Paediatric Senior Staff Nurse-Mercury Ward
NHS Jobs - London
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
PermanentFull time
Clinical Lead on assessing planning and implementing high quality care, and evaluating care options for patients in the clinical area, in line with the Trust values and objectives. Lead on complex clinical care for patients within their area. Ensure the safe custody, maintenance and administration of medication, in accordance with established Trust policy. Promote and maintain a safe therapeutic environment for patients, their families and staff, according to national and local Infection Control guidelines, Health & Safety legislation and Trust policies and objectives. Coordinate discharges and transfers, promoting timely and safe processes for them. Ensure that patient flow and the management of chairs/beds is effective and safe. Ensure the delivery of high quality end of life care in line with national pathways through the provision of holistic palliative and terminal care. Provide sound evidence based clinical advice as required to staff and patients. Maintain a good understanding and implementation of clinical escalation procedures as required. Professional Maintain professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with Trust values. Contribute to a high quality safe working environment in which patients receive a high standard of care. Participate in the setting of standards for nursing practice and for care involving the multi-disciplinary team. Practice in accordance with, and aware of his/her responsibilities under, the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and other appropriate NMC guidelines. Understand and practice in accordance with Trust and Unit policies and procedures, and ensure they are understood and practiced by staff. Maintain a safe working environment recognising the health and safety requirements of patients, visitors and staff. Ensure all strategies, policies and protocols relating to infection control are implemented and monitored and that appropriate and timely action is taken in response to ensuring the prevention of control of infection. Education and Development Participate in the education of all learners within their area. Actively support and assist in preceptorship and in pre-registration student support, supervision and guidance including mentorship where appropriate. Identify and respond to learning needs for area. Develop and deliver or organise local training sessions, mindful of the Trust values. Facilitate others in the development of informal teaching skills. Participate in the annual training needs analysis for their area. Participate in any local or related research projects, clinical trials etc. Apply and encourage others to utilise evidence based practice and relevant research findings in practice. Management and leadership Manage the day to day staffing arrangements and rotas, to ensure safe levels of practice. Be a shift coordinator on a regular basis where appropriate. Ensure staff adhere to Trust protocols of care, eg Infection Control. Take continuing responsibility for the Ward / Department in absence of manager. Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.
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Assistant Divisional PA
NHS Jobs - London
£34,186 to £37,389 a year
PermanentFull time
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* * UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
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Electronic Health Records (EHR) System Analyst / Designer
NHS Jobs - London
£58,133 to £65,261 a year
PermanentFull time
For the full Person Specification & more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Post holders will need to spend at minimum one day on site per fortnight, depending on business need. This post would therefore be suitable for staff who are looking for hybrid opportunities Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* * UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working
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Deputy Senior Staff Nurse
NHS Jobs - London
£47,951 to £56,863 a year
PermanentFull time
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. The Deputy Senior Staff Nurse will actively contribute to quality improvement initiatives, clinical governance, audit programmes, patient safety activities, research, and service development projects aimed at enhancing outcomes for neurosurgical patients. They will work collaboratively with neurosurgeons, specialist nurses, allied health professionals, and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, holistic care throughout the patient pathway.This role requires advanced clinical knowledge in neurosurgical nursing, strong leadership and organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality care while supporting the strategic and operational objectives of the Trust. Clinical Leadership and Patient Care Provide expert clinical nursing care to patients with neurosurgical and neurological conditions, ensuring care is safe, effective, evidence-based, and patient-centred. