Total 644 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Bristol, Avon, BS35 3LG

What you'll be working: We're flexible, so you'll work a total 37.5 hours per week, on a rota basis (Days, Nights, Weekends) What you'll be doing: To be an active participant in the multidisciplinary team, formulating care plans and utilising appropriate assessments. In conjunction with other health professionals, assess and manage risks identified through assessment of patients/residents. To regularly review risk factors and work in conjunction with other health professionals to modify care plans as appropriate. Where applicable, to act as the primary nurse for inpatient stay. To ensure that clinical practice is evidenced based and consistent with relevant Guidelines (NICE, NMC, best practice) and the organisations policies and procedures. To undertake clinical supervision to further develop competence and clinical practice. To act as a mentor/preceptor to students/support workers or health care assistants as appropriate. To supervise junior staff in carrying out their care plans. To liaise effectively with all actively involved in the care process, including carers and relatives, aspiring to provide an effective, seamless and integrated service to patients/residents. To maintain and update relevant knowledge and skills; maintain a professional portfolio and participate in further training as appropriate, in order to enhance quality of care for patients/residents and carers. To comply with the Active Care Group Health and Safety Policies and Protocols in order to contribute to safe working practices. To protect vulnerable adults/children from internal/external factors and act as a Patient Advocate. What you'll have: A current NMC registration RN, RMN, RNLD A legal right to work in the UK We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer. What to look forward to: 25 days plus bank holidays Birthday off Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice A Nest Personal Pension account Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 for Nurses, Therapists & Doctors, £500 all other roles, by recommending someone you know ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

For a more detailed job description and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

A Vacancy at Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust.


We have an exciting opportunity for Band 5 Mental Health Nurses to join the Older Adults community team based in Coventry and Warwickshire. We are a developing team committed to providing excellent patient care, we are proactive in embedding and utilising multidisciplinary roles to provide recovery and outcome focussed interventions for individuals within the service.



We are seeking candidates who have experience of working in mental health settings who have a keen interest in working with older adults are innovative, dynamic and are looking to develop their clinical skills. They will be able to demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills and exhibit behaviours that reflect Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust vision and values.

The post is a substantive position and would be a developing role for a newly qualified band 5 precepted

This is a county wide service across Coventry and Warwickshire. We have vacancies available within Coventry, North Warwickshire and South Warwickshire, the successful candidate will be able to be based predominately within one area, but will need to be able to work across locality covering all three areas when needed.

A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport is essential in this role.

For more information on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a better overview of the job role and requirements.
• You will have responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of the service to individual clients and their families and carers via a range of evidence-based interventions.
• You will be required to deliver specific interventions in line with the treatment pathway.
• You will develop your assessment skills by working with experienced clinicians
• Generate options including modification or alternatives to planned intervention to meet clinical need as appropriate.
• Agree course of action with those responsible for performing the interventions including supporting junior staff.
• You may be required to provide supervision for Nursing Associates and support workers in the team.
• You will carry out Assessments and plan care delivery for individual service users within the framework of the current Care Programme Approach
• Enable service users to choose and take part in activities that are meaningful to them. These may include self care, education, recreational and work activities.
• Participate as part of the multi-disciplinary team implementing, evaluating and reviewing all aspects of the service users’ care
• Advise, inform and support on the physical health and wellbeing of individuals (services users, their family, their significant other) in a holistic way.
• please review the Job description for more information on the role

At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

We put ‘people at our heart’; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.

These include:


• generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
• excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
• salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
• discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
• wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
• staff networks and support group

We’re always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.

We are a developing service embracing the changes in Coventry and Warwickshire partnership trust . We are dedicated to providing excellent service in line with our trust values and are committed to ensuring an inclusive and collaborative working environment within the community and inpatient services.

