Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Some of the benefits you can expect:

• NHS pension
• a comprehensive in house & external training programmes
• career progression
• starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays)
• staff physio service
• NHS discounts and many more.

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Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work regularly unsupervised
• Good observation and reporting skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of issues surrounding confidentiality

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (nursing degree or equivalent)
• Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake training

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with people with mental health needs

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Rose, Hammerton Court

Bowthorpe Road

Norwich

NR2 3TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Care Coordinator - Frailty plays a vital role in supporting patients living with frailty, long-term conditions, and complex health and social care needs. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will coordinate care, provide personalised support, and help patients access appropriate services to improve their health, wellbeing, and independence. The role focuses on delivering person-centred care, reducing health inequalities, and ensuring patients receive the right support at the right time.

• Act as a key point of contact for patients identified as living with frailty and their carers.
• Support the identification and management of patients who would benefit from coordinated care and personalised support.
• Develop, implement, and review personalised care and support plans in collaboration with patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate care across primary care, community services, social care, and voluntary sector organisations.
• Signpost and refer patients to appropriate health, wellbeing, and community-based services.
• Support patients to access appointments, investigations, treatments, and other relevant services.
• Maintain regular contact with patients to monitor progress and identify any changes in need.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, social prescribers, community teams, and other healthcare professionals.
• Assist in reducing unnecessary hospital admissions and supporting safe discharge planning where appropriate.
• Promote self-management, independence, and preventative healthcare initiatives.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient records in line with organisational policies and information governance requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to case discussions.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and service development activities relating to frailty care.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of the health and social care sector.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality and GDPR and the best practice approaches.
• Equal Opportunities and Diversity.

Desirable

• Understanding and knowledge of the role, practice, and principles of care planning.
• Knowledge of EMIS database and application within an operational/administrative role.
• Social and health care systems and processes.
• A working knowledge of relevant legislation including Data Protection.

Experience

Essential

• Significant previous experience of working in a proactive administrative role.
• Working within a social care/health or related environment in a delivery or front face role.
• Working with people who are vulnerable or face disadvantage.
• Working in an empathetic and empowering way.
• Working with databases and assimilating and reporting information.
• Experience of working in a dynamic and creative way, solving problems and prioritising work.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience of gathering information to determine needs/expectations.

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Excellent administration skills.
• Telecommunication skills.
• High level communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with a logical and structured approach to your work.
• Ability to respond to changing needs, pressures and demands and prioritise accordingly.
• Strong IT skills to include EMIS and Microsoft office, in particular excel and word.
• Ability to build effective working relationships.
• Ability to analyse and interpret data.
• Evidence of working within a team environment.
• Maintaining boundaries and ensuring clarity and understanding of the role.
• Ability to self-manage and be creative in your approach to problem solving.
• Ability and confidence to work on own initiative.

Desirable

• Use of IT systems including EMIS, Care Notes, Microsoft office, email and database systems (external and internal).

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general standard of education

Desirable

• Administration related qualification

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Vertis Health

Address

St. Martins Gate Surgery

Turnpike House Medical Centre

37 Newtown Road

WORCESTER

WR5 1EZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.vertishealth.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention, interview, charge, and release, including capacity assessments.
• Managing medical emergencies, treating injuries, and providing healthcare advice in a fast-paced environment.
• Supporting detainees with mental health needs, substance misuse, alcohol dependency, and complex vulnerabilities.
• Collecting and documenting forensic samples in line with evidential and legal standards.
• Producing accurate clinical and evidential records, including injury documentation.
• Liaising with police, custody teams, NHS and other healthcare services to ensure appropriate onward care.
• Attending hospital blood procedures under the Road Traffic Act.
• Preparing professional statements and attending court as an impartial healthcare witness.

Working pattern and location:

• Full-time employees are contracted to 42 hours per week.
• Part-time 21 hours per week.
• The main place of work will be Carlisle Custody Suite.

