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Early Years Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Shooting Stars Nursery, Bromsgrove, B61 0AE

Want to be part of a friendly, enthusiastic and passionate team of early years professionals?

Current opportunities...

• Nursery Nurse (Full time/40 hours a week or Lunch cover), £12.50 p/h
• Temporary/Maternity Cover Room Leader, £13.70 p/h

Qualifications & Experience Requirements...

• Minimum Level 3 full & relevant Early Years childcare qualification.
• Experience working in a children’s day nursery.

We are looking for…

• Enthusiasm & commitment to delivering high quality Child-centric childcare.
• Knowledge and experience of delivering the EYFS, Ofsted inspections, working with children with Special Educational Needs.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding procedures.
• A Key Person, building relationships & working in partnership with parents/carers and other family members.

Apply today to find out more & discover what Shooting Stars Nurseries has to offer you!

Full job description available on request.

Safeguarding commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children within our care and expect all those employed by Shooting Stars Nurseries to share this commitment. All posts involve working with children and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You are required to declare any convictions that you may have, including those that would otherwise be regarded as 'spent' under this Act and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Benefits

Benefits & Big Rewards:

• Flexibility - Choice of employment contracts to support work-life balance.
• Financial – Competitive pay, generous childcare discount, annual pay & benefits review paid holiday increasing with service and other extras to maximise your disposable income.
• Professional – In-house and external training, coaching, support and career progression opportunities across our network of 6 local nurseries.
• Wellbeing - Mental Health First Aid, EAP and Team Voice feedback sessions.
• Uniform, DBS check & dedicated team break room with free snacks and drinks
• Celebrations, Awards & Recognition too!

Vacancy Reference: BR NN/RL 23.10.24

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Nursery Nurse (Full time or Lunch cover) or Relief Nursery Nurse – Shooting Stars Nursery, Bromsgrove, B61 0AE

Salary: up to £12.50 per hour

Requirements:

• Minimum Level 3 full & relevant Early Years childcare qualification.
• Experience working in a children’s day nursery.

A variety shift patterns considered:

Nursery Nurse - Lunch cover (25hrs over 5 days) or Full time (40 hours over 5 days), Monday to Friday all year round.

Relief Nursery Nurse - flexible role 0 to 40 hours per week, working hours to suit your availability and the needs of the nursery.

Apply today to find out more & discover what Shooting Stars Nurseries has to offer you!

Responsibilities:

• Enthusiasm & commitment to delivering high quality childcare.
• Knowledge and experience of delivering the EYFS, Ofsted inspections, working with children with Special Educational Needs.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding procedures.
• A Key Person, building relationships & working in partnership with parents/carers and other family members..

Full job description available on request.

Safeguarding commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children within our care and expect all those employed by Shooting Stars Nurseries to share this commitment. All posts involve working with children and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You are required to declare any convictions that you may have, including those that would otherwise be regarded as 'spent' under this Act and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Benefits

Benefits & Big Rewards:

• Flexibility - Choice of employment contracts to support work-life balance.
• Financial – Competitive pay, generous childcare discount, annual pay & benefits review paid holiday increasing with service and other extras to maximise your disposable income.
• Professional – In-house and external training, coaching, support and career progression opportunities across our network of 6 local nurseries.
• Wellbeing - Mental Health First Aid, EAP and Team Voice feedback sessions.
• Uniform, DBS check & dedicated team break room with free snacks and drinks
• Celebrations, Awards & Recognition too!

Vacancy Reference: BR NN/Relief 08.10.24

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Are you passionate about helping people to lead healthier lives?

Are you an enthusiastic, experienced health professional, looking for a flexible & highly rewarding role?

Then consider a role as a Self-Employed Health & Wellbeing Coach for Reed Wellbeing!

We are on a mission to be the partner of choice for developing people and their communities. Reed Wellbeing is a public service provider delivering lifestyle and wellbeing programmes that help people improve their health. Working on our Type 2 Diabetes Path to Remission Programme, you will take participants through a 12-month journey of 20 tailored 1:1 sessions, including providing tailored dietary, nutritional, physical activity and behavioural advice to bring about permanent lifestyle changes, with the aim of putting their diabetes into remission.

We are looking for passionate and like-minded individuals, to join our existing dynamic and expertly trained team, to deliver our world class evidence-based health and wellbeing behavioural lifestyle interventions.

Delivering sessions across Lancashire and South Cumbria, you will work in the heart of the community. Session delivery will be face-to-face across the region.

