Total 271 job vacancies by NHS Jobs

Dispensary To dispense in-patient and out-patient prescriptions and discharge summaries in accordance with departmental guidelines. To resolve pharmaceutical issues around patient care and to refer to a dispensary pharmacist or ward pharmacist as appropriate. To counsel patients on the correct use of their medicines. To assist with the daily stock checks and specified items. To ensure goods are stored under the appropriate conditions and stocks are rotated. To evaluate returned pharmaceuticals from wards and departments for suitability to re-issue in line with departmental guidelines. To ensure that adequate levels of consumable items used in the course of dispensing are available and to top-up these items as necessary. To respond appropriately to incoming telephone calls, patients, customers, visitors and other hospital staff attending the pharmacy. To be responsible for tidiness of workplace areas. To participate in local rota arrangements for covering late clinics and weekend and Bank Holiday duties. To undertake any other appropriate duties as may be requested by your manager. When accredited, to develop and participate in medicines reconciliation and Final Accuracy checking activities. Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Plan and organise own day-to-day work including telephone reviews and home visits. To carry out routine administrative/telephone related tasks To negotiate with patients and staff to make timely appointments Help with the administration and organisation of dementia specific groups.

To support the day to day leadership of a clinical team providing a high quality service within the resources available in a defined area, and specifically to deliver on the following key areas. To offer specialist mental health assessments to Young People who present in crisis during the hours of the service. This role includes both Community CAMHS Duty and A&E Liaison work on a rotating shift basis covering a 7 day rota. Assessment includes care and safety planning, risk assessment and management and facilitating safe discharge. In line with COVID safe practice and service developments these assessments may be offered using remote platforms for appropriate referrals as well as some face to face work. Where clinically indicated to provide a single intervention model to CYP not currently open to CAMHS. This role involves liaising with other agencies and professionals and developing ongoing positive working relationships with them to support young people who present in crisis. The role aims to reduce the number of presentations and admissions to acute hospitals and to reduce length of stay and facilitate discharge once physical health needs have been addressed. You will act as a liaison to acute care colleagues for YP with MH needs that are admitted to A&E or acute paediatric wards and it will be your responsibility to provide specialist mental health assessments and interventions to these young people and to provide advice and consultation on appropriate mental health care planning to support a holistic care and discharge plan (including risk and safety).

