Job summary

Working within Professional guidelines and accountability, the post-holder will have responsibility for the management of a defined community caseload (via Nursing, mental health, Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy interventions) for a group of GP Practices as part of the Integrated Care Team.

The post holders will have responsibility for managing co-ordinating and delegating work ensuring referrals are dealt with according to clinical need, holistic assessments and care plans are recorded in line with Trust and Professional record keeping standards and clinical care at all times meets acceptable standards of patient safety and quality outcomes.

The post holders will be required to work with a high degree of autonomy and professional accountability. A primary aim of the role is to prevent unnecessary admission of patients to an acute hospital and support timely discharge into the community. The post holder will also have a responsibility for re-enablement, rehabilitation, health protection and promotion programmes that improve and reduce inequalities.

Main duties of the job

Act at all times with compassion, to be committed to delivering high-quality care, use effective communication, be competent and have courage when needed.

Participate in the holistic assessment, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and therapy for patients in the home, without direct supervision. This includes those with chronic disease, terminal illness who wish to die at home and complex care needs.

Provide safe medicines management in your area, according to professional and organisational guidelines to ensure safety and efficacy.

Develop and maintain constructive working relationships and liaise effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team so that patients' needs are met.

Act as a role model in the promotion of person-centred practice, and challenge practice, which is not person-centred, so that a person-centred culture is maintained.

Keep updated with relevant clinical developments and use knowledge to enhance standards of care.

Practice and promote safe and effective skills in all aspects of clinical practice.

Practice and promote safe and effective record keeping in line with trust policies and professional standards.

Demonstrate competence and confidence in clinical practice: this includes all clinical procedures that are relevant/specialist to the area.

Recognises own limitations in the provision of clinical care and urgency of patient's needs, referring to other healthcare professionals accordingly and is accountable for his/her own action.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job summary

Great opportunity to join the Digital team at ESHT and build a CSO team across the organisation. You will play a major role in our EPR deployment. You will be working closely with the CCIO, CNIO and CDIO

Main duties of the job

The Digital Clinical Safety Officer (CSO) is responsible for providing leadership and expert advice on clinical safety across the Trust's digital portfolio.

The post holder will ensure that all digital systems, software, clinical applications, medical device integrations and digital transformation programmes are developed, procured, implemented and maintained in accordance with recognised NHS Digital Clinical Safety Standards.

The CSO will work closely with clinical, operational, technical and supplier teams to identify, assess and manage clinical risks associated with digital technology and support the delivery of safe and effective digital healthcare services.

The post holder will act as the Trust's designated Clinical Safety Officer for digital systems and services and will champion a culture in which digital safety is recognised as an integral component of patient safety.

You must be a registered healthcare professional and hold a CSO qualification.

About us

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

Statement on the Use of AI

We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective.

Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application.

We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the professional and operational leadership of our clinical services in the newly created 8a Matron roles.

These are senior clinical leadership roles with responsibility for a diverse portfolio of services, in our Clinical Divisions.

As Matron, you will provide visible, compassionate leadership to multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient care. You will have a proven ability to uphold professional, clinical and regulatory standards through robust governance, audit, quality improvement and assurance processes.

Working closely with operational, nursing and medical colleagues, you will support service development, workforce growth and innovation across the paediatric pathway. You will promote a culture of accountability, learning and continuous improvement, challenging poor practice where necessary and driving high standards of care.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication and relationship-building skills, with experience of managing change, operational pressures and compliance with national standards and quality indicators. A commitment to improving patient safety, experience and outcomes will be at the heart of your approach.

There are opportunities across our Surgery Division

General Surgery / Breast - CONQUEST

Head and Neck ( ENT, Maxillofacial and Ophthalmology) - EASTBOURNE / BEXHILL

Urology/ Vascular - EASTBOURNE

Main duties of the job

What we are looking for

• Registered Nurse or AHP with active NMC/HCPC registration.
• Significant senior leadership experience within clinical services and ability to provide senior operational and professional leadership out of hours.
• Proven ability to embed, monitor and improve clinical standards and quality outcomes.
• Strong experience in governance, patient safety, quality improvement and service assurance.
• Demonstrable ability to lead teams, influence practice and deliver sustainable service improvement.
• Values-driven leader with a visible, compassionate and inclusive leadership style.

Provide visible clinical and professional leadership

Ensure the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality care

Lead quality improvement, patient safety, governance and assurance programmes.

Monitor clinical standards, audits, incidents and performance, driving continuous improvement.

Develop and support the workforce through recruitment, education, appraisal and professional development.

Work collaboratively with nursing, medical and operational leaders to improve services and patient pathways.

Lead on safeguarding, infection prevention, risk management and regulatory compliance.

