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Job Description

Mental Health Nurse

Hourly Rate: £19

Day / Night / Mixed Shifts

Full-Time Hours

Here at Willing Care, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse (RMN) to join one of our client's growing Nursing team, so if you are looking for a new and rewarding role, then apply today!

Our staff hold over 20 years' experience within the Healthcare industry, we are devoted to matching up our clients with talented candidates, who are passionate about providing high quality care.

Requirements for the Staff Nurse ( RMN/Mental Health Nurse ) role:

• You must have a Registered Nurse Qualification (RMN)
• Valid NMC Pin
• Clear DBS

About the Mental Health Hospital:

Our client offers specialist low secure and rehabilitation services to women who have complex mental health conditions.

Benefits for a Staff Nurse ( RMN ):

• Paid breaks

The role of a Staff Nurse ( RMN ) within the Mental Health Hospital involves:

• Ensuring the care, welfare and safety of all patients is maintained at the highest possible standard.
• Completing physical/psychological assessments of new patient on admission.
• Creating individualised care plans for patients.
• Updating care plans daily.
• Safely administering and recording of medication.
• Liaising effectively with external suppliers and health care providers.
• Monitoring and developing performance of care staff
• Ensuring effective rotas are in place.
• Use a person-centred approach to ensure every individual's needs are understood and met with the greatest privacy, dignity, and respect.

We are seeking a Staff Nurse (RMN) who is passionate about the standards of care they provide, if this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply today.

Reference: WILL 79459/JG

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Job Description

Staff Nurse - RMN/RNLD

Hourly Rate: £19

Day / Night / Mixed Shifts

Full-Time Hours

Here at Willing Care, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse (RMN/RNLD) to join one of our client's growing Nursing team, so if you are looking for a new and rewarding role, then apply today!

Our staff hold over 20 years' experience within the Healthcare industry, we are devoted to matching up our clients with talented candidates, who are passionate about providing high quality care.

Requirements for the Staff Nurse ( RMN/RNLD ) role:

• You must have a Registered Nurse Qualification (RMN/RNLD)
• Valid NMC Pin
• Clear DBS

About the Mental Health Hospital:

Our client offers specialist low secure and rehabilitation services to women who have complex mental health conditions.

Benefits for a Staff Nurse ( RMN/RNLD ):

• Paid breaks

The role of a Staff Nurse ( RMN/RNLD ) within the Mental Health Hospital involves:

• Ensuring the care, welfare and safety of all patients is maintained at the highest possible standard.
• Completing physical/psychological assessments of new patient on admission.
• Creating individualised care plans for patients.
• Updating care plans daily.
• Safely administering and recording of medication.
• Liaising effectively with external suppliers and health care providers.
• Monitoring and developing performance of care staff
• Ensuring effective rotas are in place.
• Use a person-centred approach to ensure every individual's needs are understood and met with the greatest privacy, dignity, and respect.

We are seeking a Staff Nurse (RMN/RNLD) who is passionate about the standards of care they provide, if this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply today.

Reference: WILL 79458/JG

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Job Description

Staff Nurse - RMN/RNLD

Salary: £37,00

37.5 hours per week

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RMN/RNLD) to join our client's mental health team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality rehabilitation and care to adults with a range of mental health conditions. This role requires a strong understanding of mental health, as well as a commitment to promoting equality and inclusion in all aspects of care.

Qualifications

• RMN or RNLD qualification
• Valid UK NMC PIn
• Proven experience in mental health or learning disabilities nursing
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently
• Commitment to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion in healthcare

Benefits:

• Company pension scheme
• CPD funding and career progression opportunities
• Paid NMC renewal fees
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Onsite parking

Responsibilities

• Conducting patient assessments and developing individualized care plans
• Administering medication and monitoring its effectiveness
• Providing emotional support and guidance to patients and their families
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care
• Advocating for the rights and needs of individuals with mental health issues or learning disabilities
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records