Communications and Relationship skills To communicate complex information to staff both medical and non-medical To be able to provide comprehensive reports on all tests undertaken To communicate effectively with patients, to obtain their consent and cooperation, including patients with physical/learning disabilities, children of confused patients To communicate effectively with relatives of patients To develop good working relationships with other departments within the Trust. Analytical and Judgemental skills To inform hospital maintenance or appropriate services engineer if a fault is discovered Planning and Organisational skills To take part in the day-to-day running of the department including allocating duties to junior staff To deputise in the running of the department in the absence of Head of Department and deputy Head of Department Plan and prioritise own workload Contribute to development of procedures and any changes within the department Patient/ Client Care To promote a pleasant and efficient image during all dealings with internal and external organisations Policy and Service Development Implementation To observe Health & Safety procedures and Fire Regulations Human Resources (inc. developing and delivering training) To be responsible for own continuing personal and professional development To assist with continuing education for technical staff as directed by Head of Department To take part in the day-to-day clinical supervision of other members of staff including students, Senior Assistant Technical Officers and Assistant Technical Officers To take part in specialist training of clinical staff Information Resources To be responsible for data entry on all patient information systems To provide clinical reports on a broad range of cardiac investigations To have an awareness of information systems across the organisation Professional (not included in any of the above factors) To take on other duties as directed by Head of Department with regards to stock control, departmental schedules, Health & Safety, monitoring and any other role required for the smooth running of the department Clinical Routine Technical Duties ECGs performing ECGs on adults and paediatrics, ensuring accuracy and the highest standard of legibility both in the department and on the wards. To have a working knowledge of all means available to reduce artefact and baseline wander. A full knowledge of interpretation and the ability to write a comprehensive report is essential Ambulatory monitoring to be able to connect equipment to patient to ensure a good quality ECG recording. To be aware of how to reduce artefact. To instruct patient in the use of the equipment. To analyse results and write comprehensive reports to enable clinical decisions to be made by medical staff regarding patient treatment Cardiac Arrest to be fully conversant with emergency cardiac arrest procedure as required, including defibrillation. To be able to maintain concentration and composure in stressful situations Echocardiography to perform echocardiography studies and provide comprehensive reports. To record images of cardiac structures in both 2D and M Mode. To perform and recognise the implications of Pulse Wave and Continuous Wave Doppler studies. To have highly developed skills to manipulate the machinery to obtain the best possible images and traces required. To be fully conversant with all structural abnormalities to enable appropriate views to be recorded. To be able to interpret test results. To be able to carry out studies in the cardiac department and also perform portable studies on the wards, including I.T.U and H.D.U., theatres, theatre recovery and A&E when required. To be able to obtain the best studies under difficult conditions e.g. patients in isolation, when exposed to unpleasant body odours and bodily secretions or confused/angry patients. To be able to maintain concentration and composure under difficult conditions. Full Report to be able to provide a written comprehensive report on the above. Permanent Pacemaker/ICD/CRT Implantation To assist the implanting Physician to correctly position the pacing wire by taking various electrical measurements during the surgical procedure. To monitor patient well being and safety throughout the procedure. To be able to recognise the implications of abnormal results or readings measured/monitored during the procedure and advise the physician of the same. To be able to recognise and deal with acute situations which involve the need for external pacing, defibrillation and/or C.P.R. To be able to maintain concentration and composure in stressful situations. Working in this environment will involve exposure to X-Rays and the wearing of heavy lead coats. Pacemaker/ICD/CRT Programming and follow-up clinics To lead pacemaker clinics. To re-programme pacemaker parameters to ensure maximum patient safety and comfort. To be able to recognise and act upon abnormal findings. To be aware of patient condition and call for physician assistance when necessary. To be able to use a range of pacemaker programmers and have a working knowledge of the various manufacturers and types of pacemakers. To be aware of replacement and end of life indicators and characteristics and put them on the appropriate waiting list for generator replacement when necessary. To communicate results of checks to GPs and other medical staff. To cause minimal distress and reassure patients when describing pacing function and possible problems. To be able to maintain concentration for potentially long periods of time whilst carrying out pacemaker clinics. To keep up to date with new technologies and techniques. To attend training courses as necessary when staffing levels allow. Exercise ECGs To be clinical lead in treadmill tests. To ensure that all current local and national guidelines regarding technician led exercise testing are adhered to. To ensure the treadmill test is appropriate prior to commencing. To monitor patient condition and ECG throughout test. To analyse the information acquired during the procedure and terminate test when appropriate in order to obtain the best result whilst monitoring safety and comfort. To be aware of procedures for Cardiac arrest and other emergencies. To be trained to use a defibrillator in the case of an arrest. Cardiac Catheter Laboratory To be responsible for setting up and correctly calibrating pressure monitoring equipment for use during cardiac catheters and other angiographic procedures. To monitor and record blood pressure and ECG throughout procedures and inform physician of any significant changes. To be conversant with Cardiac Arrest procedures in the catheter laboratory. To be able to concentrate for potentially long periods of time during catheter sessions. To be prepared to take on new procedures such as new intervention techniques and Electrophysiology studies. To organise and receive training in same as necessary. To be able to maintain concentration and composure in stressful situations. Working in this environment will involve exposure to X-Rays and the wearing of heavy lead coats