Manage staffing, resources and operational performance to ensure safe and sustainable services.

Provide expert professional advice and act as a visible role model for compassionate leadership.

Participate in the Matron of the day rota which includes evening and weekend working.

About us

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

Statement on the Use of AI

We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective.

Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application.

We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success.

Job summary

Here at The Royal Free Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust we are passionate about delivering the highest quality care to all our patients. In order to help us achieve this, we are looking for enthusiastic, motivated and committed band 5 registered mental health nurses to join our temporary staffing bank.

As a trust bank mental health nurse you will be able to choose a flexible working pattern to suit your work life balance in a variety of clinical settings working as part of a committed multidisciplinary team.

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust with some of the best clinical outcomes in the country.

**Visa Sponsorship does not apply to this role**

Main duties of the job

Working shifts as a bank registered mental health nurse across wards and departments as part of the multidisciplinary team, in a variety of clinical settings to deliver the highest quality care to our patients, in line with our trust values

As an accountable registered mental health nurse you will be responsible for delivering excellent care to allocated patients providing mental health care and support, for each clinical area you work on.

Clinical duties, across a range of clinical settings, include providing one to one enhanced care for patients requiring support and supervision including patients waiting mental health assessment, psychosis, dementia and delirium care.

About us

Our trust has around 10,000 staff serving 1.6 million patients. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

We offer a variety of bank shifts both days, nights and weekends across all our sites with competitive hourly rates. Our long day and night shift are paid at 11.5 hours.

Job summary

Here at The Royal Free Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust we are passionate about delivering the highest quality care to all our patients. In order to help us achieve this, we are looking for enthusiastic, motivated and committed band 5 registered nurses to join our temporary staffing bank.

As a trust bank nurse you will be able to choose a flexible working pattern to suit your work life balance in a variety of clinical settings working as part of a committed multidisciplinary team.

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust with some of the best clinical outcomes in the country.

**VISA SPONSORSHIP DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS ROLE**

Main duties of the job

Working shifts as a bank registered nurse across wards and departments as part of the multidisciplinary team, in a variety of clinical settings to deliver the highest quality care to our patients, in line with our trust values

As an accountable registered nurse you will be responsible for delivering excellent care to an allocated group of patients providing total patient care, for each clinical area you work on.

Clinical duties, across a range of clinical settings, include acute medical care, managing deteriorating patients, wound management, pain management, diabetes management, health promotion, patient education, complex discharge planning, sepsis treatment, end of life care, dementia and delirium care.

About us

Our trust has around 10,000 staff serving 1.6 million patients. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

We offer a variety of bank shifts both days, nights and weekends across all our sites with competitive hourly rates. Our long day and night shift are paid at 11.5 hours.

Job summary

University Hospital Tees - Gastroenterology & Endoscopy Services

The ERCP Specialist Nurse will play a pivotal role in delivering a safe, high-quality, and patient-centred ERCP service across University Hospital Tees. This new post has been created to strengthen the Trust's HPB (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary) pathway, improve compliance with national BSG ERCP Quality Improvement Programme (QIP) standards, and address key patient safety risks associated with inadequate pre-assessment, stent tracking, and post-procedure follow-up.

Working as an autonomous practitioner within the multidisciplinary HPB team, the post-holder will lead the ERCP pre-assessment service, coordinate inpatient and outpatient pathways, support the consent process, and provide structured post-procedure follow-up. The role will also include responsibility for maintaining the Trust's biliary stent registry, ensuring timely stent exchange or removal, and reducing avoidable complications.

Main duties of the job

The ERCP Specialist Nurse will act as the named lead nurse for ERCP within the Trust, supporting clinical governance, audit, and service improvement. The post-holder will contribute to MDT meetings, liaise with consultants, endoscopy teams, radiology, and surgical colleagues, and ensure that patients receive clear, personalised information throughout their ERCP journey.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced endoscopy or gastroenterology nurse to develop advanced skills in a specialist area, supported by a structured training and competency programme aligned to BSG standards. The role includes protected time for CPD, audit, and professional development, reflecting the Trust's commitment to high-quality care and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will be motivated, organised, clinically confident, and passionate about improving patient safety and experience within a complex and high-risk endoscopic service.

About us

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.

Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.