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualised programmes of care, making adjustments as required to meet changing patient needs. Act as a clinical role model, demonstrating excellence in professional practice and promoting high standards of care. Coordinate the management of patients throughout their neurosurgical pathway, including admission, treatment, recovery, rehabilitation, and discharge. Recognise and respond appropriately to deteriorating patients, ensuring timely escalation and intervention. Ensure that all prescribed treatments, investigations, and interventions are delivered safely and effectively. Promote patient advocacy, shared decision-making, and respect for patients' dignity, privacy, beliefs, and individual preferences. Ward Management and Operational Leadership Deputise for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse and assume responsibility for the operational management of the ward in their absence. Lead and coordinate clinical shifts, ensuring the safe and effective running of the ward at all times. Manage patient flow, admissions, transfers, and discharges to support efficient bed utilisation and service delivery. Monitor patient acuity, staffing levels, and skill mix, taking appropriate action to maintain safe staffing and quality care. Support the effective management of resources, equipment, and supplies to ensure efficient ward operations. Escalate operational, staffing, and patient safety concerns appropriately and in a timely manner. Staff Leadership and Development Provide leadership, support, and supervision to registered nurses, nursing associates, healthcare support workers, and students. Act as a mentor, preceptor, practice supervisor, and assessor as required. Support staff development through clinical teaching, coaching, constructive feedback, and performance management. Contribute to recruitment, induction, appraisal, and retention initiatives within the ward. Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive team culture that promotes staff wellbeing and professional development. Encourage reflective practice and continuous learning within the clinical team. Communication and Collaborative Working Develop and maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, carers, and members of the multidisciplinary team. Communicate complex, sensitive, and potentially distressing information in a professional and compassionate manner. Collaborate closely with neurosurgeons, specialist nurses, therapists, site teams, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care delivery. Maintain accurate, clear, and contemporaneous patient records in accordance with NMC standards and Trust policies. Promote effective handovers and communication processes to ensure continuity of care. Quality Improvement and Clinical Governance Support the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards, policies, procedures, and care pathways. Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement projects, patient safety initiatives, and service development programmes. Contribute to the investigation and management of incidents, complaints, risks, and safeguarding concerns. Promote evidence-based practice and support the implementation of research findings into clinical care. Monitor nursing standards and contribute to action plans that improve patient outcomes and patient experience. Support the achievement of local, divisional, and Trust quality objectives. Health, Safety, and Risk Management Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards and Trust policies. Maintain oversight of medicines management and ensure safe administration, storage, and recording of medications. Identify, assess, and manage clinical risks, taking appropriate action to minimise harm. Encourage a culture of learning and openness through effective incident reporting and risk management processes. Education, Research, and Professional Development Maintain professional registration and clinical competence in accordance with NMC requirements. Participate in mandatory training, annual appraisal, and continuing professional development activities. Support nursing students and learners in achieving educational objectives and competencies. Promote clinical excellence through education, research participation, and evidence-based practice. Contribute to innovation and service improvement initiatives that enhance neurosurgical patient care. General Responsibilities Act in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust values at all times. Maintain confidentiality and comply with Data Protection and Information Governance requirements. Uphold equality, diversity, and inclusion principles in all aspects of patient care and staff management. Ensure efficient and responsible use of Trust resources. Support the Trust's response to major incidents, service pressures, and emergency situations as required. Undertake any additional duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post. The Deputy Senior Staff Nurse is expected to act as a visible clinical leader, ensuring the delivery of exceptional neurosurgical care while supporting staff development, operational effectiveness, patient safety, and continuous service improvement. Bernard Sunley is a 28 bedded acute Neurosurgical ward. It is a fast paced and dynamic working environment with ample development opportunities. It is an exciting time to be involved with an expanding team and develop services while supporting and working closely with all members of the multi-disciplinary team The successful applicant must be highly motivated, had at least 1-2 years experience of senior role, taking in-charge, working alongside with bed manager regarding staffing and patient flow, enthusiastic, an outstanding communicator, can demonstrate first-rate organisational and multitasking skills and the ability to prioritise effectively and efficiently in an acute work environment. The successful applicant will demonstrate an ability to support, train, and educate others, work well autonomously and as a team member. The successful candidate should always practise the Trust values and seek to work alongside nursing colleagues to deliver a high standard of individualised care. Support of the Trust direction on inclusivity and diversity within all areas of the role and service will also be integral to the role. It is a highly rewarding role, whereby you will have the chance to enhance your skills and career with support of the organisation, in a developing area of a high profile and successful NHS trust.
