The Flame Lily has been appointed to the NHS Workforce Alliance. Our clients will have a bigger selection of quality candidates. Our candidates will have more opportunities. We are happy to announce The Flame Lily’s appointment to the NHS Workforce Alliance Framework Agreement. The Workforce Alliance is an initiative of the NHS to create a more sustainable workforce model and address the staffing crisis. Our appointment will bring benefits to our clients, candidates and ourselves. We are deeply grateful for this opportunity from the NHS. Celebrating Our Appointment to the NHS Workforce Allianc ..read more

Here is a picture of what will happen when you get COVID-19 and fail to do a test and receive early care. Between 2 and 14 days after exposure to the virus, you will experience fever, fatigue, a dry cough, and loss of appetite. You will also have body aches, shortness of breath, and production of mucus or phlegm. This is just the start. You will then experience more serious symptoms like sore throat, headache, and chills in which you visibly shake. You will lose your sense of smell or taste or both. Then, you will be congested with a runny nose, feel nausea (or even vomit), and diarrhea.  ..read more

The Flame Lily is pleased to announce its partnership with Independent Care Solutions (ICS UK). As a response to COVID-19, we are running an initiative to help provide vulnerable groups with safe and convenient accommodation.  The Flame Lily is helping to house the vulnerable and first responders within and around the West Midlands. To do so, The Flame Lily has sourced accommodation and waived fees for stays arranged through this initiative.  Accommodation is available across the West Midlands and its surroundings. To date, The Flame Lily has housed more than 20 front-line workers, o ..read more

Key Headlines:  1. We encourage healthcare workers to download the NHS COVID-19 app to help the fight  against coronavirus  2. We recommend that healthcare workers use the ‘pause’ contact tracing function on the app  when they are in healthcare buildings including, hospitals and GP surgeries  3. Healthcare workers can still use some of the app’s functionality whilst the app contact  tracing feature is paused, should they wish, like when checking in to canteens  Introduction to the app  Why is the COVID-19 app important?  Every person who downloads t ..read more

Please note, this information relates only to antibody testing. Antibody testing is separate from weekly swab retesting and outbreak testing by PHE. It is vital we continue swab retesting of all staff and residents in care homes.  What is an antibody test?   Antibody tests help detect antibodies for the COVID-19 virus to determine if you have previously had the virus. We still have a limited understanding of the body’s immune response to the virus. We do not currently know how long an antibody response lasts, whether you can be re-infected, or whether having antibodies means you cann ..read more

This post is a guide for healthcare professionals who coordinate home care and isolation for people who don’t need hospitalisation but are suspected or confirmed to suffer from COVID-19.  This also includes patients that are evaluated as outpatients, meaning that they are medically stable and can recover at home with care. It also includes patients discharged after hospitalisation with confirmed COVID-19 infection. It is advised that people who meet the above criteria remain in home isolation until the risk of secondary transmission is low. Please note that this document is not for patien ..read more

On 2nd July 2020, the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) announced the reopening of the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) test centers. This will allow midwives and nurses from outside the EEA to take their tests safely as per COVID-19 requirements. About the OSCE Tests The OSCE is part of the NMC’s test of competence (ToC). It is how midwives, nurses and nursing associates trained outside the European Union can acquire the right knowledge and skills to offer the best services in the UK. There are three OSCE test centers in the UK, and candidates can take their tests at any of ..read more

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll on the world, it is natural to ponder how your workplace will be in the future. The uncertainty and turmoil that the pandemic has placed on us can make it difficult to maintain our mental health. In this post, learn how you can acquire information, support, and tips to keep your mental wellbeing intact during the COVID-19 pandemic. Self-Care Tips Only get your news from trusted sources. If you feel that social media is worsening your anxiety, limit your exposure to it. Maintain a healthy sleep and rest routine. If you find yourself working long ..read more

We are all aware that life is suddenly very different for everyone because of the coronavirus pandemic. CLDT support is only allowed for essential visits. Also, some homes are further restricting visits from outside. We understand that these restrictions disrupt people’s daily routines. We also recognise that this can have a significant impact on their health and wellbeing.   We all like to have a routine in our lives. For people with learning disabilities or on the Autistic Spectrum, use routines to help them understand events in their day. Routines add predictability, which is reassuring. Us ..read more

UK Government Plan to Help the Self-Employed   The UK government will issue up to 80% of the average monthly profits in grants to the self-employed. With this move, the government hopes to assist the self-employed cope with the adverse financial effects of the coronavirus outbreak. Self-employed individuals will receive a maximum of £2,500 per month. They'll receive the money as a lump sum at the beginning of June. According to Chancellor Rishi Sunak, this shows that the government has the self-employment in mind. Just last week, the government announced 80% wage subsidies for salaried empl ..read more