What we offer:

• A joining bonus of up to £1500 FTE pro Rata (for example - £750 paid after probation period and £750 paid after a year in the role)
• Recommend a friend £500
• NMC HCPC registration paid
• Access to company pension scheme
• Overtime at enhanced rates
• A supportive, values driven culture where professionalism and compassion are genuinely recognised
• A unique clinical environment where no two shifts are the same
• Exposure to specialist forensic skills including evidential documentation and forensic sampling
• Opportunities to progress within one of the UK's most respected forensic healthcare providers
• Accredited forensic training and structured development.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration
• or
• Paramedic with current HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

• Full UK driving licence with fewer than six penalty points
• Ability to complete enhanced DBS clearance and police vetting
• Full right to work in the UK and a minimum of three years' UK residency prior to application
• Strong assessment, communication and decision-making skills with confidence working autonomously

Desirable

• Willingness to complete externally accredited forensic training within the first year of employment

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Mountain Healthcare Ltd

Address

Carlisle

CA1 3NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mountainhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Person Specification

Education, training and qualifications CPD Requirements

Essential

• NMC registration & Revalidation requirements

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• significant period of post registration experience required

Desirable

• Able to mentor, support and develop staff

Skills and ability

Essential

• Ability to prioritise own work activity.
• Able to work flexibly

Desirable

• Developed physical skills to ensure accuracy and dexterity required for clinical procedures

Communications and interpersonal skills

Essential

• Communicates condition related, sensitive information to patients, public, and staff.
• Understands and overcomes barriers to communication and acceptance
• Accurately maintains patient records, maintains contemporaneous records
• Adheres to information governance standards

Desirable

• Motivation, reassurance, facilitation and influencing skills
• Deal with distressing and emotional circumstances relating to patients, public and staff

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

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Hospital Burton

Belvedere Road

Burton upon Trent

DE13 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

To assess individual patient needs and requirements without supervision

To plan, implement, and evaluate relevant programmes of care for individual patients within the clinics guidelines

To be competent in the following, with appropriate training:

o Venepuncture

o Microscopy

o Sexual Health screening

o Vaccinations for Hepatitis A & B, HPV and MPOX

o Dispensing medications under a patient group direction (PGD)

o Provide basic information around reproductive health choices and supply Emergency Contraception under PGD

o Providing HIV related care to stable patients in an outpatient setting.

To facilitate effective communication with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure appropriate nursing input into patient care discussions

To take an active part in the development and implementation of clinical audit and research

To be competent to supply and administer medications under a Patient Group Direction

To maintain clear and accurate documentation in line with unit and Trust standards

To be aware of all the Directorate and Trust Policies and Guidelines and ensure all actions are carried out accordingly

To demonstrate appropriate counselling skills when working with patients

To order investigations and provide test results to patients as per clinic protocols

To be competent in the Triage of emergency patients according to directorate-wide guidelines

To work in an outreach setting as required

Advise on the promotion of health and the prevention of illness, with particular reference to smoking cessation, diet, immunisations and sexual health and HIV

Support patients around adherence and understanding their HIV medication

Management

To be able to demonstrate leadership and teaching skills in the supervision and development of junior staff

To be aware of the current procedures in case of cardiac arrest, fire, flood, and major incident and attend annual mandatory training in accordance with Trust Policy Management of all medications in line with the Trust Drugs Policy

Maintain confidentiality and security of patients attending the clinic in accordance with the Data Protection Act

Ensure resources are used appropriately by all staff

To co-ordinate the clinic when required

Education

To assist in the on-going development of the clinic as an effective learning environment

To take an active role in the identification and facilitation of the educational needs of junior members of staff and students

To incorporate research and audit findings into clinical practice

To be competent in sexual health promotion and education

To undertake relevant professional development as discussed within a yearly appraisal with their Manager

Be aware of current nursing research and ensure that clinical practice is evidence based.

Professional Responsibilities

To promote a sensitive and caring approach to patients, visitors and colleagues

To ensure communications with patients and their relatives are supportive and informative with due regard to confidentiality

To be responsible for and demonstrate ones personal professional development and maintain up to date clinical skills

To be aware of responsibilities under the NMCS Code of Professional Conduct

To be prepared to work flexible hours across HIV & Sexual Health Services within the Directorate and in outreach settings

To recognise clinical and professional limitations and seek advice form Senior Colleagues as necessary

To be aware of current developments with nursing, the Trust and the NHS, including Clinical Governance

To work shift patterns and weekends to suit the needs of service delivery

Professional development

• Maintain professional registration

• Ensure mandatory training and a satisfactory appraisal is in date

• Undertake a professional development plan and demonstrate achievement of objectives.

