Total 51 Others level Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Sittingbourne, ME10 2HE

Are you a passionate and dedicated pharmacy professional looking to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team? Look no further!

Our pharmacy is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join us as a Healthcare Partner. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients while advancing your career and expanding your skillset.

We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, as well as ongoing training and development opportunities. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Total Working Hours: 21hrs
Working Pattern: Tues 0900-18:30 (1 hour break) Fri 0900-1900 ( 1 hr break) Sat 0900-1300
Rate of Pay: £11.83

Branch Name: Marlborough Parade
Branch Address:

274 Green Lane, Manor House, London, N4 2HE

About our company

At Rowlands, we strive for excellence in everything we do, and put our customers' needs at the forefront of our priorities. Our network of over 400 community pharmacies work tirelessly to support the health and well-being of our communities, every day. By providing accessible and comprehensive health services, we strive to empower individuals to lead longer, healthier, and happier lives. We take great pride in the positive impact we make in the communities we serve.

What your working day will look like:

• Participating in all branch processes
• Building positive relationships with customers, patients, and healthcare professionals
• Assisting in the delivery of pharmacy services
• Serving as an ambassador for Rowlands Pharmacy, representing the company and interacting with the community on a daily basis

To be considered for this role, you must have an NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or an accredited equivalent course, as well as a Medicine Counter Assistant (MCA) qualification. Additionally, we are looking for candidates with experience working in a customer-focused environment, a strong understanding of confidentiality, and the ability to handle medications accurately.

The ideal candidate will be

• Self-motivated
• Proactive
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize workload
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Previous customer service training (optional)

INDRL

Main Responsibilities Foster recovery through empowerment of service users and carers by using a strengths-based approach involving the service user and carer in the planning of their care establishing and maintaining consistent supportive relationships, which encourage increased self-determination and responsibility for service users and their care. Offer a range of evidence-based interventions and risk management approaches enabling the service user and carers to reduce and manage symptoms and high-risk behaviour in episodes of relapse. Be proactive, innovative, and creative in delivering care, enabling the facilitation of service users recovery. Engage service users and carers in relapse prevention and risk management /contingency plans, providing interventions that maximize the service users ability to resolve relapse crisis and prevents admission to hospital. Liaise with inpatient units to support discharge through appropriate pathways. Facilitate early discharge from both inpatients and the CRHT Team by providing regular, formal reviews. Deliver a flexible and responsive service through practice that is dictated by service users/carers needs. Work collaboratively and effectively with members of the multi-disciplinary team and in partnership with other agencies. Deliver high quality care and provide solutions and signposting to service users with severe and enduring mental health problems to support correct pathway access. Provide care within the Strength Based Model of practice maintaining service users within their own environment in the community. Act as an educator for service users and carers. Advise on issues of mental health to generate a positive approach to health and strengthen the service users capacity to manage illness, symptoms, and relapse. Respond swiftly to urgent referrals providing interventions to prevent admission or re-admission. Work closely with carers. Recognise racial, cultural, sexual preference and address health inequalities. Ensure that record keeping/documentation reflects needs. Maximize the use of resources within the team and available in the community. To be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care, using evidence-based tools and models of care. Work within the MDT framework according to code of practice, for delivery of optimum care. Ensure that care plans are reviewed and updated to take into account of the most recent information regarding service users needs. It should reflect the views of the service users and carers. Undertake risk assessment/management for service users on the caseload and disseminate the information to their team members and professionals involved. Ensure activity/contact is entered promptly on RiO, conforming to the organisations data quality requirements, in line with contract specification Trust and Social Care data quality requirement. Provide care plans in accordance with National Guidelines.Leadership To participate