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Autism in adult physical healthcare settings.
Course explains the differences and overlap between autism and psychosis.
Autism and reasonable adjustments training for clinical and non-clinical staff
Course helps to understand how to support autistic people in inpatient settings.
Course helps to understand how to support autistic people with risks of suicide.
This session aims to develop staff knowledge and confidence around bed safety and will provide information around the different beds available. We will have beds available for demonstration, mattresses and accessories available and advice on assessment for suitability. There will be an opportunity to discuss any issues or concerns. Places on this session can be booked by contacting EAS on 0151 296 7736 or eas.liverpool@merseycare.nhs.uk
To provide an overview of what an unpaid carer is and how we can identify and support them in their role
Quality Improvement is a really simple process that helps us to make changes that will lead to improved care for the people who use our services. We want to equip you with the simple tools and methods to make changes and to try out and test new approaches, that will improve care and last into the future. Quality Improvement is about ensuring that we deliver high quality care based on the following priorities: Safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable and person centred. Quality Improvement methodologies are equally applicable within non-clinical contexts and we would encourage colleagues from all service settings and disciplines to attend if you are interested in achieving sustainable improvements in quality. This course will discuss the Model for Improvement framework and introduce various tools and techniques to support you developing, testing and implementing your improvement ideas and projects. NOTE: This course is interactive, including the use of breakout rooms, so please access using equipment with a microphone or where you can use headphones.
The course supports practitioners working with Children in Care. The course looks at care orders Children in Care can be placed on as well as effective writing of Review Health Assessments
One day Diabetes Specialist Foundation Course for HCP's
Introduction to Diabetes Management including types of Diabetes, Medications, Complications, and Management of Diabetes at end of life.
Discuss the importance of ‘Saying Sorry’ and strategies to support those affected.
Discuss the importance of ‘Saying Sorry’ and strategies to support those affected.
Gives a clear explanation and demonstrate an understanding of the implications of undertaking ECG’s and Manual Physical Observations. Apply the relevant knowledge base and perform ECG’s and Manual Physical Observations correctly, safely and efficiently and in line with Trust Policy. Be able to describe the relevant anatomy and physiology of the arm and cardiac conduction system Demonstrate the skills required when obtaining ECG’s and Manual Physical Observations. Demonstrate appropriate and effective communication skills. Will be aware of and strictly comply with all policies and procedures that are relevant to the Physical Health of the Patient. Will take responsibility for ECG and Manual Physical Observations practice by ensuring they are competent to practice and identify any training updates within their PDP.
An interactive workshop for Allied Health Professionals who support, supervise and assess Allied Health, apprentices, preceptees and students. The workshop uses a multi-professional approach to share and learn from one another on how to best support practice learning. Facilitated by Practice Education Facilitators and Preceptorship Facilitators, the workshop provides opportunities to engage with key colleagues who provide expert advice, guidance and support.
The Friends and Family Test (FFT) is a nationwide initiative that offers every patient and service user who receives care and treatment the opportunity to provide feedback on their experience. Within our organisation, we currently have several different systems in place to collect this data. We are rolling out one system across the whole Trust. This Training is to introduce all to the system we will all be using is called Envoy.
All participants will be required to undertake an assessment relating to epilepsy awareness and rescue medication and must pass the assessment to obtain certificate of attendance. If you feel you may have any difficulty in completion of this assessment please discuss with a trainer as there will be alternative options available.
STAFF WILL BE EXPECTED TO HAVE ATTENDED FULL DAY FACE TO FACE TRAINING PREVIOUSLY, anyone who books and has not attended may be turned away. This training is a 3 yearly refresher following attendance in the prior three years of face to face full day Epilepsy Awareness Training All participants will be required to undertake an assessment relating to epilepsy awareness and rescue medication and must pass the assessment to obtain certificate of attendance. If you feel you may have any difficulty in completion of this assessment please discuss with a trainer as there will be alternative options available.
