Job summary
The Older Persons Rapid Assessment Unit is a purpose built Frailty village which address the needs of frail older people within East Lancashire. The unit has nine assessment areas, nineteen in -patient beds for patients not expected to be in hospital longer than 72 hours; and a further nineteen beds for patients admitted requiring a longer stay. The purpose of the unit is to ensure that all patients are comprehensively assessed and treated prior to being discharged home whenever possible. Assessments are completed using the full MDT approach, allowing for the delivery of holistic care and an individualised discharge plan incorporating partner agencies if needed
Main duties of the job
The unit can actively support the development of newly qualified staff, as well as those looking for a change of area in order to further increase individual knowledge and skill base
The Medicine for Older People Directorate have recently appointed a Practice Educator who is keen to promote learning and development; this would be an ideal time to join the team as peer support and learning opportunities are readily available.
About us
At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personaland effective care. We currently provide high quality servicesand treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashireand the surrounding area. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renownedand have won awards for their work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The OPRA unit is looking to recruit enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated band 5 staff; those who share, and will actively promote the core values of the Trust, and wish to develop their knowledge and skills in the exciting area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The OPRA unit is looking to recruit enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated band 5 staff; those who share, and will actively promote the core values of the Trust, and wish to develop their knowledge and skills in the exciting area.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered 1st Level or equivalent as verified by NMC
Desirable
- To have knowledge of current research applicable to the post's specialist area.
Special Aptitudes
Essential
- Able to take on board new ideas, skills and knowledge.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Able to manage the care for a group of people and prioritise workload with minimal supervision
- Be proficient at calculating drug dose
- Able to write basic reports
- Able to train less qualified carers/learners
- Moving and handling, customer awareness, computer/keyboard skills
Desirable
- Able to present reasoned discussion
- Evidence of continuous development
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Be able to work in a team
- Be supportive of team members
- Able to communicate effectively to patients, visitors and colleagues
- Able to reflect on one's own work
- Have effective interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Be able to work with minimal supervision within the job description
Circumstances
Essential
- Be able to fulfill; various shift patterns on the ward, inc. nights
- Proven ability to keep information confidential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered 1st Level or equivalent as verified by NMC
Desirable
- To have knowledge of current research applicable to the post's specialist area.
Special Aptitudes
Essential
- Able to take on board new ideas, skills and knowledge.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Able to manage the care for a group of people and prioritise workload with minimal supervision
- Be proficient at calculating drug dose
- Able to write basic reports
- Able to train less qualified carers/learners
- Moving and handling, customer awareness, computer/keyboard skills
Desirable
- Able to present reasoned discussion
- Evidence of continuous development
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Be able to work in a team
- Be supportive of team members
- Able to communicate effectively to patients, visitors and colleagues
- Able to reflect on one's own work
- Have effective interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Be able to work with minimal supervision within the job description
Circumstances
Essential
- Be able to fulfill; various shift patterns on the ward, inc. nights
- Proven ability to keep information confidential
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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).