in the development of an effective team and the development of productive working relationships throughout the organisation. To actively promote integrated health professional working internally and externally. To facilitate the development of a positive and supportive team culture by taking responsibility for dealing effectively with potential conflict. To take an active interest in working parties and groups within the organisation to develop and improve on service delivery, protocols and guidelines. To participate in the audit process, linking in with the clinical governance agenda. To advise, encourage and share knowledge utilizing the latest research and practice development, through literature and peer reviews. To challenge and raise concerns around poor or unprofessional practice. To participate in the induction of new members of staff as a mentor. To participate and review staff performance. Act as a positive role model for colleagues.Clinical Skills Have a working knowledge of current appropriate legislations. Engage in regular clinical and professional supervision. Adhere to and work within the guidelines of the NMC/HCPC professional code of conduct. Maintain registration of care profession and membership relevant to professional area; duties in relation to the relevant professional qualification will be required eg: the administration of medicines as stated within agreed policies and procedures. Act as a positive clinical role model for colleagues. Ensure that full regard is taken of the dignity, individuality and well-being of service users and carers. Ensure physical health checks are carried out in full with any relevant follow up arranged, as necessary Be accountable for own practice and take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence. Advocate and promote self-advocacy for service users/carers. Communication Communicate effectively with other members of the MDT pertaining to assessments, care plans, risk factors, relapse signatures, signs of deterioration in service users mental and physical health care. Ensure that information of sensitive and contentious content is handled with professionalism and communicated appropriately to clearly identified persons. Respond to emergency situations in a clear and supportive manner always showing sensitivity and direction.Training To act as a mentor to students, providing effective education, facilitating their development, and promoting high stands of nursing care. Ensure students are actively supported to enable them to achieve their learning needs. To ensure own continued professional development and support a culture of lifelong learning in self and others. To undertake, and assist, in the planning of own mandatory training and workshops. To undertake a regular appraisal, developing a personal development plan that includes clinical competencies reflecting the health needs of the local population and relates to organisational strategy. To support new staff and their integration within the team. To support training as part of the role including changes to professional development and implementation of new policies and guidelines.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the physical, psychological and social needs of our residents to help us deliver the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to create a safe and supportive environment for residents with range of physical and mental needs, whilst also relying on your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from developing tailored care plans to providing medicine safely and delivering excellence across everything you do. As a Registered Nurse (RGN), you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOUYou'll need to have current NMC registration and a good knowledge of the most up-to-date clinical practices to join us as a Registered Nurse (RGN). Experience of producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important too, as is an understanding of regulatory frameworks, including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. Dedicated and compassionate, you'll pride yourself on your person-centred, thoughtful approach to nursing. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the physical, psychological and social needs of our residents to help us deliver the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to create a safe and supportive environment for residents with range of physical and mental needs, whilst also relying on your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from developing tailored care plans to providing medicine safely and delivering excellence across everything you do. As a Registered Nurse (RGN), you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOUYou'll need to have current NMC registration and a good knowledge of the most up-to-date clinical practices to join us as a Registered Nurse (RGN). Experience of producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important too, as is an understanding of regulatory frameworks, including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. Dedicated and compassionate, you'll pride yourself on your person-centred, thoughtful approach to nursing. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.