We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse/Midwife to join our team at Kettering General Hospital. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, safe and patient-centred care, ensuring patients receive an excellent experience throughout their care journey.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care while promoting best practice and maintaining the highest professional standards. You will act as a professional role model, contribute to service improvement initiatives and support the delivery of evidence-based care in line with the NMC Code, Trust policies and the Trust values of Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage and Commitment.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and clinical expertise within a supportive environment, while contributing to continuous improvements in patient care and outcomes. Flexibility to work across clinical areas may be required to support service needs.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver safe, high-quality and compassionate nursing care in accordance with the NMC Code and Trust policies
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised programmes of care to meet patients' physical, psychological and social needs
• Act as a professional role model, demonstrating high standards of clinical practice and behaviour
• Undertake clinical assessments, risk assessments and monitoring, escalating concerns appropriately
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support effective communication, care planning and patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to safe and effective patient handovers
• Promote patient safety, dignity, safeguarding and compliance with the Mental Capacity Act and related legislation
• Support service development, quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives
• Work within own scope of competence, seeking advice and support when required
• Provide support to colleagues and contribute to ward and departmental workloads as required
• Participate in ongoing learning, development and the enhancement of clinical practice

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close adverts once we have received sufficient applications.

Interviews have provisionally been scheduled to take place on the 22nd Oct, however this is subject to change and may be brought forward should the vacancy close early due to a sufficient amount of applications being received.

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighboring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values:

• Compassion
• Respect
• Integrity
• Courageous
• Accountable

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

264-8204848-SUR

Job locations

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous Healthcare Experience
• Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning

Desirable

• Evidence of Post registration qualification /education
• Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS

Education Training and Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse
• Diploma / Degree

Desirable

• Mentor Qualification
• Leadership Qualification

Skills

Essential

• The ability to communicate with patients and their families/carers during a highly stressful time, requiring the ability to alter communication strategies dependent on the situation and the patient's status
• To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication; and appropriate information storage
• The ability to make judgments on problems requiring investigation, analysis e.g., assessment of patient condition, suitability for discharge
• Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care
• The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high quality nursing/midwifery service
• Able to organise, prioritise and adjust own workload in relation to the priorities of the department

Key Competencies/ Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work within a team and independently
• Flexible and punctual
• Smart appearance
• Able to work to pressure
• Enthusiastic
• Assertive and positive attitude
• Caring, kind and compassionate
• Positive change agent

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Previous Healthcare Experience Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning Desirable Evidence of Post registration qualification /education Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS Education Training and Qualifications Essential NMC Registered Nurse Diploma / Degree Desirable Mentor Qualification Leadership Qualification Skills Essential The ability to communicate with patients and their families/carers during a highly stressful time, requiring the ability to alter communication strategies dependent on the situation and the patient's status To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication; and appropriate information storage The ability to make judgments on problems requiring investigation, analysis e.g., assessment of patient condition, suitability for discharge Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high quality nursing/midwifery service Able to organise, prioritise and adjust own workload in relation to the priorities of the department Key Competencies/ Personal Qualities & Attributes Essential Ability to work within a team and independently Flexible and punctual Smart appearance Able to work to pressure Enthusiastic Assertive and positive attitude Caring, kind and compassionate Positive change agent

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, 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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, 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 (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Temporary 12-month maternity cover Band 3 administration and clerical post 30 hours per week.

The post holder will work as part of a team providing comprehensive Administration / Co-ordination support to the Paediatric Physiotherapy Hip Scanning Team.

The post holder's work will incorporate direct support for the hip scanning service that is delivered within Paediatric Physiotherapy Team. This will include at times sitting in the clinics completing the administrative tasks and onward correspondence.

This post will involve working across sites supporting clinic at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital, Good Hope Hospital and Solihull Hospital.

This will also involve working in conjunction with colleagues, service users and stakeholders to provide an efficient service.

Main duties of the job

To support the therapists with day to day admin tasks related to the infant hip screening service, this may include sitting in clinic to create letters.

To undertake typing which may include touch type from audio and/or copy type from written documentation which may include letters, emails, reports, and any other correspondence as required.

To exercise initiative and judgement based on acquired knowledge and experience when dealing with enquiries.

Receiving and dealing with telephone and email enquiries as appropriate, from both staff and patients.

To maintain diaries as required, and book/reschedule patients accordingly.

Input and look up data on Trust IT systems in accordance with Trust policy. Extract and input data from several different sources.

Arrange meetings, appointments and support with any internal audits, as necessary.

To assist colleagues as directed by the Supervisor/Line Manager in times of pressure of work.

Co-operate in the introduction of new technology and new working practices to ensure the smooth running of the department.

Photocopying, Scanning, and filing letters and documents as required.

Working closely with both the physiotherapists within the team as well as the wider MDT to include the failsafe screening team.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job summary

Are you a caring and compassionate Registered Nurse looking to work in an outstanding rated Trust? Shaston ward, based at Westminster memorial hospital, Shaftesbury are looking for either an experienced or newly qualified Staff Nurse to join our supportive team.

