Coronavirus Protection for Care Home Residents

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The Springlawn Group of Care Homes has implemented necessary precautions to protect our clients and staff from COVID-19  – the Coronavirus. We have taken our lead from the Western Health & Social Care Trust.

We are asking the public, family and friends not to visit clients in our Nursing Homes unless absolutely essential. If you feel that it is necessary to visit, we ask that you firstly contact the Home and inform us of this.

We appreciate your support and patience during this tough time.  We have taken these precautions to ensure the safety of our clients and staff. We will continue to review the situation and communicate any further updates.

Please practice good hand hygiene when in attendance to the Home and follow guidance on keeping yourself and others safe. To be of assistance, we have put together this short guide:

The Symptoms of Coronavirus

  1. If you have a runny nose and sputum, you have a common cold
  2. Coronavirus pneumonia is a dry cough with no runny nose. COVID-19 will first infect the throat, so you’ll have a sore throat lasting 3 to 4 days
  3. The virus then blends into a nasal fluid that enters the trachea and then the lungs, causing pneumonia. This takes a further 5 to 6 days.
  4. With the pneumonia comes high fever and difficulty in breathing.
  5. The nasal congestion is not like the normal kind. You feel like you’re drowning.

It’s imperative you then seek immediate attention.

How to Prevent the Spread of Coronavirus

It’s important to know how the virus works and spreads, because there is a lot of confusion and misinformation out there. This way we can all play our part in protecting ourselves and others from COVID-19.

  1. This new virus is not heat-resistant and will be killed by a temperature of just 26/27 degrees. It hates the sun.
  2. If someone sneezes with it, it takes about 10 feet before it drops to the ground and is no longer airborne.
  3. If it drops on a metal surface it will live for at least 12 hours – so if you come into contact with any metal surface – wash your hands as soon as you can with a bacterial soap.
  4. On fabric it can survive for 6-12 hours but normal laundry detergent will kill it.
  5. Drinking warm water is effective for all viruses. Try not to drink liquids with ice.
  6. Wash your hands frequently as the virus can only live on your hands for 5-10 minutes, but – a lot can happen during that time – you can rub your eyes, touch your nose or mouth unwittingly and so on.
  7. You should also gargle as a prevention. A simple solution of salt in warm water will suffice.
  8. Can’t emphasise enough – drink plenty of water!

Spread The Word – Not the Virus

Share this information as widely as you can, both online and verbally.

If you are worried that you or someone in your family may be at risk, NHS 111 offers direct guidance and have set up an online coronavirus helpline.  You can also call 111, letting them know that you are a carer.

Read these NHS answers to common questions about COVID-19 here.

If you have elderly relatives still living at home, please see the advice from AGE UK here.

 

 

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Nursing vacancies in Omagh nursing homes

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The Springlawn Group of Nursing Homes  has nursing vacancies in Omagh nursing homes which belong to their group.

They are recruiting PERMANENT & PART-TIME NURSES and are looking for “enthusiastic & committed Nurses to join our team. Experience of working in a dementia unit is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. Valid NMC registration is essential.

Please note that all nurses recruited will be given the opportunity to maintain their clinical skills and knowledge.

Please contact Paula on (028) 82 247931 for an application form & job description.

Omagh Nursing Homes in the Springlawn Group

The Springlawn Group of Nursing Homes owns and runs the following top quality Omagh nursing homes:

Springlawn House

44 Dromore Rd, Omagh BT78 1RB.  Phone: +44 28 8224 4550 Email: springlawn@hotmail.com

Person in charge: Sharon Colhoun (Matron/Manager)

Springlawn House is 36-bedroom nursing home which offers residential and full nursing care, according to our clients’ needs. We also have respite and step-down facilities for our short-term care residents. Established in 1990, Springlawn House has been modernised over the years to help us provide the highest quality of healthcare to our residents. From the latest post-operative recovery facilities to compassionate end-of-life care and short-term respite care, we are equipped to look after individuals with wide-ranging needs. Our activity therapists plan a variety of fun programs including bingo, card games, arts and crafts, entertainment, local trips, etc. to enhance our residents’ quality of life.

Registered Care Categories: Learning Disability (maximum of 2 patients) • Nursing Care • Physical Disability (maximum 2 patients)

Specialist Care Categories: Cancer Care • Cerebral Palsy • Epilepsy • Head/Brain Injury • Hearing Impairment • Huntington’s Disease • Motor Neurone Disease • Multiple Sclerosis • Neuropathic • Orthopaedic • Parkinson’s Disease • Schizophrenia • Speech Impairment • Stroke • Visual Impairment

Specialist Care Areas include:

  • Dementia/Alzheimer’s
  • Cancer
  • Head Injury and Stroke

Facilities & Services: Palliative Care • Day Care • Respite Care • Convalescent Care • Physiotherapy • Independent Living Training • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Smoking not permitted • Close to Local shops • Near Public Transport • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Gardens for residents • Residents Kitchenette • Phone Point in own room/Mobile • Television point in own room • Residents Internet Access

Phone: +44 28 8224 7931 Email: knockmoylelodge@hotmail.com

Registered Care Categories: Nursing Dementia • Old Age

Specialist Care Categories: Specializes in Dementia Care

Facilities & Services: Palliative Care • Day Care • Respite Care • Convalescent Care • Physiotherapy • Independent Living Training • Sheltered Housing • Separate Dementia Care Unit • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Smoking not permitted • Near Public Transport • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Ground Floor Accommodation only • Gardens for residents • Residents Kitchenette • Phone Point in own room/Mobile • Television point in own room

Hillcrest

23b Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL

Phone: +44 28 8225 1222 Email: hillcrestcarefacility@hotmail.co.uk

Person in charge: Julie Taylor (Manager)

Hillcrest Nursing home is a private Care Home with nursing services, with 76 single en-suite rooms.

