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• Providing clinical leadership and direction to the care team, ensuring high-quality care delivery.
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring individualised care plans for residents.
• Conducting regular clinical assessments and reviews to evaluate resident needs and outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance with CQC standards, health and safety regulations, and company policies.
• Managing the clinical aspects of resident admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Providing clinical supervision, mentorship, and training to nursing and care staff.
• Acting as a key point of contact for residents, families, and external healthcare professionals.
• Participating in the on-call rota and responding to emergencies as required.
• Managing medication administration and ensuring safe storage and handling.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives.

• Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with a valid NMC pin.
• Significant post-registration experience in elderly care, dementia care, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a healthcare setting.
• Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills.
• Thorough understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks (e.g., CQC).
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.
• Proficiency in electronic care planning systems is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel within the service area and work flexibly as required by the hybrid model.

• Provide clinical leadership and direction to a multidisciplinary team of nurses, healthcare assistants, and support workers.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' care needs, developing and implementing personalized care plans.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care that meets all regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Oversee the management of medication, wound care, and other clinical procedures.
• Mentor, supervise, and support the clinical team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Conduct regular clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.
• Liaise with GPs, hospitals, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care pathways.
• Manage rotas and staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage and responsive care.
• Handle client and family concerns, providing empathetic support and effective resolution.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records in accordance with GDPR and CQC guidelines.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and development of the Elderly Care Services division.
• Participate in on-call duties as required.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and company policies.
• Promote a safe and supportive environment for both clients and staff.
• Identify opportunities for service enhancement and innovation in elderly care provision.

• Registered Nurse (RGN/RNLD) with a valid NMC pin.
• Significant post-registration experience in elderly care, dementia care, or complex needs.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role (e.g., Ward Sister, Team Leader, Clinical Manager).
• Excellent clinical assessment, care planning, and decision-making skills.
• Strong understanding of CQC standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in electronic record-keeping systems.
• A genuine passion for improving the lives of elderly individuals.
• Willingness to travel within the Bristol area for client visits and team meetings.
• Hold a full UK driving license.
• Further qualifications in a relevant field (e.g., Gerontology, Management) are desirable.

Air Personnel are looking for a  Critical Care Flight Nurse / Clinical Coordinator  to join their client based in Bristol.

We are currently looking for an experienced Intensive Care Nurse to join us in a full-time position (40 hours) based primarily at Bristol Airport, as a member of our fixed-wing air ambulance team. There will be an element of overnight stays abroad from time to time, with all expenses covered by the company. Proximity to the Bristol Base is a prerequisite (<60 min travel distance by own car) as well as the ability to support from our Bournemouth Base from time to time, as needed by the business.

This is an exciting opportunity that will involve coordinating the logistics of aeromedical transfers between countries, case management and bed resourcing, as well actively working as a Critical Care Flight Nurse on air ambulance missions within the UK and overseas. We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated, and experienced Critical Care Nurse that would be capable for autonomously organising all aspects of the logistics of an aeromedical transfer, then executing the transfer alongside a Doctor/Nurse/Paramedic. All necessary ‘On the Job’ Training will be provided for this position.

Due to the nature of the role, proven experience of organisation and management within a clinical setting is essential. The successful candidate would be able to demonstrate at least five years of Critical Care nursing in an acute hospital setting, consolidated with a post graduate qualification as evidence of this. Experience in the complexities of transportation of critically unwell patients by air or road would be an advantage.

Responsibilities:

Flight Medical Crew Coordination and Management

Assist the Clinical Services Manager with management and coordination of the team of nurses and paramedics employed by the company / and or subcontracted as a bank of in- flight medical crew.

Medical Operational support

Assistance with case handling as requested by the Clinical Service Manager and/or Medical Director.

Liaising with clients and providers on active cases.

Arranging the logistical (in conjunction with the operations team) and clinical details of aeromedical repatriations to the appropriate specifications of our clients and the Medical Director.

Take responsibility for operational and medical management of Commercial and Air Ambulance transfers.

Act as the initial point of contact for Flight Medical Crew on assignment, dealing with enquiries/problems and, when required, seeking advice and guidance from the Clinical Service Manager, Medical Director and/or other relevant managers.

Audit completed (closed) case files.

To track current cases, review progress and deal with or refer problems in order to safely expedite the mission.

Operate a priority ‘tagging’ system, so that urgent actions are not overlooked.

To be responsible, or to nominate a person to be responsible, during each duty period for checking the logistics/arrangements of newly organised repatriations.

Act as referral point for critical/high risk cases in terms of case management. These will be referred to as ‘Serious Cases’ and may be subdivided into three types of risk category: Clinical, Logistic (Operational) and Financial.

To record and notify all Clinical Serious Cases to the Medical Director.

To source beds and manage the bed management cases as requested by the client.

Any other reasonable tasks requested by Clinical Service Manager or Medical Director

Clinical Duties

To operate as a Flight Nurse (ICU/Level 3), ensuring safe and efficient clinical practice within their scope of practice set out by their registration body (NMC/HCPC).

To maintain Level 3 skills and competencies and ensuring currency by working at least 1 day per month in a ICU environment.

To be able to dispense under the powers of Patient Specific Directives* (see below).

To be active in the implementation of Infection Control and Decontamination procedures within the company.

Equipment Manager

To share the following responsibilities under the direction of the Clinical Services Manager:

Take responsibility/accountability for the safety and operation readiness of all medical equipment and medical materials and consumables, including oxygen cylinders

Ensure all electrical equipment has been maintained, serviced and charged as per manufacturer’s instructions

Ensure all equipment has been checked for function prior to undertaking a transfer and that spare working batteries and mains power cables are carried

Ensure all time-limited equipment and drugs are within date

Ensure all single use items are discarded after use, and that all single patient items are discarded after patient hand-over or left with the patient at the receiving facility

Ensure the safe disposal of all clinical waste

Arrange laundry, decontamination and/or sterilisation of all items that are reusable

Ensure all items of equipment are safely returned and refurbished after each mission

Procurement and Servicing of Medical Supplies

In collaboration with the Medical Director under the supervision of the Clinical Services Manager:

Procure all necessary medical hardware and disposables for the efficient and safe operation of the air ambulance in every role for which the company has the potential to respond

Order medical supplies including pharmaceutical products

Order, service, maintenance or disposal of medical equipment

Instigate a stock control and management system

Maintain a database of all medical stores including pharmaceutical products (medications and fluids)

Maintain a list of expiry dates within the stock check database

Teaching and Training

With the Medical Director, Clinical Service Manager and any other personnel who may be needed, to maintain a high standard of in-house teaching

Assist with instruction and mentorship of Flight Medical Crew members

Skills, Qualifications and Experience required:

Essential

Full and unrestricted registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council in the UK

Post graduate qualification in critical care nursing

At least 5 years of Critical Care Nursing experience in an acute hospital setting

Resuscitation training (ALS) within the past 4 years (ILS within 1 year)

Ability to think on your feet

Can-do attitude

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent medical documentation stills

Enthusiasm and commitment

Dynamic and self-motivated

Ability to work efficiently under stressful conditions

DBS clearance (enhanced)

Advantageous

Transfer course

Previous experience in transportation of critically unwell patients (by road or by air)

RCN Membership

In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you:

Competitive Group Pension Scheme

Comprehensive Life Assurance *

Comprehensive Income Protection *

Comprehensive Travel Insurance *

Comprehensive Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation) *

Free Car Parking

2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval)

Investment in Training, Qualifications and Professional Development

This is an excellent opportunity to join this company, great team, fantastic organisation and wonderful job!

Please call Michelle for further information or apply with your CV