Please see the job description and person specification attached to this advert for full details on the role.

Our Client is one of the leading organisations in the UK building one of the best and most complex projects.

They are looking for a Senior Health and Safety Manager who has experience of devising and delivering new strategies in large and complex environments.

• Leading Complex Health and Safety Management Systems
• Devising High Level Strategies and managing their implementation
• Previously held a high level position like Head of Health and Safety or HSE Director
• This role reports into Executive level and the Senior Leadership Team
• Expertise with communications, engagement and supply chain
• Construction background will be advantageous
• Able to implement Culture Improvement plans

Some sort of Health and Safety qualification is requires, however chartership may not be totally necessary.

This is an excellent strategical Health and Safety role which can have influence on a fantastic project.

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

Job summary: 1. To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and other members of the primary healthcare team. Job responsibilities: 2. The key job responsibilities are: Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by the senior nursing staff and GPs Such tasks may include: Provide a holistic approach to wound management and implement wound care in line with current evidence based guidelines. Removal of sutures Smears Pre coil swabs Childhood vaccinations Adult vaccinations Travel clinics and vaccinations. Offer a holistic approach to travel health by providing comprehensive advice to patients prior to travel including; vaccinations and medicines, safe sex, food hygiene, sun protection. Intramuscular and Sub-cut injections Venepuncture Routine immunisations Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician Assisting GPs with coil fittings and minor surgery clinics as required Requesting basic pathology tests, for example urine culture, swab Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Able to perform Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation according to current UK guidelines. Offer advice about childhood and adult vaccinations and ensure vaccines are administered under patient group directions. NHS Health Checks reviewing results of HCA initial appointments and communicating with a GP when further action is needed. Carry out disease management reviews including Diabetes and Asthma / COPD Contraception & HRT Supervising and assisting the Health Care Assistants in their duties Venepuncture Health Checks Blood Pressures Wound dressings Other tasks including: Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs Maintaining GP and Nurses rooms, stocking and rotating items as required Chaperoning and assisting patients who are being examined by another clinician. Undertake housekeeping duties including, general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms ,management of clinical waste/ sharps boxes Participation in administrative systems data entry in the practice Cervical smear audits At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within the range of assigned tasks Attend and participate in any practice meetings when required. On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post. Maintain Infection Control# Maintain the cool chain procedures Infection Control audits Management and recall procedures for QOF, child immunisations and disease registers. Confidentiality: 4. The practice operates a strict confidentiality requirement: In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the Protection of personal and sensitive data. Health & safety: 5. The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy, the practice Health & Safety manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to): Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines Responsible for the correct and safe management of the specimens process including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements Management and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the practice including provision, ordering, availability and ongoing correct usage by staff Responsible for hand hygiene across the practice Ownership of infection control and clinically based patient care protocols, and implementation of those protocols across the practice Active observation of current working practices across the practice in relation to infection control, cleanliness and related activities, ensuring that procedures are followed and weaknesses / training needs are identified, escalating issues as appropriate Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes Monitoring practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that provision of hand cleansing facilities, wipes etc are sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Lack of facilities to be escalated as appropriate. Safe management of sharps procedures including training, use, storage and disposal Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile, and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management Actively identifying, reporting, and correction of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards / risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with other sector managers Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum twice annually) Routine management of own team / team areas, and maintenance of work space standards Waste management including collection, handling, segregation, container management, storage and collection Spillage control procedures, management and training Decontamination control procedures, management and training, and equipment maintenance Maintenance of sterile environments Quality: 8. The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Communication: 9. The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Physical attendance of practice and nurse meetings Contribution to the implementation of services: 10. The post-holder will: Apply practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audit where appropriate

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare we believe in caring for those who care for our residents; we recognise and celebrate our hard-working colleagues,supportingyour career development with a variety of apprenticeships, and provide you with access to a range of leisure and retail discounts. We will also reimburse the cost of your NMC renewal. We are nowseekingacompassionate,enthusiastic,and dedicatedindividual to join ourfriendly, award-winning team asaRegistered Nurse. ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus asa Registered Nursewill beto act as person in charge,standingin for the Manager asrequiredandobserveall instructions to act upon his/her behalfwhilst youensurehigh standardsof care toourresidents. Other responsibilitieswillinclude: Undertakingnursing tasks including distribution of medication, dressings, catheterisation, tube feeding and management of chronic medical conditions. Advisingfamilies of residents andGPsof any changes in condition, which gives rise to concern and keeps them informed and involved in choices for ongoing care. Responsibilityfor the effective deployment and supervision of staff within the care team, ensuring all tasks are completed during the period of duty and residents receive required care. Providing high standards of care by undertaking accurate assessment and planning. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Our ideal candidatemust: Hold a First Level qualification and current NMC Registration. Demonstrate a minimum 2years experienceand up to date knowledge of care,supported by relevant post-basic studies/qualification. Display good interpersonal skills and ability to instruct and demonstrate care activities. Have sound knowledge of care planning and its practical application. ABOUT AVERY As one of the largestproviders of luxury elderly care homes in the UK,we believe that the lateryearsof our residents' lives should be as enriching as any other.Our vision of creating meaningful livestogether is reached by the exceptional care and experience we proudly offer throughout our growing portfolio of over 100 care homes whilst establishing ourselves as the preferred choice forresidents and employees. Please note this role will require: ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline dependant on volume of applications received and business needs.

For further information with regard to this vacancy please see the attached job description and person specification.

Are you a passionate and dedicated pharmacy professional looking to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team? Look no further!

Our pharmacy is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join us as a Healthcare Partner. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients while advancing your career and expanding your skillset.