Registered Care Categories*: Dementia • Eating Disorders • Mental Health Condition • Old Age • Physical Disability

Specialist Care Categories: Multiple Sclerosis

Facilities & Services: Palliative Care • Day Care • Respite Care • Own Furniture if required • Close to Local shops • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Phone Point in own room/Mobile • Television point in own room • Residents Internet Access

Hillside Residential

23a Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL. Phone: +44 28 8225 2822

Person in charge: Karen Shields (Manager)

Hillside Residential is a specialist facility which focuses on younger adults and mental health. It has 13 single rooms.

Registered for a maximum of 13 Service Users

Registered Care Categories*: Mental Health Condition • Younger Adults

Specialist Care Categories: Asperger Syndrome • Autism/ASD • Bipolar/Manic Depression • Challenging Behaviour • Epilepsy • Head/Brain Injury

Facilities & Services:

Day Care • Respite Care • Physiotherapy • Independent Living Training • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Close to Local shops • Near Public Transport • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Gardens for residents • Residents Kitchenette • Phone Point in own room/Mobile • Television point in own room

Hillview Lodge

23 Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL. Phone: +44 28 8225 1222

Person in charge: Julie Taylor (Manager)

Hillview Lodge is a private nursing home with 76 en-suite rooms.

Registered Care Categories*: Dementia • Old Age • Physical Disability • Younger Adults

Specialist Care Categories: Alzheimer’s • Anorexia/Bulimia/Self Harming • Bipolar/Manic Depression • Cancer Care • Cerebral Palsy • Challenging Behaviour • Colitis & Crohn’s Disease • Epilepsy • Head/Brain Injury • Hearing Impairment • Huntington’s Disease • Motor Neurone Disease • Multiple Sclerosis • Neuropathic • Orthopaedic • Parkinson’s Disease • Schizophrenia • Speech Impairment • Visual Impairment

Facilities & Services: Palliative Care • Day Care • Respite Care • Convalescent Care • Sheltered Housing • Separate Dementia Care Unit • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Close to Local shops • Near Public Transport • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Gardens for residents • Residents Kitchenette • Television point in own room

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HR Advisor for Omagh Healthcare Companies

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Springlawn Group and Glen Caring are sister healthcare organisations based in Omagh who are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced HR Advisor.  The Springlawn Group of Nursing Homes has 5 residential nursing homes in the Omagh area. Glen Caring is a social care agency operating across the Northern and Western Trust region. 

Job Title  Human Resources Advisor 
Reports to  Human Resources Manager 
Working Hours  9-5, Monday to Friday  
Location  Based in Omagh; travelling as and when required to other offices 
Closing Date & Time  Friday 28th September @ 5pm  
Salary 

  

 Circa £24,000 per annum 

 We are seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join the combined HR team. The role covers responsibilities for all aspects of Human Resources including recruitment, retention, succession planning, performance management, employee relations, policy development, organisational change and CPD. 

HR Advisor Responsibilities

  • To be responsible for all HR processes and procedures throughout the company including recruitment, selection and retention, induction, compliance and policies, performance management, training and development.  
  • To provide legal advice to the managers on any employment regulation up-dates, HR processes or staffing issues.  
  • Understand and ensure full implementation of policies and procedures.  
  • Establish priorities, work independently and work without direct supervision on all routine matters. 
  • To ensure that we are fully compliant, up-to-date and all staff are aware of relevant policies and regulations  
  • Ensure all staff receive the mandatory training at induction and throughout the year 
  • Manage the overall processes for external and internal Recruitment and Selection 
  • Create and continually improve offer letters and contracts of employment 
  •  Manage the collation of references, DBS and NISCC registration relevant to each role.   
  • Continually review legislation to ensure all policies and procedures are compliant 
  • Monitor staff turnover, complete exist interviews and advise general manager on issues associated 
  • Manage the company’s internal training program 
  • Oversee absence management  
  • Oversee all performance management processes across the company for the Appraisal cycle, records of interviews, target achievements, training and continuous professional development of employees 
  • Advise area managers with any investigation, disciplinary or grievances in accordance with employment law. 
  • Oversee the budget for the employee engagement program 
  • Provide support to line managers on leadership responsibilities 
  • Report on the annual employee engagement survey to ensure feedback from employees is collated and interpreted correctly to help improve employee engagement 
  • Drive alignment between HR strategy and business goals. 
  • Assist with annual inspections carried out by RQIA and any other healthcare body 
  • Support change management processes. 
  • Become a fully integrated member of the team and assist colleagues when necessary 
  • Any other tasks or duties deemed necessary by management 

HR Advisor Person Specification

Essential Qualifications & Skills: 

  • CIPD qualification or other HR related degree
  • Experience of providing HR advice and guidance to managers/directors on a range of HR issues.
  • Excellent PC skills across all Microsoft Packages.
  • A sound knowledge of current Employment law.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with fellow members of staff using excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work unsupervised
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Desirable: 

  • 2-3 years HR experience in Healthcare, Hospitality or Retail Industry

How To Apply for HR Advisor Post

To apply for this HR Advisor vacancy please forward an up-to-date CV and covering letter for the attention of Mrs Leah Ormsby via: 

Closing date for this vacancy is 5.00pm on Friday 28th September 2018. 

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