As a Staff Nurse you will be working alongside a multi-disciplinary team, in a 15 bedded ward who provide sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation, Palliative / End of Life care for the local and wider community. Our Elderly Rehabilitation and End of Life Care unit achieved a nationally recognised accreditation in the Gold Standard Framework award for end-of-life care. Our team are a close-knit community, and we pride ourselves on always going the extra mile.

We offer dedicated career pathways and great opportunities for continuing professional development with a comprehensive and structured induction programme and training. An excellent preceptorship programme for newly qualified nurses and the chance to further your career in a nurse led environment.

The Staff Nurse post is a part-time role for 15 hours per week , We have a variety of flexible shifts listed below.

Early - 07.30 - 15.30

Late - 12.30 - 20.30

Long Days - 07:30-20:30

Nights - 20.15 - 07.45

Weekend and public holidays at enhanced pay!

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Main duties of the job

We are committed to providing excellent standards of care for our patients and we know that to enable us to do this, the continuous professional development of staff in a supportive environment has to be a top priority for us and it is!

You will need enthusiasm and a commitment to provide the highest standards of care to patients, relative and carers, and the ability to provide professional clinical leadership. You will need to have an interest in working with older people and have good communication and organisational skills.

In return we can also offer you:

Pay enhancements for night, weekend and bank holiday working

NHS pension scheme

Holiday pay of up to 33 days, plus bank holidays pro rata, dependent on service

NHS discount and salary sacrifice scheme

Not forgetting our unique selling point - our Trust beach huts located along the famous Sandbanks coastline.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of theirlives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a widerange of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or verygood experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urbanlocations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots ofways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testamentto our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe inequal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, whereeveryone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be thebest version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, andteach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better everyday through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£12,829 to £15,617 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-C120.26B

Job locations

Westminster Memorial Hospital

Magdalene Lane

Shaftesbury

SP7 8BD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

When completing your application please make sure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your skills and experience apply to this post

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected] When completing your application please make sure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your skills and experience apply to this post

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Desirable

• Experience of research or audit
• Mentorship Course - NVQ Assessor

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

• NMC Registration
• Teaching Qualification or willingness to undertake
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of current developments in nursing

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Able to use a computer to basic standard for inputting information and obtaining results
• Participate in staff development

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

• Understand the principles of rehabilitation
• Have a good working knowledge of Clinical Governance and the National Service Frameworks

Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Training Desirable Experience of research or audit Mentorship Course - NVQ Assessor Knowledge, Skills and Training Essential NMC Registration Teaching Qualification or willingness to undertake Ability to demonstrate knowledge of current developments in nursing Additional Requirements Essential Able to use a computer to basic standard for inputting information and obtaining results Participate in staff development Knowledge, Skills and Training Essential Understand the principles of rehabilitation Have a good working knowledge of Clinical Governance and the National Service Frameworks

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Westminster Memorial Hospital

Magdalene Lane

Shaftesbury

SP7 8BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Westminster Memorial Hospital

Magdalene Lane

Shaftesbury

SP7 8BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you looking for a challenge to gain knowledge and experience of the core areas of complex discharges on a Community Delayed Discharge Ward?

Here on Ward 5 at Florence Nightingale Community Hospital we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Band 5 Registered, who will deliver a high-quality patient care and thrive on the opportunities this post offers. Community health care is changing and fast developing, and it is an exciting time to be a part of Ward 5!

The world population is ageing, and we are all familiar with the challenges of meeting the needs of the growing number of older people here at Florence Nightingale Community Hospital and we all work tirelessly to ensure the right care and support services are in place when people need them.

It's important to celebrate longevity and it is equally vital that longevity is coupled with an excellent quality of life and a sense of personal and social well-being. Thus, our vision for our patients is they should live long and healthy lives, enjoying an active, fulfilling and independent existence- in which the ageing process becomes a positive rather than a negative experience.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5 Registered Nurse you will be responsible and accountable for the delivery of high quality, effective, and compassionate nursing care, including: assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating of holistic and individualised care. This will be in line with local, Trust wide and national policies, procedures, values and behaviours.

Closing date of applications: 11 October 2026

Interview date: 23 October 2026

About us

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

• Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development
• On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
• A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts about our Trust:

• We see on average 4810 OP appointments per day.
• We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
• An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
• Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
• Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
• We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
• We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.

Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic, experienced ACP looking for work in a friendly and supportive team?

We are a friendly, supportive, forward-thinking team in a busy town centre practice caring for patients with an array of interesting medical problems.

The successful candidate will be working all day. preferably on a Monday and should be available to start work in January 2027.

Main duties of the job

A key member of the clinical team, the successful candidate must hold a recognised Nurse Practitioner qualification. You will manage a caseload, dealing with a wide range of presenting healthcare problems and needs. The Advanced Clinical Practitioner will see both make professional autonomous decisions in relation to their problems, but remain fully supported by the existing clinicians. The post holder must be an Independent Prescriber.