As a teaching trust you will have the opportunities to enhance your skills and progress your career in nursing including access to a robust preceptorship programme

Please see Job description and person specification for detailed information about the role for Band 5 Older adult registered nurse in CWPT


This advert closes on Thursday 5 Dec 2024

To carry responsibility for developing policy and procedurein the area the job holder is currently working on at a point in time, including briefings, commissioning, business or resources. Responsible for proposing and drafting changes, implementation and interpretation to policies, guidelines and service level agreements (SLAs) which may impact within Department or Directorate. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and ensure that activities take account of EDI requirements. The post holder will be required to communicate and provide highly complex information to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Commit to working and engaging constructively with internal and external stakeholders on a range of contentious issues. To operate in a highly political and sensitive environment. Assist with public relations and marketing activities.

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Health Care Practitioner Line Manager Nurse Manager Accountable to Nurse Manager Hours per week 18 Job Summary To be responsible for the delivery of phlebotomy and other associated tasks, working as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population. The post holder will work under indirect supervision of the clinical team and undertake tasks and duties delegated. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of the patients, following policies and procedures. Generic Responsibilities All staff at The Orchard Medical Centre have a duty to conform to the following: Equality, Diversity & Inclusion A good attitude and positive action towards ED&I creates and environment where all individuals are able to achieve their full potential. Creating such an environment is important for three reasons: it improves operational effectiveness, it is morally the right thing to do, and it is required by law. Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and our staff with dignity and respect. Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that you treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect. Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF) This practice is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities to for staff to maintain their health, well-being and safety. You have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for you, your team and others, and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. All personnel are to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Environment Act 1995, Fire Precautions (workplace) Regulations 1999 and other statutory legislation. Confidentiality This practice is committed to maintaining an outstanding confidential service. Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters, pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times. It is essential that if, the legal requirements are to be met and the trust of our patients is to be retained that all staff protect patient information and provide a confidential service. Quality & Continuous Improvement (CI) To preserve and improve the quality of our output, all personnel are required to think not only of what they do, but how they achieve it. By continually re-examining our processes, we will be able to develop and improve the overall effectiveness of the way we work. The responsibility for this rests with everyone working within the practice to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice. This practice continually strives to improve work processes which deliver health care with improved results across all areas of our service provision. We promote a culture of continuous improvement, where everyone counts and staff are permitted to make suggestions and contributions to improve our service delivery and enhance patient care. Learning and Development The effective use of training and development is fundamental in ensuring that all staff are equipped with the appropriate skills, knowledge, attitude and competences to perform their role. All staff will be required to partake and complete mandatory training as directed by the training coordinator, as well as participating in the practice training programme. Staff will also be permitted (subject to approval) to undertake external training courses which will enhance their knowledge and skills, progress their career and ultimately, enable them to improve processes and service delivery. Collaborative Working All staff are to recognise the significance of collaborative working. Teamwork is essential in multidisciplinary environments. Effective communication is essential and all staff must ensure they communicate in a manner which enables the sharing of information in an appropriate manner. Professional Conduct At The Orchard medical Centre staff are required to dress appropriately for their role. Administrative staff will be provided with a uniform whilst clinical staff must dress in accordance with their role. Primary Responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the HCP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: It is anticipated HCPs will develop skills in respecting patient/clients rights, preferences, choices, culture, identity, communication, Health and Safety and promoting health. To be aware of maintaining patient/client confidentiality at all times. Will not undertake any task or element of care until he/she has been assessed as competent by an appropriately trained registered nurse. To act as a chaperone as required to GPs/Nursing Team. To maintain standards of organisation in the treatment, practice and GP rooms. To assist in general nursing duties on completion of a training programme and the successful assessment of a set standard competency level and under the supervision of Practice Nursing Team, i.e. hypertension, ear syringing, spirometry, dressings, all eligible vaccinations, delegated activities from specialist clinics e.g. foot assessments for diabetes, urine testing, weight/height, blood pressure measurements, ECG recording, phlebotomy. To prepare/assist the GPs in minor surgery/IUD fitting. To be responsible for the correct maintenance, cleaning and disposal of surgical equipment. To be responsible for the re-stocking of all clinical areas and maintaining a stock rotation system. To ensure that drug/vaccine refrigerator/s are running at the correct temperature on a daily basis and maintain the Vaccine Cold Chain. Be aware and maintain standards of Infection control. Instruct patients in appropriate techniques or tasks. To behave in a professional manner at all times, being aware of how attitudes and personal behavior can impact on patient/client care and the team as a whole. To work within a multi-professional team and with patient/client valuing and respecting diversity, rights and beliefs when different from ones own. To interact in a professional manner and effectively within the team. Report immediately to a member of clinical staff or Senior Manager any acts of omission or error to safeguard the interests of the patient/client. To present her/himself at all times in a manner that is open and honest and will work in partnership with patients, clients, colleagues and the general public to enhance confidence, competence and best practice. To deal, at all times, politely and respectfully using civilised language and behaviour, with all patients, client and colleagues. Aggressive, abusive, threatening or violent behaviour is not accepted. To present a caring and efficient image and to present her/himself in a reasonable way, with due regard to social acceptability, tidiness and personal hygiene. To wear the agreed uniform in a clean and presentable condition with safe and suitable footwear. The uniform will comply with Health and Safety, Infection Control guidelines. Jewellery will be kept to a minimum. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation Ensure read codes and templates are used effectively Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies Liaise with external services / agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.) Secondary Responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities, the HCP will be requested to: To identify and liaise regularly with the Nurse Manager To take an appropriate level of responsibility in participating in individual annual performance reviews. To take responsibility for completing and submitting an annual PDP by the appointed date each year To maintain own clinical development by participating within training relevant to their developing role.

