Senior Pharmacist - Critical Care
NHS Jobs - London
£58,133 to £65,261 a year
PermanentFull time
Leadership To propose and implement policies, guidelines and procedures designed to improve the pharmacy service to patients and the Care Group in conjunction with the Principal Pharmacist Critical Care. To comment on policy and service changes and plans within the clinical pharmacy service and to contribute to, and participate in, pharmacy service developments in line with departmental and Trust policy. To develop, implement and audit prescribing guidelines for use within the division in conjunction with the Principal Pharmacist Critical Care. To deputise for the Principal Pharmacist Critical Care where necessary. To participate regularly in the multidisciplinary ward rounds as appropriate, and assist in the further development of the pharmacists role within the Care Group. To assist in the development, implementation and audit of evidence-based prescribing guidelines. To ensure services provided are in line with local and national policies, guidelines and frameworks To contribute and adhere to clinical pharmacy service standards. To proactively support the development of ward and clinical pharmacy services to clinical areas in order to advance the safe, clinically effective and cost effective use of drugs. Clinical Responsibilities To act as a specialist practitioner in the clinical area. To promote and deliver pharmaceutical care specifically for Critical Care patients within the Care Group and more generally for all patients. To contribute and adhere to clinical pharmacy service standards. To provide highly specialised evidence-based clinical advice and information to nursing and medical staff on the care and treatment of patients. To actively participate regularly in multidisciplinary ward rounds, antibiotic ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings as appropriate, delivering and promoting high quality, cost-effective, patient-focused pharmaceutical care. To contribute to and participate in the clinical/ward pharmacy service. Where appropriate and necessary to practice as a prescriber in area of own expertise, as appropriate, and provide direct high quality of care to Critical Care patients. To ensure appropriate and timely supply of medication to patients in conjunction with dispensary staff. To liaise with other pharmacists/healthcare professionals to ensure efficient transfer of clinical and medicines management issues. To participate in discharge planning. To participate in patient education and counselling schemes for all Critical Care patients/carers. To ensure appropriate and timely supply of medication to patients, including participation in the POD scheme. To practice as an independent prescriber, in area of own expertise, as appropriate and provide direct high quality of care to inpatients and outpatients within scope of practice. To liaise with other Pharmacists, Doctors and GPs to ensure efficient transfer of clinical and medicines management issues. To participate in Trust adverse incident reporting scheme. Financial Management To support the Principal Pharmacist in monitoring drug expenditure within the Care Group and provide accurate expenditure information, with appropriate analysis, to the Clinical Director and General manager. To identify areas of potential cost-savings within the Care Group, and to implement systems to realise savings and contain prescribing costs. Using horizon scanning techniques identify future high cost medications. To support the development and implementation of policies to control drug expenditure and ensure cost-effective prescribing. To educate other healthcare professionals on the costs associated with drug therapy and promote evidence-based, cost-effective prescribing within the care group. To attend Care Group or Specialty financial meetings when required. To work across traditional boundaries e.g. primary and secondary care. To optimise the use of homecare providers to ensure VAT savings are realised as necessary. People Management and Performance To lead, coach and manage the performance of junior staff in line with good people management practices, ensuring excellence is recognised and underperformance is addressed. To participate in regular performance appraisal meetings and ensure line reports have a clear set of objectives and development plans. Ensure direct reports are compliant with all statutory, mandatory training together with any professional training requirements. Manage absences of direct reports including sickness in line with Trust policy ensuring the appropriate return to work meetings occur, e-roster is updated and productivity is at keep to the highest possible level. Support with the recruitment of the team in line with the Trusts recruitment policy and process. Identify talent and support the internal talent management process in order attract and retain and succession plan for your people. Ensure overall wellbeing of the team is maintained. Continuously support in improving the morale of the team and implementing a culture of zero-tolerance for bullying and harassment. To participate in teaching and supervising students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. To act as postgraduate tutor for Diploma students. To act as a tutor for trainee pharmacists. To participate in teaching nurses, medical staff, and AHPs. To participate in the recruitment and selection of pharmacy students, trainee pharmacists, and junior pharmacists as needed. To regularly train, supervise and assess at ward level junior pharmacy staff providing a ward/clinical pharmacy service to wards within the Care Group. To supervise, train and assess at ward level, pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, trainee pharmacists and students. To participate in the in-service clinical pharmacy training of all pharmacy staff. To undertake CPD to ensure that