement and evaluate individual care / treatment plans. Improve the quality of care by contributing to the continuous monitoring of patients care. Accept delegated responsibility from the Registered Nurse to monitor individual plans of care to meet the immediate and ongoing needs of patients. Undertake a range of agreed clinical skills once trained and deemed competent including: Venepuncture and phlebotomy skills including HIV Point of Care Testing Urinalysis. Pregnancy testing. Taking patient observations and measurements including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, weight as required. Staining and reading microscopy slides. Managing and processing specimens. Chaperoning and assisting clinicians with examination and procedures for patients. Speculum examination to obtain samples e.g. for cervical smear taking (cervical cytology), trichomonas test of cure, gonorrhoea culture. Taking genital samples. Care of HIV outpatients including blood taking, cervical smear taking, recording vital signs and physical details, measuring BMD using the heel scanner. . Completing HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis follow up consultations. Intramuscular injections. Be competent in giving Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and HPV vaccines according to existing PCN SOP and national guidelines. Administer medicine within the limitations of the role, in line with scope of practice in accordance with NMC Code and PCN policy. This will include the administration of oral, intramuscular, topical and subdermal medication when deemed competent. To competently administer treatment for a range of sexually transmitted infections under PSD according to PCN and national guidelines. Administer medications in line with PCN medicine management policy. Demonstrate the ability to recognise the effects of medicines, side effects, drug sensitivity, contraindications adverse reactions and allergies. Responsible for contributing to the clinical environment which promotes a positive patient experience and care, promoting privacy and dignity at all times. Educate patients and families about sexual health & HIV related illness, conditions and medication under the direct / indirect supervision of the Registered Nurse. Training and Education Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development. Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work. This job description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and his/her manager.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a Clinical Lead Nurse to the CMHT Older Adults in Furness.

This integrated CMHT provides a Memory Assessment Service, care for patients with more complex needs associated with both functional and organic illness, Care Home and Hospital Liaison. The unique set-up of these integrated teams allows a seamless delivery of care for patients throughout all stages of their illness, and a collaborative approach within the team.

We are seeking an experienced registered mental health nurse with a desire to work with people with older adults with mental health needs. The ideal candidate will be able to provide expert clinical knowledge and interventions for patients with complex needs, and clinical supervision across the team. They will ensure effective clinical oversight, so that quality is maintained. They will also have a desire to learn, through continuous improvement, and promote best practice within the team.
The team serves the population of the Furness Peninsula at the edge of the Lake District and has its base in Barrow-in-Furness. It is an established team with a friendly and supportive culture. There is a visible and supportive leadership team who are committed to clinical supervision and professional development.
You will be working with an established multi-disciplinary team in busy clinics and patients homes, therefore a car driver essential for this post.

• Provide expert clinical knowledge and interventions, advice, support and supervision in the Community Mental Health Team to colleagues, service users, families and carers.
• To ensure clinical caseloads are managed working in partnership with team leaders, through effective clinical oversight, clinical audit, and clinical pathways to promote recovery.
• To ensure we are always learning, through continuous improvements, and to promote Best Practice within community teams.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.
The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.
Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.

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


This advert closes on Tuesday 10 Dec 2024

Long Term Assessment and Review Service The Adult Social Care Long Term Service is for people, aged 18+ who are living in the community and have been identified as having long term care and support needs.

This service will work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders from across the health and social care system and third sector and voluntary groups in Cumbria in ways that recognise strengths, promotes independence and prevents, reduces or delays the need for formal long term care and support provision.

Assessments and reviews will be undertaken in a strengths-based way that maximises the use of social capital and community based assets. The Service will work across health, social care and third sector organisations with a primary focus upon ensuring that all support plans:-

* include robust contingency plans that promote personal resilience to manage temporary changes in need/circumstance

* demonstrate how people will meet their needs from a range of sources, including friends, family, third sector, the community, equipment or assistive technology. Personal budgets will only be allocated for the provision of formal support for identified unmet needs. Safeguarding Service The Adult Social Care Safeguarding Service role is to empower and protect those individual's aged 18+ to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect.

Complex Mental Health Care Assistant

Excellent pay rates from £13.00 - £14.50 per hour PLUS HOLIDAY PAY & PENSION

Alcedo Care has been rated top 20 homecare provider in the UK for the past 5 years by our clients, a testament to the work of our amazing care teams. We’re a family owned company, and operate with family values at the heart of everything we do

Weekly pay, FRIDAY PAYDAY!

Do you have experience in a residential setting, home care setting, educational setting or personal care experience for a family or friend?

We are looking for Complex Mental Health Support Workers to provide outstanding care to both adults and children within their own homes in Barrow-In-Furness and surrounding areas.