• Ensure adherence to Trust policy and guidelines at all times.

• Role model Trust values at all times

Communication

Ensure all communication, which may be complex, contentious or sensitive, is undertaken in a responsive and inclusive manner, focusing on improvement and ways to move forward.

Ensure all communication is presented appropriately to the different recipients, according to levels of understanding, type of communication being imparted and possible barriers such as language, culture, understanding or physical or mental health conditions.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Evidence of Professional development

Desirable

• Sexual Health course / HIV course
• Teaching / Assessing course
• Family planning course

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience as RN within an acute setting
• Interest in Sexual Health / HIV

Desirable

• Current GU / HIV experience
• Experience on health promotion and education
• Preceptorship

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Hunter / Kobler Clinic

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and motivated Practice Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and has a particular interest and expertise in respiratory health.

Respiratory care is a key priority within this role. The successful candidate will help lead and support the delivery of our respiratory services, including the assessment and management of patients with Asthma and COPD, undertaking and interpreting spirometry, and contributing to the ongoing development of respiratory pathways and clinics. Experience and competency in respiratory care and spirometry are therefore highly desirable.

Working autonomously and within professional boundaries, the post holder will provide high-quality clinical assessment, treatment, management, and evaluation of care for patients with both acute and long-term conditions. They will work collaboratively with the wider clinical team to deliver evidence-based care, support health promotion, and improve patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will also play an important role in chronic disease management, patient education, clinical governance, and service development. They will contribute to achieving practice, local, and national healthcare objectives while helping to shape and improve the services we provide to our patients.

We are committed to supporting professional growth and development and actively encourage ongoing learning through training, education, and participation in both internal and external development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Practice

• Lead and support the delivery of Asthma and COPD services.
• Undertake, interpret, and maintain competency in spirometry testing.
• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients presenting with undifferentiated and complex health needs.
• Undertake holistic clinical examinations, considering both physiological and psychological aspects.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions using evidence-based, patient-centred approaches.
• Deliver safe, effective minor illness services within professional competency and clinical guidelines.
• Identify and manage patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, implementing proactive treatment plans.
• Assess, identify and appropriately refer patients with mental health concerns.
• Conduct holistic health checks for patients aged 75+, ensuring proactive support and continuity of care.
• Prioritise and manage urgent or emergency clinical situations, initiating appropriate interventions.
• Promote health education and empower patients to adopt self-care strategies.
• Contribute to service development, resource optimisation, and enhanced patient pathways.
• Support achievement of GMS contract requirements, QOF targets, enhanced services, and practice protocols.
• Continue to expand and refine clinical competencies as identified with the Practice.

Communication

• Use clear, sensitive and professional communication styles to ensure patients understand and consent to their care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues, adapting methods to meet individual needs or barriers.
• Represent the Practice with professionalism, compassion and integrity.
• Advocate for patients and colleagues when appropriate, ensuring their voices are heard.

Delivering a Quality Service

• Work within the NMC Code and maintain high standards of professional practice.
• Participate in clinical team meetings, nurse meetings and TARGET training to support shared learning.
• Produce accurate, contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with legislation, NMC requirements and Practice policies.
• Ensure accurate coding of clinical data to support QOF, enhanced services and reporting.
• Deliver care in line with NICE guidance, CMO recommendations and current evidence-based practice.
• Use audit, peer review and evaluation to improve care quality and service delivery.
• Engage in learning from complaints, incidents and near-miss events.
• Apply safeguarding policies for children and vulnerable adults, ensuring timely action and referral.
• Adhere to policies relating to domestic abuse, substance misuse and vulnerable adults.
• Maintain high standards of personal presentation and infection control.

Team Working

• Understand and support the evolving roles of team members, promoting a positive, collaborative working environment.
• Delegate tasks appropriately, ensuring patient safety and assessing competence before delegation.
• Support HCAs and other staff where elements of care can be safely delegated.
• Manage your own workload effectively, prioritising patient care.
• Remain flexible in response to clinical demand and emergencies.
• Contribute to the development of practice values, processes and service improvements.
• Support practice-led projects as required.