We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, as well as ongoing training and development opportunities. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Total Working Hours: 21hrs
Working Pattern: Tues 0900-18:30 (1 hour break) Fri 0900-1900 ( 1 hr break) Sat 0900-1300
Rate of Pay: £11.83

Branch Name: Marlborough Parade
Branch Address:

274 Green Lane, Manor House, London, N4 2HE

About our company

At Rowlands, we strive for excellence in everything we do, and put our customers' needs at the forefront of our priorities. Our network of over 400 community pharmacies work tirelessly to support the health and well-being of our communities, every day. By providing accessible and comprehensive health services, we strive to empower individuals to lead longer, healthier, and happier lives. We take great pride in the positive impact we make in the communities we serve.

What your working day will look like:

• Participating in all branch processes
• Building positive relationships with customers, patients, and healthcare professionals
• Assisting in the delivery of pharmacy services
• Serving as an ambassador for Rowlands Pharmacy, representing the company and interacting with the community on a daily basis

To be considered for this role, you must have an NVQ2 in Pharmacy Services or an accredited equivalent course, as well as a Medicine Counter Assistant (MCA) qualification. Additionally, we are looking for candidates with experience working in a customer-focused environment, a strong understanding of confidentiality, and the ability to handle medications accurately.

The ideal candidate will be

• Self-motivated
• Proactive
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize workload
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Previous customer service training (optional)

INDRL

1. Communication and relationship skills To work alongside the MDT providing support and professional exchange of ideas and experience. To attend appropriate meetings within the MDT. To communicate condition related information to clients/parents who may have communication problems themselves. To work closely with clients, carers and families, agreeing decision making relevant to the client management. To demonstrate skills in motivating clients and carers to engage in the process. To demonstrate negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations. To deal with initial complaints sensitively and to process according to organisational policy. To form productive relationships with others who may be under stress and or have challenging communication difficulties. To employ excellent verbal and written communication skills. To utilise technology to enhance access to the service offering video or telephone consultations to families. 2. Knowledge, training and experience To identify personal and professional development evidenced by a personal development plan as part of the appraisal process. To maintain professional standards by attending appropriate training and development for own clinical field to maintain up to date HCPC and RCSLT registration. To demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to RCSLT professional clinical guidelines. To keep up to date with new techniques and developments for the promotion and maintenance of good practice in own clinical field. To develop a working knowledge of all relevant organisational procedures including (safeguarding children, SEN procedure, vulnerable adults etc.) and other legal requirements. To develop a working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and their application to professional practice. Education/Training To contribute to the training of Speech & Language Therapy colleagues, other professional groups and carers. To provide advice to other relevant parties as appropriate. To provide and supervise observational placements for speech & language therapy students and prospective speech & language therapy students. To explain the role of speech & language therapy(ists) in work settings. Administrative To undertake general administrative and client related administrative tasks in line with speech & language therapy service operational policies. To maintain client records in accordance with RCSLT professional standards and local organisational operational policies and quality standards. To provide accurate statistical information as required To produce reports circulated to a wide range of professional colleagues across agencies, clients and carers regarding clients needs and summarising proposed care plans. To share information with others observing data protection guidelines To use technology for resource making, therapy sessions, and recording of data. 3. Analytical and judgement skills To assess patient understanding of treatment and therapy proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment/therapy. 4. Planning and organisational skills To be responsible for organising and planning own caseload and work demands to meet patient and service priorities, in conjunction with the senior speech & language therapist alerting the senior speech & language of excessive demands and effects on patient care. 5. Physical skills To undertake assessment of patients with a wide variety of presentations and conditions: using clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques to formulate individualised treatment plans and programmes 6. Responsibility for patient / client care To provide a comprehensive patient focused service to children living in the Swale area. To deliver speech and language programmes. To continually reassess patient progress, adapting programmes accordingly and developing discharge plans. 7. Responsibility for policy and service development implementation To be aware of and adhere to service and team plans and policies including integrated/multi-agency working. 8. Responsibilities for financial and physical resources To be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment and facilities, ensuring faulty items are removed from use and reported for action To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies, which may be required to improve the safety of your work area, including your prompt recording and reporting of accidents or concerns. To manage clinical and non-clinical risk within own role according to team and organisational protocols including the development of individual patient clinical risk assessments 9. Responsibilities for human resources (HR) Participate in the organisations Staff Appraisal system as an appraisee including the agreement of a personal development plan. 10. Responsibilities for information resources To collect and submit all data and statistics as required in a timely and accurate manner. To record patient contacts onto the CHS system used by the organisation for recording all information relating to patients you are currently treating. 11. Responsibilities for research and development (R&D) To participate in team and service audits and research projects 12. Freedom to act To abide by the rules of professional conduct of the royal college of speech and language therapists 13. Physical effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire) 14. Mental effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire) 15. Emotional effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire) 16. Working conditions (refer to effort factor questionnaire)

• Are you a qualified speech and language therapist with enthusiasm and passion making for a difference to children and their families lives?
• Do you enjoy working with a range of colleagues and clients?
• Do you have new ideas and innovations to contribute to team development?

