Project name : Manchester CATS Project

Project Details : Care UK is one of the leading independent providers in the NHS primary care sector. We’re constantly looking for ways to improve our services and are about to set up a Clinical Assessment, Treatment and Support (CATS) scheme in the Manchester area. It’s a project that will have a major impact on primary care, focussing on the development of specialised services in mobile clinics to reduce waiting times across an entire region

Job Details

- Principal Duties and Responsibilities

*Clinical

To carry out and develop if required nurse lead clinics within agreed guidelines and protocols.

To assume responsibility for development, implementation and evaluation of patient care and standards.

To review the patient history of follow up attendees, undertake appropriate examination and tests, and organise treatment where necessary.

To refer patients to other health care professionals or agencies where appropriate.

To adhere to infection control policies.

To have an understanding, empathetic approach to patients, recognising that many will be worried and anxious.

To maintain accurate records at all times documenting details of tests, treatment and follow up in patient’s notes and on the department database.

To perform clinical triage on referrals received by Care UK at the patient management centre.

To promote positiv! e relationships and be an active member of the multi-professional team, liaising closely with all those providing patient care.

To acknowledge complaints and deal with them appropriately in accordance with Care UK policy.

To contribute to the monitoring of expenditure of use and resources.

To participate in research and audit projects as appropriate, in conjunction with colleagues.

*Education and training:

To be responsible for providing patients and carers with up to date information regarding their condition.

Managerial

To monitor and maintain effective and efficient standards of patient care within the Clinic.

To liaise and maintain good working relationships.

Qualifications
Desirable Qualifications : Evidence of further education

Essential Qualifications : RGN 1

Registered with NMC

Skills/Experience
Evidence of updating practice and continued professional development

Willing to undertake education/courses relevant to area of practice and service development

Essential Experience : Excellent computer skills.