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Senior Clinical Fellow in Neonatal Medicine (ST6+equivalent)
NHS Jobs - London
from £67,325 a year
ContractFull time
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. This role provides substantial senior level clinical experience and is designed to support progression towards consultant practice. Senior residents will develop advanced skills in clinical leadership, decision making and service management while working closely with consultants and the wider multi-disciplinary team. during shift work, the post holder will undertake responsibilities consistent with acting as the senior clinical decision maker and chief doctor on the shift, ensuring safe, effective and coordinated patient care while supporting junior staff and collaborating closely with the MDT. This position provides excellent preparation for future senior leadership roles within neonatal medicine. All candidates must be eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise For further information or to arrange to visit the department please contact: Dr Reena Bhatt, unit college tutor for NICU, and Dr Christina Kortsalioudaki, workforce lead for NICU on 020 3447 8094. To apply: PLEASE APPLY VIA NHS JOBS. We would welcome applications from both UK and overseas candidates who are completing training in Neonatal Medicine. We are able to offer Microsoft Teams interviews if required. We are able to offer flexible working in line with UCLH policy. Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* * UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
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Assertive Outreach Nurse
NHS Jobs - Barnet
£38,114.53 to £44,469.24 a year
PermanentFull time
Your role includes: Using your nursing skills/knowledge to carry out physical and psycho-social assessments for the homeless population. Providing clinical / therapeutic treatments based on best possible evidence that will improve health outcomes for the homeless population. Provide screening for blood borne viruses (BBV), through dry blood spot testing. Working within and consolidating integrated care and treatment pathways for individuals infected with BBV/s (Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and/or HIV). Provide Hepatitis A and or B vaccinations when indicated. Working in partnership with other community teams/voluntary organisations to ensure the seamless delivery of care to the homeless population. Acting as an advocate for people experiencing homelessness, supporting the individuals own choices regarding their care whilst promoting independence and self-care. To contribute to CGL Naloxone Strategy by training staff and individuals in the use of naloxone. Offer wound care assessment and basic wound dressing to individuals who use our services. Organise signposting to other services as required and ensure clear pathways into other treatment arenas as appropriate. We want to support you to recognise and achieve your goals: We hold regular national nurse and HCA forums, and you will have regular 1:1s and appraisals We actively support our nurses with revalidation with protected continuing professional development time, which totals up to 6 days per year. We also have a wide range of educational opportunities including free access to the RCNi learning platform and we pay for your NMC fee We offer you the opportunity to use the government backed Apprenticeship Levy fund to develop nursing practice in line with your specific role All our team members are encouraged to take a wellbeing hour every week and access personal well -being resources Our nursing pay is competitive with the NHS Agenda for Change pay bands. What we will give to you: 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years service Capped at 30 days Paid Wellness hour each week along with a Wellness hub and Employee Assist Programme Contributory pension scheme Annual reimbursement of your NMC fee Dedicated and protected professional development time Access to excellent training programmes including the RCNi learning platform A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. A friendly and supportive team Training, career development & progression opportunities Protected monthly CPD Refer a friend scheme Our nursing pay is competitive with the NHS Agenda for Change pay bands.
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Dual Diagnosis Nurse
NHS Jobs - Barnet
£38,114.53 to £44,469.24 a year
ContractFull time
Role-specific responsibilities Provide bespoke interventions for identified service users, with the aim of engaging people in the most appropriate service for their needs, reducing re-presentations and bringing about positive client outcomes. Support the development of joint working protocols with mental health services and substance misuse services (including Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs), Improving Access to Psychological Therapies services). Review service users presenting to services and undertake specialist mental health assessments as required. Identify the training and support needs of colleagues working with this group of service users and deliver training or provide support as appropriate. Identify any gaps in dual diagnosis provision and provide examples of good practice to inform future pathway and service design. Improve communication and referral pathways between substance misuse and mental health teams and other services involved in the care and treatment of people with dual diagnosis. Provide a case management role for identified dual diagnosis service users as appropriate. Clinical Practice Undertake physical and mental health assessments for people who access our services when indicated by clinical need and ensure appropriate sign posting/referral to primary care or appropriate secondary health care services for identified health issues. Undertake assessments for all alcohol individuals who use our services as indicated in the Change Grow Live Alcohol Policy and Procedure, using the outcome to determine safe detoxification as required. Assist in the titration process for opioid individuals who use our services as required by service need to ensure the service user achieves an optimum dose of opioid substitution therapy (OST). This process is supported by good communication to other team members, including community pharmacists. Provide education, health promotion and screening for blood borne viruses (BBV). Provide Hepatitis A and or B vaccinations when indicated. Work within and consolidate integrated care and treatment pathways for individuals who are identified as being infected with BBVs (Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and/or HIV). Undertake community alcohol detoxification either at the service or at the service users home. Support opioid detoxification in the community. Undertake phlebotomy, as required, ensuring adherence to identified pathways for blood sample labelling, collection, obtaining results and signposting. Use blood results to support the assessment of the current health status of individuals who use our services, the need for specialist medical referral and the suitability for community detoxification. Where indicated, refer for specialist inpatient services (including detoxification) and liaise with hospital and inpatient unit staff. Contribute to Change Grow Lives Naloxone Strategy by training staff and individuals who use our services in the use of naloxone. Ensuring naloxone is distributed to individuals who use our services at every opportunity. Offer wound care assessment and basic wound dressing to individuals who use our services. Organise signposting to other services as required and ensure clear pathways into other