If you answered yes, we’ve got the perfect role for you!

We are looking for someone to work with children and young people (aged 0-19) in both our early years clinic and within mainstream schools in the Sittingbourne and Isle of Sheppey area. This job has
opportunities to find out about other specialisms including complex needs



Key Responsibilities
• Diagnosing and assessing children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).
• Delivering therapy for a range of children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).
• Designing, monitoring and evaluating targets and plans for children.
• Delivering parent education through workshops.
• Providing specialist advice and support to parents, teachers and other professionals.
• If this is you we look forward to welcoming you to our team.

So what else?

· This is your chance to join a progressive and innovative service in a social enterprise that is patient and staff focused - you’ll even have the opportunity to become an MCH shareholder.

· We encourage staff to get involved in exploring new ways of working and service development.

· We’ll provide well established, in-service training, one to one supervision, and appraisals with regular support.

· You’ll be able to develop your skills in a friendly and supportive team.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important work life balance is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

The small print

· Informal visits can be arranged on request.

· We will offer you the choice of two pension schemes; the NHS Pension scheme and the scottish widows group pension scheme.

· MCH encourages all staff to be double COVID vaccinated to protect themselves, their colleagues, their family and their patients.

1. Communication and relationship skills
• To work alongside the MDT providing support and professional exchange of ideas and experience.
• To attend appropriate meetings within the MDT.
• To communicate condition related information to clients/parents who may have communication problems themselves.
• To work closely with clients, carers and families, agreeing decision making relevant to the client management.
• To demonstrate skills in motivating clients and carers to engage in the process.
• To demonstrate negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations.
• To deal with initial complaints sensitively and to process according to organisational policy.
• To form productive relationships with others who may be under stress and or have challenging communication difficulties.
• To employ excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• To utilise technology to enhance access to the service offering video or telephone consultations to families.



2. Knowledge, training and experience
• To identify personal and professional development evidenced by a personal development plan as part of the appraisal process.
• To maintain professional standards by attending appropriate training and development for own clinical field to maintain up to date HCPC and RCSLT registration.
• To demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to RCSLT professional clinical guidelines.
• To keep up to date with new techniques and developments for the promotion and maintenance of good practice in own clinical field.
• To develop a working knowledge of all relevant organisational procedures including (safeguarding children, SEN procedure, vulnerable adults etc.) and other legal requirements.
• To develop a working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and their application to professional practice.



Education/Training
• To contribute to the training of Speech & Language Therapy colleagues, other professional groups and carers.
• To provide advice to other relevant parties as appropriate.
• To provide and supervise observational placements for speech & language therapy students and prospective speech & language therapy students.
• To explain the role of speech & language therapy(ists) in work settings.



Administrative
• To undertake general administrative and client related administrative tasks in line with speech & language therapy service operational policies.
• To maintain client records in accordance with RCSLT professional standards and local organisational operational policies and quality standards.
• To provide accurate statistical information as required
• To produce reports circulated to a wide range of professional colleagues across agencies, clients and carers regarding clients’ needs and summarising proposed care plans.
• To share information with others observing data protection guidelines
• To use technology for resource making, therapy sessions, and recording of data.



3. Analytical and judgement skills

To assess patient understanding of treatment and therapy proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment/therapy.



4. Planning and organisational skills

To be responsible for organising and planning own caseload and work demands to meet patient and service priorities, in conjunction with the senior speech & language therapist alerting the senior speech & language of excessive demands and effects on patient care.



5. Physical skills

To undertake assessment of patients with a wide variety of presentations and conditions: using clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques to formulate individualised treatment plans and programmes



6. Responsibility for patient / client care
• To provide a comprehensive patient focused service to children living in the Swale area.
• To deliver speech and language programmes.
• To continually reassess patient progress, adapting programmes accordingly and developing discharge plans.