knowledge is continually updated. To participate regularly in the induction, training and development of medical, nursing and other healthcare staff. Research and Service Development To regularly lead, participate in and co-ordinate relevant research or audit projects. To participate in audit and practice research to investigate and where appropriate improve the quality of service. To publish and present the results and outcomes of own research and audits locally, nationally or internationally as appropriate. To liaise with clinical trial nursing and pharmacy staff with regards to monitoring and continuing supply of trial medicines to patients. General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. We want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care and feels like their contribution is valuable and valued. At Kings we are a kind, respectful team: Kind. We show compassion and understanding and bring a positive attitude to our work Respectful. We promote equality, are inclusive and honest, speaking up when needed Team. We support each other, communicate openly, and are reassuringly professional To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder. It will automatically be reviewed in the event that the post becomes vacant. The Deputy Chief Pharmacist, Clinical Services will review the job description. All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication. Everyone is responsible for promoting inclusion no matter their role or team. At Kings, we want to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and welcomed. To undertake any other relevant duties, as may be required by the Chief Pharmacist. Nothing omitted or written here shall absolve the pharmacist from at all times ensuring that correct, professional techniques, ethics, attitudes and procedures are maintained by the staff for whom he/she is responsible.
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Occupational Therapist - Intermediate Care
NHS Jobs - Ilford
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
PermanentFull time
The main responsibilities of the post are: 1. Use a range of skills and experience gained in clinical practice to complete comprehensive, clinically reasoned assessments to devise person specific treatment plans enabling patients within productivity, self-care and leisure. 2. Use excellent communication skills to be an effective team member 3. Monitor, evaluate and modify treatment for patients with multiple in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of effectiveness of treatment. Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application. Interviewer information pack We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Please apply as soon as possible as some posts close early to limit the number of applications. Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex. Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff). High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,714 to a maximum of £5,941 p.a. pro rata for part time). Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.
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Enhanced Care Shift Leader
NHS Jobs - Croydon
£45,953 to £54,254 a year
PermanentFull time
Please see the attached supporting document (Job Description) which contains more information about the role. Interview date: TBC
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Named Nurse Children In Care
NHS Jobs - Tottenham
£63,665 to £70,887 a year
PermanentFull time
For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below. As a Trust we are keen to offer and encourage flexible working opportunities to address health and wellbeing and work-life balance for our employees, this will have a positive impact on the care we provide. Flexible working is part of a wider commitment to improve the quality and experience of working life and we recognise that it is a key contributor for the recruitment and retention of our employees. We therefore support and encourage open conversations around a specific working pattern to suit your work-life balance or a multi-role career, if it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen. Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership between the line manager and employee in order to ensure equality of access to flexible working, as far as practicable, regardless of role, shift pattern, team or pay, based on: patient/service user and staff experience, service delivery and work-life balance of colleagues. We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients. We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients.We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
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Locum Health Care Assistant
NHS Jobs - Sutton
from £15 an hour
TemporaryFull time
Deliver NHS Health Checks to eligible patients in line with the NHS health check programme Undertake face to face assessments, including: o Height, weight, BMI and waist circumference o Blood pressure measurement o Lifestyle assessment (smoking, alcohol, physical activity, diet, QRISK,QDiabetes) o Blood test (e.g. cholesterol, HbA1c) Complete follow up telephone appointments Accurately record all activity on the clinical system EMIS Calculate and explain CVD risk scores in a clear and supportive way Provide brief advice and signposting to lifestyle services Escalate or refer patients appropriately in line with PCN protocols Ensure informed consent, confidentiality, and data quality standards are met Work across multiple practices as required by the PCN Adhere to infection prevention, safeguarding, and information governance requirements Deliver bloods to hospital at the end of each clinic. Participate in Health care assistant meetings to support the development. Identify abnormal results (e.g. raised blood pressure, cholesterol, HbA1c) and escalate appropriately in line with local protocols.
