Practice Nurse
NHS Jobs - Stockton-on-Tees
from £50,526 a year
PermanentFull time
The role will involve frequent travel around the Practices two base sites of Ingleby Barwick and Thornaby. Summary -The Practice Nurse will work as part of the primary healthcare team providing Personal Medical Services to the patients of Practice. Confidentiality -Of the utmost importance and must be observed at all times both inside and outside the working environment. CLINICAL TASKS AND FUNCTIONS Clinical responsibilities Home visits to patients homes to conduct CDM and care management. Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by the GPs. Wound care/ulcer care/Doppler. Removal of sutures. Providing health promotion programmes by providing a holistic assessment and lifestyle advice on diet, smoking, alcohol intake and exercise. Assessing problems presented opportunistically by patients, dealing with minor illness. COPD/Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry. Diabetes/CHD Management. Hypertension Management. Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs. Able to recognize and manage anaphylaxis according to current UK guidelines. Able to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation according to current UK guidelines. Ensure infection control guidelines are maintained. Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate. Ensures awareness of statutory and local clinical protection procedures, including systems of referral. Ability to recognise signs and symptoms of child abuse. Cytology. Offer advice about childhood and adult vaccinations and ensure vaccines are administered under patient group directions. Offer a holistic approach to travel health by providing comprehensive advice to patients prior to travel including; vaccinations and medicines, safe sex, food hygiene, sun protection. Other tasks will include Chaperoning and assisting patients who are being examined by another clinician. Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms. Participation in administrative systems in the Practice. Able to document consultations according to NMC guidelines. Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required. Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post. Other responsibilities with the Practice Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety, supporting annual Quality and Outcomes Framework - QOF Assessment of the Practice. A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice. Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation. Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records. Attending training, internal meetings and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate. Meet all tight timescales/deadlines to ensure that the Practice meets quality standards and receives the designated funding - Quarterly Enhanced Services returns, annual QOF audit etc. 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 outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to 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. 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 - 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 - Acting in a way that recognises 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. Personal/Professional Development In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements are met, the post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include - Participation in an annual individual performance review, annual GP Appraisal 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. Quality The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will - Alert other team members to issues of Clinical Governance issues, quality and risk; participate in Significant Event Analysis reviews. 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 and also contribute to the overall team-working of the Practice putting the needs of the Practice first. Communication The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to - Communicate effectively with other team members. Communicate effectively with patients and carers. Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly. Contribution to the planning and 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. Work with the Partners and Management Team to achieve standards of quality, performance standards, budgets and targets without compromising levels of patient healthcare. Contribute towards the development and implementation of new standards, policies and procedures that are/will be required of GP Practices now and in the future. This Job Description is not comprehensive and the post holder will be expected to undertake any duties delegated by the Business Development Practice Manager or Partners that are commensurate with their grade.
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Bank CES Administration Assistant - Scunthorpe
NHS Jobs - Scunthorpe
from £25,272 a year
ContractFull 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. To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at https://join.humberhealthpartnership.nhs.uk/ In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Recruitment & Workforce team will use and hold your personal data for the intended purpose and in line with the Recruitment & Workforce Privacy Statement. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.
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Housekeeping Assistant - 30 hours
NHS Jobs - Greater London
from £14.40 an hour
PermanentFull time
Our multi-award-winning organisation is looking to recruit a Housekeeping Assistant to join our Hospitality team. This role may include some weekend working. The role of Housekeeping Assistant will involve the delivery of Hospitality Services within our Campus, Care Homes, and Community Centres to excellent standards. This role is to work 30 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 days, including some weekends. 8.30am - 2.30pm What you will be doing You will have a key role ensuring we deliver an excellent service to our service users, creating an inviting and pleasant environment. You will: Deliver housekeeping activities to the highest standard, ensuring that cleanliness levels are maintained across Jewish Care Ensure safe and hygienic working practices are delivered Support the wider hospitality teams with events and festivals. Provide support with laundry duties, including distribution, washing, ironing, and preparation. Ensure Infection Control procedures are followed Inspect, monitor, record, and report, products, appliances, and consumables that are required Ensuring general waste, both clinical and recycling, is disposed of in accordance with the Waste Disposal Policy. Reporting any hazards or maintenance issues to the Housekeeping Supervisor. Who are we looking for? Previous experience working within a housekeeping environment, working both independently and within a team. COSHH training and Current Accredited Infection Control Certificate or willingness to be trained Cleaning experience in similar environment with a commitment to achieving high standards of cleanliness and hygiene Understanding of the challenges and sensitivity required to support vulnerable people
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Medical Receptionist
NHS Jobs - Glastonbury
from £13 an hour
PermanentFull time
Main Duties & Responsibilities Reception desk - greet patients and respond to all enquiries Patient Contact - respond to patient requests via telephone, online and in person Appointment management - book patient appointments in accordance with surgery protocols Management of medical records Preparation of consulting rooms Administration of forms and documentation Computer Systems - use electronic systems to support with the communication and management of patient requests and medical records Confidentiality - maintain strict confidentiality at all times in line with GDPR and Surgery policies. All responsibilities are shared across the team on a daily rota basis.
