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Our values drive everything we do Our Trust values underpin everything we do here at Mersey Care. We expect everyone who works at the Trust to embody our values. Our Mersey CARES model (see…

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Part A: Course Information: This course provides a comprehensive overview to vital signs observations (manual blood pressure, manual pulse, tympanic temperature, SPO2, respiration rate and ACVPU conscious level), use of the National Early Warning Score 2 (NEWS2) track and trigger tool and appropriate and timely escalation of a deteriorating patient using the SBARD communication tool. Practical element opportunity to enhance manual clinical skills of observations under supervision. Target Audience: It is provided for any staff member who must develop competence in the assessment and recognition of deteriorating physical health of the service user. Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of improving safety and quality of person-centred care. 2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding in the assessment, interpretation and recognition of the deteriorating patient using vital sign observations and the National Early Warning Score 2. 3. Escalate timely and appropriately in clinical practice using the SBARD Communication Tool. 4. Have Sepsis awareness. 5. Utilise scenarios and practical simulation to enhance knowledge and understanding. Refresher: Annual Link for new staff: Learning and Development Prospectus - Course Link for refresher: Learning and Development Prospectus - Course

Tracheostomy Course Information: This collaborative tracheostomy training course aims to familiarise staff with the reasons for tracheostomy and the care and management of a tracheostomy. Course delivered in conjunction with Clinical Skills Team, Specialist Head and Neck Nurse and Atos Clinical Training Team. Target Audience: Qualified Staff, District Nurses, Ward Staff Learning Outcomes: Introduction to Tracheostomy- Anatomy and Physiology • Understanding the indications for a tracheostomy • Tube types and clinical benefits • Humidification + Secretion management • One - way Valves • Daily care and management of a tracheostomy- Practical • Understanding Red flags, urgent assessment and emergency intervention • Introduction to ATOS and Nursing service • Practical Session • Q&A Refresher: as required Link: Learning and Development Prospectus - Course

Care Certificate Course Information: Mersey Care has given the commitment that identified support staff, Band 2-4, will have the opportunity to complete the Care Certificate training. The uptake of the Care Certificate will directly impact upon our patient experience and contribute to our vision of “Our vision is to lead the way in whole-person, life-long care that helps people live happier, healthier lives”. In addition staff will have a more in-depth understanding of care and the competencies required to care for patients in Health and Social Care. This course will give staff the basis from which they can further develop and maximise their potential and progress in their career. Target Audience: Newly appointed B2-4 Health Care Support Workers completely new to working in health care. NB: Colleagues who can evidence over 12 months experience in a Healthcare setting or have achieved a higher level Health & Social Care qualification will be exempt Learning Outcomes: To achieve overall Care Certificate standard learners must complete the 15 Standards and Observations during a 12 week period: 350: Care Certificate Standards (1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9) – eLearning 350: MAND CSTF Equality Diversity and Human Rights Level 1 – eLearning 350: MAND CSTF Safeguarding Adults – Level 1 – eLearning 350: MAND CSTF Safeguarding Children – Level 1 – eLearning 350: MAND CSTF Health and Safety – Level 1 – eLearning 350: MAND CSTF Infection Control – Level 1 – eLearning 350: MAND Data Security Awareness – eLearning 350: Basic Life Support / Automated External Defibrillation – Classroom To support the overall completion of the Care Certificate the learner requires practical observations against the Care Certificate standards detailed in this document. The assessor can be your manager, assessor or someone else authorised (to be determined at Divisional level). Refresher: Once only

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To ensure our recruitment processes reflect our Trust values and align with best practices, mandatory training has been introduced for all staff involved in recruitment activities. Training is delivered in four bite-sized sessions (each booked separately). Find out more information and how to book on YourSpace.