The Nurse Associate will:
Deliver high
quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other
registered care professional dependent on setting) with a focus on promoting
health and independence.
Have
proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values
Work as part
of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the
direct needs of the individual.
Carry out
specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high
standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered
nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting.
To work
without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with
the individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the
Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
To engage in
positive relationships with patients/carers/families and other staff based on
respect and within appropriate boundaries.
To always act
in a professional capacity.
To be able to
communication with the patient about care planning risk assessment needs.
Communicate
complex and sensitive information.
Actively
contribute to staff meetings
Apply practice
policies, standards, and guidance.
Knowledge, training and experience:
Develop
knowledge of the scope of practice of the Nursing Associate role within
different practice settings
Develop and
improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills throughout continual
training and development opportunities including PLIs.
Meet the NMCs
revalidation requirements regarding CPD and maintain all evidence required.
Contribute
towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high
quality learning environments.
Policy and Service Development
Promote health
and safety maintaining best practice in health, safety and security
Share ideas
with colleagues to improve care and suggest areas for innovation
Participate in
audit activities being undertaken in area of practice
Contribute to
the improvement of service by reflecting on own practice and supporting that of
others
Adhere to
legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines both local and national
Regularly attend workplace and staff engagement meetings and contribute
positively to discussions about the improvement of care.
Planning and organisation
Plan and
manage competing demands of job role, study and placement activities.
Work in an
effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time management and
organisational skills to effectively deliver person-centred care for an
allocated group of individuals.
Deliver
effective care following treatment plans determined by the Registered Nurse or
registered care professional and provide feedback on progress against the plans.
Communication and relationships
Communicate
effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of
individuals, the public, health and social care professionals, maintaining the
focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services
Demonstrate
those inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect
and trust
Contribute to
team success and challenge others constructively.
Report to
appropriate registered care professional information received from the
individuals, carers and members of the team
Ensure all
patient related information is treated sensitively and adhere to the principals
of confidentiality at all times
Report any
accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy
Ensure clear,
concise, accurate and legible records and all communication is maintained in
relation to care delivered adhering to local and national guidance
Ensure ability
to manage electronic records system taking cognisance of need to protect access
(ID, passwords, swipe cards)
Analytical and judgmental skills
Exercise
personal responsibility and work independently within defined parameters of
practice, taking the initiative in a variety of situations and performing a
range of clinical and care skills consistent with the role, responsibilities
and professional values of a Nursing
Associate
Exercise
judgment in assessing patient condition, comfort and wellbeing using analysis
of a range of possible factors
Ensure that
only those activities for which competence has been achieved are undertaken
without supervision and that recognition is given to the impact and
consequences of practising outside capability.
Physical skills requirement
Use frequent
moderate effort when undertaking carrying out manual handling in line with
organisational guidelines
Use skills of
manual dexterity and manipulation of clinical instruments and equipment
Use a
combination of standing, walking bending and stretching throughout the working
day
Financial and physical resources
Exercise
personal duty of care in the safe use and storage of equipment
Be
environmentally aware and prudent in use of resources and energy
Human resources
Act in ways
which support equality and value diversity
Demonstrate
own duties to new or less experienced staff
Support
development of less experienced staff
Information resources
Develop skills
to maintain professional standards of record keeping
Follow all
information governance guidance and policies
Maintain
confidentiality as outlined within data protection policies
Freedom to Act
Work to
standard operating procedures with registered care professionals available for
reference
Work within
the organisational policy, procedures and guidelines
Work within
the Nursing Associate parameters of practice
Be responsible
and accountable for own practice, working within limits of competence and
within professional boundaries
Raises any
concerns to a registered care professional or appropriate person
Mental and Emotional effort
Frequently use
concentration and experience work patterns which are unpredictable with regular
interruptions, some requiring immediate response
Maintain a
professional approach while working in challenging, distressing situations or
dealing with challenging behaviour
Support
individuals, their families and carers when faced with unwelcome news and life
changing diagnoses
Have exposure
to VDU screen
Teaching and Training
Be proactive
in seeking opportunities to develop own knowledge and skills, achieving
clinical competencies and Foundation Degree / Level 5 qualification within
agreed timeframes. Seeks support / guidance in timely manner if any
difficulties are encountered.
Work in
partnership with manager to develop and deliver on Specific, Measurable,
Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound (SMART) objectives at annual appraisal and
personal development planning meeting.
Take
responsibility for organising and attending statutory / mandatory updates in
accordance with organisational requirements.
Act as an
excellent role model by upholding and implementing good practice in the
workplace. Recognising and either directly challenging or seeks support to
challenge any poor practice observed.
The post holder is expected
to cover the duties of colleagues in posts of the same pay band or lower and
within the range of the post holders knowledge and skills. A post holder may request a review (and
re-evaluation) of his/her position document if he/she considers that any cover
duty, if added to the existing duties, would affect the band of the post.
In all aspects of your work,
you have a duty and responsibility to comply with all components of the
organisations Infection Control Policy and the Hygiene Code, ensuring
compliance with any specific role responsibilities outlined within this policy.
As part of your
employment, you are bound by the policies and procedures within the
organisation and the wider NHS. You also have joint responsibility with your
manager forensuring that you undertake
the mandatory training requirements for your own role as specified within the
organisations mandatory training plan.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding Children and Adults is Everyones
responsibility. To protect children and
vulnerable adults, all staff are required to be familiar with and adhere to the
safeguarding adults and children policy.
General
The main duties and responsibilities shown
above are not exhaustive but should merely be regarded as a guide. The post-holder will be expected to conduct
any reasonable activities according to the service needs at that time. These will be subject to periodic review and
may be amended to meet the challenging needs of the service. The post-holder
will be expected to participate in this process and the organisation would aim
to reach agreement to changes.