Reference: WILL79460/DB

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION NB: Please do not change the Word format or Page Set Up of this document. 1. JOB DETAILS Job Title: Staff Nurse (Adult) Reports to: Senior Sister/Charge Nurse Band: 5 Department: Renal Location R&S Dialysis Unit AfC Job No: 2419b 2. JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY The role is to provide and be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised programmes of care. You will deliver care without supervision and take responsibility as the prime care provider for a group of patients and at all times promote confidence in our commitment to provide excellent compassionate patient care. The role will involve taking charge of the ward or department as necessary in the absence of the Sister or Charge Nurse. You will participate in the in-service training, preceptorship and mentorship of junior staff, post basic learners and students as well as maintaining your personal development. The jobholder will work within an environment caring for adult patients. The jobholder must comply with the wearing of PPE as appropriate to the clinical situation - this may involve wearing face masks for a considerable length of time. 3. ORGANISATIONAL CHART 4. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Clinical Acts in accordance with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct. Communicate with patients and carers to ensure they have access to appropriate information. Maintain and deliver compassionate patient focused care in accordance with LTHT guidelines, policies, values and behaviours. Maintain a safe working environment. Provide assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for patients, ensuring documentation standards are upheld in accordance with NMC and LTHT guidelines, whether written or computerised. Promote and maintain positive relationships between all staff involved in the care of patients. Promote evidence based practice. Participate in the audit and evaluation of clinical practice in the interests of promoting and improving quality care through action on findings. Undertake duties on other wards or departments as and when required by service demands or patient need. Act in such a way that safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults at all times. Is familiar with and adheres to, the LTHT safeguarding policies. Education and Training Contribute to the promotion of a positive clinical learning environment. Keep up to date with developments, advances and research in individualised patient care. Participate in research and or education programmes relating to professional nursing issues and practice. Complete mandatory training annually. Participate in annual appraisal. Participate in preceptorship and mentorship programmes Participate in teaching, supervising and assessing of student nurses and other supervised staff, where allocated. Undertake continuous professional and clinical development, constantly seeking opportunities to enhance skills. Managerial Demonstrate effective use of resources. In the absence of the Sister or Charge Nurse take charge of the ward or department and co-ordinate ward or department activities. Take responsibility for the prime care provider for a group of patients When in charge of the ward takes responsibility for reporting, investigating and responding to accidents, complaints, untoward incidents and other significant events. As delegated and directed by the Senior Sister or Charge Nurse, participate in, investigating and responding to accidents, complaints, untoward incidents and other significant events. Raise concerns with regards to risk, danger, malpractice or wrong doing by following the LTHT Whistleblowing policy and supporting processes. 5. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: An understanding of research and evidence based practice. An understanding of the organisation and working practices of the area. An understanding of the process and philosophy of preceptorship. An understanding of the training and development needs of junior staff and students. Following a preceptorship programme, or orientation, a structured appraisal will identify further development needs in line with the clinical area, personal and CSU objectives. Development opportunities will include: Completion of a recognised teaching and mentorship qualification (e.g. Supporting Learners in Practice (SLIP). Revision and expansion of professional knowledge base. Revision and expansion of knowledge base with regards to speciality. 6. WEST YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION OF ACUTE TRUSTS (WYAAT) Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care for our patients. By bringing together the wide range of skills and expertise across West Yorkshire and Harrogate we are working differently, innovating and driving forward change to deliver the highest quality care. By working for Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust this is your opportunity to be a part of that change. WYAAT is the acute sector arm of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership, one of the largest integrated care systems in the country. The Partnerships ambition is for everyone to have the best possible health and wellbeing, and the work of WYAAT, and each individual trust, supports that ambition. 7. INFECTION CONTROL The jobholder must comply at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Infection Control policies, in particular by practising Universal Infection Control Precautions. Hand hygiene must be performed before and after contact with patients and their environment. 8. HEALTH AND SAFETY / RISK MANAGEMENT All staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users. This includes complying at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Policies, including Health and Safety policies, in particular by following agreed security and safer working procedures, and reporting incidents using the Trust Incident Reporting system 9. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY The jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families. No person whether they are staff, patient or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc. 10. TRAINING AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The jobholder must take responsibility in agreement with his/her line manager for his/her own personal development by ensuring that Continuous Professional Development remains a priority. The jobholder will undertake all mandatory training required for the role. 11. COMMUNICATION & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Matron All grades of nursing staff Allied Health Professionals Medical staff Facilities staff Patients, families and Carers Social Care 12. SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS i) PHYSICAL EFFORT: Frequent standing, sitting, walking, kneels and crouches to attend to patient needs. Responding to changes patient condition. Patient Care (e.g. drug administration). Shift working. Moving & handling of patients and equipment on a daily basis: Patients - 10-120kg (with lifting aids). Equipment - medical equipment, specialised mattresses (weight 1-20kg). ii) MENTAL EFFORT: Continuous mental effort/concentration required in relation to responding to and meeting patients nursing care needs (e.g. for 8-12 hour shift). Co-ordinating Ward or Department activities in absence of a Sister or Charge Nurse. Responding to changing circumstances (e.g. changes in patient condition, prioritisation of workload). Dealing with complex and changing care needs of patients within an acute hospital environment (includes communication with relatives/carers). Calculating drug doses. Robust verbal and written communication skills required at all times. iii) EMOTIONAL EFFORT: Exposure to difficult situation including death and dying, distressed patients and relatives/carers. Dealing with complex workload. Dealing with staffing issues and or performance issues on shift basis. iv) WORKING CONDITIONS: Temperature - should be controlled, but may experience hot or cold work environment. Smells - dealing with body fluids. Violence & Aggression - may experience violence and aggression from patients and or relatives or carers. Infection Control - exposure to patients with infections.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical and Operational Leadership: Team Management: Oversee the nursing staff, including recruitment, scheduling, professional development, and performance management to ensure high-quality care delivery. Clinical Governance: Implement and maintain clinical governance systems to ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines, including infection control measures and clinical audit standards. Policy Development: Lead the development and revision of nursing policies and protocols, integrating best practice guidelines into everyday clinical procedures. Regulatory: Ensure compliance of all nurse-related regulatory areas. Patient Care: Specialist Practice Nursing: Provide direct patient care using specialist nursing skills, particularly in chronic disease management, emergency care, and preventative measures. Care Coordination: Ensure effective patient flow and care coordination within the practice, working with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes. Health Promotion: Lead health promotion initiatives, educating patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyles. Quality Improvement: Service Improvement: Spearhead quality improvement projects to enhance patient safety, experience, and care outcomes. Evaluate practice services systematically and implement necessary improvements. Audit Participation: Conduct and facilitate clinical audits, use the findings to improve clinical practice and patient care protocols. Feedback Implementation: Utilise patient and staff feedback to refine clinical practices and enhance the service delivery model. Infection Control: Adhere to strict infection control protocols, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and hand hygiene practices. Educational Leadership: Training and Development: Design and deliver training programs for the nursing team and other healthcare staff, ensuring all members are up-to-date with the latest clinical practices and technologies. Mentorship: Mentor nursing staff and healthcare assistants, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement within the practice. Administrative Functions: Resource Management: Manage nursing resources efficiently, including medical supplies and nurse staffing, to align with practice needs. Record Keeping: Oversee the documentation processes within the nursing team to ensure all patient records are accurate and compliant with legal standards. Meetings and Collaboration: Regularly attend and contribute to practice meetings, sharing insights and coordinating with healthcare professionals to enhance service delivery. Miscellaneous: The Practice recognises that the role of a Nurse Team Leader is wide and varied is evolving in nature. Therefore, this job description is not intended to be exhaustive and there will be other tasks and duties that the post holder will be expected to perform within what is ordinarily expected of this role.

