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We are looking for a Locum Practice Nurse (Band 5) to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at Chatham Medical Centre, in Chatham, Kent.

This is a locum role (37.5 hours per week) and the successful candidate will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel.

Job Description – Service Requirements
• To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, under the Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) organization, delivering Primary Health Care (PHC) services and elements of Occupational Health and Health Promotion to the Defence Medical Services (DMS) entitled Population at Risk (PAR).
• To be responsible to the Senior Medical Officer / Lead Clinician / Senior Nurse and provide routine clinics as directed to meet the needs of the organisation and the PAR.
• To be involved in the development and implementation of local programmes of care/ service delivery within their scope of practice; conducting electronic searches and performing audit to promote quality improvement.
• To assist in the supervision of untrained staff within the practice, under the guidance of the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician and within individual scope of practice.
• To undertake and remain in date for all mandatory training as set out in the most current DPHC Guidance Note entitled Mandatory Training for Locums, Agency Staff and single Service personnel working within DPHC.
• To maintain patient safety and support healthcare governance activity.
• To undertake training and demonstrate competence to issue medications via Patient Group Directives (PGDs) and Patient Specific Directions (PSDs), in accordance with Joint Service Policy and as determined appropriate by the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician.


Essential Requirements / Qualifications / Experience
• Must be Registered Nurse (Adult) Level 1 with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and hold a valid, in date Personal Identification Number (PIN) and not be subject to any restrictions of practice.
• Must hold current, valid personal medical indemnity insurance.
• Must have a minimum of one year’s post registration experience working as a Band 5 or higher grade in a Primary Healthcare (PHC) setting (within the last three years).
• Must be in date for Basic Life Support (BLS), Anaphylaxis, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and be able to provide certification.
• Must have completed Immunisation and Vaccination Foundation Training in accordance with national immunisation and vaccination standard training requirements (Public Health England) and either:
- be able to provide certification; or
- be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for Immunisation and Vaccinations (dated within the last 12 months).
• Must be in date for Immunisation and Vaccination annual update e-learning training (to include young children if engaged within a family practice) and be able to provide certification.
• Must be in date for venepuncture and able to provide certificates of training/qualification/update, as undertaken within the last three years, and/or be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for venepuncture.

• Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 3 training.

About Military Medical Personnel and Our Benefits:
Military Medical Personnel (MMP) is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated exclusively to providing locum civilian medical, dental and healthcare professionals to the Ministry of Defence. We are a contracted supplier to the MOD and have locum vacancies on military bases throughout the UK and occasionally overseas locations.
Military Medical Personnel offer an attractive package for candidates which may include the following:
• Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model
• A generous “Refer a Friend” bonus scheme
• Flexibility of long- and short-term assignments to suit your availability
• Free uniforms provided (if required)
• A disclosure check PVG membership in Scotland or Access Northern Ireland certificate is required for this post.
• Free mandatory training
• Weekly payments
• Assigned an experienced consultant who will support you throughout your application who will continue to look after you during your assignment

All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements and a current DBS.

We reserve the right to remove this requirement once a suitable candidate has been selected.

Please note that MMP does not provide working visas, and you must possess valid leave to remain and have UK work experience.