Are you looking for a job where you can work clinically in a highly respected and effective pre-op and surgical pharmacy team whilst also playing a crucial role in the education of the next generation of pharmacists, then read on!

This is a well-established joint post between Bath University and NBT which is equally split between both roles. The post holder will be responsible for developing, delivering, and assessing practice-based learning at an undergraduate levelandbe part of the Pre-Op Surgery pharmacy team providing a clinical service to the specialty.

This joint appointment will involve working collaboratively with other practice educators to design, deliver and assess practice based learning elements of the pharmacy undergraduate degree course including our very successful Clinical Learning in Practice (CLIP) model. The successful individual would be required to cover a range of face to face teaching activities and elements of assessment. There is also a requirement to provide pastoral support to individual students.

Whilst working within the hospital you will be part of the Pre-Op surgery team, providing cover to the clinic on a sessional basis and supporting the clinical management of surgical patients at NBT.

The role has a major focus on teaching and potential candidates must therefore have excellent presentation and communication skills, have completed a clinical diploma, and be able to work both at the University in Bath and Southmead hospital in Bristol.

Design and deliver high quality teaching which is informed by significant professional experience gained via practice, research/study and teaching experience, to undergraduate students on the new MPharm programme - to include lectures, workshops, applied pharmacy practice skills sessions and supervision of dissertations or projects, assessment and marking and pastoral care of students, in line with Department and University policy. Primarily the teaching commitment associated with this role will be in the practice setting.
Carry out a significant role in the design, development and delivery of practice-based learning in the department of pharmacy and pharmacology.
Contribute effectively to University wide developments and innovation in the design and delivery of teaching. This may include participation in professional accreditation activities where necessary. Whilst it is essential that teaching is informed by research/professional expertise there is no research component in this role.
Responsible for the efficient and effective provision, management, and development of the appropriate clinical pharmacy service in accordance with Medicines legislation, the Code of Ethics of the GPhC, RPS hospital pharmacy standards, UKMI standards and Trust policies and procedures.
Provides specialist clinical pharmacy services at a high level to the Pre-Op pharmacy Surgical Team. Teaches and supervises less experienced colleagues, pharmacists, technicians, and students.