You will receive training, support and supervision, with a strong emphasis on personal and professional development. This role is community based and it is essential that you have a full UK driving licence and use of a car. We recommend contacting the service prior to making an application. For further details or an informal conversation, please contact Amanda Naylor, Service Manager on 07957 561349.

Support workers undertake a broad range of care delivery and support activities andduties, and provide a high standard of care for service users within a community setting. This will include delivering care in line with agreed care plans, often (but not always) underthe supervision of a senior practitioner. To have effective verbal communication skills and an excellent understanding of how to buildrapport with service users, carers and others. To establish a supportive and respectful relationship with the service user group. To maintain accurate records of client care, informing colleagues of any changes in the serviceusers presentation, and / or health or social care needs as and when needed. Experience of working with a range of people with acute and complex mental health needs. Demonstrates values that are consistent with those of the Trust. Have an understanding of how a mental illness can impact on a persons wellbeing Will show a level of knowledge about community resources and how to help service users accessthem. Ability to respond well to individuals who are presenting in a crisis situation, and understand theneed to escalate and document accordingly such situations to senior staff within the team. Fully participates in clinical supervision and mandatory training as required. Have completed or be willing to attain the Certificate in Care or accreditation for NVQ 3 in Care or a recognised equivalent To be organized and adaptable, creative and resourceful in approach To provide support for other team members as required and under the direction of the seniorteam members. Has experience of working with diverse populations and values the work associated topromoting diversity and social inclusion. Car driver and access to a car PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