Do you have at least 2 years of experience working in mental health or a Core profession and you're interested in becoming a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist? If so, our fully funded Trainee High Intensity Therapist programme could be the role for you! Getting to know Us: Hello! We are Vita Health Group we are one of the lead providers of NHS Talking Therapies services within the South West, North East, Midlands and South East. We are proud of the work we do to support our community through our partnership with the NHS and see the life-changing impact of our practice every single day! We have a company-wide focus on staff wellbeing, a flexible and creative approach to work and a real culture of openness and support. We love to see our colleagues thrive and achieve their personal goals, so we place a real emphasis on quality supervision, rich continuous professional development (CPD) and encouraging our Cognitive Behavioural Therapists to embrace specialist training and leadership opportunities. The Role: We are looking for aspiring Cognitive Behavioural Therapists to join our NHS Kent and Medway Talking Therapies service as Trainee High Intensity Therapists (HITs) in the February 2025 cohort at Canterbury Christchurch University. The course is offered on a full time basis, over 1 year. This is an Evidence Based High Intensity CBT Therapist post graduate course, details of which can be found on the link below. https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/courses/postgraduate/cognitive-behaviour-therapy-high-intensity?year=march-2024&modeRef=0#courseOverview Whilst training, a typical working week includes 3 days of clinical practice with the service and 2 days attending university. University days are likely to be a hybrid training approach with a combination of remote and face-to-face teaching. Full details of the course will be provided by the University following successful appointment. You will provide High Intensity CBT interventions recommended by NICE to clients with moderate to severe common mental health disorders and will receive weekly supervision provided by both the university and the workplace. This is a training position with a start date of February 2025. Preceptorship Period Post-Training We think it is important that our trainees get continued time and space to learn their craft and have the time to be able to reflect on their cases and build their clinical confidence. After the training is complete, we will continue to support you to consolidate your learning. Following successful completion of the course, all of our practitioners have built in CPD per annum, additional regular CPD sessions, free access to the Bespoke CPD package where they can access upcoming and previous specialised CBT training from global leading academics and clinicians. Getting to know You: Applications are welcomed from Core Professionals (e.g. nurses, occupational therapists, social workers, health psychologists, educational psychologists) and Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners. Applicants without a BABCP recognised and accredited core mental health professional training (such as Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners or Psychotherapists and Counsellors without UKCP or BACP accreditation) are eligible to apply but must be able to demonstrate at interview that they meet the KSA requirements set by the BABCP. If you are interested in working in our Talking Therapies service, but do not currently meet the essential criteria for this role, there may be other opportunities available within our service that may be suitable and would support you gaining the relevant experience to meet this criteria in the future. For more information about Core Professions: https://www.babcp.com/Core-Professions For more information about the KSA requirements: https://www.babcp.com/Knowledge-Skills-Attitudes Essential Requirements: Core Professional training or qualification, or able to demonstrate at interview that you meet the KSA requirements set by the BABCP. Demonstrate the equivalent relevant experience of a core profession by having at least 2 years experience working in mental health and can demonstrate you have the knowledge and skills to meet the criteria of the BABCP KSA Portfolio at the point of interview. Undergraduate degree or equivalent in a discipline connected to mental health (or evidence of the ability to study at third year undergraduate degree (level 6). Membership of the BABCP (from the time that the course commences). Availability to attend university as required, which will include up to nine blocks of teaching of up to four days. Teaching will be a mixture of face to face and remote. Experience of working in mental health services, including risk management. Willingness to travel, which may include overnight stays on occasion, as and when required. Desirable Requirements: Evidence of foundation level or sustained CPD in CBT. Evidence of supervised CBT practice. Other Requirements: Shortlisted applicants must be available to attend interviews remotely via Microsoft Teams during the first week in December. The interview will include a University representative along with representatives from Vita Health Group. There will be a roleplay activity which is provided at the interview. Applicants must be available to commence the role for service induction on 17th February 2025. All essential equipment will be provided. A Disclosure and Barring check (DBS, formerly CRB) will be required by the service for appointment to post. Applicants who have completed an NHS or HEE funded psychological professions training programme within the last two years are not eligible to apply. Only those with the right to work in the UK without restriction and eligible for Home Fee status can be recruited. These rules are set by the UK government and cannot be changed by individual universities or the NHS. Why Vita Health Group? Vita Health Group celebrates life. Improving lives physically and mentally drives everything we do. Now part of Spire Healthcare Group plc we have been providing physical and mental health services for over 30 years. We work in partnership with the NHS, are engaged by insurers and some of the UKs largest corporate companies to support their workforce and provide a full range of physiotherapy services to private customers. To achieve our mission of Making People Better, we recognise the importance of investing in our staff. We are an award-winning employer recently recognised nationally asBest Company to Work for at the Health and Wellbeing Awards 2024. This is also recognised by current employees our most recent Employee Survey results showed the top 5 reasons to work here as being: Supportive team and management Positive work environment Wellbeing and mental health support Trust and respect Autonomy and flexibility We are keen to progress your skills and enable career development and provide regular Continued Professional Development opportunities including secondments, management training, a mentoring scheme, apprenticeships and regular events and webinars across a range of clinical disciplines. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer the opportunity of a flexible work life balance and a comprehensive benefits package which you can view here: https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/join-us/careers Vita Health Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and is seeking to improve the diversity of its workforce. We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion best practice and positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion/belief, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. For further information on our EDI commitments please view here: Vita Health Groups commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We are committed to being equitable and supporting the wellbeing of all employees. We are a Mindful Employer Our status as a Disability Confident Leader dedicated to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. All disabled candidates that meet the minimum essential criteria will be invited to interview. Our Ethnicity Matters Scheme where all applicants for senior roles (£40,000+) from a minority ethnic group that meet the essential criteria will be invited for interview. Our Gender Matters Scheme where all women applicants for senior roles (£60,000+) that meet the essential criteria will be invited to interview. Our sign up to the Armed Forces Covenant. Our status as a Menopause Friendly Committed employer. Our sign up to the Employer with Heart Charter. Our commitment to meet the standards outlined in the NHS Equality Delivery System (EDS). Workforce Race Equality Standard (WRES) and Workforce Disability Equality Standard (WDES). Access to health and wellbeing services for colleagues including Mental Health Advocates and an Employee Assistance Programme. An embedded speaking up culture facilitated by Freedom to Speak Up Guardians. Treating transgender individuals with dignity and recognising the potential complications that may arise when taking references. We encourage applicants to contact HR at hr@vhg.co.uk to discuss or amend how we manage reference requests. Should you wish to discuss any adjustment or assistance you need in the application or interview process please contact recruitment@vhg.co.uk and we will facilitate. Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to accept and perform work in the UK and all positions are subject to a DBS check. Any data which you share with us throughout the hiring process will be stored securely within the UK and is accessible only by staff who require it. Should your application be unsuccessful, your data will be securely destroyed after 6 months. Vita Health Group reserves the right to close this job when sufficient applications have been received.