7. Responsibility for policy and service development implementation

To be aware of and adhere to service and team plans and policies including integrated/multi-agency working.



8. Responsibilities for financial and physical resources

To be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment and facilities, ensuring faulty items are removed from use and reported for action

To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies, which may be required to improve the safety of your work area, including your prompt recording and reporting of accidents or concerns.



To manage clinical and non-clinical risk within own role according to team and organisational protocols including the development of individual patient clinical risk assessments



9. Responsibilities for human resources (HR)

Participate in the organisation’s Staff Appraisal system as an appraisee including the agreement of a personal development plan.





10. Responsibilities for information resources

To collect and submit all data and statistics as required in a timely and accurate manner.

To record patient contacts onto the CHS system used by the organisation for recording all information relating to patients you are currently treating.





11. Responsibilities for research and development (R&D)

To participate in team and service audits and research projects



12. Freedom to act

To abide by the rules of professional conduct of the royal college of speech and language therapists



13. Physical effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire)



14. Mental effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire)



15. Emotional effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire)



16. Working conditions (refer to effort factor questionnaire)




This advert closes on Monday 16 Sep 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

• Are you a qualified speech and language therapist with enthusiasm and passion making for a difference to children and their families lives?
• Do you enjoy working with a range of colleagues and clients?
• Do you have new ideas and innovations to contribute to team development?

If you answered yes, we’ve got the perfect role for you!

We are looking for someone to work with children and young people (aged 0-19) in both our early years clinic and within mainstream schools in the Sittingbourne and Isle of Sheppey area. This job has
opportunities to find out about other specialisms including complex needs



Key Responsibilities
• Diagnosing and assessing children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).
• Delivering therapy for a range of children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).
• Designing, monitoring and evaluating targets and plans for children.
• Delivering parent education through workshops.
• Providing specialist advice and support to parents, teachers and other professionals.
• If this is you we look forward to welcoming you to our team.

So what else?

· This is your chance to join a progressive and innovative service in a social enterprise that is patient and staff focused - you’ll even have the opportunity to become an MCH shareholder.

· We encourage staff to get involved in exploring new ways of working and service development.

· We’ll provide well established, in-service training, one to one supervision, and appraisals with regular support.

· You’ll be able to develop your skills in a friendly and supportive team.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important work life balance is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

The small print

· Informal visits can be arranged on request.

· We will offer you the choice of two pension schemes; the NHS Pension scheme and the scottish widows group pension scheme.

· MCH encourages all staff to be double COVID vaccinated to protect themselves, their colleagues, their family and their patients.

1. Communication and relationship skills
• To work alongside the MDT providing support and professional exchange of ideas and experience.
• To attend appropriate meetings within the MDT.
• To communicate condition related information to clients/parents who may have communication problems themselves.
• To work closely with clients, carers and families, agreeing decision making relevant to the client management.
• To demonstrate skills in motivating clients and carers to engage in the process.
• To demonstrate negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations.
• To deal with initial complaints sensitively and to process according to organisational policy.
• To form productive relationships with others who may be under stress and or have challenging communication difficulties.
• To employ excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• To utilise technology to enhance access to the service offering video or telephone consultations to families.



2. Knowledge, training and experience
• To identify personal and professional development evidenced by a personal development plan as part of the appraisal process.
• To maintain professional standards by attending appropriate training and development for own clinical field to maintain up to date HCPC and RCSLT registration.
• To demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to RCSLT professional clinical guidelines.
• To keep up to date with new techniques and developments for the promotion and maintenance of good practice in own clinical field.
• To develop a working knowledge of all relevant organisational procedures including (safeguarding children, SEN procedure, vulnerable adults etc.) and other legal requirements.
• To develop a working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and their application to professional practice.



Education/Training
• To contribute to the training of Speech & Language Therapy colleagues, other professional groups and carers.
• To provide advice to other relevant parties as appropriate.
• To provide and supervise observational placements for speech & language therapy students and prospective speech & language therapy students.
• To explain the role of speech & language therapy(ists) in work settings.