About us

At Cleckheaton Group Practice, we aim to treat all our patients promptly, courteously and in complete confidence. Our team includes five GP partners, and two Advanced Clinical Practitioners. We have a team of Practice Nurses and Healthcare Assistants who work alongside our Reception team and Admin/Secretarial team. We offer a full general practice service and run specialist clinics for children, diabetes, heart disease, COPD and asthma sufferers and for patients needing minor surgery.

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Systmone clinical system

Job summary

*Due to the part time hours this vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship**

Previous applicants need not apply

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and motivated Mental Health Nurse to join our team on Ramsey Unit at Dane Garth.

Whether you are an experienced Mental Health Nurse, a newly registered nurse, or a student nurse due to qualify and ready to begin your nursing career, we would love to hear from you.

Ramsey Unit provides care for individuals experiencing acute mental health difficulties. As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care, supporting service users through some of the most challenging periods of their recovery journey.

At Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust, we are committed to creating a compassionate, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued and able to thrive. We recognise the unique skills, experiences and perspectives that each individual brings and are dedicated to supporting your professional growth, wellbeing and career development.

As a Registered Mental Health Nurse, you will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective and compassionate care for service users experiencing acute mental health needs.

If you would like to learn more about the role, we would welcome an informal conversation or visit to the ward. Please contact us using the details provided.

Main duties of the job

If you are a student nurse due to qualify or a newly registered nurse, you will be supported through our comprehensive Preceptorship Programme, providing protected learning opportunities, regular supervision and dedicated support from an experienced Band 6 Nurse Specialist as you transition into registered practice. Experienced nurses will benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, leadership support and access to a wide range of career progression pathways.

As a Staff Nurse, you will be encouraged to take ownership of your professional development and will receive regular clinical supervision, mentorship and support to help you build your confidence, develop your skills and achieve your career aspirations.

We actively invest in our workforce and encourage lifelong learning, helping colleagues develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to provide outstanding care and make a meaningful difference to the lives of the people we support.

Depending on your experience, you will either undertake a structured period of preceptorship or receive ongoing professional and leadership development support. All nurses receive regular supervision and support from experienced colleagues, promoting continuous learning and professional growth.

As your confidence and experience grow, you will have opportunities to develop leadership skills, contribute to quality improvement initiatives and explore further career progression opportunities within the Trust.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job summary

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to lead our inpatient mental health team at Woodlands in Ipswich.

This exciting opportunity will allow an experienced Allied Health Professional to oversee the delivery of recovery-focused interventions in an acute mental health setting.

We are looking for a flexible and dynamic candidate who has excellent clinical and leadership skills and wants to make a real impact on patient outcomes and staff retention.

You will lead an established team of Occupational Therapists, a Band 7 Physiotherapist, and support staff across two adult acute mental health wards, our older people's ward, and our Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. The team delivers clinically effective, evidence-based treatments and interventions to groups and individuals. You will also work alongside psychologists and art therapists. You will balance team management responsibilities with maintaining a clinical caseload, particularly involving complex cases.

Woodlands is an exciting and innovative place to work, with ambitions to improve patient experience at all levels. The AHP team works across all wards to support discharge planning, therapeutic activity, and purposeful admissions. There is an ADL kitchen and gym on site, as well as an outdoor games area. The team also facilitates community activity and engagement.

Main duties of the job

You will provide leadership to a therapy team within the multidisciplinary team context. You will have a high degree of autonomy, with a key role in supporting the development of skills of staff across the inpatient wards. You will also be contributing to service and policy development within the service and reporting on team governance.

Ensure a responsive, high-quality service is provided to patients, their families and carers within the clinical environment and maintain compliance with key performance indicators.

Provide line management supervision to the AHP team including recruitment, development and supervision.

Provide specialist clinical input across the service including support for complex cases. You will work with adult inpatients and older people who have organic (Dementia) frailty and functional presentations such as psychosis, anxiety and mood disorders. You will have the opportunity to use your physical health training alongside the ability to communicate and engage with service users living with complex mental and physical health needs including frailty and work to tackle health inequalities.

Role model and foster strong working relationships between the AHP and the MDT, to ensure that care is integrated and results in the best possible outcomes for service users.

Oversee the therapeutic timetables for the wards and coordinate the allocation of activity worker resource across the site.

About us

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Job summary

We are expanding our team and are looking for an experienced ANP/ACP or ex[erienced Practice Nurse to join us.

We are a busy GP training practice with 7700 patients, 3 partners and 6 salaried GPs.