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

We are recruiting High Intensity CBT trainees to join Croydon Talking Therapies. Postholders will spend three days a week in the service and over the other two days, they will undertake the PG Dip in CBT course at Royal Holloway University of London. There is an expectation from Royal Holloway and Croydon Talking Therapies that successful applicants will stay in their posts and complete the training which will last till early 2026.

We are a large IAPT service (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies) and currently have over 100 staff. We provide a full range of NICE recommended step 2 and 3 interventions for depression and anxiety including CBT, IPT, Counselling, and EMDR. We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate team players, committed to working for our Croydon communities, offering patient-centred, responsive and high-quality psychological health and wellbeing services.



The postholders will join the Croydon Talking Therapies service to deliver high quality cognitive-behavioural therapy to clients with depression and / or anxiety.

Postholders will be expected to see clients in GP surgeries and outpatients clinics, as well as remotely. All staff are required to work one evening per week. Successful applicants can expect to join a highly valued and motivated IAPT workforce which consists of cognitive behavioural therapists, clinical / counselling / health psychologists, counsellors, PWPs, career coaches and our admin team.

You can expect a friendly, creative, welcoming and social team consisting of Step 2 clinicians, High Intensity Therapists and admin staff. We take pride in involving our staff, drawing upon their skills and strengths and have a Staff Health and Wellbeing Champion.

We are committed to ensuring our staff get the most out of their benefits package and understand the importance of a healthy work life balance. There is an extensive range of excellent benefits for you and your family. We want you to feel like you are part of a close knit team at SLaM. It’s important to us that you valued and appreciated and that are why we have a comprehensive benefits package on offer.

This is a training role within the Improving Access To Psychological Therapies Programme (IAPT). The postholder will work within the IAPT service providing high intensity interventions whilst undertaking a programme of training for this role. This intensive training post will equip the postholder to provide a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) service to clients with a range of complex problems for which CBT is demonstrated to be clinically effective.

Please see a separate document for a full job description.


This advert closes on Tuesday 19 Nov 2024

Beauty Merchandiser – Flexible

Updating and re-sequencing make up stands in major high street retailers, working with leading brands such as L’Oréal Paris, Nyx Professional Make Up, Max Factor, Rimmel and Maybelline.

Momentum Instore have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Beauty Merchandiser on a flexible basis, working 8-hour days Monday to Friday as and when we have projects (2025).

We have a busy 6 weeks from the start of January 2025 (schedules of work to be given in December) and are looking for key people in your location. Paid training days will take place in December and paid before Christmas.

Work throughout 2025 on a project-by-project basis.

Role and Responsibilities


Visiting retailers and updating the stand
Moving parts around and resequencing stock according to a new planogram
Changing over the visuals
Maintaining the stand, keeping it looking fresh for customers that visit the store
Travelling to your depot* for kit collection, which is paid time.