Responsibilities: Clinical: Individually manage a small case load and working as part of a team support overall case management when required. As part of a team, work intensively and flexibly under the supervision of the MST Supervisor and expert across 24 hours a day over the full year including equitable contribution to an on-call rota, and evenings and weekends (when required), using the MST model and analytical process. To engage in quality assurance measures and work to an acceptable adherence score as per MST model. To develop and deliver individualised packages of intervention to children, young people and families within your caseload based upon an accurate formulation driven conceptual framework of the clients problems and employing methods of proven efficacy. To evaluate and make decisions about all treatment options in line with MST principles, taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and the historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual family, carers or group. To fully engage in weekly case supervision and consultation and implement MST under guidance of the MST Supervisor and MST Expert. To communicate, in a highly skilled and sensitive manner, to clients, family carers and others as appropriate, highly complex information that may be contentious or highly distressing concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans of clients under their care. To provide expertise, advice and support to facilitate the safe, effective and appropriate provision of therapeutic care by all members of the team around the child and family. To actively establish and take the lead worker role whilst working alongside professional partners and other disciplines to maintain links with statutory and non-statutory and primary care agencies as appropriate. To actively work within communities and families own ecologies to enable the best and most sustainable treatment outcomes. To take responsibility for planning own workload including home visits, always prioritising the needs of families. To actively participate in own continuing professional development as per MST model and to gain additional skills and training relevant to the MST service as agreed with MST supervisor and expert. Teaching training and supervision To actively participate in all MST training, booster sessions and supervision and consultation activities. To contribute to MST promotional events to colleagues and other disciplines. To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support evidence-based practice in individual and family work for the presenting problems. To ensure the development and promotion of best practice in MST within the service area and contribute across the service, taking part in regular professional supervision and appraisal To contribute to discussions on service evaluation and MST policy generally. General To ensure the development and promotion of best practice in MST within the service area and contribute across the service, taking part in regular professional supervision and appraisal. To maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies in relation to children and families services. To work with colleagues to help improve work organisation, safety and effectiveness. Attend and participate in all relevant meetings as required. To undertake any other duties that are commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post. To participate in appraisal, training and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills To improve own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion with colleagues and CPD programmes. To work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice. Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the service and those expected in MST by attending relevant meetings, training days/events as requested. Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures e.g. child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person. Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all, working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding and promoting the standards and equal opportunities of Leeds City Council. Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment or victimisation and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures and making sure the individual/s involved understand it is unacceptable. The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post. The job description will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing service requirements and emerging learning and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder. Of working in an evidence-based programme. Of working within a specific treatment model. Behavioural & Other Characteristics Desired Ability to work effectively within an evidenced programme and set of practice principles that may not be familiar.

Responsibilities To undertake a range of complex Occupational Therapy assessments. Assessments should have an occupational focus and aim to reduce barriers to inclusion. To undertake reablement assessments which have an occupational emphasis. To be responsible for the care planning for the whole process. To manage an allocated caseload of disabled people and, with supervision, regularly monitor, review and evaluate changes in a disabled persons needs and ensure that all services contribute effectively to the support plan and remain an effective use of resources. To organise work activities taking account of the need to prioritise tasks and responsibilities ensuring statutory legislation and service priorities are met. To manage an allocated caseload of service users, regularly monitor, review and evaluate changes in service user needs and ensure that all services contribute effectively to the support plan and remain an effective use of resources. To complete moving and handling and hoist training, and then carry out moving and handling assessments, and provide subsequent advice and training to disabled people, carers and staff as appropriate. To carry out moving and handling risk assessments, make appropriate recommendations for specific equipment, to reduce the risks for carers. Following assessment provide/recommend specialist services to disabled people which remove barriers to social inclusion. To work within legislative framework to make recommendations for complex adaptations that are necessary and appropriate to reduce environmental barriers, to improve quality of life for adults and older people and their carers To carry out the enhanced screening of new referrals, and people already in receipt of services. To develop, implement and review outcome focussed Occupational Therapy intervention to meet assessed needs and promote independent well-being and inclusion. To identify specialist housing needs of disabled people and their families and support them in accessing suitable housing/adaptations To deliver, fit and collect equipment as appropriate, including necessary moving and handling of equipment. To provide general advice, support and guidance on casework to less experienced and unregistered members of the team. To provide practice education for OT students, including annual placements, or other student related activities. To provide support and professional supervision to OTs and unregistered staff and to ensure the person achieves the appropriate skills and competencies. To obtain the views of the disabled person during the assessment process and take into account their views when making recommendations for service provision. To attend regular personal and professional Supervision with identified Supervisor To provide in depth knowledge of specialist equipment and major adaptations to users, carers and less experienced members of the team. Co-working more challenging casework alongside Senior OTs/Manager To maintain accurate and up to date case notes and other records, write reports as required. To appropriately participate in meetings and relevant forums. To assist in the planning and developing of future service and policies To assist with recruitment and selection of unregistered staff. To be responsible for analysing information to support the ongoing needs of service users, their families and carers. To comply with LCC safeguarding framework to contribute to investigations, and manage risks where individuals have experienced or likely to experience significant harm. To contribute to safeguarding investigations in accordance with legislative requirements and Multi-agency Safeguarding procedures. Undertake risk assessments, identify needs and options. To use management information systems, keep them up to date and be able to provide concise and accurate information about circumstances and plans within the requirements of data protection. To provide written and verbal reports which are concise, informative and based on analysis of complex evidence, for example, recommendations for major adaptations and specialist/bespoke equipment. To work to and within the prescribed standards of the College of Occupational Therapists. To promote Occupational Therapy to colleagues both within and outside the Council. To participate in training and development activities that ensures up to date knowledge, skills, and continuous professional development. To maintain up to date personal CPD folder in order to retain registration with the HCPC. To contribute to the development of practice by finding and using evidence on which to base professional practice. To be responsible for understanding and applying all relevant practice standards, policies and procedures. Maintain knowledge of related theories and legislation To work to the prescribed standards for service provision and maintain performance and develop practice and experience in line with personal targets as agreed with line manager through supervision and appraisal. To disseminate knowledge and contribute to the delivery of a high standard of service. To identify and implement strategies for responding appropriately to concerns about practice or procedures seeking guidance if required. To contribute to the promotion of improved outcomes for individuals, families, carers and groups from diverse and disadvantaged communities. To actively promote and support Leeds City Councils and Directorate policies on Equality and Diversity. To promote Occupational Therapy to colleagues both within and outside the council. To develop and maintain effective relationships with disabled people, their families and carers: provide advice and support, promote independence and early intervention, as necessary; help resolve conflict, where appropriate. To work with individuals, families, carers and communities to help them make informed choices and decisions, enabling them to clarify and express their needs and contribute to service planning. To develop and maintain effective working relationships with other professionals within the directorate and partner agencies to ensure integrated, holistic and multidisciplinary approach to the care management and safeguarding of children, adults and older people. To work with other services within the council to deliver efficient and effective solutions to barriers faced by disabled people. To comply with the requirements of all Leeds City Council and Directorate policies and procedures and staff instructions, including responsibilities under Health and Safety policy and procedures. To undertake any other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the grade and purpose of the job as may be determined by the directorate.