This course, provides training for the Glasgow Coma Scale including the background history of the tool, rational for use, NICE Guidance, user guidance in relation to – eyes open, verbal response & motor response, levels of severity & correct steps to take. It is provided for registered nursing staff band 5 and above working in inpatient setting, to further develop their knowledge and understanding of Glasgow Coma Scale. The course links to the following organisational objectives - Mersey Care Trust CARES Values and the Trust Clinical Strategy Super Six 2024/2028: • Operational and Clinical Excellence. • Focus on Prevention ‘Whole Person’ • Highly Engaged Supportive Staff.
Mandatory annual update on Infant feeding and Relationship Building
The Awareness training aims to support participants to develop the mindset and skills required to work effectively with families in the perinatal period, to promote good emotional health, offer evidence-based assessment and support and know when to refer on to other services.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Intramuscular Injection technique focusing on the Deltoid Site.
This session provides an overview of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and its impact within the workplace. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of ADHD characteristics, common challenges employees may face, and the strengths individuals with ADHD can bring to the workplace. The course explores practical strategies for fostering inclusion, improving communication, and creating supportive work practices that enable all team members to thrive.
This session offers an essential overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and its relevance in professional settings. Participants will learn about the characteristics of autism, common workplace challenges, and the unique strengths autistic individuals bring to organizations. The course emphasizes practical strategies for fostering an inclusive environment, improving communication, and supporting neurodiverse talent.
This session provides an overview of Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), sometimes referred to as dyspraxia, and its impact in professional environments. Participants will learn about the characteristics of DCD, how it can affect motor coordination, organization, and daily work tasks, as well as the unique strengths individuals with DCD bring to the workplace. The course explores practical strategies for creating an inclusive environment, offering reasonable adjustments, and supporting effective communication and productivity.
This session provides an overview of dyscalculia, a specific learning difference that affects numerical understanding and mathematical skills, and its impact in professional settings. Participants will learn about the characteristics of dyscalculia, common challenges employees may face in tasks involving numbers, and the strengths individuals with dyscalculia can bring to the workplace. The course explores practical strategies for creating an inclusive environment, offering reasonable adjustments, and supporting effective communication and productivity.
This session provides an overview of dyslexia and its impact in the workplace. Participants will explore the characteristics of dyslexia, common challenges employees may experience, and the valuable strengths individuals with dyslexia bring to the workplace. The course highlights practical strategies for creating an inclusive culture, supporting effective communication, and implementing adjustments that enable all team members to succeed.
To provide an overview of the roles and responsibilities of Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust Operational (Bronze) and Tactical (Silver) On Call Managers, including details of the Mersey Care on call/command and control arrangements.
The session is designed to provide an overview of the role of the loggist who will document actions, decisions and their rationale on behalf of an incident commander during an incident.
This session is aimed at staff who require further support in the undertaking of Manual Blood Pressure, including the theory of Blood Pressure taking, elements of NEWS2 & Blood Pressure Pathway, Anatomy of pulse locations, use of Blood Pressure simulator equipment and a practical opportunity, all in preparation for Part B NEWS2 Competency Assessment.
Motivational interviewing is a technique that helps people find their own reasons to change through collaboration, empathy & personal responsibility. It is especially useful where there is resistance to change, such as in obesity, smoking cessation, or addiction. Some aspects of the techniques can be translated to management & leadership situations.
Motivational interviewing is a technique that helps people find their own reasons to change through collaboration, empathy & personal responsibility. It is especially useful where there is resistance to change, such as in obesity, smoking cessation, or addiction. Some aspects of the techniques can be translated to management & leadership situations.
The session will provide a more in-depth demonstration of moving and handling equipment and its appropriate use in the community. The session will also include an opportunity to discuss and work through any scenarios or caseload issues as a group. Advice will also be given with regards to placing orders. The session will also help to develop staff knowledge and confidence around the falling patient. This session will help staff to identify equipment to support management of falls in the community. The session will provide a demonstration of equipment and its uses. Places on this session can be booked by contacting EAS on 0151 296 7736 or eas.liverpool@merseycare.nhs.uk
NMC preparation workshop to develop NMC registered nursing staff to be identified as Practice Assessors, enabling them to assess nursing students and trainee nursing associates under NMC Standards of student supervision and assessment (SSSA).