We do require someone who is fluent in Polish or Urdu for this role.

Rates of Pay - £15 Per 30-minute session

Must have flexibility and be willingness to travel, having own transport and holding a full UK driving licence is essential.

What is the role about:

Reed Wellbeing Trainers will provide you with comprehensive, market leading training into the theory and application of our behaviour change based Path to Remission programme and other interventions, along with a thorough overview of service delivery and associated process requirements.

You will support participants through up to 12 weeks of total diet replacement, providing tailored interventions such as resilience, emotional eating and managing triggers. Following the total diet replacement, you will support participants through food re-introduction and weight management, focusing on nutritional advice, coping strategies and physical activity (where appropriate) to encourage a sustainable lifestyle. You will also support the monitoring of progress through regular blood pressure, blood glucose and weight measurements.

Just some of your day to day responsibilities will include:

• Delivering Reed Wellbeing's individual assessments and 1:1 sessions in a professional, engaging and motivational style, in accordance with our curriculum, resources and quality
• Using coaching techniques to facilitate positive discussions and sustainable lifestyle changes
• Tailoring and adapting delivery approach to maximise participant engagement, learning and development
• Acting as an ambassador for the service through actively promoting the programme within the community, in line with national and local guidelines
• Assisting line management to co-ordinate and plan your service delivery
• Supporting and monitoring participant progression through the programme, accurately capturing relevant data, quality assuring delivery and fulfilling Commissioner reporting
• Providing face to face and, where appropriate, telephone and/or online health support
• Proactively contributing ideas to support the service

To be successful in this role, we are looking someone with:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification relating to:
• Health improvement or promotion or public health or equivalent (e.g. City & Guilds Level 3 Health Trainer or equivalent); or
• Nutrition; or
• Training (e.g. PTTLs / Award in Education & Training)
• Passion for health and wellbeing with an enthusiastic and genuine approach to helping participants improve their health
• Ability to coach individuals to identify solutions and develop knowledge and skills to support sustainable behavioural or lifestyle changes, particularly healthy eating
• Engaging and empathetic communication
• Well organised and strong team skills
• Willingness to be flexible in respect of working hours (including evenings)
• Flexibility and willingness to travel, having own transport and holding a full UK driving licence
• Willingness and ability to undertake initial training and CPD as required
• Fluency in Polish or Urdu is essential for this role.

Diversity and Inclusion

We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Description

Clinical Lead Nurse

Hours: Predominately Mon-Fri however occasional weekends may be required to meet the requirements of the role including supervisions to staff that may only work on a weekend.

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 p/a

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Lead Nurse to join our client's dedicated team in providing high-quality care to elderly residents in their nursing home. As a key member of their nursing staff, the Clinical Lead will play a crucial role in ensuring the delivery of person-centred care and maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice for older adults in a nursing home setting.

• This is a supervisory / compliance role - you do not need to work on the floor but MUST be a qualified nurse.
• Applicant must have managerial / senior experience in a nursing home.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (Adult) qualification with a valid UK NMC Pin.
• Proven experience in a nursing role within a nursing home or elderly care setting, with a focus on older adults.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with strong communication and interpersonal skills tailored to older adults.
• Sound understanding of regulatory requirements and best practices in elderly care for older adults in a nursing home setting.
• Ability to prioritize and manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment while catering to the needs of older adults.

Benefits:

• Benefits app - access to discounts across cinemas, restaurants and high street shops!
• Employee assistance programme
• Monthly rewards
• Life insurance
• Competitive pension scheme
• Progression and training opportunities

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to the nursing team, ensuring efficient and effective coordination of care for elderly residents in the nursing home.
• Conduct regular assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, residents, and families, taking into account the specific needs of older adults.
• Oversee medication management, ensuring adherence to protocols and that residents receive prescribed medications on time and in the appropriate manner, considering the unique requirements of older adults.
• Implement and monitor infection control measures to uphold the safety and well-being of older residents and staff in the nursing home.
• Act as a clinical resource, providing support, mentorship, and training to staff, driving continuous improvement in clinical practices for older adults in a nursing home setting.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment, promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion within the nursing home care setting for older adults.

Reference: WILL79766/AP

INDNUR

Job Description

Clinical Lead Nurse

Hours: Predominately Mon-Fri however occasional weekends may be required to meet the requirements of the role including supervisions to staff that may only work on a weekend.