This new role will be part of the Urgent Care team providing a same day urgent service for patients. This role will involve the assessment, diagnosis, treatment or referral of patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions.

We can offer:

• Support with training and development including prescribing qualification.
• Regular debriefs with GP
• Weekly GP meetings
• Clinical pharmacist supporting the team
• Ability to shape this new role
• Part of a small and supportive surgery
• Full time but part time considered for the right candidate

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

• Work with the on-call GP and other practitioners to provide an urgent care and visiting service
• Triage patients over the phone and provide face to face consultations
• Comply with respective code of professional conduct and within own scope of practice, being responsible and accountable for decisions and actions.
• Clinically examine, assess, diagnose, plan implement and evaluate treatment/ interventions and care for patients, using expertise and decision-making skills
• Where the post holder is an independent prescriber: to prescribe safe, effective and appropriate medication in line with current guidance and legislation
• Refer patients directly to other services and agencies as appropriate
• Exercise professional judgement to manage risk appropriately, especially where there may be complex and unpredictable events and supporting teams to do likewise to ensure safety of individuals, families and carers.
• To record accurate data in the patient records to an agreed standard.

About us

Box Surgery is an established and respected 3 Partner Practice which explores and delivers comprehensive integrated healthcare. The practice is considered progressive and encourages people to take responsibility for their own health and wellbeing, whilst treating those who become ill with care, compassion, empathy and skill.

As well as the main surgery, we have a small branch site at The Firs surgery in Colerne.

GP services under a private contract are delivered by the practice to patients at MOD Corsham.

The practice is a training practice for GP registrars and also teaches medical students, with two of the partners being GP trainers and GP appraisers. One of the partners was previously trained at this practice.

Whilst striving to maintain a small practice feel, Box Surgery is one of five GP practices working collaboratively within the Chippenham, Corsham and Box (CCB) PCN (Primary Care Network) to offer extended services to a patient list size of approx. 60,000.

Job summary

All Age Eating Disorder Service- East (covering Nelson, Burnley, Blackburn, Ribble Valley and surrounding area).

Would you like to be part of a service which is innovative, forward-thinking and committed to enabling people who are experiencing eating disorders to recover and discover their potential?

We are seeking to appoint someone with a caring, compassionate nature, who is innovative, creative, flexible and highly motivated. Primarily you will undertake specialist assessment, therapeutic work and physical health care for people presenting with an eating disorder within the East locality. You should be an excellent communicator and team player, with the successful applicant joining a dynamic multi-disciplinary team of professionals to provide assessment and treatment to children and adult service users and their families/carers. The team includes a range of other psychological professionals, nurses, dietitians and a consultant clinical psychologist/clinical lead.

Main duties of the job

Existing experience in eating disorders across the age range is desirable but not essential. However, a keen interest to develop knowledge and skills in this field and a strong desire to help service users and families is vital. The successful candidate will benefit from regular clinical supervision as well as professional supervision, with encouragement to engage with CPD activities as appropriate.

The hours are 37.5 a week and we would be happy to discuss how these can be worked flexibly to fit with yourself and the service.This is an exciting time and a chance to work in this specialist all age service - if this sounds like something you wish to be involved in, please contact those highlighted below who will happily discuss this further.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job summary

We are currently looking to recruit a highly motivated mental health nurse for our Specialist Perinatal Mother and Baby Unit. Ribblemere Mother and Baby Unit is an 8 bedded mother and baby unit, offering conjoint admission for mothers and their babies.

Main duties of the job

Applicants should be passionate about delivering a high level of individualised inpatient care, have excellent leadership skills and a genuine interest in perinatal mental health.

Care is provided over a 24 hours periods and all nursing team members work rotational shift patterns including days nights and weekends.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for actively contributing to the continuing development of the ophthalmic nursing role within the Accident and Emergency Department and General Ophthalmology clinic.

The Post holderwill carry out the assessment, planning and provision of specialist ophthalmic nursing advice and undertake specialist nursing procedures ensuring that all patients receive the highest standards of care.

After training and supervision, they will be given the opportunity the opportunity to participate in independent management of designated patients as an Emergency Nurse Practitioner.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide comprehensive, care and support for patients in our dedicated ophthalmic A&E in the City Road branch of Moorfields Eye Hospital.

The post holder will carry out the assessment, planning and provision of specialist ophthalmic nursing advice and undertake specialist nursing procedures ensuring that all patients receive the highest standards of care.

After training and supervision, they will be given the opportunity the opportunity to participate in independent management of designated patients as an Emergency Nurse Practitioner. Post holder required to lead and manage the day-to-day effective running of the department to ensure highest standards of patient care delivery.