Administrative
• To undertake general administrative and client related administrative tasks in line with speech & language therapy service operational policies.
• To maintain client records in accordance with RCSLT professional standards and local organisational operational policies and quality standards.
• To provide accurate statistical information as required
• To produce reports circulated to a wide range of professional colleagues across agencies, clients and carers regarding clients’ needs and summarising proposed care plans.
• To share information with others observing data protection guidelines
• To use technology for resource making, therapy sessions, and recording of data.



3. Analytical and judgement skills

To assess patient understanding of treatment and therapy proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment/therapy.



4. Planning and organisational skills

To be responsible for organising and planning own caseload and work demands to meet patient and service priorities, in conjunction with the senior speech & language therapist alerting the senior speech & language of excessive demands and effects on patient care.



5. Physical skills

To undertake assessment of patients with a wide variety of presentations and conditions: using clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques to formulate individualised treatment plans and programmes



6. Responsibility for patient / client care
• To provide a comprehensive patient focused service to children living in the Swale area.
• To deliver speech and language programmes.
• To continually reassess patient progress, adapting programmes accordingly and developing discharge plans.



7. Responsibility for policy and service development implementation

To be aware of and adhere to service and team plans and policies including integrated/multi-agency working.



8. Responsibilities for financial and physical resources

To be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment and facilities, ensuring faulty items are removed from use and reported for action

To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies, which may be required to improve the safety of your work area, including your prompt recording and reporting of accidents or concerns.



To manage clinical and non-clinical risk within own role according to team and organisational protocols including the development of individual patient clinical risk assessments



9. Responsibilities for human resources (HR)

Participate in the organisation’s Staff Appraisal system as an appraisee including the agreement of a personal development plan.





10. Responsibilities for information resources

To collect and submit all data and statistics as required in a timely and accurate manner.

To record patient contacts onto the CHS system used by the organisation for recording all information relating to patients you are currently treating.





11. Responsibilities for research and development (R&D)

To participate in team and service audits and research projects



12. Freedom to act

To abide by the rules of professional conduct of the royal college of speech and language therapists