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 p/a

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Lead Nurse to join our client's dedicated team in providing high-quality care to elderly residents in their nursing home. As a key member of their nursing staff, the Clinical Lead will play a crucial role in ensuring the delivery of person-centred care and maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice for older adults in a nursing home setting.

• This is a supervisory / compliance role - you do not need to work on the floor but MUST be a qualified nurse.
• Applicant must have managerial / senior experience in a nursing home.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (Adult) qualification with a valid UK NMC Pin.
• Proven experience in a nursing role within a nursing home or elderly care setting, with a focus on older adults.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with strong communication and interpersonal skills tailored to older adults.
• Sound understanding of regulatory requirements and best practices in elderly care for older adults in a nursing home setting.
• Ability to prioritize and manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment while catering to the needs of older adults.

Benefits:

• Benefits app - access to discounts across cinemas, restaurants and high street shops!
• Employee assistance programme
• Monthly rewards
• Life insurance
• Competitive pension scheme
• Progression and training opportunities

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to the nursing team, ensuring efficient and effective coordination of care for elderly residents in the nursing home.
• Conduct regular assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, residents, and families, taking into account the specific needs of older adults.
• Oversee medication management, ensuring adherence to protocols and that residents receive prescribed medications on time and in the appropriate manner, considering the unique requirements of older adults.
• Implement and monitor infection control measures to uphold the safety and well-being of older residents and staff in the nursing home.
• Act as a clinical resource, providing support, mentorship, and training to staff, driving continuous improvement in clinical practices for older adults in a nursing home setting.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment, promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion within the nursing home care setting for older adults.

Reference: WILL79766/AP

INDNUR

Job Description

Night Nurse Manager (Supernumerary)

36 or 48 hours per week on a rota basis (night duty)

Salary: Up to £55,000

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Night Nurse Manager to join our client's night team in the home. As a Night Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and well-being of the residents during the night shift. This position requires a qualified and experienced nurse with strong managerial and supervisory skills.

Qualifications

• RGN (Registered General Nurse) qualification and valid UK NMC Pin
• Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role within a nursing home or similar environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to lead a team and work effectively with other departments
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents
• Knowledge of current regulations and best practices in elderly or mental health care, with a commitment to upholding these standards

Benefits:

• Paid Breaks
• Benefits app - get access to discounts across high street stones, cinemas and restaurants
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Career progression opportunities
• Employee assistance programme
• Generous annual leave

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to the night care team in a nursing home setting
• Ensure the well-being and safety of residents during the night shift, including addressing any urgent medical needs
• Oversee and manage the delivery of high-quality care, ensuring that residents receive appropriate attention and assistance
• Handle any emergencies or urgent situations that may arise during the night, coordinating with healthcare professionals as needed
• Collaborate with other departments to maintain continuity of care and ensure seamless nighttime operations
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of residents' care and activities, adhering to nursing home regulations

Reference: WILL79887/AP

Job Description

Clinical Lead Nurse

Hours: Predominately Mon-Fri however occasional weekends may be required to meet the requirements of the role including supervisions to staff that may only work on a weekend.

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Lead Nurse to join our client's dedicated team in providing high-quality care to elderly residents in their nursing home. As a key member of their nursing staff, the Clinical Lead will play a crucial role in ensuring the delivery of person-centred care and maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice for older adults in a nursing home setting.

• This is a supervisory / compliance role - you do not need to work on the floor but MUST be a qualified nurse.
• Applicant must have managerial / senior experience in a nursing home.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (Adult) qualification with a valid UK NMC Pin.
• Proven experience in a nursing role within a nursing home or elderly care setting, with a focus on older adults.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with strong communication and interpersonal skills tailored to older adults.
• Sound understanding of regulatory requirements and best practices in elderly care for older adults in a nursing home setting.
• Ability to prioritize and manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment while catering to the needs of older adults.

Benefits:

• Benefits app - access to discounts across cinemas, restaurants and high street shops!
• Employee assistance programme
• Monthly rewards
• Life insurance
• Competitive pension scheme
• Progression and training opportunities

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to the nursing team, ensuring efficient and effective coordination of care for elderly residents in the nursing home.
• Conduct regular assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, residents, and families, taking into account the specific needs of older adults.
• Oversee medication management, ensuring adherence to protocols and that residents receive prescribed medications on time and in the appropriate manner, considering the unique requirements of older adults.
• Implement and monitor infection control measures to uphold the safety and well-being of older residents and staff in the nursing home.
• Act as a clinical resource, providing support, mentorship, and training to staff, driving continuous improvement in clinical practices for older adults in a nursing home setting.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment, promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion within the nursing home care setting for older adults.