Management of Risk

• Identify and manage risk within the scope of responsibility, seeking advice when required.
• Maintain safe working environments in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Complete mandatory and statutory training.
• Apply infection prevention and control measures in line with national and local guidance.
• Maintain required immunisation status in accordance with Practice policy.

Learning and Development

• Act as a role model, educator and mentor to learners, assessing competence where appropriate.
• Share new learning with the wider team to support continuous improvement.
• Take responsibility for ongoing professional development and revalidation requirements.

Managing Information

• Use clinical systems and digital tools effectively to support planning, delivery and monitoring of care.
• Maintain competence in the Practice clinical IT systems.

Equality and Diversity

• Recognise and challenge discrimination, promoting inclusivity and equal opportunities.
• Support others to uphold equality and diversity in day-to-day practice.
• Assist individuals in exercising their rights and respecting personal choice in care decisions.
• Uphold local chaperoning policies and act as a role model for inclusive practice.

Environmental Sustainability

The NHS recognises climate change as a health emergency. All staff are expected to act in accordance with the Trust Green Plan, making environmentally responsible decisions in service delivery, resource use, travel and procurement. Our surgeries are Smoke Free sites, and smoking is not permitted on any Practice property or grounds.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration.
• Practice Nurse experience within a primary care setting.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Spirometry trained and competent in performing and interpreting spirometry (or working towards competency if local policy permits).
• Experience managing patients with asthma and COPD.
• Knowledge of current NICE guidance and respiratory disease management.
• Experience undertaking respiratory reviews and annual chronic disease reviews.
• Competent in inhaler technique assessment and patient education.
• Competent in administering vaccinations, including flu and pneumococcal vaccines.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Diploma, Degree or Postgraduate qualification in Respiratory Care.
• ARTP Spirometry Certification.
• Independent Nurse Prescriber (V300).
• Asthma Diploma or equivalent respiratory qualification.
• COPD management qualification.
• Experience leading respiratory services within general practice.
• Experience conducting respiratory audits and quality improvement projects.
• Smoking cessation adviser qualification.
• Experience using EMIS Web and Accurx.
• Experience supporting QOF and Enhanced Services related to respiratory care.

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

The Lodge Health Partnership

Address

Normandy Road

St. Albans

AL3 5NP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.lodgesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Hybrid working arrangements – because NHSBT works nationally, we’re able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

• Read about our application process
• Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration (Part 1 Adult/General, Level 1 or 2).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to continued learning.
• Experience of managing clinical environments within a regulatory framework such as Blood Safety and Quality Regulations (BSQR) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Knowledge and understanding of BSQR and GMP requirements.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Experience

Essential

• Substantial management and leadership experience within a clinical environment.
• Experience of leading and implementing change, while motivating and supporting teams to deliver high standards of care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and build effective working relationships.
• Strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills, with experience of risk management, performance management and clinical governance.
• Experience of mentoring, coaching and developing colleagues, alongside a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

Ashford Team Base

Ashford

United Kingdom

TN24 0GN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities.