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Senior Care Assistant Nights
Excelcare Holdings
£12.60 to £13.60 an hour
PermanentFull time
As a Senior Care Assistant at our Peartree Care Home in Sydenham, London, you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day. Excelcare is a family-owned Care Home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the ‘family’ and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect: £12.00 per hour to £13.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications Part time and full time vacancies available Night shifts from 8pm - 8am, Monday - Sunday. You must be able to work alternate weekends About the role: As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be working alongside and mentoring a team of Care Assistants to ensure that outstanding care is delivered at all times. You would be reporting to the Home Manager and work directly with the ancillary teams and other Senior Care Assistants and registered nurses within the home. You will be engaging in meaningful activities with the people living in our care home as well as always promoting independence, choice, dignity, and respect Your involvement with creating person-centred care plans and risk assessments will be key to the successful delivery of outstanding care and regular updates an reviews will be required What we are looking for from you: Two years’ experience as a Care Assistant or Senior Care Assistant with an NVQ 2/3 qualification in Health and Social Care OR three years’ experience without an NVQ Experience in a nursing or care home OR as a home care worker Understanding of regulatory frameworks – Care Quality Commission (CQC) Knowledge and practice of working with people suffering with dementia is desirable Previous experience prompting/administering medication using an electronic e-MAR system would be desirable – full training and support will be provided. You will be an enthusiastic, inspiring, and caring individual - passionate about what we do What we offer in return for your hard work: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Free on-site parking* Enhanced bank holiday pay Annual salary review Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer* DBS certificate paid by Excelcare* Comprehensive induction programme Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required) Paid uniform Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution Team appreciation week *Terms and Conditions apply If you are interested in the position, please apply online today – we look forward to hearing from you.
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Senior Care Assistant - Nights
Hamberley Care Homes - Enfield, London
£15.14 to £15.14 an hour
PermanentFull time
Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’ and we're recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant to help us achieve our goals. At Brookwater House, our Senior Care Assistants are called Homemaker Leads. More than support workers, care assistants or healthcare assistants – they are carers and companions all in one. They have the time to get to know our residents and are trusted to give each person the care they need, in the way they like. Joining us at Brookwater House, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. Working Pattern: 12 hour shifts and working alternative weekends on a rota basis. We offer our colleagues - A competitive salary and benefits package - 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays - Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care. - Workplace pension for your future security - A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do - Excellent training and career development opportunities - Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services - Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings - Free on-site parking - Rewarding connections - Refer a Friend bonus — earn up to £750 per successful referral because great people know great people. Be different – be a Homemaker Lead At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’. And at the heart of this model are our Homemakers Leads – Senior care assistants with a difference. A Homemaker is a unique caring role for a unique person, where you can care with a difference. - A varied role where no two days are the same. we care for individual people in the way a family member might care for someone in their home. We don’t do timetabled task-based care – we care for each individual in the way that works best for them. Whether that’s administering medication, helping make someone’s bed, arranging a family meal with their loved ones or taking them to the beauty salon, you’ll always be doing something different. Our Homemakers focus on the tiny details that make our residents unique, and tailor care to each and every individual. - A chance to make a real difference to our residents’ lives. Often healthcare assistants, care assistants and domiciliary care assistants find they don’t get to spend enough time with the people they care for to make a real difference. Not at Hamberley. As a Homemaker you have fewer people to care for, but you spend more time with them. It’s a more satisfying and fulfilling role that is better for our residents. That’s why the model has won awards. - Supportive team environment. Being kind and supportive to each other is key to our ability to show kindness and companionship to our residents. We truly believe this across all parts of our organisation. It’s just one of the reasons that, when people join us, they stay with us. Could you be part of our team? You may have experience as a senior healthcare assistant, healthcare assistant, care assistant, carer, home care assistant or domiciliary care assistant and are looking for a different approach, a nicer work environment and a more satisfying role. We are looking for applicants with: - A strong background in a care working in a similar environment. - Training experience or qualification. - Educated to NVQ Level 3 (desirable). If this sounds like you and you’re looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you’re interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About Brookwater House Brookwater House is a luxurious care home in Enfield, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house – where we screen classic films – to the on-site luxury spa – offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies – everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of something special. Be part of Hamberley.