Reference: WILL79766/AP

INDNUR

Job Description

Staff Nurse - RGN

Hourly Rate: £20-£21 + Paid Breaks

36 hours per week, day shifts

Please note that our client DOES NOT offer Tier 2 sponsorship

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Staff Nurse to join our client's team on day shifts. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide high-quality and person-cantered care to their residents in a warm and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Valid UK NMC Pin as a Registered General Nurse (RGN)
• Experience in a nursing home or long-term care setting
• Compassionate and empathetic nature with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
• Commitment to continuous professional development

Benefits

• Paid Breaks
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Free parking
• Free meal
• Free uniform
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development
• Employee assistance program for personal and professional support
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to residents in accordance with their individual care plans and needs
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor and record patient's condition and notify appropriate personnel of any changes
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure holistic care for residents
• Support and mentor care staff as needed
• Adhere to all regulatory and professional standards of practice

Reference: WILL79652/RE

INDCHI

Occupational Health Technician

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria

Salary: Up to £23,400

Occasional night shift + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Occupational Health Technicianto join one of the UK's leading providers of occupational health services. Their clients include leading names across a wide range of sectors.

In this role, you will perform health screening procedures following company protocols General baseline measurements: height, weight, blood pressure, and urinalysis.

You will be responsible for:

- Provide assistance and carry out tasks related to the health surveillance program.

- Conduct Drug and Alcohol testing and fitness for work medicals.

- Administer audiometry and lung function testing.

- Ensure accurate recording of all medical information.

- Maintain serviceable, clean, and purpose-fit equipment.

What we are looking for:

- Previous experience working asOccupational Health Technician or in a similar role.

- Ideally, have background inHealth Care Support, Ambulance Services, EMT, or Military Medic.

- Strong communication and IT skills.

Shifts:

- Monday -Thursday:7:15am -4:00pm

- Friday:7:15am - 11:45pm

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.

Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Key Skills: Health Care Assistant, Ambulance service, EMT or a Military Medic, IT literate, professional,Occupational Health Technician, Occupational Health, Care assistant, Carer, Care Worker, EMT, OHT,Occupational Health Technician, Occupational Health Nurse, Screening Nurse, Occupational Health, OHT

Please refer to the attached Job description and Person Specification for main responsibilities of the role.

The post holder will work as part of the Occupational therapy team which are an integral part of a large health and wellbeing team at HMP Wormwood Scrubs. The team includes psychology and occupational therapy staff, speech and language therapist and substance misuse workers. The team contribute to the overall healthcare provision within the prison, working across the healthcare department to provide comprehensive OT input across the Inpatient ward, the Wellbeing Centre, neurodiversity unit and across the wider prison



The post holder will work within the mental health hub, a day service providing an Occupational therapy service to those with complex mental health problems, personality disorder, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, and ADHD, as well as those on the autistic spectrum. The role will also have input to other elements of the healthcare services such as the inpatient unit, the in reach team and the health and wellbeing team.
1. To carry out standardised assessments, interventions and provide detailed feedback to the therapies and multidisciplinary teams about clients’ abilities, and also information about future plans and requirements for progress within a mixture of settings including but not limited to; the Wellbeing Centre, Neurodiversity unit, inpatient ward
2. To actively contribute to the multidisciplinary team’s risk assessment process and obtain agreement from the team before engaging service users in any activity that may require therapeutic risk taking.
3. To work in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide a coordinated care package.
4. To regularly review each service user’s progress in order to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment interventions and modify treatment plans accordingly.
5. To ensure that the OT package of care is being followed for all service users that postholder is responsible for including those of whom they supervise.
6. To work in accordance with professional guidelines issued by the College of Occupational Therapy which are relevant to the field of Forensic Psychiatry.
7. To be a self-directed practitioner, with effective time management skills, able to manage a varied caseload and demands around regular duties.
8. To pursue own continuous professional development and to record this through a CPD portfolio.

This role provides opportunity to work within a diverse and interesting service for prisoners with increased support needs, including those with mental health issues, learning disabilities, personality disorders and physical health concerns.

The post holder will receive regular individual supervision to support their practice, as well as opportunities to engage in reflective practice groups with the wider healthcare team at HMP Wormwood Scrubs. The team has a strong emphasis on support and training with regular in-house training opportunities as well as from external providers. Recent external trainings received by the team have been in hearing voices, working with trauma, mindfulness teacher training and personality disorder.