• To work as an autonomous practitioner within the integrated multi-professional team, neighbourhood teams.
• To be responsible for own caseload and undertake an assessment of patients with complex and multiple pathologies using specialist clinical reasoning skills.
• To be accountable for assessing, interpreting, planning, implementing and evaluating treatment to patients within professional guidelines, with the support of the multidisciplinary team.
• To keep the patient at the centre of care, ensuring patient and carer participation in decision making.
• Provide support and education to peers, new staff non-registered staff and students.
• To supervise junior staff and students overseeing patient intervention and ensure that a high standard of care is delivered and staff achieve set competencies.
• To be accountable for a delegated caseload
• To priorities, all referrals according to clinical lead and allocate or signpost appropriately
• To provide a high standard of nursing intervention within patients own homes this includes lone working, with access to Specialist and Advanced Practitioners when required.
• To identify patient needs, agree on goals and provide appropriate holistic nursing interventions, to refer to other services and provide or order equipment.
• To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of your own and delegated work.
• To work within codes of practice and professional guidelines.
• To undertake a holistic assessment (including those with complex presentations and multi pathologies) making use of clinical reasoning skills.
• To use evidence-based practice, to ensure clinical care is effective and appropriate.
• To promote independence and wherever possible to avoid hospital admission and reduce inpatient length of stay to ensure those patients receive the appropriate care in the most appropriate setting.
• Organise and manage own time, delegating work appropriately.
• Contribute to risk assessments and health and safety assessments and including immediately reporting any changes/newly identified risks.
• To demonstrate the importance of gaining patient and carer consent in all interventions.
• To effectively communicate verbally with patients, carers and colleagues using tact and persuasive skills. This may involve using skills where patients have difficulties in communication, e.g. hearing loss, diminished sight, depression, speech problems, cognitive impairment, behavioural problems and pain.
• To contribute to and work towards the service/organisational aims and objectives of the Neighbourhood Teams and the new model of care.
• To work effectively within the neighbourhood team structure and liaise appropriately with members of the MDT and other agencies by attending MDT meetings, case reviews.
• To ensure that accurate and timely written records are kept which comply with the Trust policy and NMC guidance, reporting on any issues as appropriate.
• To inform/update all members of the multi-disciplinary team, service users and appropriate others, of changes involving current care plans, patients progress and other relevant matters that pertain to the care of the patient.
• To support the Community nursing team with day to day planning and delivery of high-quality care.
• To support the neighbourhood team with a case management model.
• To support, educate and advise formal and informal carers with the nursing care which they can provide.
• To act as a patient advocate, providing information, health education and support to facilitate patient choice with regard to nursing care, promoting independence.
• To ensure that medications are stored and recorded according to the rules relating to the drugs policy of CPFT.
• To administer immunisations and vaccinations to adults in accordance with agreed protocols for patients on the current caseload.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• RGN level 1 educated to degree level.
• Post-registration qualification relevant to district nursing
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Mentorship qualification or equivalent.

Desirable

• Management of leg ulcer qualification
• Prescriber or willing to undertake
• Wound care qualification

Experience

Essential

• Multidisciplinary working experience
• Management experience
• Relevant and proven experience post registration in a variety of settings
• Nursing in both acute and community settings

Desirable

• Demonstrate application of clinical governance and experience of clinical supervision
• Experience in delivering training

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• The ability to respond to changing situations
• Ability to develop effective working relationships
• Ability to exercise initiative
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload to meet the needs of the service
• Ability to innovate

Desirable

• Extensive understanding of clinical supervision

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

• Demonstrate an understanding of national government initiatives in health and social care and how these impact on local services
• Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others
• Listens to and understands directly and indirectly expressed feelings.
• Demonstrates empathy for the concerns of others.

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel independently around Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area meeting required timescales. A Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
• Manoeuvre patients using safe techniques in accordance with care plan.

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

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Knowledge Centre

Wyboston Lakes

Wyboston

MK44 3BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cpft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for a more in depth description regarding the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completed Relevant Nurse training and registered/registering

Desirable

• Expressed desire to work in Specialist CAMHS
• Experience post registration.

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

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Gem Centre

Neachells Lane

Wolverhamptonl

WV11 3PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Community IV Nurse

As a Community IV Nurse within our Clinical Homecare Nursing Team you will deliver safe high-quality and patient-centred nursing care to patients in their own homes and community settings

Working in partnership with NHS teams and healthcare professionals you will support patients receiving specialist Parenteral Nutrition IV therapies and other prescribed clinical interventions at home

The role offers the opportunity to work autonomously while remaining part of a supportive wider clinical team

Key Responsibilities

Deliver safe high-quality patient-centred care in patients' homes and community settings

Administer prescribed Parenteral Nutrition IV therapies and clinical interventions in accordance with standard operating procedures professional standards and individual care plans

Undertake patient assessments monitor progress and identify changes in a patient's condition

Recognise and escalate clinical concerns appropriately supporting safe and effective patient care

Support the initiation of treatment ongoing care and the safe transition of patients from hospital to home

Educate train and empower patients families and carers to safely manage treatment and develop confidence and independence

Provide ongoing clinical advice guidance and support to patients throughout their homecare journey

Develop positive and professional relationships with patients families carers and healthcare professionals

Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues Senior Homecare Nurses Clinical Nurse Managers and wider healthcare teams to provide continuity of care