What will I get in return?


Training: Provided in full and you are paid – This will be in December and paid before Christmas
Work: Assignment basis, under own supervision



Travel: Regionally, 50 to 80 miles of your home
Location: Field Based – working in various high street retailers
Hours: 8 hr days
Pay Rate: £14.50 per hour plus expenses (fuel/parking etc.)
Equipment: Uniform, Company van (for business use only), and PPE are all provided where applicable
Flexibility: Work when you are available on a variety of projects


Apply now, or for further information about the Beauty Merchandiser role please email: enquiries@momentuminstore.com

* Depots in Dunstable LU5, Reddish SK5, Loughborough LE11, Newport NP19 and Livingston EH54

An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a Peripatetic Nurse Manager to cover 14 care homes in London, Kent, and in the South West in absence of the manager. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers

This is one of UK’s leading not-for-profit care provider, focussing on providing high-quality care and running a sustainable and thriving family of homes

**To be considered for this position you must hold an active NMC Pin and an NVQ Level 4 in Health & Social Care**

As the Peripatetic Nurse Manager your key responsibilities include:
• Supporting 2 divisions and maintain regional contact for each Care home
• Conducting routine Head Office visits across care homes as directed by Divisional Directors
• Ensuring that a stimulated and caring environment is always maintained
• Overseeing and ensuring the effective delivery of the medicine administration process in line with the company care management of medicines policy
• Ensuring that attendance to both mandatory and required training courses, including that of staff members within a home, is met in order that skills, knowledge, and competency levels are maintained to carry out the role efficiently and effectively
• Supporting the Home Manager to plan and facilitate regular staff meetings: staff supervision establishing an effective communication system, ensuring that staff members are kept up to date with all current necessary information
• Providing support and assistance to staff members and ensuring that areas of responsibility are maintained and to delegate duties to staff as appropriate, ensuring implementation

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
• Previous experience of working with a large multi-site Care Provider within a capacity of a high-Level Manager
• Excellent knowledge of the CQC standards
• Working knowledge of Legislation and the Regulatory Framework underpinning practice in relation to the care of older people
• Flexible and willing to travel and work a variety of shifts, including the occasional weekend shifts

The successful Peripatetic Nurse Manager will receive an excellent salary of £67,900 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through days. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
**£4,000 Car Allowance**
• Free DBS
• 25 days paid holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
• Free learning and development
• Company pension scheme - employer’s contribution matched up to 6%
• 2 x Salary Death in Service benefit*
• Medical Health Benefit*
• Length of Service Awards
• Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme*

Reference ID: 6768
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to contact@jupiterrecruitment.co.uk

Talk to us - Jupiter Recruitment on WhatsApp
Our WhatsApp number is - 07856209032

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Job Title: Orthopaedic Consultant (Weekend Insourcing Work)
Location: Kent
Job Type: Part-Time (Weekend Insourcing)
About Us: Sirona Medical is a leading Insourcing provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Orthopaedic Consultant to join our team for weekend insourcing work. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, providing high-quality Orthopaedic care to our patients.
Key Responsibilities:

- Provide expert orthopaedic consultations and treatments during weekends.
- Perform surgical procedures as required.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Participate in case discussions and contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical practices.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.

Requirements:

- Medical degree and full registration with the [relevant medical board].
- Specialist qualification in Orthopaedics.
- Proven experience as an Orthopaedic Consultant.
- Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.

Benefits:

- £1800 - £2000 per day.
- Flexible working hours.
- Opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced team.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
- Support for ongoing professional development.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to insourcing@sirona-medical.co.uk
Contact Information: For more information about this position, please contact: 020 8050 2999 or Insourcing@sirona-medical.co.uk

Job Title: General Surgery Consultant (Weekend Insourcing Work)
Location: Kent
Job Type: Part-Time (Weekend Insourcing)
About Us: Sirona Medical is a leading Insourcing provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated General Surgery Consultant to join our team for weekend insourcing work. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, providing high-quality General Surgery care to our patients.
Key Responsibilities:

- Provide expert General Surgery consultations and treatments during weekends.
- Perform surgical procedures as required.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Participate in case discussions and contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical practices.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.

Requirements:

- Medical degree and full registration .
- Specialist qualification in General Surgery
- Proven experience as an General Surgery Consultant
- Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.