As a Complex Mental Health Support Worker you will be supporting individuals with a range of needs including;

• Autism and learning difficulties support
• Positive behavioural support
• Social interaction and educational enrichment
• Mental health support
• Social interaction and educational enrichment
• Personal care and toileting

Working with Alcedo Care’s Homecare team gives you:

• Excellent rates of pay from £14.00 - £14.50 per hour for complex rates.
• Weekly pay, every Friday.
• Pension + Holiday Pay + Mileage £0.30p for vehicle drivers.
• Full PPE provided.
• Referral bonuses for you and any friends you refer to us, that we employ.
• Free mental wellbeing support available 24/7
• Fantastic training program including online/practical training.
• Blue Light Card, offering thousands of discounts on things from groceries to holidays!
• Genuine healthcare career progression opportunities, including full support to complete NVQ qualifications.

You must be 18 to apply for this role and it is subject to an enhanced DBS check. You will also be required to provide satisfactory professional and/or character references.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Long Term Assessment and Review Service The Adult Social Care Long Term Service is for people, aged 18+ who are living in the community and have been identified as having long term care and support needs.

This service will work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders from across the health and social care system and third sector and voluntary groups in Cumbria in ways that recognise strengths, promotes independence and prevents, reduces or delays the need for formal long term care and support provision.

Assessments and reviews will be undertaken in a strengths-based way that maximises the use of social capital and community based assets. The Service will work across health, social care and third sector organisations with a primary focus upon ensuring that all support plans:-

* include robust contingency plans that promote personal resilience to manage temporary changes in need/circumstance

* demonstrate how people will meet their needs from a range of sources, including friends, family, third sector, the community, equipment or assistive technology. Personal budgets will only be allocated for the provision of formal support for identified unmet needs. Safeguarding Service The Adult Social Care Safeguarding Service role is to empower and protect those individual's aged 18+ to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect.

Interested in a career as a Cardiology Specialist Nurse ?

An opportunity has arisen to work as a Full time Cardiology specialist nurse at Furness General Hospital.

We are keen to receive applications from people wanting to develop their cardiac knowledge, having completed the educational module they would be working alongside our established in cardiology specialist nursing team.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with previous cardiology experience, excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The successful candidate will be educated to degree level.

Applicants should be willing to undertake necessary training courses and modules and have some previous experience of cardiology/cardiac nursing.

This post involves face to face contact with patients and their families in an acute setting by delivering clinics and assessing patients on the wards.

The successful candidate will be expected to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised programmes of evidence-based care (pharmacological and non-pharmacological management) and provide specialist advice to patients, carers/relatives.





We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.





To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/


This advert closes on Thursday 5 Dec 2024

Our Client is one of the leading Industrial Services Companies in Europe and work on many large Energy sites. They provide many services including Mechanical and Electrical, Scaffolding, Industrial painting and Insulation.
They are looking for a qualified Health and Safety Manager on their larger projects on a Nuclear Decommissioning Site in Cumbria

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  Advise and assist site management in the preparation of Safety & Environmental Plans, Risk Assessments and method statements for various projects in line with client SLA's / KPI's.
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  Work with on site management in the development, delivery, implementation and maintenance of Business Unit specific HSE policies and procedures
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  Prepare safety and environmental reports as required
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  Conduct safety and environmental audits and inspections in accordance with the Integrated Management system
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  Prepare and deliver training courses / tool box talks to ensure full knowledge of H&S requirements and techniques
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  Report to Line Management of HSE activities
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  Conduct loss event investigations and prepare reports for internal / external purposes
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  Provide HSE advice and direction to on site management, staff and contractors
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  Assist site management in the periodic preparation and presentation of seminars/training for clients, own employees and other interested parties/stakeholders
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  Sharing information, suggestions and observations to create consistency throughout the Company
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  Assist other members of the team in across business unit audits
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  Meeting company Occupational Health and Safety goals
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  Liaise with Health & Safety stewards on a regular basis ensuring consultation and participation of workforce.
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  Drive behavioural culture change programs

This is an excellent role in a permanent capacity with a leading company.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

What are the results and outcomes this role is to achieve? The post holder undertakes training and passes competence assessment to deliver diabetes education Diabetes education is delivered in an inclusive and interactive manner which allows for questions and discussion on the topics covered Delivery of education is patient centred and allows for a variety of learning styles to support cognitive learning The educator introduces and covers each topic following the curriculum closely Educators reflect on the session, identify what went well, what went less well and what changes could be made. Any reasonable duties shall be undertaken to achieve the above. What performance measures are necessary to measure the above? Undertake a structured training programme and pass a competency assessment to enable delivery of the course following the curriculum Annual observation and reaccreditation process Achieve a consistently high patient feedback score Principal Responsibilities Delivery of interactive structured diabetes education programmes in accordance with the set curriculum and lesson plan Use a range of sound teaching and learning techniques to improve participants ability to self manage their diabetes Ensure the course is delivered using the most up to date programme content Understand the administration and course organisation process undertaken by the administ Ensure all paperwork is completed, eg, attendance sheet, quality of live questionnaires, goal setting ad action plans and satisfaction surveys Specific Skills/Competencies/Qualifications/Person Specification Experience of delivering health education Sound clinical knowledge and understanding of diabetes Excellent teamwork and communication skills This document is current at the date of signature. However, amendments may be made from time to time to meet business requirements.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialty doctor in Geriatrics at FGH.