Maintain accurate timely and confidential clinical records in accordance with Clinical Governance requirements NMC standards and Inizio policies and procedures

Work in accordance with relevant clinical policies procedures professional standards and evidence-based practice

Contribute to patient safety quality improvement and the ongoing development of the Clinical Homecare Nursing service

Support the achievement of relevant service and programme performance measures

Maintain and develop clinical competence through mandatory training continuing professional development reflective practice and evidence-based learning

Community Working

This is a community-based position requiring regular travel to patients' homes

Visit locations and routes will vary according to patient needs and service demand

Travel between patient visits is included within your working hours

You will need to be comfortable travelling independently and hold a current valid UK driving licence

You will be responsible for managing your working day and patient visits effectively while maintaining close communication with the wider clinical team

Professional Responsibilities

As a Registered Nurse you will be expected to maintain your NMC registration and practise in accordance with the NMC Code

You will take responsibility for maintaining your professional knowledge and clinical competence and participate in relevant training development and revalidation activities

Above all you will be committed to providing a positive patient experience and delivering co

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of one year's post-registration nursing experience
• Current valid UK driving licence and ability to travel regularly within the community as required by the role

Desirable

• Experience in CVAD and or Parenteral Nutrition services
• Experience working within community homecare acute or NHS healthcare settings
• Experience delivering patient education and support programmes
• Pharmaceutical or healthcare industry 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.

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

Inizio Engage

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary / Bristol Children’s

Bristol Royal Infirmary

and surrounding areas

Bristol

BS2 8HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://inizioengage.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will support the Trust Secretary, Head of Corporate Governance and Corporate Governance Manager in establishing, maintaining and ensuring that the Trusts corporate governance function is performed to the highest standards and in accordance with all statutory and legislative requirements.

The post holder will provide advice and support to the Trust Board and Executive committees, working groups and other bodies as may be assigned.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Degree or equivalent professional qualification or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, employment or voluntary work
• Previous experience of servicing committees
• A minimum of 2 years experience across one or more of the following areas: Law, Governance
• Well developed administrative, problem solving and organisational skills

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Essential

Essential

• Degree or equivalent professional qualification or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, employment or voluntary work

Essential

Essential

• Well developed administrative, problem solving and organisational skills

Desirable

• Previous NHS 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical care delivery general

Administer medications by injection with the appropriate legal authorisation.

Cervical cytology sampling

Recognise health promotion opportunities and give brief, focussed lifestyle advice using motivational interviewing techniques which may include:

- Alcohol screening

- Smoking cessation

- Weight management

- Sexual health

Undertake assessment of patients presenting with wounds, working within expertise to manage independently or refer to other services as necessary.

Remove wound closure materials including sutures, clips and staples.

Take samples for the cervical screening programme according to recognised standards.

Administer all relevant vaccines to adults and children according to the UK immunisation schedule and as described in the Green book, published by the UK HSA.

Provide a pre-travel health service including administration of vaccines and advice after undertaking appropriate risk assessment.

Administer prescribed therapies such as contraceptive injections, vitamin B12, and depo neuroleptic medications recognising side effects and contraindications.

Develop and follow referral pathways for patients with specialist needs.

Long term conditions

Manage nurse-run long term condition clinics:

Carry out clinical measurements and conduct annual reviews for patients with diabetes, asthma, COPD and Learning Disabilities (or another area of interest) in line with NICE guidance and Quality and Outcome Framework.

Recognise signs and symptoms that may indicate undiagnosed long term conditions e.g. poor wound healing, winter cough in smokers and also factors that may indicate mental health problems and use relevant referral pathways.

Confidentiality:

In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

In the performance of the duties outlines in their Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to the patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of person and sensitive data.

Health & Safety:

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

Follow appropriate infection control procedures.

Oversee suitability of resuscitation equipment and monitor any new guidance.

Maintain work areas in a tidy and safe manner.

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.

Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity:

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

Activing in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.

Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.

Behaving in a manner which his welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional Development:

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of its employment, such training to include:

Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.

Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.

Complete statutory training/updating and mandatory training as defined by the practice.

Complete skills specific training and regular updating

Quality assurance/service support

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.

Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.

Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Participate in quality improvement and innovations e.g. audit, significant event analysis and contribute to development of protocols and new services.