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Care Home Chef - Bank
Hamberley Care Homes - Enfield, London
£15.73 to £15.73 an hour
PermanentFull time
Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’. We're seeking a Sous Chef to help us achieve our goals. As our chef, you’ll play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. Ensuring every dish is made with love, supporting the health and happiness of those we care for. Joining us at Brookwater House, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. We offer our colleagues: - Competitive salary and benefits package - 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) - Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating - Workplace pension - A supportive and collaborative working environment - Opportunities for professional development and training - Access to high street discounts via our mobile friendly HapiApp benefits platform - Free onsite parking available - Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral - t&cs apply* - Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services What you'll be doing - You'll be supporting the head chef in the planning and provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents. - Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements. - Cater to individual preferences and specific medical needs, such as allergies or soft diets. - Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen. - Collaborate with the care team to ensure meal times are enjoyable and fulfilling. - To deputise for head chef during periods of absence and maintain high quality food offer at all times Could you be part of our team? About You: - Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or similar environment. - Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices - Committed to customer care and first-class service provision - A recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least to NVQ level 2 - Basic certificate in Food hygiene. - Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations - Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents - Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment If this sounds like you and you’re looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Join us at Enfield's most stunning care home Brookwater House is a luxurious care home in Enfield, London, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house – where we screen classic films – to the on-site luxury spa – offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies – everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!
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Registered Manager - Domiciliary Care
Charles Hunter Associates Ltd - Orpington, London
£40,000 to £45,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Location: Orpington Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum + Bonus Are you an experienced Registered Manager within domiciliary care looking for your next opportunity? We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead a domiciliary care service in Orpington. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate care professional with strong leadership experience who is committed to delivering exceptional, person-centred care while supporting the continued development and growth of the service. The Role As Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the domiciliary care service. You will lead and motivate your team, ensure high standards of care are consistently maintained and ensure the service operates in line with all relevant CQC and regulatory requirements. Duties and Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day operations of the domiciliary care service. Provide effective leadership, support and direction to the care team. Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality and person-centred care. Maintain compliance with CQC regulations and all relevant legislation. Prepare for CQC inspections and maintain strong quality and compliance standards. Recruit, train, develop and retain high-quality care staff. Conduct staff supervisions, appraisals and performance reviews. Manage staff rotas and ensure safe and effective staffing levels. Oversee care plans and ensure risk assessments are completed and regularly reviewed. Carry out regular quality assurance audits and spot checks. Manage safeguarding concerns, incidents, complaints and investigations. Build strong relationships with service users, families and external professionals. Ensure excellent communication across the service. Monitor service performance and identify areas for improvement. Support the growth and development of the service. Work towards operational and financial targets. Promote a positive, supportive and professional team culture. Candidate Requirements To be considered for this position, you will need: Previous experience as a Registered Manager within domiciliary care. A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, or equivalent. Strong knowledge and understanding of CQC regulations and compliance requirements. Experience managing and developing a care team. Experience with recruitment, supervision and performance management. A strong understanding of safeguarding and risk management. Experience completing audits and driving continuous quality improvement. Excellent leadership and communication skills. Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities. A proactive and hands-on approach to management. The ability to build strong relationships with staff, service users, families and external professionals. A genuine passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Commercial awareness and an interest in supporting service growth. Salary and Benefits Salary of up to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience. Performance-related bonus. Opportunity to lead and develop an established domiciliary care service. Ongoing training and professional development. Supportive management structure. Excellent opportunities for career progression. If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking for your next leadership opportunity within domiciliary care, we would love to hear from you.
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Complex Needs Support Worker
Totem Care Ltd - Bromley, Kent
from £13.01 an hour
On-sitePermanentFull time
Tanglewood is a home for six adults with Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs, i.e. Epilepsy, Physical disabilities, Percutaneous Enteral Gastric Feed (PEG), Mental Health, Some Forms of Challenging Behaviour etc. Our residents enjoy a varied and enriched live that includes, full access to community activities, including going to college and day centres. What does the role involve? Your role will be key to promoting the physical and emotional well-being of our residents in all aspects of their lives. As a valued member of our team, you will be involved in: Providing physical and mental stimulation for residents by taking part in social and recreational activities, on a one-to-one and group basis. Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene and dressing. Assisting with mealtimes. Ensuring residents' independence, dignity, and respect, by delivering the very best person-centred care. Helping to maintain accurate records. Undertaking regular ongoing training.
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