We are excited that our prison services are transforming in partnership with other healthcare providers across our BEH London Prisons and are looking for candidates who are interested in working in prison mental health to come and work with us in our Mental Health Hub. This role includes working across Early Days in Custody, Planned Care, Unscheduled (Crisis Care) and Release and Transfer.

Please refer to the attached Job description and Person Specification for main responsibilities of the role.


This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Sep 2024

Please kindly refer to the job description and person specification by clicking on the JD/PS attachment in the advert

Please kindly refer to the job description and person specification by clicking on the JD/PS attachment in the advert

Clinical & Professional Duties 1.Independently provides holistic, pressure ulcer risk and wound assessments for individuals with health impairment, facilitating the identification of adverse conditions that impair tissue health. 2 Plan, deliver and evaluate programmes of care for patients referred to the TVS in conjunction with referrer. 3 Creates and utilises opportunities to promote health and wellbeing of patients, empowering them to make informed choices and promote independence where appropriate. 4 Promotes clear, concise and specific documentation in relation to tissue viability issues. 5 Promotes good working relationships within the multi-professional teams providing appropriate specialist advice and support. 6 Working within the NMC Guidelines and Trust Policies recognising ones own abilities and limitations. 7 To act as an accountable role-model through the provision of professional leadership and demonstration of competent practice. Patient/Client Care 1 Assess the patients referred to the TVS holistically, using a range of different assessment methods and reach valid, reliable and comprehensive patient centred conclusions, which manage risk and are appropriate to need, context, culture and ethnicity. 2 To provide specialist nurse advice, as requested, for patients with tissue viability problems in private nursing homes, clinics, health centres, patient homes, community hospitals and other settings. 3 To ensure that all advice provided is evidence based and in line with Trust, TVS and national policies and guidelines. 4 To follow all Trust guideline in relation to safeguarding vulnerable individuals. Communication Skills 1 To maintain confidential patient records and follow policies with regard to patients confidentiality. 2 To be responsible for communicating effectively and clearly both verbally and in writing. 3 To deal with any unacceptable practices through the accepted channels. 4 Develop effective communication networks with other health professionals across primary care. 5 Proactively and directly imparts specialist knowledge and shares specialist skills. Education and Research 1 To work within the Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Team in creating and promoting a supportive learning environment that embraces a culture of evidence and research based practice. 2 Participate with the development, co-ordination and delivery of education and training in a variety of settings to different disciplines and levels of staff to facilitate the implementation of best practice and promote and support high quality patient care. 3 Be an educational resource for the provision of expert nursing advice on appropriate use of wound dressing products/technologies, pressure therapy technologies and evidence based care interventions to facilitate the effective management of pressure ulcer risk and problematic wounds. 4 Accept personal responsibility for identifying own learning needs and professional development and demonstrate a commitment to develop skills practice and knowledge within the speciality. 5 Create a learning environment which actively facilitates learning. 6 Participate in the auditing of wound and pressure injury management as required. 7 To facilitate the implementation of clinical governance through the implementation of evidence/research based guidelines, education and audit. 8 To facilitate the dissemination of appropriate research findings to the clinicians within the Trust ensuring clinical nursing activities are evidence based. 9 Critically review research findings, which relate to Tissue Viability practice and where appropriate sharing this information in teaching sessions and seminars thereby promoting a culture of evidence-based practice. Managerial Responsibilities 1 To work in a cost effective manner, demonstrating speciality knowledge and high standards of nursing care whilst working within available resources. 2 To carry out administrative duties as required. 3 Comply with all local policies and procedures laid down by the Trust. 4 To participate with the development and implementation of the Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Business Plan. 5 Demonstrates specialised decision making skills, working under the direction of and in consultation with the Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Nurse Specialists to identify, analyse, challenge and halt poor practice to facilitate improved standards of practice.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Tissue Viability/ Leg Ulcer Service delivering care to the adult population of West Essex. This role will include working as part of the Integrated teams, in delivering wound care and treatment in the primary care and Nursing Home setting which includes leg ulcer clinic and domiciliary visits

The successful applicant will have extensive experience within wound care.

They will have admirable communication and listening skills and conduct themselves professionally at all times.

They will be dynamic in their approach and be able to demonstrate abilities to adopt a problem solving approach to supporting and implementing the management plans for these complex patients whilst working independently.

The successful applicant will demonstrate an ability to work well within a team and have an understanding of the structures of primary and secondary care services and how the two organisations interface, particularly within the Long Term Conditions arena.