13. Physical effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire)



14. Mental effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire)



15. Emotional effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire)



16. Working conditions (refer to effort factor questionnaire)




This advert closes on Thursday 29 Aug 2024

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POSITION: GENERAL PRACTICE NURSE HOURS OF DUTY: Full or Part-time by arrangement RESPONSIBLE TO: Lead Practice Nurse ACCOUNTABLE TO: Lead Practice Nurse JOB SUMMARY The post holder is responsible for the delivery of basic practice nursing services care to the practice population. Supported by other nurses within the practice, they will deliver care within the boundaries of their role, focusing upon supporting patients to be healthy, monitoring of long-term conditions, health prevention and screening activities. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing nurse leadership as required. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Practice Assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate programmes to promote health and well-being, and prevent adverse effects on health and well-being Able to triage by telephone and refer appropriately Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with a known long-term condition Identify, and manage as appropriate, treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that encourage patients to live healthily, and apply principles of self-care Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote patients to live healthily, and encourage principles of self-care Support and advise women requesting information relating to family planning needs Support and manage health needs of women presenting for cervical cytology consultations Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the National Service Framework [NSF] for Mental Health Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children Advise, support and, where appropriate, administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions Communication Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment Communicate with and support patients who are receiving bad news Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating Utilise communication skills to support patients to adhere to prescribed treatment regimens Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication Estimate and maintain effective communication with individuals and groups within the practice environment and with external stakeholders Act as an advocate when representing the patients and colleagues viewpoints to others Delivering a Quality Service Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council [NMC] Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures Prioritise, organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality Deliver care according to the NSF and the National Institute for Clinical Excellence [NICE] guidelines and evidence-based care Participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the organisation and its activities Utilise the audit cycle as a means of evaluating the quality of the work of self and the team, implementing improvements where required In partnership with other clinical teams, collaborate on improving the quality of health care, responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisation Participate in the performance monitoring review of the team, providing feedback as appropriate Understand and apply legal policy that supports the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, being aware of statutory child/vulnerable adult health procedure and local guidance Work within policies relating to domestic violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour, and refer as appropriate Personal and People Development Take responsibility for own development, learning and performance including participating in clinical supervision and acting as a positive role model Support the development of others in order to maximise potential Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice Understand own responsibilities and accountability in the delivery of GPN services to patients, ensuring that the needs of the patient are the priority Participate in planning and implementing changes within the area of care and responsibility Contribute and participate in the development of local guidelines, protocols and standards Critically evaluate and review innovations and developments that are relevant to own practice Keep up-to-date with new developments locally and nationally identifying those that will enhance the teams work Ensure awareness of sources of support and guidance [e.g. patient advice and liaison service PALS] and provide information in an acceptable format to all patients, recognising any difficulties and referring where appropriate Promote the role of the GPN in the provision of care Team Working Understand own role and scope in the organisation and identify how this may develop over time Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working Delegate clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence of those taking on delegated duties Ensure clear understanding and utilisation of referral mechanisms within the practice Accept delegation from other nurses, prioritise own workload and ensure effective time-management strategies are embedded in own practice Work effectively with others to clearly define values, direction and policies impacting upon care delivery Participate in team activities that create opportunities to improve patient care Participate in and support local projects as agreed with the practice management team Management of Risk Manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measure are in place to protect staff and patients Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs is undertaken. Undertake mandatory and statutory training Apply infection control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines Apply policies that reduce environmental health risks, are culturally sensitive and increase access to health care for all Participate in the local implementation strategies that are aligned to the values and culture of general practice Utilising Information Use technology as an aid to management in planning, implementation and monitoring, presenting and communicating information Review and process data using accurate Read codes about patients in order to ensure easy and accurate retrieval for monitoring and audit processes Manage information searches using the internet and Mentor databases, for examples, the retrieval of relevant information for patients on their condition Understand own and others responsibility to the individual organisation regarding the Freedom of Information Act Learning and Development Disseminate learning and information gains to other team members in order to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments Assess own learning needs and undertake learning as appropriate Make effective use of learning opportunities within and outside the workplace, evaluating their effectiveness and feeding back relevant information Provide an educational role to patients, carers , families and colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning Equality and Diversity Identify patterns of discrimination, take action to overcome this, and promote diversity and quality of opportunity Support people who need assistance in exercising their rights Monitor and evaluate adherence to local chaperoning policies Act as a role model in good practice relating to equality and diversity Accept the rights of individuals to choose their care providers, participate in care and refuse care. Assist patients from marginalised groups to access quality care

Do you want to join a company that cares? When joining Avery you can expect:

* support with revalidation through in-house workshops * highly competitive rates of pay * instant access to your wages. No need to wait for payday! *exclusive employee discounts incl. retail and leisure savings * excellent career development incl. formal clinical training * flexible working * free parking * Elvy Court Care Home, located in Kent, are currently recruiting for a Registered Nurses to provide excellent standards of clinical care to our residents. As a Registered Nurse with a passion for the delivery of clinical excellence, you will additionally provide support to the Home Manager by coaching and guiding care teams on shift and providing a safe, caring, stimulating and homely environment for residents and their visitors.

It is essential for this position that you hold a current NMC pin.

The key responsibilities of our Registered Nurses include:

• Maintaining high standards of care by undertaking accurate assessment and planning of care, delivery and ongoing evaluation of care plans, together with appropriate hand-over, to ensure all residents’ needs are continuously met.
• Responsible for the effective deployment and supervision of staff within the care team, ensuring all tasks are completed during the period of duty and residents receive required care.
• Undertake nursing tasks including but not limited to, distribution of medication, dressings, catheterisation, tube feeding and management of chronic medical conditions.
• Provide staff support, demonstration and instruction of care activities, particularly in relation to the induction and mentoring of new staff.
• Liaise with health and social care professionals involved in the wellbeing of individual residents to maintain a holistic approach to their care.
• Provide advice to families of residents and GP’s of any changes in condition, which gives rise to concern and keeps them informed and involved in choices for ongoing care.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all residents, families, visitors and colleagues.

Our ambition is simple. Together, by demonstrating our caring natures, supporting each other and being proud of what we do, we aim to create smiles every day.

Our structure at Avery Healthcare is unique to other care settings. There is no big hierarchy or difficulties in speaking to management. You will find the Avery business leaders in the homes at the forefront of care, and fully accessible at all times. We truly are proud of who we are, and we act as #OneFamily. If you’d like a career in care and would like to be an important part of our #OneFamily, apply today.

This Post will Require

Enhanced DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

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