Half-day session on understanding the role of staff in the claims process, including a deeper dive into claims relating to violence and aggression and a presentation from NHSR regarding the scorecard analysis linking to learning from claims. There will be the opportunity to ask questions to our insurers and panel solicitors relating to the claims process.
AHP Preceptor Development Workshop This is a 3-hour virtual workshop and will include introduction and familiarisation of the new preceptorship programme and documentation.
Nursing Preceptor Development Workshop This is a 3-hour virtual workshop and will include introduction and familiarisation of the new preceptorship programme and documentation.
The morning of this session will focus on the impact of physical and psychological trauma in our patients, and how this can impact upon their acceptance of care delivery; as well as the vicarious trauma that can be experienced by health care professionals. Early afternoon, there will be a session on the development, maintenance and protection of resilience, and how to recognise when this may be faltering. After lunch, the Organisational Effectiveness team will join the preceptorship team to lead some deeper conversations about working towards becoming Actively Anti Racist, in alignment with the Trust Strategy, and Perfect Care goals of zero acceptance of discrimination.
Split session, with AHPs having a “Pre Educator” workshop in the morning, to support them in advance of them undertaking the university based Educator module, and Nurses having a session on “Assessing Students in Practice” Delivered by Practice Education Facilitator colleagues. The afternoon once again takes a Multi Disciplinary approach to shared learning and action learning sets.
These are the dates for all five face to face structured learning sessions planned for your cohort, across the 12 months of your Preceptorship.
This is the final preceptorship session for cohort 15, reflecting on your first year in registered practice, and thinking about advice you would give to the next cohort of new starters. Messages from the most recent Trust Wide clinical senate will be shared, and will information about the opportunities available through the trust, and the services on offer.
This is the final preceptorship session for cohort 16, reflecting on your first year in registered practice, and thinking about advice you would give to the next cohort of new starters. Messages from the most recent Trust Wide clinical senate will be shared, and will information about the opportunities available through the trust, and the services on offer.
This is the final preceptorship session for cohort 14, reflecting on your first year in registered practice, and thinking about advice you would give to the next cohort of new starters. Messages from the most recent Trust Wide clinical senate will be shared, and will information about the opportunities available through the trust, and the services on offer.
These are the dates for all five face to face structured learning sessions planned for your cohort, across the 12 months of your Preceptorship. These sessions are designed to support your transition from student to autonomous professional, meet other early career professionals, and deepen your understanding of the operation and objectives of the Trust
These are the dates for all five face to face structured learning sessions planned for your cohort, across the 12 months of your Preceptorship. These sessions are designed to support your transition from student to autonomous professional, meet other early career professionals, and deepen your understanding of the operation and objectives of the Trust
The session will aim to provide staff with knowledge and increase their confidence in the equipment used in the prevention of pressure ulcers. The session will include demonstration of equipment appropriate for use in community and how to order this. It will highlight best practice with regards to equipment provision in line with the trust policy. Places on this session can be booked by contacting EAS on 0151 296 7736 or eas.liverpool@merseycare.nhs.uk
Learn how to support individuals susceptible to Radicalisation
To meet the needs of our diverse service lines, we are changing the Safe from Suicide Drop-in sessions. As you may be aware these have been operational for many years allowing staff to discuss issues with the Safe from Suicide team. These issues can be: • Suicide safety issues relating to specific service user or team dilemmas • Safety Plans • Issues around ERISK and Safety Assessment framework • A chance to gain support for clinical decisions • Hear about the work we do linked to our strategic approach
To meet the needs of our diverse service lines, we are changing the Safe from Suicide Drop-in sessions. As you may be aware these have been operational for many years allowing staff to discuss issues with the Safe from Suicide team. These issues can be: • Suicide safety issues relating to specific service user or team dilemmas • Safety Plans • Issues around ERISK and Safety Assessment framework • A chance to gain support for clinical decisions • Hear about the work we do linked to our strategic approach
To meet the needs of our diverse service lines, we are changing the Safe from Suicide Drop-in sessions. As you may be aware these have been operational for many years allowing staff to discuss issues with the Safe from Suicide team. These issues can be: • Suicide safety issues relating to specific service user or team dilemmas • Safety Plans • Issues around ERISK and Safety Assessment framework • A chance to gain support for clinical decisions • Hear about the work we do linked to our strategic approach
Practical session to promote safer use of Insulin Pens / Insulin Vial.