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialties. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

Practice Educator Role
1. Deliver high quality teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate students which is informed by significant professional expertise gained via practice, research/study and extensive teaching experience. Includes designing units of study and their assessment regimes, identifying learning objectives and teaching methods, developing materials and resources, including materials for use online, communicating subject matter clearly and encouraging debate. Provide appropriate responses to student interventions during teaching, responding to questions within and outside class times and react pro-actively and positively to changes in course content or delivery. Specific undergraduate teaching in the new MPharm will include:
1. Design and delivery of the experiential hospital visits in MPharm 1
2. Design and delivery of the Clinical Learning in Practice (CLIP) teaching in MPharm 1-4
3. Support for Practice Placements throughout the new MPharm
1. Design, implement and evaluate teaching and learning packages, participate in the development and modernisation of the curriculum, taking a lead in parts of this activity
2. Design, implement and evaluate assessment tools and criteria for courses, mark assessments, ensuring adequate moderation, providing written or oral feedback as appropriate. Mark final assessments as required
3. Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate level student projects as required
4. Engage pro-actively in on-going professional development both in own subject and in teaching and learning. Act as mentor for more junior teaching fellows or casual teaching staff. May include involvement in professional or teaching and learning networks within and outside the University
5. Take a lead role in programme evaluation, including facilitating student feedback, reflecting on own teaching design and delivery and implementing ideas for improving own performance
6. Carry out teaching related management and leadership duties within the Department or Faculty/School undertake another significant activity to contribute to the overall strategic management/direction of the department as allocated by the Director of Practice Based Learning. Take lead on innovations which have impact at the level of the Department or Faculty. May be asked to represent the teaching interests of the Department at Faculty or University level meetings
7. Take a pastoral role for students when students are away from campus during practice based learning activities. Maintain a knowledge and awareness of student support services and be able to identify student behaviour which is of concern or where support is needed and refer students on appropriately for assistance as necessary
8. Carry out teaching-related management duties or other duties within the grade as allocated by the Director of Teaching or Director of Practice Based Learning
9. Contribute to outreach and/or Widening Participation activity within the Department, Faculty/School or University



Pre-Op Surgery Pharmacist
1. Responsible for the provision, management and development of a highly specialist pharmaceutical service to the Anaesthetics, Surgery, Critical Care and Renal (ASCR) Division to achieve a high standard of efficiency and effectiveness.
2. Responsible for the provision, management and development of a highly specialist pharmaceutical service to the Pre-Operative Assessment Clinics and managing the pharmaceutical care in the per and peri-operative period.
3. Clinically screen prescriptions to ensure the safe, efficient, evidence-based and rational use of medicines in line with the BNSSG Formulary and departmental policies so that risks to patients areminimised.
4. Contribute to the overall development of the clinical pharmacy service through active participation in relevant meetings. Work closely with all members of the pharmacy department and other healthcareprofessionals.
5. Attend consultant and ward board rounds whenever possible to provide pharmaceutical expertise
6. Demonstrate strong leadership skills across all elements of the role
7. Provide reports on the use and cost of medicines to the surgical division as appropriate and analyse these to advise on strategies to ensure cost-effective use ofresources.
8. Write relevant protocols, procedures and guidelines for use within the surgical division.
9. Provide pharmaceutical expertise to any multidisciplinary working groups considering protocols, policies, guidelines and integrated care pathways in the specialistarea.
10. Assimilate and analyse clinical trial information on new pharmaceutical products intended for use within the surgical division for submission to the Area Prescribing and Medicines Optimisation Committee (APMOC).
11. Ensure that an accurate medication history is obtained for each patient using the appropriate sources (GP, community pharmacist, patient/carer, clinic notes, nursing home, electronic patient record systems)
12. Assist with prescribing to enable appropriate patient flow
13. Deals with high level pharmaceutical queries and provide advice and information to patients/carers/nursing and medical staff in connection with drugtreatment
14. Provide a comprehensive clinical ward pharmacy service to the speciality and work with stakeholders to optimise resources and improve patient flow
15. Work closely with the ward staff and GPs/community pharmacists where necessary to ensure timely and seamless discharge ofpatients
16. Record all major interventionsmade
17. Investigate and support the recording of adverse drugreactions
18. Audit and risk manage selected areas of practice to promote continuous quality improvement by affecting change in practice. Participate in ASCR Divisional clinic auditmeetings
19. Maintain and develop medicines management systems in conjunction with patients/carers, ward staff and pharmacy staff. Supervise and contribute to the development of medicines management technicians and/or other dedicated pharmacystaff
20. Contribute to the training of pharmacy undergraduates, medical students, junior doctors, pre- registration pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, allied health professionals and medical and nursing staff as appropriate. Train and mentor clinical pharmacy diploma students on aspects of the specialistarea
21. Act as an appraiser in the Pharmacy appraisals programme
22. Ensure that all relevant procedures are adhered to, reviewed regularly and that all necessary records are completed
23. Undertake to follow all departmental procedures in accordance with current local practices and legislative requirements
24. Provide professional cover in the dispensary on a sessional basis
25. Keep up to date with developments in Pharmacy to maintain a high level of professional knowledge and competence. Attend study days and courses as necessary for the development of the service and the individual
26. Maintain a record of CPD
27. Work with the specialty to comply with national and local patient safety drug alerts and initiatives and help with the implementation and recommendation of associated action plans
28. Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to surgical patients in all clinical areas
29. Undertake any other duties as required by the Director of Pharmacy or their deputy


