Job summary
Are you looking to make a real difference to patients whilst
developing your career providing NHS care?
We are recruiting band 4 Nurse
Associate (NMC registration) to join our expanding community teams in East Surrey,
based in Redhill.
You will be
part of a highly motivated and supportive district nursing team delivering safe
and effective NHS care to patients in the community.
In return, we
offer a comprehensive induction programme, clinical supervision, support with
continuing professional development and revalidation.
You will be
supported by the Clinical Team Lead for the Community Network and your line
manager to develop your skills and will work independently to support
development of the service and implement evidence-based practice.
You will provide
nursing care for a wide range of conditions to people in their own home and
residential settings, and you will be supported by a manager, team and mentor
to fulfill your role.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for assessing,
planning, implementing, and evaluating individualised care for patients under
the direction of a Clinical Team Lead and District Nurse.
You will work in close collaboration with
health and social care professionals within the Primary Care Network to prevent
your patients being admitted to hospital.
You will provide advice and support to
junior staff and students in the delivery of effective, high-quality care.
Due to the nature of the role,
it is essential that you are able to drive, have a car suitable for business
purposes and a valid driving license. If you are interested in joining us, we
look forward to hearing from you.
About us
Do you want to be part of an organisation that was rated best provider of NHS care to work for nationwide? (2023 staff survey results)
First Community is a staff owned
social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across
east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We
are looking for individuals who share our values First-rate care, First-rate people,
First-rate value.
First Community is a great place
to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its
full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality
training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work
life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension,
flexible retirement options and various employee benefits.
Please talk to us before applying
or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your
needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs
where possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on the
role.
At First Community we welcome
applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+
candidates and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants are
treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process,
including the consideration of reasonable adjustments.
Sustainability is integral to
First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is
responsible for working as part of the community nursing team to assess, plan,
implement and evaluate holistic care for patients in the community. Observing patients conditions and reporting
to the senior nurses and GP members of the team. The post holder will develop
and maintain knowledge, skill and competencies related to the role of Nursing
Associate within the community. The post holder will carry out nursing
procedures such as catheterisation, wound care, medication administration and
supervise and delegate work to students and HCAs.
Please see job description and person specification document attached for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is
responsible for working as part of the community nursing team to assess, plan,
implement and evaluate holistic care for patients in the community. Observing patients conditions and reporting
to the senior nurses and GP members of the team. The post holder will develop
and maintain knowledge, skill and competencies related to the role of Nursing
Associate within the community. The post holder will carry out nursing
procedures such as catheterisation, wound care, medication administration and
supervise and delegate work to students and HCAs.
Please see job description and person specification document attached for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification.
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths and English or Functional skills level 2 Maths and English
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
- Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a health/ care setting
Skills
Essential
- Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload.
- Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal, and nonverbal communication) with members of the public (patients, relatives/ carers) and all members of the multi -disciplinary team.
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact.
- Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers, and colleagues.
- Ability to support, supervise, assess, and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.
- Completion of an HCA development programme
Desirable
- Completion of an HCA development programme
- Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff
- Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate care professional for expert help and advice.
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans.
- Understands the requirements for NMC professional revalidation.
- Understanding of evidence-based practice.
- Understanding of basic physiology.
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates the organisations values.
- Courteous, respectful, and helpful at all times.
- Car driver with appropriate business use insurance for a community nursing-based role.
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification.
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths and English or Functional skills level 2 Maths and English
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
- Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a health/ care setting
Skills
Essential
- Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload.
- Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal, and nonverbal communication) with members of the public (patients, relatives/ carers) and all members of the multi -disciplinary team.
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact.
- Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers, and colleagues.
- Ability to support, supervise, assess, and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.
- Completion of an HCA development programme
Desirable
- Completion of an HCA development programme
- Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff
- Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate care professional for expert help and advice.
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans.
- Understands the requirements for NMC professional revalidation.
- Understanding of evidence-based practice.
- Understanding of basic physiology.
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates the organisations values.
- Courteous, respectful, and helpful at all times.
- Car driver with appropriate business use insurance for a community nursing-based role.
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service.
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).
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