The post holder will: Be responsible for the performance management and professional standards of Matrons, Ward/Department Managers and Nurse Specialists to ensure delivery of healthcare performance standards and Trust objectives within their designated area of responsibility. Take the lead for safety and quality for all nursing services provided within their designated area of responsibility, undertaking investigations and producing reports where required. Act as a positive role model through the provision of effective senior professional nurse leadership and demonstration of competent, accountable, high quality clinical practice. Provide day-to-day visible (in uniform), accessible and authoritative leadership in clinical areas. Be responsible for the standards of ward based and outpatient-based care delivered within their area(s) to ensure the delivery of patient care is always of the highest possible standard and for improving patient experience. Actively support the Division in the provision and ongoing development of high quality, modern, dynamic, and patient centred services. Provide support to patients, and their relatives/carers. Be responsible for optimising patient flow to ensure patients are in the right bed at the right time to receive the right care. Work in liaison with other Directorates and Divisions and the wider local health community and local service providers to ensure care pathways are optimised, supporting resolution of any issues where they are identified. To work closely with other Directorates and Divisions to ensure that related clinical pathways work in tandem with those in these areas and are as efficient as possible in all respects of the care delivered to patients. To ensure that the services within the Division work together seamlessly providing safe high-quality care to patients. Provide support in relation to workforce development, training, recruitment and performance management of the nursing teams within the Division.

On call as per rota (reg/middle grade) Ward cover as per rota Regular theatre and outpatient sessions as per rota Rota may change at a shorty notice depending on the needs of the department. Attending various surgical departmental meetings Active participation in the Monday am departmental meetings

To Support the Matron and inpatient ward manager to ensure that high quality patient focused care is delivered within the Childrens and Young Persons Day Unit (CYPDU), surgical day case and Childrens Outpatient Department. To actively participate in the day-to-day clinical and operational management of the service. To act as an expertly skilled clinical nurse, leader and role model whilst providing direct quality patient care. To utilise expert clinical judgement, decision making and skills in relation to the assessment and management of children within the service. To work within the Child and Young Persons Day Unit, Childrens Outpatients and surgical teams on nursing issues and management of clinical governance issues. To participate in the supervision, teaching, mentorship and appraisal of pre and post registration nurses. To work collaboratively with the multi-professional team and inpatient ward manager to ensure the delivery of high quality service provision. The post holder will be required to work flexibly to achieve the key responsibilities of the post. To maintain and support the efficient use of physical and /or financial resources. Please see Job description and person specification for full details

Expert Clinical Practice To review patients on admission: ensure patients have timely access to appropriate investigations, referrals and assessments and that relevant personnel are informed. Undertake clinical competencies relevant to nursing role. To support staff when indicated in the management of challenging patients, families or situations. To deal sensitively with patients and / or relatives / carers who may be exhibiting a high level of anxiety or aggression. To be able to sympathetically convey unwelcome news to patients and / or relatives/carers regarding diagnosis and potential recovery. Please see attached Job Description for full details. We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

SPOA are looking to recruit a Band 5 - 6 Nurse this can also be a development post for those with less experience. We are looking for someone who is highly motivated and with a passion for working creatively and collaboratively with children and young people and other professionals often as the first point of contact with services within West Sussex. The post entails working in a lively, busy Team delivering high quality interventions to children, young people and their families, including telephone contact and onward signposting This post requires some knowledge and experience of working with young people who are experiencing severe and complex mental health difficulties. Essential criteria: Qualified or newly qualified RMN or RN Paediatric Child Branch Evidence of continuing professional development. As this is a nurse development post, please see Job Descriptions for further details for both Band 5 and Band 6 Nurses See attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details. Flexibility with working patterns is desirable as we may extend the hours of our service to include some weekend and evening work SPFT staff have the capacity to work some of their time from home, remotely where applicable and in agreement with your line manager. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we reach a sufficient number of applications. Please apply using the link in this advert. We are happy to arrange informal visits.