Benefits:

- £1800 - £2000 per day.
- Flexible working hours.
- Opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced team.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
- Support for ongoing professional development.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to insourcing@sirona-medical.co.uk

Contact Information: For more information about this position, please contact: 020 8050 2999 or Insourcing@sirona-medical.co.uk

Job Title: Gynaecologist consultant (Weekend Insourcing Work)
Location: Kent
Job Type: Part-Time (Weekend Insourcing)
About Us: Sirona Medical is a leading Insourcing provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Gynaecologist Consultant to join our team for weekend insourcing work. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, providing high-quality Gynaecology care to our patients.
Key Responsibilities:

- Provide expert orthopaedic consultations and treatments during weekends.
- Perform surgical procedures as required.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Participate in case discussions and contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical practices.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.

Requirements:

- Medical degree and full registration
- Specialist qualification in Gynaecology
- Proven experience as a Gynaecologist consultant
- Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.

Benefits:

- £1800 - £2000 per day.
- Flexible working hours.
- Opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced team.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
- Support for ongoing professional development.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to insourcing@sirona-medical.co.uk
Contact Information: For more information about this position, please contact : 020 8050 2999 or insourcing@sirona-medical.co.uk

Job Title: Urologist Consultant (Weekend Insourcing Work)
Location: Kent
Job Type: Part-Time (Weekend Insourcing)
About Us: Sirona Medical is a leading Insourcing provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Urologist Consultant to join our team for weekend insourcing work. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, providing high-quality Urology care to our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide expert Urologist consultations and treatments during weekends.
- Perform surgical procedures as required.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Participate in case discussions and contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical practices.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.

Requirements:

- Medical degree and full registration
- Specialist qualification in Urology
- Proven experience as an Urology Consultant.
- Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.

Benefits:

- £1800 - £2000 per day.
- Flexible working hours.
- Opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced team.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
- Support for ongoing professional development.

To apply: Please send over CV's to insourcing@sirona-medical.co.uk

Contact Information: For more information about this position, please contact : 020 8050 2999 or insourcing@sirona-medical.co.uk

Senior Biomedical Scientist Histology - Tunbridge Wells Hospital | Permanent Contract | Full Time - 37.5 hours per week | Salary up to £41,000.00 per annum (depending on experience)

To look after the nation's heath, we must provide the highest standards of care. So, we need to work with the best talent around. That's why we're looking for someone who understands how important it is to maintain great relationships while providing the high levels of service in a modern pathology laboratory.

As a Senior Biomedical Scientist at our Tunbridge Wells Hospital, you'll bring the relevant qualifications and laboratory experience in Histology and multidisciplinary biomedical science. You have a good working knowledge of different analytical equipment in a range of techniques. You're also a natural communicator and team player, and you share our idea of quality.

As a Senior Biomedical Scientist Histology, you will: Have in depth knowledge of Histology to support the training and development of other staff members.

• Carry out and oversee routine histology practices including dissection, microtomy, embedding, manual coverslipping, troubleshooting, validation of reagents and participation in NEQAS.

• Keep records of specimens, results, reagents, and consumables.

• Support the organisation in validating and assessing new histology equipment.

• You will have the opportunity to undertake a management qualification/higher specialist in cell path if desired.

• Assist in the maintenance and improve quality management systems required for UKAS accreditation.

As a Senior Biomedical Scientist you will have:

• To be HCPC registered.

• Relevant laboratory experience in histology with multi-disciplinary biomedical science.

• Extensive histology experience, with knowledge to accompany this at specialist diploma level.

• Good working knowledge of different histological techniques, ideally with dissection experience.

• Good working knowledge of different analytical equipment in a range of multi-disciplinary techniques.

• Good understanding of laboratory processes and day to day running of a laboratory.

• The ability to understand how vital it is to maintain good customer relationships and provide high levels of service in a modern pathology laboratory.

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic individual able to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Helping you feel good - The Benefits

We want our people to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. And with access to our private healthcare, free gym membership, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) which increase to 38 with length of service - inc BH, 20% discount at our nurseries, cycle to work scheme, a range of lifestyle and wellbeing benefits, and more. You can truly enjoy a whole range of benefits tailored to your lifestyle.

We want you to be the best you can be. We promise that we will support you with training opportunities, career development options. We believe in our people and to help you develop your skills and progress your career in Nuffield Health.