Whether working in a clinic or domiciliary setting the team’s vision is to deliver a sleek, modern evidence based service to all patients within settings close to or within their homes to promote independent self management of their chronic condition, consequently avoiding admissions.

The successful applicant will be supported to develop within their role underpinned with a robust appraisal, supervision and personal development plan to achieve their agreed objectives
• The post holder will be responsible for providing the daily running of the Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Service in the delivery of a high quality clinical service within Private Nursing Homes and NHS Provider Units. The post holder will provide professional advice, support and education to the multi professional team, patients and carers based on NICE Guidelines, and best practice recommendations in relation to wound management strategies.
• The post holder will be proficient, knowledgeable and competent. They will continue to develop in their role through the acquisition of further skills, knowledge and competencies, to be determined by the needs of the patients, the service and the team.
• The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner supporting the delivery of care and working in collaboration with system partners and as part of the Primary Care Networks and the emerging Integrated Neighbourhood Teams as part of the out of hospital model of care
• UK driving license and access to a vehicle - essential when applying for this post

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;

Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and
• experience in other areas
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Day One Flexible Employer

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.

All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.

If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.

Clinical & Professional Duties

1.Independently provides holistic, pressure ulcer risk and wound assessments for individuals with health impairment, facilitating the identification of adverse conditions that impair tissue health.

2 Plan, deliver and evaluate programmes of care for patients referred to the TVS in conjunction with referrer.

3 Creates and utilises opportunities to promote health and wellbeing of patients, empowering them to make informed choices and promote independence where appropriate.

4 Promotes clear, concise and specific documentation in relation to tissue viability issues.

5 Promotes good working relationships within the multi-professional teams providing appropriate specialist advice and support.

6 Working within the NMC Guidelines and Trust Policies recognising one’s own abilities and limitations.

7 To act as an accountable role-model through the provision of professional leadership and demonstration of competent practice.

Patient/Client Care

1 Assess the patients referred to the TVS holistically, using a range of different assessment methods and reach valid, reliable and comprehensive patient centred conclusions, which manage risk and are appropriate to need, context, culture and ethnicity.

2 To provide specialist nurse advice, as requested, for patients with tissue viability problems in private nursing homes, clinics, health centres, patient homes, community hospitals and other settings.

3 To ensure that all advice provided is evidence based and in line with Trust, TVS and national policies and guidelines.

4 To follow all Trust guideline in relation to safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

Communication Skills

1 To maintain confidential patient records and follow policies with regard to patients’ confidentiality.

2 To be responsible for communicating effectively and clearly both verbally and in writing.

3 To deal with any unacceptable practices through the accepted channels.

4 Develop effective communication networks with other health professionals across primary care.

5 Proactively and directly imparts specialist knowledge and shares specialist skills.

Education and Research

1 To work within the Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Team in creating and promoting a supportive learning environment that embraces a culture of evidence and research based practice.

2 Participate with the development, co-ordination and delivery of education and training in a variety of settings to different disciplines and levels of staff to facilitate the implementation of best practice and promote and support high quality patient care.

3 Be an educational resource for the provision of expert nursing advice on appropriate use of wound dressing products/technologies, pressure therapy technologies and evidence based care interventions to facilitate the effective management of pressure ulcer risk and problematic wounds.

4 Accept personal responsibility for identifying own learning needs and professional development and demonstrate a commitment to develop skills practice and knowledge within the speciality.

5 Create a learning environment which actively facilitates learning.

6 Participate in the auditing of wound and pressure injury management as required.

7 To facilitate the implementation of clinical governance through the implementation of evidence/research based guidelines, education and audit.

8 To facilitate the dissemination of appropriate research findings to the clinicians within the Trust ensuring clinical nursing activities are evidence based.

9 Critically review research findings, which relate to Tissue Viability practice and where appropriate sharing this information in teaching sessions and seminars thereby promoting a culture of evidence-based practice.

Managerial Responsibilities

1 To work in a cost effective manner, demonstrating speciality knowledge and high standards of nursing care whilst working within available resources.

2 To carry out administrative duties as required.

3 Comply with all local policies and procedures laid down by the Trust.

4 To participate with the development and implementation of the Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Business Plan.

5 Demonstrates specialised decision making skills, working under the direction of and in consultation with the Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Nurse Specialists to identify, analyse, challenge and halt poor practice to facilitate improved standards of practice.


This advert closes on Tuesday 28 May 2024