Job responsibilities Clinical To contribute to the management of a team caseload of clients with complex needs, using CPA principles, evidence based/client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions, which will be delivered in the Dementia and Older Adults Mental Health Service. To support/manage a team caseload and attend relevant MDT meetings To regularly support and cover the duty rota To provide specialist assessment and intervention as part of a multi-disciplinary approach, with specific responsibilities regarding the care pathway To provide risk screening and assessment as well as risk management planning To contribute to and facilitate evidence-based assessments and individual and group interventions To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Service To regularly share and supervise students on practice placement, and junior staff as appropriate Knowledge/Experience Essential Post qualifying experience in the relevant care group Experience of working alongside people with complex health problems in the designated care group Experience of providing a range of clinical interventions to people in the designated care group with a variety of health problems Experience of working consultatively with professionals Experience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments Experience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non-statutory teams and agencies Experience of working within the CPA process Understanding of clinical governance Previous experience of working in the community Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with current registration [mental health/LD/Adult], appropriate to the job role Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent Evidence of continuous professional development Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Tier 2 Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Tier 2/skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, Tier 2/skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeNHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Further details in attached job description: Qualifications Essential Experience of working as part of a team Good communication skills Willing to undertake NVQ 2/3 training Qualifications Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 2 in Care or equivalent experience Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

In order to be a successful Occupational Therapist in our team you will be: Registered with HCPC Comfortable working in a fast-paced and varied role Able to communicate effectively in complex and challenging circumstances to support professional decision making Adaptable, organised, compassionate and a team player Have experience of working with dementia or older adults mental health or keen to learn more. It would also be advantageous if you have your own car as the role can involve direct work with patients and their families in their homes and communities across Sussex. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role. You will receive supervision from the Occupational Therapy Clinical Specialist within the wider SOAMHS services and have opportunities to network with Occupational Therapists across SOAMHS services in Sussex.

In order to be a successful Healthcare Assistant in our team you will: Essential Have a recognised qualification in an area related to the workplace or equivalent technical/life skills (transferable skills) Be fit to undertake any duties related to the role including physical interventions for the management of violence and aggression Have experience working as part of a team Have excellent communication skills Have evidence of a commitment to lifelong learning Have a professional and friendly demeanour It would also be advantageous if you: Have experience working within a mental health setting NVQ Level 2 in care Person Specification EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of working as part of a team Good communication skills Desirable NVQ Level 2 in Care See attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

The main duties are discussed above. There is however a lot of scope to develop this role. Worthing ATS is a vibrant community team. It supports innovation and we are always motivated to look at Quality Improvement. The successful candidate can be supported to get enough experience to enter a training job or be supported to go through CESR. Please see the Job Description for the full list of duties and responsibilities. Sussex Partnership is committed to people participation, meaning that we involve patients and their carers and supporters, in service decision-making and planning. You will be expected to contribute to this shared value and to support the functioning of this service in the delivery of its participation strategy. There is only so much we can say to you in an advert, so would love to speak to you about this role in more detail. For more information please see our contact details below!

Fixed term is planned to run from September 2024 - end August 2026. Main Responsibilities To undertake dispensing of prescriptions for inpatient, outpatient and discharge medication, including ward transcription sheets. To dispense ward stock controlled drugs (CDs) in accordance with legal and departmental procedures. To participate in pharmacy reception duties; includes responding to telephone calls and visitors promptly, inputting all prescription types onto the electronic tracking system. To process and assemble orders of stock items for wards, departments, health centres and other hospitals. To check inpatient prescriptions and identify all inpatient medication that is required to be dispensed. To accurately record dispensing requirements on ward transcription sheets. To refer any medication changes to the ward pharmacy technician and/or ward pharmacist To provide daily ward visits and determine the suitability of Patient Own Drugs (PODs) against agreed criteria for re-use and refer (if necessary) to the pharmacy clinical team To identify whether the patient has sufficient PODs on the ward and determine whether an additional supply is needed and discuss with the clinical team as necessary. When transcribing for a medicine supply attention to detail is imperative and all work would be appropriately supervised and witnessed. To provide a final accuracy check on prescribed items against a valid prescription. If any dispensing errors identified provide appropriate feedback to the dispenser so the item can be corrected. Or referral to the pharmacist if the query is relating to a medicine or a prescription. Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.