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Speech & Language Therapist
NHS Jobs - London
£38,488 to £46,852 a year
ContractFull time
The full 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 below.
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District Nurse-Caseload Holder
NHS Jobs - Bedford
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
PermanentFull time
For further information, or if you would like to arrange a visit prior to interview, please contact Melanie Harris- 07773205181
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Patient Pathway Coordinator
NHS Jobs - London
£33,262 to £36,027 a year
ContractFull time
1. Work with the Service Manager/Delivery Manager or Senior Patient CareCoordinator (line manager) to ensure that administrative processes for the patientpathway meets the quality standards required both nationally and within thedirectorate and are adhered to.2. Implement the Trusts digital dictation/voice recognition system for the service area. Ensure that all incoming and outgoing communication, including urgent matters, are dealtwith efficiently (including vetting correspondence and ensuring that appropriate action istaken before passing on).3. Implement improvements to the administrative element of the pathway. Alsoproactively identifying emerging issues that may cause delays at any point in patientpathways and make suggestions to improve administration or any other aspect ofthe total pathway.4. Ensure administration SOPs are implemented and make suggestions to supportchanges in delivery service.5. Work closely with line manager and multidisciplinary team to ensure all patients withallocated slot issues (ASIs) are given appointment dates within the timespecified and within the correct clinic specification.6. Use the Trust information systems to monitor patients pathway progression,monitoring appointments and attendance using IT systems such asDMS/EPR/CRS/ EMIS. Observe legal and Trust data confidentiality, security and qualityrequirements.7. Send all referrals to Central Appointments in line with the correct departmentalprocedure.8. Input and retrieve information from the departmental and/or Trust computer systems inaccordance with departmental guidelines.9. Forward patients corrected/updated details to Central Appointments.10. Use the CRS System booking when required, including moving and creating newslots for patients.11. Maintain a regular forward look of upcoming clinics, ensuring all diagnostics arepresent and correct, and under or over-booking issues are proactively dealt with.12. Assist in RTT validations, ensuring to identify and escalate issues affecting a patientspathway and work to ensure RTT compliance is met.13. Supply clinicians and others with information on the 18-week status of the patientswhen required.14. Assist in booking diagnostics when required15. Maintain Waiting/TCI Lists.16. When clinics are cancelled at short notice inform patients of cancellation.17. Proactively deal with all enquiries from patients, carers, GPs and other service users,ensuring where possible that the callers needs are met, or they are transferred to the mostappropriate person. Respond to all informal concerns/complaints coming into thedepartment both on the telephone and in writing and escalate where necessary.18. Keep a record of the movement of medical records passing through the administrativeoffice, and maintain the notes, and track to the appropriate department, enablingcontinuity of care.19. Maintain a central record of doctors/consultants annual leave/study days. Reportingand action any clinic/theatre cancellations and annual leave requests from your clinicalteam.20. Ensure that stationery and office equipment is used efficiently and that any specificunmet needs are brought to the attention of the line manager. Undertake stock control asappropriate.21. Collect and deliver post and occasional reception duties.22. Be aware of changes in NHS waiting time targets and associated government policy anduse this information to propose improvements.23. Organise meetings including support material, refreshments, the production anddistribution of agendas and minutes etc. Organise and provide cover for other staff withinthe pathway team and cover for colleagues as and when required regardless of the site andthe Directorate.24. Role involves cross-site as some days will be based in Newham and some days based in Shrewsbury Health CentreThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
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Medicines Management Pharmacy Technician
NHS Jobs - Leicester
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
PermanentFull time
If you like what you've read and would like more information on the duties and responsibilities of this role, please click onto “Apply for this job” and you will be re-directed to our vacancies page where you can review the job description and person specification.
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