To support practitioners who work with children and young people, to develop their knowledge and skills to confidently identify and respond to child sexual abuse.
A 1hr briefing covering: • Local/National Statistics • What is ketamine • How is Ketamine used • How does Ketamine make you feel/how do people present • Common reasons why people use Ketamine • Risks to physical and emotional health • Ketamine bladder • Cycle of dependency • Our response to patients/carers/family members who we know are using Ketamine • Local signposting services (across all broughs we cover) including specialist clinics and pathways to these • Harm reduction projects • Voice of the child • Exploitation adult and child • Tell Us – Merseyside
A 60-minute overview of Neglect and Self Neglect The training session focuses on helping participants recognise signs and symptoms of Neglect/Self Neglect like poor hygiene, malnutrition, unsafe living conditions, and withdrawal, while understanding risk factors such as isolation or cognitive impairment. It also emphasises responding appropriately by following safeguarding principles like empowerment, protection, and accountability, ensuring concerns are recorded accurately and reported through the correct procedures. Overall, the session reinforces that early identification and action are essential, and the importance of making safeguarding personal .
Data from MCFT Safeguarding Duty Hub shows us that disclosures of Non-Recent Sexual Abuse is a consistent area of practice which provokes uncertainty and requests for advice and support from staff across the Trust. To best support our staff we have produced a practical briefing session to improve understanding of the prevalence of Child Sexual Abuse within our communities. We explore the circumstances which lead to abuse being unreported / kept secret, resulting in disclosures of historical abuse in adulthood. The session also builds on the lessons from UK Gov report “I Wanted Them To Notice’ and promotes a trauma informed approach when responding to disclosures from adults of non-recent child sexual abuse
To build on previous learning from level 3 eLearning module and develop increased awareness how safeguarding children applies when working in Adult Mental Health Services The concept of “Think Family” as adults with mental ill health can have children or care and support responsibilities for or contact with children and young people and we know from national and local serious and learning practice reviews that mental ill health in a parent or carer can contribute to a risk of harm for children and young people. It is important to note that practitioners working with older patients are still required to consider the impact of their patient’s health on their families and carers and the impact of their family circumstances on their patients’ health from a safeguarding perspective.
Practical guidance for staff to enquire, respond and refer appropriately to safeguard patients and their family when experiencing domestic abuse.
Secure carers make an invaluable contribution and are essential partners in recovery. For services to be effective, carers must feel informed, supported, involved, and heard. Secure Carer Awareness Training has been designed to enhance staff understanding of secure carers, their varied experiences, and the ways staff can identify, support, and involve them in patient care. The training highlights the vital role carers play within secure care systems and aims to strengthen staff confidence and capability when working collaboratively with them.
Community nurses with an interest in tissue viability to join the TV link nurse programme
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.
The training will support staff to select appropriate arm veins and use the correct equipment to collect a quality blood specimen from an adult
Training to discuss local and national guidelines of verifying expected adult deaths in community. Explanation of procedure of verifying an expected adult death. Simulated competency assessment of verifying an expected adult death. It is anticipated that nurses will then gain competency “sign off” verifying an expected adult death in practice.