Be your best and join us in building a healthier nation. It starts with you.

Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital.

The Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital are recognised for their friendly atmosphere, clinical expertise, and high standards of care.

Our purpose-built hospital has been established since 1968. With 40 en-suite bedrooms, a busy outpatients and pre-assessment departments. We also provide a diagnostic imaging service (MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Mammography and X-ray), pathology, paediatric unit, surgical recovery ward, cancer care unit, 3 state of the art operating theatres and physiotherapy services.

Our staff are welcoming, friendly and supportive, and are led by a caring and effective management team. The hospital is conveniently located to the city centre and central railway station making it easy for commuters.

Find out more about our hospital using the link below.

www.nuffieldhealth.com/hospitals/tunbridge-wells

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.

Communication and relationship skills Demonstrate highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with clients, colleagues and teams Ensure effective communication with clients where there may be barriers to acceptance/ understanding e.g. child protection, domestic violence bereavement and where English is not the first language. Ensure effective communication with all members of multi-disciplinary team and multi agency partners, in particular childrens centres, early years providers, social services and GP practices. Ensure all information about patients is treated confidentially and comply with Trust policies on data protection, information sharing and governance Participate in team and other meetings as required. Knowledge, training and experience First level registered nurse RN, RGN Post registration qualification in a relevant field, e.g. Health Promotion, Child Development. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with clients, colleagues and teams. Ability to be flexible and develop within the changing needs of the service and clients. Possessing an up to date Personal Development Plan showing evidence of continuing professional development. Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake To ensure statutory and mandatory training is kept up to date. Analytical and judgement skills Assess, implement and plan services under the guidance of the health visitor Evaluate individual and community health care programmes in collaboration with the health visitor. Planning and organisational skills Plan and lead the delivery of designated public health and health promotion activities Plan individual and community health care programmes Responsible for planning own work To ensure statutory and mandatory training is up to date in line with organisational policy. Physical skills Keyboard skills Ability to travel to diverse sites in a timely manner. Responsibility for client care To work in collaboration with the Health Visitor in planning, implementing and evaluating individual and Community Health Care Programmes. To lead the delivery of designated public health and health promotion activities. To assess, implement and plan services with individual families under the guidance of the Health Visitor. To act as an infection control link/ resource to the team Safeguard the client group by adhering to child and adult protection guidelines and procedures. Ensure effective communication with clients and colleagues To ensure the provision of a high quality service that is led by client need and is evidence based. Access clinical supervision as per Trust Policy. Responsibility for policy and service development implementation To support the Health Visiting Team in service and practice development initiatives to improve standards and outcomes. 8. Responsibilities for financial and physical resources Comply with the Trusts Standing Orders and Standing Financial instructions Responsible for the safe and careful use of equipment in clinics and during home visits (e.g. weighing scales). Responsibilities for human resources (HR) Line management of band 4 and below Participate in mentorship and education of qualified and unqualified staff gaining community experience To provide support and advice to other colleagues within the team. Responsibilities for information resources Responsibility for timely accurate record keeping and safeguarding client confidentiality by adhering to Caldicott Principles. Record and submit accurate and timely data as required to inform service planning, management and evaluation. Responsibilities for research and development (R&D) Completion of audits as required by the service. Freedom to act Qualified nurse who uses own professional judgement. Able to work alone and unsupervised under the management of a qualified health visitor Adheres to the NMC Code of Professional conduct.

