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A selection of books and digital support resources from Health Education England Access, understand and use trusted health resources to live well and enjoy better health. Health Education…
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Assessment, treatment through direct and indirect support for autistic individuals who are at risk of hospital admission or placement breakdown. Provide time limited direct/indirect support (not…
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Tues am Local Education Programme Programme - Feb 23-July 23
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Referral to a coroner is still required for deaths which are sudden, unnatural or violent or deaths in state detention (this includes deaths of those with a community treatment order (CTO) under the…
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Below is a list of commonly used terms of reference, click on the drop downs to find out more about them.
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Please find below a list of contact information for members of the team:
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A heartfelt thank you to every one of our colleagues who has taken the time to complete the Health Needs Assessment 2025. Your participation means so much. By sharing your views, you’re…
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An exciting opportunity has come up to join the expanding Individual Placement Support (IPS) employment service at The Life Rooms, with multiple roles available across Sefton, Knowsley, and Warrington. IPS support people with serious or complex mental health conditions to find meaningful employment.
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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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IT13: Freedom of Information (incorporating Environmental Information Regulations)
This policy defines the framework to ensure the Trust meets its obligations in relation to Information Governance.
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NEWS2 SoP-MHCD 21 10 2024 updated
Mental Health Care Division NEWS2 SOP Nov 24
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MCT08 Safe Management of Controlled Drugs
This policy is to ensure the legal requirements of the Medicines Act 1968, the Misuse of Drugs Act 1973, the Misuse of Drugs regulations 2001, The Health Act 2006 and the Controlled Drugs (Supervision of Management and Use) (2013) Regulations in terms of prescribing and managing CDs are complied with while ensuring that patients who require them have access to controlled drugs in a timely fashion.
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MMP01 Safe Management of Controlled Drugs
This procedure is to ensure the legal requirements of the Medicines Act 1968, the Misuse of Drugs Act 1973, the Misuse of Drugs regulations 2001, The Health Act 2006 and the Controlled Drugs (Supervision of Management and Use) (2013) Regulations in terms of prescribing and managing CDs are complied with while ensuring that patients who require them have access to controlled drugs in a timely fashion.
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F10 PSR Procurement Policy
To provider guidance to staff to enable Mersey Care NHSFT to comply with the new Provider Selection Regime when procuring (or sub-contracting) relevent health care services, in line with relevent legislation and national guidance
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SA07 HS3 Display Screen Equipment
Regulations impose duties to safeguard the health and safety of persons who regularly use Display Screen Equipment as part of their normal work activity
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MMP23 Safe Use of Valproate
This procedure provides guidance to ensure that valpoate treatment is appropriately and safely used in accordance with regulatory requirements for all female children and women of childbearing potential and males under the age of 55 years. It advises health care professionals of the actions to be taken to educate patients on safe use of valproate and ensure awareness of the potential risk of birth defects and congenital malformations associated with taking valproate in pregnancy.
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SA07 HS5 Workplace Inspections
The purpose of this policy is to provide information and guidance to Mersey Care NHS Trust directors, managers and staff on their responsibilities concerning health and safety at work. This policy applies to trust employees and anybody who is or may be impacted upon by work activities of the trust. The trust has a duty to ensure that all workplace risks are managed appropriately. This policy has been developed in line with guidance from the Health and Safety Executive. The scope of this policy applies to all activities and functions undertaken by, or on behalf of the Trust.
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SD07 Resuscitation Policy
This Resuscitation Policy provides Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust with the Quality Standards for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation practice and training. The standards cover inpatient and community settings that deliver health care for adults of all ages, adolescents or children
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HS9 (SA07) Management of Asbestos
This procedure recognisest the responsibilities regarding asbestos within the Trust and will ensure, so far as reasonably practical, nobody using its premised or undertaking work within its premises shall be exposed to the risks arising from exposure to asbestos