Clinical To assess, diagnose and provide support to children with a range of SLCN including complex needs. To ensure a client-focused assessment and approach to treatment To represent the service at health and education panels where required To provide assessment and advice on optimising the clients communicative environment taking into consideration the communication skills of parents/guardians, carers and other professionals To develop and implement speech and language therapy treatment and programmes and to measure and evaluate outcomes To demonstrate clinical effectiveness through the use of evidence-based practice and outcome measures Communication To employ excellent verbal/written communication skills Communicate information from assessment and treatment to clients, carers and other professionals effectively. To produce detailed reports, reflecting knowledge regarding clients needs and summarising proposed treatment plans To provide verbal and written advice and programmes to parents/guardians, carers and other professionals regarding the management and care of children these will be accessible to a range of audiences and easy to understand. To ensure that clients/parents/teaching staff are involved in the planning and prioritisation of the treatment plans. To contribute to legal documents such as Education Health and Care Plans, Individual Education Plans and Annual Reviews as appropriate To maintain up to date and accurate case notes in line with RCSLT professional standards and service policies To share information with clients, carers and other professionals, observing current data protection guidelines Clinical Governance Requirements To gather statistical data punctually To participate in service research as required To undertake Clinical Governance/audit projects within the local service as required To have a working knowledge of relevant procedures including safeguarding children, SEN procedures, and other legal frameworks Information Governance Comply with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR rules. The postholder must not;either during the course of their employment, or following termination of their employment, discloseany information relating to service users or employees, or of the lawful business practices, of theorganisation. The postholder will be required, when and where appropriate to the role, to comply with theprocessing of requests under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 The postholder must comply with ChatterBug policies that protect the information assets of the organisation from unauthorised disclosure, modification, destruction, inappropriate access or use andmust pay due regard to the requirements of the Confidentiality policy. The postholder will be responsible for maintaining the clinical and or corporate records that fall withinthe remit of this role to the organisations standard, and data quality processes and standards. Continuing Professional Development To identify personal/professional development evidenced by the Personal Development Plan/ Professional Portfolio developed within an appraisal framework, including objectives To demonstrate a passion and commitment to the profession through self-guided study To participate in an individual performance review, ensuring that the objectives set reflect the service and trust plans, including objectives relevant for SLCN To demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to RCSLT Professional and Local Clinical Guidelines To attend relevant in service training and meetings To demonstrate knowledge of, and adherence to RCSLT Professional and Local Clinical Guidelines and best practice. To take responsibility for maintaining and continually developing professional skills and knowledge in SLCN Analytical and Judgemental Skills To demonstrate the ability to reflect on practice independently, with peers and mentors to identify own strengths and development needs To demonstrate a well-developed ability to integrate information taking account of all aspects of the clients communication including verbal, non-verbal and environmental To anticipate and take appropriate steps to prevent the breakdown of relationships with parents/ guardians and other professionals To make appropriate clinical decisions following assessment, seeking support and advice from a specialist as appropriate Responsibility for Client Care and Contact with Carers To demonstrate the well-developed ability to manage people with communication disorders and challenging behaviour To work closely with clients, carers and other professionals to negotiate and agree on client management To demonstrate empathy with clients, carers and colleagues, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where significant barriers to understanding exist To respond sensitively at all times particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clinical difficulties and their implications To demonstrate expert skills in motivating clients, carers and other professionals to engage in the therapeutic process To adapt the practice to meet individual clients circumstances, including due regard for cultural and linguistic differences Physical Skills To demonstrate highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment diagnosis and treatment of clients To demonstrate knowledge of correct moving/handling clients with disabilities To use equipment with due care