Overview of Responsibilities Work collaboratively as required to ensure effective and efficient provision of health care services Communicate the vision and rationale of the service provided Keep the Directorate/Divisional management team informed of relevant issues regarding running of the ward/unit, expenditure/income and accounting for significant variances against budget Use communication skills in order to convey complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers and other staff, overcoming any barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events and outside agencies. Ensure that patient documentation is completed correctly, appropriately and in a timely manner by all members of the nursing team Ensure patients are able to gain access to health and social care information and support relevant to their needs Provide information which enables patients to make choices about adopting a healthier lifestyle Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained Maintain professional boundaries and working relationships with patients and colleagues Clinical & Professional Responsibilities: Lead on change management issues/projects for the ward/unit Educate patients and their carer(s) as required where a need has been identified Participate in annual staff appraisal, staff development and in-service training activities in line with the Knowledge and Skills Framework Ensure that all staff attend Trust/local orientation programmes, mandatory training sessions and annual updates Be appraised at least annually and contribute to own personal development plan (PDP) Be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, management & clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with CPD requirements and maintain a professional profile Act as a preceptor/facilitator/mentor for staff and students Take part in reflection and appropriate learning from practice, in order to maintain and develop competence and performance Facilitate staff to fulfil mandatory training & CPD requirements and to maintain a professional profile Ensure that all new staff complete Trust and local induction / orientation programmes Assist in establishing clinical supervision and participate as appropriate Maintain a suitable learning environment Co-ordinate and maintain accurate records of all nurse and health care assistant training and development Foster a climate of continuous service improvement by maintaining awareness of developments and best practice elsewhere Interpret national and trust policy and assess potential impact on the service Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of nursing practice standards, guidelines, protocols, policies and care pathways - local and trust wide Be responsible for implementing, maintaining and monitoring measurable standards of care in liaison with the Associate Director of Nursing/Service Manager Ensure care delivered is based on current evidence, best practice and validated research when available Work with CPE to review nursing practice, implementing appropriate changes in accordance with above principles Contribute to research and development programmes within the ward/department Ensure all the required audits are done daily, weekly, biweekly and monthly Attend all meetings as invited to or send a deputy if you are unable to. Ensure all link nurses are in place and attend all the trainings required for them to do their role. Meet with the CPE to check on the competencies of staff in the unit biweekly Conduct monthly checks of the work environment to ensure that it is safe. Leadership and Management Responsibilities Lead on change management issues/projects for the ward/unit Consider the views/needs of users when determining priorities for service development Foster a climate of continuous service improvement by maintaining awareness of developments and best practice elsewhere Interpret national and trust policy and assess potential impact on the service Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of nursing practice, guidelines, protocols, policies and care pathways - local and trust wide Be responsible for implementing, maintaining and monitoring measurable standards of care in liaison with the Associate Director of Nursing/Service Manager Ensure care delivered is based on current evidence, best practice and validated research when available Work with the Practice Development Team to review nursing practice, implementing appropriate changes in accordance with above principles Contribute to research and development programmes within the speciality. To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work. Clinical Governance Responsibilities: Ensure team members assess, plan and implement care and treatment for patients Ensure team members produce clearly documented nursing notes that are appropriate to the patients needs and that they are monitored regularly Ensure team members plan and co-ordinate patients discharge from the Eye Ward effectively Demonstrate accountability of completeness of the nursing record/documentation for every visit/appointment Supervise staff in the delivery of care and treatments Act as an advocate for the patient, providing them with information and directing them to the relevant support services where appropriate Take the appropriate action to address any issues or risks Respect peoples dignity, wishes and beliefs; involve them in shared decision-making and obtain their consent before undertaking nursing procedures Promote and maintain a patient focused multidisciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, health care professionals and other agencies Ensure that treatments prescribed by the medical staff are carried out, and that multidisciplinary team members are informed of changes in the patients condition Ensure safe and timely transfer of patients in accordance with ASPH policy Ensure safe discharge of patients in accordance with ASPH Discharge Policy Health, Safety & Security: Work with team members to ensure maintenance of a clean and safe environment that is conducive to therapeutic and ethical practice Be accountable for and ensure own competence in practice Promote nursing practice and care delivery in line with relevant research and evidence base and with reference to trust policies and guidelines Identify potential risks for all staff, patients and visitors, act as required adhere to relevant incident reporting procedures Ensure the safe custody and administration of drugs in accordance with local and Trust policy and legal requirements Handle and dispose of all body fluids in accordance with universal precautions To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties as qualified and able. Service improvement: Maintain own and others awareness of the national, professional and local quality issues relevant to the delivery of nursing services, ensuring compliance as required Ensure a welcoming, caring and supportive environment is provided for staff, patients and their family/visitors/carers Ensure a clean and safe environment and liaise with the Associate Director of Nursing/Service Manager Senior Nurse /Matron with regard to the performance management of contracted services and NHS National Cleaning Standards Uphold quality initiatives that improve customer care and enhance the interface between staff, patients and visitors and other wards and departments within the trust Participate in audit processes for monitoring and reviewing nursing quality Participate in the Essence of Care Benchmarking process and implementation of action plans Be involved in the handling and resolution of complaints in accordance with ASPH policy; ensure staff are aware of the role of the nurse.