The job would be based within the care of the elderly team.

The orthopaedic care at FGH is provided on ward 2- a 24 bedded ward. Patients are admitted and remain under the care of the orthopaedic team with input from the orthogeriatric service which comprises a specialty doctor and nurse practitioner. The post holder would be expected to review patients with fractured neck of femur and organise a medical plan for their care as well as liaise with orthopaedic colleagues and anaesthetic staff.

Communication with family members would be a significant part of the role as well as understanding of frailty and post operative complications in elderly patients.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced clinician who is keen to further their knowledge and understanding of elderly care as well as understanding of trust and NHS processes for leading change.

Applicants are encouraged to clearly exhibit how they meet our criteria in their applications.
The trust is committed to negotiating a suitable relocation package and we can discuss your individual needs on application.

Main duties would include:

· Caring for fractured neck of femur patients along the NOF pathway in conjunction with the care of the elderly consultants and orthogeriatric nurse practitioners.

· Regular input into Abbey View (a nurse led step down unit) supported by nurse practitioners and the medical team.

· Clinic experience in the weekly falls clinic and monthly bone health clinic for fractured NOF patients.

· Opportunities to work with the front door frailty team as time allows.

As well as a clinical role, this post would offer experience in service development and leadership as these areas within the hospital are undergoing change.

You will ensure that all clinical activity is recorded accurately and comprehensively and submitted via the clinical system (currently Lorenzo.)

The post holder will be required to manage their own time effectively and flexibly as required in working across the clinical pathway.

We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/


This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Dec 2024

Health, Safety & Environmental Manager
West Cumbria / Lake District (CA28)

Commutable from - Carlisle, Keswick, Workington, Maryport, Whitehaven, Millom, Penrith
£45,000-£50,000

Benefits:-

• 9% Private Pension, X4 Life Assurance
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Our client is a leading packaging manufacturer, part of a multi-billion-pound global group, with a reputation for product quality, which is second to none and industry leading standards. They are looking for a Health, Safety & Environmental Manager to develop their site HSE strategy.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Maintain and build on all health, safety and environmental standards, processes & procedures
• Coach supervisors and managers on best practice across HSE
• Management of the EHS and ISO14001 environmental strategy
• Make sure the site remains legally compliant in all aspects of HSE - ISO14001 & ISO4500 Standard
• Investigate accidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Manage site procedures & standards for risk assessments, SSOW, control & monitoring hazards, substances, work equipment, PPE, manual handling
• Health & safety inductions with contractors and new members of staff
• Determine actions p

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Must have experience in a similar HSE Manager position
• Beneficial to have worked in some form of manufacturing industry
• Must have NEBOSH General Certificate & IOSH
• ISO14001 auditing experience would be beneficial
• Knowledge of keeping up-to-date with HSE standards and make sure a site is compliant
• Be flexible outside of working hours to discuss any questions or issues employees might have
• Experience of working with Environmental Management Systems
• Comfortable & confident coaching and influencing staff and managers on the importance of H&S
• Proactive and progressive individual
• Beneficial to have NEBOSH Diploma and IEMA Certificate in Environmental

"To apply please email your CV / resume to [ chrisg@hunterselection.co.uk ]". - Chris Gumm - 01908 010 438

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Are you an innovative Pharmacist looking for the opportunity to build an award winning healthcare team?

Rowlands Pharmacy are looking for an experienced Pharmacist with the drive to be proactive in providing an array of services in a community pharmacy specialising in our HMP contract.

This is a VERY RARE opportunity as you will be one of two pharmacists dedicated to this prison contract. Working hours are 09:00 - 16:00. Can involve occasional welfare visits, these will be minimal as there is a dedicated driver who regularly enters the prison to deliver the prescriptions.

The ideal candidate will have a real hands-on approach to the way we do things. If you love nothing more than getting to know your customers as well as being proactive in providing an array of services in a very busy community pharmacy, you could be the person we are looking for.

We are seeking an individual who embraces change and is able to support an existing team with new and existing business initiatives. You will have a positive “can do” attitude, promote and deliver services within the team and provide a great customer experience within the pharmacy. Join our friendly team and focus on providing outstanding patient care and healthcare in your local community.

It is essential you possess an MPharm degree or equivalent. You will be required to have your GPhC registration upon your start date.

The branch address is: 43-45 Wellington Street, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 4DG

The branch is well supported by a dynamic and dedicated team and offers a variety of services:

The working hours and pattern for this role are as follows:
Total Hours Contracted 12 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm

Benefits…

A very competitive salary package

Company Welfare Scheme

Pension Scheme with contributions from the Company, and Life Insurance Cover & Membership of AXA

GPhC fees paid

Superb development and career opportunities

Choices-benefits programme

Long service awards

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