treatment arenas as appropriate. Have a demonstrable ability to manage emergency situations by being proficient in basic life support, defibrillation and managing a medical emergency e.g., anaphylaxis and overdose until the ambulance arrives. Understand and adhere to the legislation surrounding the use of patient group directions (PGDs). Utilise psychosocial intervention in both one-to-one and group settings to promote engagement in treatment services and ownership of recovery planning. Person Specification Experience of working in substance misuse and/or mental health settings. Experience of working with people with co-morbid mental health and substance misuse problems. Experience of managing a caseload of clients with complex needs. Knowledge of and skills in appropriate therapeutic interventions for working with people with dual diagnosis. Knowledge of current mental health, substance misuse and dual diagnosis policy, guidance, and legislation. Qualification in Mental Health Treatment. Relevant registered qualification in Mental Health. Communication Develop therapeutic alliances with individuals who use our services and develop effective partnerships with them to support their individual recovery journeys, offering health promotion and harm reduction advice. Ensure that there is good communication of treatments offered, treatment progress and outcome of any investigations to other healthcare agencies, including GPs. Maintain a current knowledge of appropriate interventions. Ensure that all revalidation requirements are being met and communicated to line manager. Develop and provide health education, regarding problematic alcohol and drug use and alcohol and drug detoxification. Attend meetings appropriate to the development and maintenance of the role in agreement with and under the direction of the Lead/Cluster Lead Nurse. Delivering a Quality Service The post-holder will contribute to the service to ensure that people who use substances consistently receive high quality services that adhere to the best practice guidelines and to the highest professional standards. Ensure that procedures are constantly reviewed to promote best practice and evidenced based practice in accordance with UK Guidelines on Clinical Management, NICE guidance, and Change Grow Live clinical protocols and procedures. Leadership Provide clinical leadership within the service, including providing support, coaching, and teaching to staff working at the service around harm reduction including BBVS and health promotion. Dependent on service structure will provide line management/supervision to named health care assistants, student nurse placements and or volunteers working with the nursing team. Team Working To take part in assessing the suitability for transfer of clients to shared care services within the community. To work with others to ensure individuals who use our services have timely access to safe and effective prescribing for community detoxification from substances, across operational sites. Contribute to the overall performance of the service to ensure that contractual output targets are achieved. Working with colleagues in the service to design and deliver a community opioid and alcohol detoxification plan utilising a care co-ordinated approach to service user care. Risk Management Provide harm reduction advice to injecting individuals who use our services, providing information and equipment and ensure all equipment is disposed of safely. Undertake risk assessments and contribute to risk management plans for individuals who use our services engaged in the service. Utilise appropriate prevention techniques to reduce substance misuse related harm and to aid in the prevention of multiple physical harms caused by drugs and alcohol. Managing Information Record and input client data and information in order that the service operates within contractual, administrative, and financial requirements. Ensure that all data requirements in relation to individuals who use our services are met within defined deadlines. The above is an outline of the post holders duties and responsibilities. It is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time to meet the changing needs of Change Grow Live. Staff will need to work flexibly across operational sites as required and to work flexibly within an agreed number of hours to maintain the most appropriate level of service provision. This role may involve evening, weekend, and bank holiday working. The above is an outline of the post holders duties and responsibilities. It is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time in order to meet the changing needs of CGL. You'll be based at one of our West Sussex delivery hubs, with the flexibility to work across all service locations to meet the needs of the people and communities we support. Regular travel across West Sussex is an essential part of the role.
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Rotational Specialist Speech & Language Therapist
NHS Jobs - London
£47,951 to £56,863 a year
PermanentFull time
The attached job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page. The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
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Practice Manager
NHS Jobs - Hounslow
Negotiable
PermanentFull time
Regular practice manager duties. Roles & responsibilities will be aligned to applicants experience & strengths with training directed to build those.
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Tissue Viability Nurse
NHS Jobs - London
£36,943 to £44,900 a year
PermanentFull time
Provide specialist tissue viability advice and support to patients across a range of community and inpatient settings, including clinics, health centres, patients' homes, nursing homes, mental health wards, and local hospitals. Undertake holistic assessments of patients with complex wound care and tissue viability needs, identifying risks and developing person-centred care plans under the guidance of the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). Plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based care programmes to support wound healing, prevention, and skin integrity, prevention & management of leg ulcer and pressure ulcers. Empower patients and carers through education, health promotion, and shared decision-making to encourage independence and self-management. Support and advise community, district, practice, and ward-based nursing teams in implementing tissue viability guidelines and improving clinical practice. Act as a clinical resource and advocate for patients, applying professional, ethical, and legal principles to deliver high-quality care. Liaise effectively with multidisciplinary teams, secondary care providers, social care services, residential and nursing homes, and other agencies to ensure seamless patient care. Contribute to pressure ulcer prevention strategies, wound care audits, product evaluations, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical governance activities. Promote evidence-based practice by participating in research, audit, dissemination of findings, and implementation of service improvements. Support the delivery of education, training, and competency development for healthcare professionals across the Trust. .Maintain professional accountability, NMC registration requirements, continuous professional development, and clinical supervision. Promote cost-effective use of resources and adherence to the Trust wound care formulary and procurement processes. Support the Tissue Viability Team in delivering safe, effective, patient-centred care that improves healing outcomes and enhances patient experience .
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