BAM Trainee Nursing Associate

Job responsibilities

Key requirements of the role

• As a Trainee Nursing Associate, you will work under the supervision of and in partnership with the Senior Nurses to provide and deliver a high standard of nursing care. You will contribute to the on-going assessment, providing and monitoring care based on evidence and working in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team

• Develop understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the on-going assessment, planning, management, and evaluation of care

• Support individuals with all aspects of care, providing person-centred care, and promoting health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate

• Take responsibility for developing own clinical competence/leadership and practice skills whilst in workplace/on placements or attending NATP

• By the end of the NATP have developed the ability to work without direct supervision, delivering care independently (if appropriate) all within the parameters of the Nursing Associates role

Key Objectives & Responsibilities

• Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is always maintained

• Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate

• 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

• Offers high standards of care whilst working as part of MDT (Multidisciplinary Team)

• 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 professional's dependent on setting

• Perform and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse

• Undertake clinical tasks including phlebotomy, BP and Weight Checks, Health Checks and assisting in the management of patients with long term conditions

• Support individuals and families/carers when faced with unwelcome news/life changing diagnosis-signpost for further information and/or refer to Social Prescribing Team

• After training, provide flu vaccinations/ECGs/blood tests etc

• Report back and share information with the registered nurses or other registered clinicians on the condition, behaviour, activity, and responses of individual

• Assist in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse or other registered clinician

• Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals

• Assist in the assessment of and contribute to the management of risk across several areas within the environment where care is being administered

• Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional, and psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of individuals and carers

• Develop understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities

• Develop skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff

• Assist with the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcomes

• Develop a working knowledge of other providers resources and referral systems to ensure individuals needs are met, within parameters of practice

• Engage in reflective practice including management of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions, and reflecting on answers given

• Demonstrate good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures

• Demonstrate good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice / guidance from the Registered Nurse or registered care professional as required

• Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values

Patient Clinical Services & Administration

Training and Education

• Is enrolled on a foundation degree awarded by a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) - approved provider over a 2-year period

• Develop knowledge of the scope of practice of the Nursing Associate role within different care settings

• Develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence, and skills throughout the Nursing Associate Training Programme and maintain all evidence required

Professional development

• Work with a mentor to take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership, and reflective practice skills within the workplace, while on placements and through attending the Nursing Associate Training Programme

• Provide feedback to assist in the evaluation of the Nursing Associate pilot programme

• Develop by the end of the Nursing Associate Training Programme the ability 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

Confidentiality

• In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential

• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

General

The post holder will:

• Participate in, and help to develop, a culture that promotes equality and values diversity. The post holder must be aware of and committed to the Equality and Diversity policies of the appointing GP Federation and comply with all the requirements of these policies and actively promote Equality and Diversity issues relevant to the post.

• Ensure the principles of openness, transparency and candour are observed and upheld in all working practices.

• Have, or acquire through training provided by the organisation, the appropriate level of safeguarding and knowledge, skills and practice required for the post and be aware of and comply with the organisations safeguarding protection policies and procedures.

• Ensure that any infection prevention and control issues are reported to their line manager.

• The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the PCN as part of this employment.

This job description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and his/her manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.

There is a need to travel between sites, therefore ability to drive and uses own car is an advantage.

Qualifications

Essential

• Ability to study at Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education Level and commit to completing the Foundation Degree programme
• GCSE Grade A to C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent

Desirable

• Qualifications and Credit Framework Level 3 in Care or equivalent in terms of both academic attainment and previous care experience
• Essential induction training and experience, care certificate or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
• Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
• Previous experience of working within a health / care setting
• Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
• Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
• Ability to deal with non- routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
• Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non-verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers, and colleagues
• Understanding of basic physiology, e.g. normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements etc.
• Ability to use own initiative, discretion and sensitivity
• Flexible
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Professional calm, respectful and efficient manner
• Ability to support people in a way that inspires trust and confidence, motivating others to reach their potential
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships and to promote collaborative practice with all colleagues
• Ability to demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
• Ability to work flexibly and enthusiastically within a team or on own initiative

Desirable

• Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
• Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
• Understanding of evidence-based practice
• Completion of an HCA development programme
• Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information
• Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
• Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning
• Ability to identify risk and assess/manage risk when working with individuals

Other requirements

Essential

• Willingness to work flexible hours when required to meet work demands
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis
• A Can Do attitude
• Have good attendance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).