Attend in-house meetings, including nurses-only meetings, and contribute to development of the nursing service and where appropriate wider practice systems.

Participate in ongoing supervision and mentorship of unregistered health care staff, nursing students and junior nurses including mentorship for preceptor programmes and contributing to revalidation needs of nurse colleagues.

Attend in-house and external training events and contribute to continuing education of unregistered health care staff by identifying learning opportunities.

Update role-relevant policies and procedures.

Communication:

The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

Communicate effectively with other team members.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers.

Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services:

The post-holder will:

Apply practice policies, standards and guidance.

Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work.

Participate in audit where appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Part 1 of Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Register registered as adult, child, mental health, or learning disability nurse.
• We welcome newly qualified nurses to apply, conditional to them obtaining their registration with the NMC as above.

Desirable

• Adult Nurse qualification
• Immunisation and vaccination
• Sexual and reproductive health
• Long Term Condition (LTCs)
• Managing Unplanned and Emergency Presentations in Primary Care
• Mental Health in Primary Care
• Or willing to follow training in regards to all the above

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Grove Medical Centre

Address

The Grove

Church Road

Egham

Surrey

TW20 9QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://thegrovemc-egham.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities

• To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects for your own and delegated work.
• To work within codes of practice and professional guidelines.
• To undertake holistic assessment (including those with complex presentations and multi pathologies) making use of clinical reasoning skills.
• To use evidence-based practice, to ensure clinical care is effective and appropriate.
• To promote independence and wherever possible to avoid hospital admission and reduce inpatient length of stay to ensure those patients receive the appropriate care in the most appropriate setting.
• Contribute to risk assessments and health and safety assessments and including immediately reporting any changes/newly identified risks.
• To effectively communicate verbally with patients, carers and colleagues using tact and persuasive skills. This may involve using skills where patients have difficulties in communication, e.g., hearing loss, diminished sight, depression, speech problems, cognitive impairment, behavioural problems, and pain.
• To work effectively within the team structure and liaise appropriately with members of the MDT and other agencies by attending MDT meetings, case reviews.
• To ensure that accurate and timely written records are kept which comply with the Trust policy and NMC guidance, reporting on any issues as appropriate.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• RGN Level 1, RGN level 2
• Evidence of professional development

Desirable

• Mentorship qualification or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Community Experience

Skills and abilites

Essential

• Able to demonstrate commitment to high quality care & service provision
• Ability to work flexibly as part of a team
• Good documentation skills
• Computer/ IT skills
• Able to assess plan and implement care and formulate care plans.

Knowledge and Understanding

Essential

• Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others
• Shows a realistic appreciation of the challenges of working with the client group

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel independently around Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area meeting required timescales. A Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
• Flexibility to work over seven days per week

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

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sawston Medical Practice

London Road, Sawston

Cambridge

CB22 3HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cpft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached.

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of working within surgical and medical daycase

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Continued Professional Development.
• Regular Attendance.
• Ability to work flexibly within working hours of ward/department.
• Demonstrate professionalism and patient advocacy.

Further Training

Desirable

• Cannulation and venepuncture
• Supporting students

Qualifications

Essential

• First Level Registered Nurse

Knowledge

Essential

• Well developed communication skills and time management
• Effective organisational abilities.

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

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's Mill Hospital

Mansfield Road

Sutton-in-Ashfield

NG17 4JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached.

Person Specification

Knowledge Requirements

Essential

• Well developed communication skills and time management.
• Effective organisational abilities.
• Knowledge of stroke pathways

Qualifications

Essential

• First Level Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Immediate Life Support

Further Training

Essential

• Nurse Swallow Screen training
• National Institute of Health Stroke Scale training
• Nasogastric tube insertion

Desirable

• Education/Teaching qualification
• Willingness to undertake venepuncture and cannulation training

Experience

Essential

• Medical Nurse Experience
• Experience in an acute stroke setting or stroke rehabilitation
• Experience of assessing potential stroke patients for acute stroke management

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Continued Professional Development
• Regular Attendance
• Ability to work flexibly within working hours of ward/department.
• Demonstrate professionalism and patient advocacy.

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

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings Mill Hospital

Mansfield Road

Sutton In Ashfield

NG17 4JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)