This advert closes on Sunday 1 Dec 2024

Care and Quality To assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care in collaboration with the patient and their carers and the multi-disciplinary team. Ensure that patient privacy and dignity is maintained at all times, ensuring confidentiality and robust General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) practice at all times. To deliver all care in a caring and compassionate manner, treating patients and colleagues with dignity and respect. Carry our duties and responsibilities with regard to the Hospice Equality, Diversity and Respect Policy Recognise the importance of peoples rights and act in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures Act in ways that acknowledge, respect and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices: respecting diversity and valuing people as individuals. To administer medications as prescribed and monitor and report on their effect. To respond to all admissions effectively and within agreed standards. To prioritise own workload and managers own time to ensure priories are met in a timely fashion and quality is not compromised. Support all patients and their families, respecting their beliefs and personal circumstances. Understand and engage fully in the clinical governance practices and procedures at St Peters Hospice. To contribute to practice improvement and clinical audit, implementing any recommended changes. In so ensuring evidence based quality palliative care is being delivered to patients, carers and their families. Ensuring that you work in a way that complies with legislation and trust policies and procedures on health and safety and risk management. Be able to challenge others in practice if health and safety or other policies/procedure breeches occur or at risk of doing so. Contribute to maintain Health and Safety standards and Risk Assessment within the IPU. Work within SPH Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Policy to ensure you safeguard the interests of all patients. Support bereaved families after the patients death, informing them of the after death processes that need to occur. Work within own scope of practice, taking professional accountability for clinical competence. Use resources economically and efficiently. To report accidents, incidents and complaints as per policy, participating in investigations as required. Able to deal with emergencies and challenging situations by own actions, knows escalation procedures and familiar with information resource. Communication To communicate with patients and families in a sensitive, supportive and caring manner, taking account of individual personal beliefs, culture and understanding. Identify barriers to communication, contextual factors that might affect communication and other cultural or personal preferences when communication and take these in to account. Maintain integrity when communication with others. Be a representative of the St Peters Hospice at all times. To communicate professionally and in a timely way with all internal and external allied health care professionals to ensure the patient and family receive coordinated care of a high quality. To ensure all documentation is completed accurately, legibly and in a timely manner in accordance with hospice policy, NMC standards and in line with Information Governance requirements To help patients/ relatives overcome barriers to understanding when English is not their first language or they have other language/communication barriers. Deliver shift handovers in a concise and efficient manner. Teamwork To work as an open and honest member of the multidisciplinary team to ensure a co-ordinated and defined management plan/plan of care for each patient. To develop effective and supportive working relationships with other members of the Hospice multi- disciplinary team. Contribute to the morale of the team, acknowledging it can be a highly emotive work environment and to ensure your own resilience and those of others. Motivate and encourage others and feel confident to raise concerns of both yourself and others. To supervise Health Care Assistants and Volunteer staff working in the IPU, and allocate appropriate patients under their supervised care. To work with and support the IPU management team, including shift leadership as required. To attend and contribute to debriefing sessions, reflective case reviews and contribute to the ongoing development of the service as required To actively contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings and team meetings Make constructive suggestions to improving services in a professional manner, working with the senior management team to express theses and look at them in context. Provide both positive and negative feedback to colleagues and contribute positively to the culture of the IPU Personal and professional development of self and others To actively participate in, and contribute to the individual performance review and development process. Ensuring that you have undergone an annual individual performance review. To keep up to date with all mandatory and statutory training, and apply learning to practice. Ensuring that you are compliant with the expectations and raising any issues with your line manager should there be a legitimate reason for non-compliance. To take responsibility for own individual professional development by keeping up to date with current advances in nursing practice and research, particularly in the field of palliative care. Take