To deliver the mandated public health NHS Health Check clinics in community and workplace settings across Somerset. NHS Health checks are part of the broader healthier lifestyle service for public health in Somerset. Work as part of a team to deliver the NHS Health Checks service in areas of identified need across Somerset. Travelling independently to community settings and workplaces to deliver NHS health check clinics to eligible individuals.
Maintain accurate and timely records on the client database and input accurate data following each health check in line with local protocol. Maintaining a professional, person-centred approach to delivering health checks and communicating the results of a health check to individuals. Take key measurements included in a health check such as blood pressure, cholesterol, height, weight, and glucose levels. Attend relevant public health training for safe, effective and evidenced-based delivery of NHS Health checks.
As well as healthy conversations training including Making Every Contact Count (MECC). Promote and signpost to local support services as appropriate following a completed health check. Use own initiative to maintain quality of delivery for services and escalate concerns as needed for more complex or strategic problem solving. Monitor usage and wastage of stock ensuring accurate records are maintained and shared for accurate re-ordering.
Ensure appropriate disposal of any clinical waste related to own work areas following local protocol. Appropriate use of equipment to record and perform measures in the NHS Health Check including Point of Care blood testing equipment for the assessment of blood lipid profile and sugar levels. Conduct and report results of EQA (External Quality Assessments) and IQC (Internal Quality Control) of Point of Care testing equipment. Undertake a risk assessment prior to the delivery of health checks in a new setting.
Participate in thedissemination of good practice to stakeholders and other professionals as relevant. Promote public health activities where appropriate. Work closely with public health teams to understand their local offer and promote opportunities to support public health messages where appropriate. Work with colleagues in primary care, community organisations, and social prescribers to sign post tolocal support.Support troubleshooting in the day-to-day operation of the wider service.
This may include making emergency delivery site visits (possibly with stock or equipment). Support the process of dealing with any reports of adverse events or risks as they arise.