Clinical To assess, diagnose and provide support to children with a range of SLCN including complex needs. To ensure a client-focused assessment and approach to treatment To represent the service at health and education panels where required To provide assessment and advice on optimising the clients communicative environment taking into consideration the communication skills of parents/guardians, carers and other professionals To develop and implement speech and language therapy treatment and programmes and to measure and evaluate outcomes To demonstrate clinical effectiveness through the use of evidence-based practice and outcome measures Communication To employ excellent verbal/written communication skills Communicate information from assessment and treatment to clients, carers and other professionals effectively. To produce detailed reports, reflecting knowledge regarding clients needs and summarising proposed treatment plans To provide verbal and written advice and programmes to parents/guardians, carers and other professionals regarding the management and care of children these will be accessible to a range of audiences and easy to understand. To ensure that clients/parents/teaching staff are involved in the planning and prioritisation of the treatment plans. To contribute to legal documents such as Education Health and Care Plans, Individual Education Plans and Annual Reviews as appropriate To maintain up to date and accurate case notes in line with RCSLT professional standards and service policies To share information with clients, carers and other professionals, observing current data protection guidelines Clinical Governance Requirements To gather statistical data punctually To participate in service research as required To undertake Clinical Governance/audit projects within the local service as required To have a working knowledge of relevant procedures including safeguarding children, SEN procedures, and other legal frameworks Information Governance Comply with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR rules. The postholder must not;either during the course of their employment, or following termination of their employment, discloseany information relating to service users or employees, or of the lawful business practices, of theorganisation. The postholder will be required, when and where appropriate to the role, to comply with theprocessing of requests under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 The postholder must comply with ChatterBug policies that protect the information assets of the organisation from unauthorised disclosure, modification, destruction, inappropriate access or use andmust pay due regard to the requirements of the Confidentiality policy. The postholder will be responsible for maintaining the clinical and or corporate records that fall withinthe remit of this role to the organisations standard, and data quality processes and standards. Continuing Professional Development To identify personal/professional development evidenced by the Personal Development Plan/ Professional Portfolio developed within an appraisal framework, including objectives To demonstrate a passion and commitment to the profession through self-guided study To participate in an individual performance review, ensuring that the objectives set reflect the service and trust plans, including objectives relevant for SLCN To demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to RCSLT Professional and Local Clinical Guidelines To attend relevant in service training and meetings To demonstrate knowledge of, and adherence to RCSLT Professional and Local Clinical Guidelines and best practice. To take responsibility for maintaining and continually developing professional skills and knowledge in SLCN Analytical and Judgemental Skills To demonstrate the ability to reflect on practice independently, with peers and mentors to identify own strengths and development needs To demonstrate a well-developed ability to integrate information taking account of all aspects of the clients communication including verbal, non-verbal and environmental To anticipate and take appropriate steps to prevent the breakdown of relationships with parents/ guardians and other professionals To make appropriate clinical decisions following assessment, seeking support and advice from a specialist as appropriate Responsibility for Client Care and Contact with Carers To demonstrate the well-developed ability to manage people with communication disorders and challenging behaviour To work closely with clients, carers and other professionals to negotiate and agree on client management To demonstrate empathy with clients, carers and colleagues, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where significant barriers to understanding exist To respond sensitively at all times particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clinical difficulties and their implications To demonstrate expert skills in motivating clients, carers and other professionals to engage in the therapeutic process To adapt the practice to meet individual clients circumstances, including due regard for cultural and linguistic differences Physical Skills To demonstrate highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment diagnosis and treatment of clients To demonstrate knowledge of correct moving/handling clients with disabilities To use equipment with due care

Job Description

Staff Nurse - RNLD

Salary: £37,050

37.5 hours per week

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Staff Nurse with RNLD qualification to join our client's team. As a Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD), you will provide high-quality care and support to women with complex mental health issues.

