Job summary
To provide high quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients across the entire chain of care.The nursing associate has a breadth of knowledge across the lifespan and across the fields of nursing, providing holistic and person-centred care and support for people of all ages who attend dermatologydepartment and in-patient settings. The nursing associate works independently under the leadership of registered nurses, working within the sphere of nursing and care and within all aspects of thenursing process.
Main duties of the job
Clinical and Patient CareEnsure excellent standards of care for the patient are maintained at all times.Provide compassionate, safe and effective evidence-based care and support patients attending dermatology Unit for outpatient appointments, and/or proceduresMonitor the condition and health needs of people within their care on a continual basis in partnership with MDT, families, and carers, recognising when it is necessary to refer or escalate to others for reassessment.Develop understanding of caring for individuals with particular skin conditions for example Eczema, psoriasis, Acne etcdementia, mental illness, learning disabilities.Support people to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and well-being through health education.Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers.Be actively involved in the prevention of and protection against disease and ill health.Perform and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and pulse.Undertake clinical tasks including Patch testing, photo-therapy and support in minor procedures, venepucture and ECGsRecognise and report any situations, behaviours or errors that could result in poor care outcomes.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Nursing associate will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to help meet the changing health and care needs of patients and the public.To deliver high quality, evidence-based and patient focused clinical careTo work effectively as part of the immediate team and wider MDTTo uphold a duty of care and clinical governanceTo maintain own and others knowledge of clinical excellenceTo maintain the professional registration with the NMC and work within the NMC code of conduct and NMC Proficiency for nursing Associates
Assist in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse.
Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals.
Play an active role as members of interdisciplinary teams
Actively be involved in the learning and development of other members of the team, for example those undertaking the care certificate or trainee nursing associates.
Delegate any care appropriately to other members of the team remembering they are an accountable professional responsible for ensuring any care delegated is completed.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with nurses, a range of other health and care professionals and lay carers.
Develop a working knowledge of other providers resources and referral systems to ensureindividuals needs are met, within parameters of practice
Maintain and develop own clinical knowledge and competencies.Develop skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff.Assist with the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcomes
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Nursing associate will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to help meet the changing health and care needs of patients and the public.To deliver high quality, evidence-based and patient focused clinical careTo work effectively as part of the immediate team and wider MDTTo uphold a duty of care and clinical governanceTo maintain own and others knowledge of clinical excellenceTo maintain the professional registration with the NMC and work within the NMC code of conduct and NMC Proficiency for nursing Associates
Assist in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse.
Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals.
Play an active role as members of interdisciplinary teams
Actively be involved in the learning and development of other members of the team, for example those undertaking the care certificate or trainee nursing associates.
Delegate any care appropriately to other members of the team remembering they are an accountable professional responsible for ensuring any care delegated is completed.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with nurses, a range of other health and care professionals and lay carers.
Develop a working knowledge of other providers resources and referral systems to ensureindividuals needs are met, within parameters of practice
Maintain and develop own clinical knowledge and competencies.Develop skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff.Assist with the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcomes
Person Specification
Professional/Educational Qualification
Essential
- Foundation Degree (FDSc) nursing associate, GCSE Grade A-C in maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent
- Experience in healthcare setting environment, experience in working in teams as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Experience of providing and receieving complex and sensitive information
Person Specification
Professional/Educational Qualification
Essential
- Foundation Degree (FDSc) nursing associate, GCSE Grade A-C in maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent
- Experience in healthcare setting environment, experience in working in teams as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Experience of providing and receieving complex and sensitive 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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