Post holder will take lead, participate, and undertake risk assessments, audits, research, and training development to ensure evidence-base practice. The Post holder must be flexible and adaptable in their approach to work.

About us

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with.

We also offer:

o Salary including High-Cost Area Supplemento Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Schemeo Free 24/7 independent counselling serviceo Learning and development opportunitieso Easy and quick transport linkso A range of attractive benefits and discountso Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemeso Free Pilates classeso Full support and training to develop your skillso Flexible working friendly organisation

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum incl. HCAS *pro rata for the part-time post

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

273-DC-8319546

Job locations

Moorfield's Eye Hospital

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work with the A&E Matron and senior nursing team to lead the department as an expert ophthalmic clinical practitioner, ensuring that staff have the appropriate skills necessary to care for the designated patient group at any point on the patient pathway.

Work autonomously as an independent Ophthalmic Emergency Nurse practitioner within protocols. This includes undertaking the total clinical management of patients from assessment to discharge as an independent nurse practitioner. Communicating findings to GPs by letter and when necessary, by phone and referring patients to the medical team when required.

Lead on the provision of evidence-based nursing practice.

Be responsible for the assessment of care needs, development, implementation, and evaluation of high standards of nursing care.

Be conversant with Trust Policies and guidelines and ensure compliance.

Investigate and respond to complaints both written and verbal. Report information and findings back to the Nurse Manager.

Facilitate a high-quality, cost-effective specialist service through monitoring and audit and other quality initiatives agreed by the Trust.

Lead on and participate in key developments relating to the ophthalmic speciality so that high quality patient focused services are promoted.

Attend and participate in multi-professional team meetings.

To ensure that the learning environment and specialist training is provided for the benefit of all staff and that evidence-based practice is incorporated and utilised in the teaching environment.

Undertake any training or educational courses conversant with role such as non- medical prescribing.

To ensure that staffs mandatory training is kept up to date

To act as an advisor to junior staff in their roles as mentors, assessors, and preceptors.

Support and participate in education and training programmes and develop training programmes as required.

To assist the A&E Matron and Nurse Manager in developing a culture that is challenging, stimulating, rewarding and supportive.

To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills, and professional awareness in accordance with PREP requirements and to maintain a professional profile.

To undertake annual appraisals for staff and ensure own appraisal and personal development.

Take an active role in performance management of staff when necessary.

Promote and undertake nursing research updating own knowledge to promote excellence in clinical practice.

To work with the Practice Development Team in the development and implementing of evidence-based practice.

Utilise research findings in the delivery of specialist patient care, developing new ways of working and to disseminate relevant information to staff.

To assist in the development and implementation of nursing practice guidelines, standards, and policies.

Participate and contribute to audit and research within the speciality in collaboration with colleagues.

Provide a leadership role model and demonstrate specialist knowledge and high standards of clinical practice and provide support or advice when necessary.

Develop the role according to patients changing needs and research findings, within the resources available.

Job description Job responsibilities To work with the A&E Matron and senior nursing team to lead the department as an expert ophthalmic clinical practitioner, ensuring that staff have the appropriate skills necessary to care for the designated patient group at any point on the patient pathway. Work autonomously as an independent Ophthalmic Emergency Nurse practitioner within protocols. This includes undertaking the total clinical management of patients from assessment to discharge as an independent nurse practitioner. Communicating findings to GPs by letter and when necessary, by phone and referring patients to the medical team when required. Lead on the provision of evidence-based nursing practice. Be responsible for the assessment of care needs, development, implementation, and evaluation of high standards of nursing care. Be conversant with Trust Policies and guidelines and ensure compliance. Investigate and respond to complaints both written and verbal. Report information and findings back to the Nurse Manager. Facilitate a high-quality, cost-effective specialist service through monitoring and audit and other quality initiatives agreed by the Trust. Lead on and participate in key developments relating to the ophthalmic speciality so that high quality patient focused services are promoted. Attend and participate in multi-professional team meetings. To ensure that the learning environment and specialist training is provided for the benefit of all staff and that evidence-based practice is incorporated and utilised in the teaching environment. Undertake any training or educational courses conversant with role such as non- medical prescribing. To ensure that staffs mandatory training is kept up to date To act as an advisor to junior staff in their roles as mentors, assessors, and preceptors. Support and participate in education and training programmes and develop training programmes as required. To assist the A&E Matron and Nurse Manager in developing a culture that is challenging, stimulating, rewarding and supportive. To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills, and professional awareness in accordance with PREP requirements and to maintain a professional profile. To undertake annual appraisals for staff and ensure own appraisal and personal development. Take an active role in performance management of staff when necessary. Promote and undertake nursing research updating own knowledge to promote excellence in clinical practice. To work with the Practice Development Team in the development and implementing of evidence-based practice. Utilise research findings in the delivery of specialist patient care, developing new ways of working and to disseminate relevant information to staff. To assist in the development and implementation of nursing practice guidelines, standards, and policies. Participate and contribute to audit and research within the speciality in collaboration with colleagues. Provide a leadership role model and demonstrate specialist knowledge and high standards of clinical practice and provide support or advice when necessary. Develop the role according to patients changing needs and research findings, within the resources available.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree Level Qualification
• Registered Nurse Level 1 (Adult)
• Relevant clinical post-registration Ophthalmic qualification.
• Recognised clinical teaching qualification (mentorship)
• Management training Course/Leadership Course