account of own behaviour and its effects on others. Assist in the orientation, and mentorship of new staff and student nurses. Be an excellent role model and representative of St Peters Hospice. Work towards NMC revalidation and support that of colleagues. Demonstrate a commitment to developing research/audit skills and contribute to the research/audit plans of others. Be flexible and adaptable to clinical and operational changes. Actively work on your own reliance in relation to working within palliative care and the positive and challenges that may bring to you as an individual. Additional Responsibilities (for Personal Development Planning when fully competent in core role) To be willing to be trained and supported to carry out the Individual Performance Review of Health Care Assistants. To develop leadership skills to take shift responsibility for the IPU. Develop and lead an area of special interest and share expertise and practice development with MDT colleagues as a link role. Demonstrate competency in a broad range of clinical competencies as outlines in your job description and/or part of your Individual Performance review. To regularly take charge of a shift - dealing with staff allocation and task delegation and ensuring standards are met through effective use and co-ordination of resources.. To participate in the training and mentoring, of student nurses and external placements To monitor practice and competence for Bank RNs and Health Care Assistants by regularly working with them as part of a shift.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Who we're looking for: Registered nurse (NMC registration) Post registered qualification in an appropriate clinical cardiac specialism Experience in circulating and scrubbing for a variety of cardiac cath lab procedures ILS Experienced in all aspects of cardiac cath lab Working as a practitioner in and across multi-disciplinary teams Experience of applying clinical reasoning skills to a range of complex and varied patient case mixes Challenging consultants to influence evidence-based practice Share evidence based practices with colleagues to enhance service and standards Experience of working in partnership with consultants and participating in creating innovative solution for the service Competence across a range of nursing skills supported by professional and clinical knowledge Possess the mandatory training requirements for role including infection control and health and safety competencies. Possess equipment and medical devices competencies Teaching skills Demonstrate your scope of practice underpins the six fundamental values of the 6 Cs (Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage and Commitment) and the care they deliver to the patient at the point of contact treats them with respect and dignity. Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-6pm (extending to 8pm) + occasional Saturdays Contract: Permanent Benefits: We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata) Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers Free Bupa wellness screening Private medical insurance Life assurance Free On site Parking For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Alison Roberts onalison.roberts@spirehealthcare.com Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy without further notice, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Clinical: 1. To have responsibility and accountability for the management of own clinical caseload, including referrals, management and discharge decisions, within own level of competence and with appropriate clinical support. 2. To assess and analyse type, severity and impact of all conditions of speech, language and communication impairments in a wide range of adult patients, through a variety of formal and informal assessments/information gathering methods. 3. To record and interpret personally generated clinical observations and provide feedback for clients/carers/professionals and relevant others. 4. To provide differential diagnosis, clinical advice and care plans/therapy to clients with communication and/or feeding and swallowing difficulties 5. To recommend appropriate referral for specialist videofluoroscopy (VF) examinations or Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallow (FEES) as appropriate. 6. If working with patients in critical care or high dependency beds, manage patients with tracheostomies or ventilator dependence as part of an MDT 7. Where appropriate, to undertake training in videofluoroscopy and FEES and to carry out these assessments with support from a senior colleague 8. To use skills in the delivery of computer based treatment programmes and alternative augmentative communication systems for adults. 9. To demonstrate clinical effectiveness by the use of evidence-based practice, clear care plans and outcome measures. Education, Research and Development 1. To seek advice and support when necessary from more senior colleagues, further developing skills in the management of stroke, medical disorders, especially elderly care, neurological diseases and neurosurgical conditions 2. To attend regular clinical supervision sessions 3. To participate in multi/ inter disciplinary and interagency team building where appropriate. 4. To participate in the development and delivery of patient/carer education programmes, as needed. 5. To participate in local clinical governance/audit/research projects by providing data as required and being part of relevant working groups as appropriate.

