Job summary
This is a developmental role to work towards progression into the post of a Nursing Associate through successful completion of the Nursing Associate training programme. The programme includes the attainment of a level 5 Foundation Degree equivalent qualification. Students will develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the role of Nursing Associate within the service and through completion of the Nursing Associate training programme which includes working in care settings and delivery of person-centred care.
To uptake this apprenticeship you must: Not already be in full time education
you must be living in England Be 16 years and older
Further details regarding the requirements can be found at: Become an apprentice: How apprenticeships work - GOV.UK (http://www.gov.uk/)
More information can be found on the job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
Main duties of the job
During your course and working within NUH, you will study and practice the following:
- Professional Practice and Accountability
- Promoting Health and Wellbeing
- Person Centred Care
- Applied Anatomy and Physiology
- Essence of Care 1 and 2
- Managing Long Term Conditions
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Supervision, Assessment and Communication
- Optimising Safety and Quality in Healthcare
If you would like additional details please see:Nursing Associate Foundation Degree Apprenticeship [Level 5] Foundation Foundation degree Course | Nottingham Trent University
About us
Nottingham University Hospitals are excited to offer this opportunity for 20 Trainee Nursing Associate Roles on a 24 month fixed term contract, to access an apprenticeship programme to become a Registered Nursing Associate.
As an Apprentice with NUH, you will complete your Nursing Associate Degree and qualification after 18 monthsas a Registered Nursing Associate in collaboration with Nottingham Trent University.
Our innovative Trainee Nursing Associate Programme (TNA) can help you to access a professional career as Registered Nursing Associate, in an organisation that have been rated "outstanding" for care by the Care Quality Commission (CQC.)
During your course, you will have access to:
- A dedicated team at the Institute of Care Excellence, offering continuing professional education and career development opportunities. This includes access to a well-established preceptorship programme, a medicines safety day, a five day acute care skills foundation course, and one to one clinical support where needed to ensure you get the best start to your career at NUH.
- An established Shared Governance Programme is also available with 85 staff councils at ward level and growing currently in the Trust. This programme gives our workforce a voice and support a culture of innovation.
You can visit our website onIOCE.nuh.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Nursing Associate training programme combines and integrates both academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers. A trainee Nursing Associate will be based, as an employee, at either Nottingham City Hospital or Queens Medical Centre, but will experience working in alternative settings in order to maximise their experience to fulfil all the requirements of the programme.
At the end of the programme, the trainee Nursing Associate will be equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours relevant to employment as a Nursing Associate and will work to a nationally recognised code of conduct.
The training programme emphasises the role that trainee Nursing Associates can play in life-course (pre-conception to end of life) approaches towards health and well-being and the ways in which they actively contribute to the delivery of holistic care. Holistic care, across life-course, is a whole-person approach, which considers and equally values, physical, psychological and public health needs, learning disabilities, social, economic, spiritual and other factors in the assessing, planning and delivery of care.
The overall outcome from the training programme is a Nursing Associate that is qualified to practice in the widest range of settings as well as being equipped with the specific knowledge, skills and capabilities required for the context in which they trained and ready for employment.
As a trainee, you will:
- Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional) with a focus on promoting health and independence.
- Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS and Trust values
- Work as part of a designated clinical and care team to delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Nursing Associate training programme combines and integrates both academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers. A trainee Nursing Associate will be based, as an employee, at either Nottingham City Hospital or Queens Medical Centre, but will experience working in alternative settings in order to maximise their experience to fulfil all the requirements of the programme.
At the end of the programme, the trainee Nursing Associate will be equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours relevant to employment as a Nursing Associate and will work to a nationally recognised code of conduct.
The training programme emphasises the role that trainee Nursing Associates can play in life-course (pre-conception to end of life) approaches towards health and well-being and the ways in which they actively contribute to the delivery of holistic care. Holistic care, across life-course, is a whole-person approach, which considers and equally values, physical, psychological and public health needs, learning disabilities, social, economic, spiritual and other factors in the assessing, planning and delivery of care.
The overall outcome from the training programme is a Nursing Associate that is qualified to practice in the widest range of settings as well as being equipped with the specific knowledge, skills and capabilities required for the context in which they trained and ready for employment.
As a trainee, you will:
- Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional) with a focus on promoting health and independence.
- Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS and Trust values
- Work as part of a designated clinical and care team to delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE in Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent)
- Care Certificate
Desirable
- Completed the HCA Academy
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times. Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional.
- Understand the scope (roles and responsibilities) of the Nursing Associate
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Can understand the difference in roles and responsibilities between TNA's and HCA's role
- 3+ years working as a HCA
- Understanding the Apprenticeship
Other role requirements
Essential
- Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
- Ability to use own initiative
- Ability to travel between sites and placement areas
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE in Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent)
- Care Certificate
Desirable
- Completed the HCA Academy
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times. Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional.
- Understand the scope (roles and responsibilities) of the Nursing Associate
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Can understand the difference in roles and responsibilities between TNA's and HCA's role
- 3+ years working as a HCA
- Understanding the Apprenticeship
Other role requirements
Essential
- Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
- Ability to use own initiative
- Ability to travel between sites and placement areas
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).