Qualifications

• RNLD qualification
• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (UK NMC)
• Experience in working with women with complex mental health issues is preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to women with complex mental health issues
• Develop and implement care plans tailored to each woman's unique needs
• Administer medication and monitor its effectiveness
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for women
• Support women in their daily activities and promote independence
• Advocate for the rights and well-being of women with complex mental health issues

Reference: WILL79388/JG

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1. JOB DETAILS Job Title: Medical Electronics Technician, Clinical Engineering Reports to: Team Leader Band: 5 Department: Medical Physics & Engineering Location St Jamess Hospital/Leeds General Infirmary AfC Job No: 792 2. JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY The departments responsibilities include the management of an extensive range of highly specialist medical equipment and related services throughout the Trust, community and private healthcare including patient monitoring and life support equipment, surgical systems, anaesthesia systems, ventilators, infusion devices, ultrasound, x-ray, radiotherapy and medical laboratory equipment. These services are delivered by teams of clinical technologists and the incumbent is a member of one of these teams, responsible to its Team Leader. Team members are jointly responsible for the repair and maintenance of several thousand items of medical equipment. Daily work will include providing calibration, safety checking, acceptance checking and repair of sophisticated patient monitoring, life support and other medical equipment. The technologist is expected to work closely and effectively with other technical staff and other colleagues (medical, nursing and laboratory) in the specialist clinical areas for which the team is responsible, to ensure delivery of a high-quality service. 3. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Responsible for the safe service, repair and calibration of equipment for use in clinical diagnosis, treatment and life support of patients. Work is guided by departmental procedures, quality manual documents and national recommendations with work objectives set monthly by team leader. Uses own judgement to determine suitability of equipment (in terms of patient safety) for clinical use, undertakes risk assessments. Provides basic support for specialist items such as intensive care and operating theatre equipment. Evaluates new equipment as part of equipment purchasing strategy. Carries out commissioning and acceptance testing on new medical equipment. Prioritises breakdown calls and preventative maintenance tasks using knowledge of clinical need, accessibility, loan equipment availability etc. Carries out authorised modifications to medical equipment. Also supports the construction of clinical devices as appropriate and under the direction of the Head of Clinical Engineering or designated deputy Proposes changes to operational policies that may impact on own area and other professions. Writes technical procedures for quality management system in own area of work using word processor, spread sheet etc. Maintains the equipment inventory database by recording own work and own measurements on medical equipment. Identifies and specifies spare parts and accessories to be ordered for own work and that of trainees. Supervises and take part in the training activities of trainee technicians who may be allocated to him/her from time to time. Participates in equipment support, relevant training and development of equipment users and of staff within Medical Physics. Travels to other hospitals, health centres and patients homes if necessary for the execution of work. 4. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-Centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: Respect for Patient Confidentiality The jobholder should respect patient confidentiality at all times and not divulge patient information unless sanctioned by the requirements of the role. Patient and Public Involvement The Trust has a statutory duty to involve patients and public in evaluating and planning services. All staff have a responsibility to listen to the views of patients and to contribute to service improvements based on patient feedback.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications Registered Nurse (Level 1 or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas, RN Child for childrens areas) Midwife or HCPC registered AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered to the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) Recognised post-registration qualification in specialty Recognised teaching/assessing qualification (desirable) Experience Significant post registration experience Experience of computer database and administration Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and management colleagues Experience of dealing with highly complex situations Experience of providing and receiving highly complex information Skills Ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team Time management skills IT skills Knowledge Insight into clinical specialty Insight into clinical research specific issues Standards of professional practice Personal Attributes Professional and patient focused Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team CORE BEHAVIOUR AND SKILLS Highly developed communication skills Time management skills Organisational skills Research awareness Leadership skills Team player Ability to act professionally at all times Understanding and acting upon change Ability to use own initiative Teaching skills CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Understanding of the local and national nursing research agenda Understanding of relevant National Service Frameworks Awareness of Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines and policies Understanding of organisational structures Understanding of the National and local research agenda PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Leadership Support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP in providing leadership to the research team With the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife help provide clear leadership for the multidisciplinary team ensuring standards are maintained and patient safety assured. Support and inspire staff to provide efficient, effective, safe, quality care to patients Deliver a positive patient experience Promote the building of effective teams and collaboration between teams Anticipate problems and take preventative or mitigating actions, or have contingency plans available Assist in the line management of the research team, including individual and team performance, attendance, management and workforce planning Support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP to investigate and respond to accidents, complaints, untoward incidents and other significant events Support the delivery of an effective, safe, quality service within budgetary envelope Raise and respond to concerns with regards to risk, danger, malpractice or wrong doing by following the LTHT Whistleblowing policy and supporting processes. Deputise for Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP in their absence Clinical Research To assist the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP with the generation, upkeep and distribution of clinical research protocols within the CSU To take delegated responsibility for the coordination and delivery of a portfolio of clinical research studies, ensuring that participants receive high standards of patient focused care in accordance with Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines, policies and the trial protocol throughout their participation. To provide on-going advice and information to patients/volunteers with regard to their participation in clinical research in order to facilitate effective informed consent and to maintain a supportive role throughout the trial. Ensure that you obtain and maintain high levels of understanding in relation to the clinical and delivery of the research studies that you support. To assist in the assessment of patients/volunteers for eligibility for research and monitoring of their condition throughout their participation. To coordinate trial investigations, treatments and procedures according to trial protocols and professional body the person in post belongs to. Help obtain ethical and local approval for projects. Liaise with, and prepare submissions, for the Trust Research & Innovation department (R&I) for new clinical trials and provide annual updates of trial activity Word processing standard letters and other communications as appropriate To accurately collate data on relevant trial pro-formas within a pre-determined timeframe and respond to data queries. To liaise with representatives from pharmaceutical commercial companies and prepare data for monitoring by these representatives. To accurately and promptly report and document Serious Adverse Events, or Reactions, to the relevant clinician, Sponsor and authorities within the required timelines, ensuring any interventions or modifications are carried out. To accurately report and document Adverse Events, or Reactions, and ensure any modifications required as a consequence are carried out. Assist in the preparation of results of research for presentation as posters or scientific presentation To perform clinical tasks when required for research purposes. (Included venepuncture and central line access for Registered Nurse/Midwife) To process, store and despatch blood, urine and other biological samples according to trial protocols and Trust policies and guidelines. To assist other members of the team in providing when necessary 24 hour support and advice for Phase I, II, III and pharmacokinetic studies For registered Nurses/Midwifes: To safely administer trial medications in adherence to Trust policies and research protocols. To educate patients and their carers with regards to trial medications particularly when medications require home self-administration Clinical Service and Professional Responsibilities To work as part of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the on-going development of the department. To be responsible for maintaining strong relationships and positive communication channels with other key personnel and internal and external partner departments. To take an active role in education and training of various groups with regards to specific trial requirements and clinical research in general. To take an active role in regional research networks. To act in an advisory capacity for regional or national groups if required. To fulfil the requirements as directed by the registration body the person in post belongs to (for example: Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health and Care Professions Council to maintain and revalidate registration) To observe the confidentiality of patient information at all times, in accordance with the Data Protection Act and local information governance policy. To be conversant with cardiac arrest, major incident and fire procedures as they relate to your local clinical area and the wider Trust. To be conversant with and adhere to all clinical protocols, local departmental and Trust protocols. Undertake duties on other wards or departments as and when required by service demands or patient need. To be actively involved in any Patient and Public Involvement initiatives Act in such a way that safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults at all times. Is familiar with and adheres to, the LTHT safeguarding policies Actively promote and use The Leeds Improvement Method to improve quality and safety of the service. Maintain an active knowledge of the Trusts clinical and research IT systems (in particular EDGE) by actively supporting their use. Ability to deal with highly complex, contentious and sensitive information on a daily basis Provide and receive highly complex information Personal Education, Training and Development Undertake mandatory and priority training within the required timescales To keep up to date with departmental, Trust, NHS and EU developments for the implementation of clinical research. To keep up to date with current and potential research and information relevant to the care of patients in the clinical area. To attend courses as deemed relevant and to attend meetings and conferences as appropriate. To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness. Participate in own and others appraisals. Supports and keeps up-to date with the Trusts Clinical Research Forum. Actively participate in the Trusts development of the clinical research service. Actively support the education and training developmental needs of others and those of junior staff. Staff Management and Development To act as a resource and role model. To facilitate and maintain effective communication within the research team. This is not an exhaustive list of roles and responsibilities and may be subject to change with professional and service developments.

A client within the Public Sector based in West Yorkshire is currently recruiting for a Health and Safety Officer to join their Highways as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority.

The Role

Key purpose of the role Is to assist the Highways and Transportation Service in supporting the business in meeting compliance with all statutory and legislative Health and Safety requirements.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Monitoring and managing risk assessments.
• Accident monitoring, which can include investigations.
• Site visits and audits.
• Delivery of Health and Safety related training.
• Assuming the control of documents relating to Health and Safety.

The Candidate

To be considered for this role you will require NEBOSH General Certificate or NEBOSH Construction Certificate, NCRQ or NVQ Level 3 and a full driving license.

The below skills would be beneficial for the role:

• Detailed knowledge of Health and Safety within a Highways setting.
• Considerable experience working within Health and Safety.
• Providing leadership that empowers colleagues and staff to achieve results.
• Managing and monitoring performance effectively and setting clear objectives for the review of individual and service-level performance.

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £20 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35.

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.