Opthalmology Technician

Bristol Hospital | Other Clinical | Permanent | Full Time

Up to £34,000.00 per annum depending on experience

37.5 hours per week

At Nuffield Health the UKs largest healthcare charity, everything we give our patients, members and customers would not be possible without you. Your passion, your warmth, your drive to make a difference. Whether it's driving connected health, helping the nation, transforming experiences, or building the career you want - we give you the support to do it all. Join our journey. It starts with you.

We are looking for an Ophthalmic Technician to join our team at Bristol Hospital and play your part in building a healthier nation. Supporting out team of busy ophthalmic consultant, you will perform relevant tests for each patient at their clinic appointment, helping with the smooth running of the clinic.

As our Ophthalmic Technician, you will:

• Help manage the patient clinics.

• Perform HFA, I-profiler, and OCT testing on patients during the clinics and at other times to suit the patients.

• Assist with pre-operative assessment of patients prior to cataract surgery.

• Ensure Medical Records and kept as per protocol.

• Ensure privacy dignity and safeguarding of all patients.

• Checking VA.

• Carrying out visual field testing, biometry, OCT scanning and corneal topography.

To succeed as an Ophthalmic Technician, you will need:

• Experience/competency in the testing of patients with specialised ophthalmic equipment.

• Experience in health and social care.

• Preferably have an NVQ qualification.

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy, and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From financial and emotional wellbeing support to an online GP, gym membership and private healthcare. At Nuffield Health, we'll take care of what's important to you.

Bristol Hospital.

Situated in the beautiful village of Clifton, Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital - The Chesterfield, has a long and distinguished history of looking after the people of Bristol. With the latest equipment, and designed to meet the needs of all of our patients, we are constantly developing our services to ensure our patients receive the finest quality treatment. A 30 private bed hospital which houses 3 digital theatres and combines leading-edge clinical facilities with an outstanding customer experience.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close adverts early, for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore, please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post.

It starts with you.

Customer Services Advisor

Bristol Hospital | Sales and Business Development | Permanent | Full Time

£23,419.60 per annum

37.5 hours per week

At Nuffield Health, a role like this is about much more than achieving commercial success. Because our focus is on bringing the best of what we offer to the local community. If you have a flair forging strong relationships, driving sales and customer experiences, you could be just who we're looking for.

Join us as a Customer Services Advisor at our Bristol Hospital and play your part in building a healthier nation.

As a Customer Services Advisor, you will:

• Handle enquiries and general queries.

• Assist in financial administration.

• Resolve Data Quality issues.

• Work with the Business Administration Manager to continually improve process.

• Support any other Business Administration requirement.

To succeed as a Customer Service Advisor, you will have:

• Experience of working in a busy customer facing business support function.

• Be a confident and customer-focused communicator with the ability to manage, appraise and interpret the right data, and to present it in a timely and professional manner.