Desirable

• oMSc or equivalent practical experience

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Previous ophthalmic experience at Band 6 level
• Experience in assessing and caring for patients in an ophthalmic emergency setting
• Experience in delivering evidence-based practice
• Demonstrates an understanding of the role of an independent Nurse Practitioner and has experience in this role.
• Assess, diagnosis, management, and Treatment of common Ocular emergencies.

Desirable

• Interpretation Optical Coherent Tomography (OCT) and visual Field Test

Patient Care

Essential

• Able to prioritise own workload and that of others.
• Able to work towards set targets and enable others to do so
• Able to work on/under own initiative.
• Demonstrates awareness of importance of working as part of a team.
• Demonstrates understanding of research-based practice.
• Able to take charge and delegate duties and manage a team of nurses

Skills

Essential

• Can independently assess, diagnose, and manage common ocular emergencies using relevant equipment in an emergency ophthalmic care setting.
• Can demonstrate the ability to teach staff to carry out ophthalmic assessment, diagnosis and management of eye conditions.
• Leadership & facilitation skills
• Demonstrates evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to act as preceptor/facilitator.
• Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of regular appraisal and has experience in performance management
• Demonstrable IT Skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree Level Qualification Registered Nurse Level 1 (Adult) Relevant clinical post-registration Ophthalmic qualification. Recognised clinical teaching qualification (mentorship) Management training Course/Leadership Course Desirable oMSc or equivalent practical experience Clinical Experience Essential Previous ophthalmic experience at Band 6 level Experience in assessing and caring for patients in an ophthalmic emergency setting Experience in delivering evidence-based practice Demonstrates an understanding of the role of an independent Nurse Practitioner and has experience in this role. Assess, diagnosis, management, and Treatment of common Ocular emergencies. Desirable Interpretation Optical Coherent Tomography (OCT) and visual Field Test Patient Care Essential Able to prioritise own workload and that of others. Able to work towards set targets and enable others to do so Able to work on/under own initiative. Demonstrates awareness of importance of working as part of a team. Demonstrates understanding of research-based practice. Able to take charge and delegate duties and manage a team of nurses Skills Essential Can independently assess, diagnose, and manage common ocular emergencies using relevant equipment in an emergency ophthalmic care setting. Can demonstrate the ability to teach staff to carry out ophthalmic assessment, diagnosis and management of eye conditions. Leadership & facilitation skills Demonstrates evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to act as preceptor/facilitator. Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others. Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of regular appraisal and has experience in performance management Demonstrable IT Skills

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfield's Eye Hospital

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfield's Eye Hospital

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

To provide an essential role in supporting individuals with neuromuscular conditions Pan BCUHB. The post holder is expected to successfully co-ordinate the health and social care needs, provide support and information to families and ensure a seamless transition from child to adult services, where applicable.

To provide a regional point of contact for information and advice for those affected by a neuromuscular condition, their families and the professionals working with them.

To support the neuromuscular network in the planning and provision of neuromuscular services, providing a regional planning role for these services

Main duties of the job

1. The post holder will be responsible for engaging in the development and implementation of care pathways, protocols and communication strategy with colleagues from the public, private and voluntary sectors across Wales

2. The post holder will co-ordinate the specialist advice and support in the stages immediately following the outcome from the Newborn Screening process and following the diagnosis of a neuromuscular condition.

3. The post holder will provide awareness raising sessions for staff groups involved in providing health and social care services and support to those living with a neuromuscular condition and their carers.

4. The post holder will attend multidisciplinary clinics with the lead clinicians to provide expert advice and support to families, carers and children or young people living with a neuromuscular condition.

5. The post holder will develop self and the advisory post in line with the recommendations from the Thomas Report (2010) and the recommendations from the Wales Neurosciences review.

6. The post holder will be responsible for developing and maintaining an up to date database of local resources that can meet the needs of people with neuromuscular conditions and their families.

7. The post holder is expected to build and maintain links with local professionals and voluntary services and develop expert knowledge of other resources that can provide help and support with e.g. benefits and bereavement services.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.