• Ideally be educated to GCSE in English and Maths, with NVQ Level 2 in Business and Administration or equivalent.

• Good IT (Excel/Word) and keyboard skills.

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. With a range of fantastic lifestyle and wellbeing rewards, like gym membership and private healthcare - at Nuffield Health, we'll take care of what's important to you.

Bristol Hospital.

Situated in the beautiful village of Clifton, Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital - The Chesterfield, has a long and distinguished history of looking after the people of Bristol. With the latest equipment, and designed to meet the needs of all of our patients, we are constantly developing our services to ensure our patients receive the finest quality treatment. A 30 private bed hospital which houses 3 digital theatres and combines leading-edge clinical facilities with an outstanding customer experience.

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.

Main Functions Act in accordance with current local Warwickshire Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children, and SWFT guidelines/policy to protect vulnerable adults and children. Contribute towards ensuring AHP & Nursing Strategy is implemented across the Integrated Health Team. To undertake the first contact assessment, including planning, implementation, evaluation and reassessments of the care plans. In the absence of the District Nurse, to take responsibility for the day to day management of the nursing workload, delegating the workload appropriately to other team members. To establish priorities of care in accordance with caseload management To take responsibility for updating and developing professional knowledge and skills which relate to clinical practice To act within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and comply with the Trusts policies and procedures To participate in the development, training and mentorship of preregistration students and staff as required including induction and preceptorship programmes To provide skilled clinical nursing practices Communication Develop and maintain effective communication networks, with service users, health care professionals and other statutory and voluntary organisations To promote and maintain accurate record keeping in order to conform to NMC policy and Data protection Responsibility for patient care To action referrals appropriately according to risk and need in accordance to the service referral criteria To undertake planned and opportunistic health promotion and education activities with patients and carers Act as a patients advocate where appropriate Policy and Service Development Understanding national policy and guidance and the ability to interpret and implement at service level Responsibility for Human Resources Direct supervision of junior members of staff Act independently on a range of delegated tasks and use own initiative in order to manage own workload within appropriate professional guidelines Participate in the PDR process to identify personal and team development goals Able to organise staff in the absence of the District Nurse (Band 6) reporting to a senior member of staff any anomalies Professional Responsibilities and Freedom to Act Interpret national guidance on NMC guidelines Participate in clinical supervision Maintain clinical and professional competencies in accordance with relevant statutory legislation and guidance relevant to health professionals and their services To participate in mandatory and statutory training requirements and keep a record of all training and other developmental activities Responsibility for Research & Development Ensure standards, protocols and policies are evidence based and applied to practice Keep updated with current clinical issues thus always promoting best practice Use research to inform practice Participate in audits as appropriate General The post holder will be required to have access to independent means of transport for work purposes to travel across SWFT and to other agencies Physical and Mental Effort The post holder will undertake people moving and handling on a daily basis. The handling of equipment e.g. hoists, is integral to the post and may be required to be undertaken in confined spaces within patients homes. The post holder will be required to operate as a lone worker in accordance with WCH policies and procedures The post holder may come into contact with bodily fluids including urine and faeces and exudate from wounds e.g. blood and pus

Your new company
North Bristol based hospital
Your new role

• Checking, receipting and storage of all pharmaceuticals for use within the business
• Moving of bulk pallets of fluids
• Inventory stock rotation/expiry date checking
• Operating a handheld pallet truck trained an advantage but not essential, as on the job training can be given in this by R+D trained trainer

What you'll need to succeed

• Heavy goods handling experience, e.g. moving bulk pallets of stock
• GCSE English and Mathematics grade C/4 or above.
• Basic I.T skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and be flexible in a fast-paced environment with high level of attention to detail in relation to pharmaceutical products, form, strength, quantity etc. on the job training provided
• Good time management
• Able to work shift patterns between 08:00 - 18:00 Mon-Fri
• Weekend work - Saturday 10:00 - 14:00 as and when required

What you'll get in return

• Great friendly team to work with
• On the job training

What you need to do now


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