Job summary
The Primary Care Directorate is on an exciting journey of expanding the services we offer.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 4 Nurse Assoicate to join the General Practice Team at Moorcroft and Moss Green Surgery. This post is part time, 24.75 hours per week.
If you are looking for a new challenge and want to be part of a supportive Multidisciplinary Team then this role could be for you.
A Nursing Associate will be equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours relevant to employment as a Nursing Associate and will be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and uphold the professional standards and registration to remain on the NMC register.
Main duties of the job
- To act at all times in accordance with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Professional Standards of Practice and Behaviour for Nurses.
- To perform all aspects of the role in accordance with Trust policies and other national bodies.
- 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 liaise with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and outside agencies in the implementation of patient care.
- The ability to work without direct supervision, delivering care independently in line with the individual's defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
About us
AWARDED "TRUST OF THE YEAR"
Our vision is 'To be Outstanding in all we so and how we do it'. Our team prides themselves on compassion, team work and resilience.
Our Trust is on an incredible journey of innovation and we'd like you to be part of it. To excel you will be an enthusiastic, careering and compassionate person who is looking to work within a Trust that is ambitious to perform well and has been told by the Care quality commission that it is the fastest improving Trust in the Country.
In return we offer:
A competitive progressive salary
We cover the cost of your DBS Check
Competitive staff benefits such as weekly offers and discounts
Excellent pension scheme available
27-33 days annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays (pro rota)
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. ClinicalThe following list is indicative as tasks and responsibilities will vary depending on the care setting the Nursing Associate is working in.1.1 The Nursing Associate will:* Have an 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 including daily living, providing person-centred care and promoting health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate.* Perform and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse.* Undertake clinical tasks including cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs.* Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake.* To administer and manage medicines according to policy and local protocol.* Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times .* Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate .* Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals .* 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 .* Contribute to maintaining a therapeutic environment and the structure of the patients day, ensuring that all activity is appropriate to the needs of the patient group, the function of the clinical area and the time of day at which it takes place.* Contribute to the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse.* 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 .* Contribute 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.* Under the guidance of a supervisor provide reports both in written and verbal formats as requested e.g. for a service user Mental Health Act Tribunal or Managers Hearings.* When required, undertake the physical restraint of patients using approved techniques and following the recognised Trust training programme. At the same time the post holder will be required to practice in a manner that promotes a reduction in all areas of restrictive practice.
Please see attached job description for full description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. ClinicalThe following list is indicative as tasks and responsibilities will vary depending on the care setting the Nursing Associate is working in.1.1 The Nursing Associate will:* Have an 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 including daily living, providing person-centred care and promoting health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate.* Perform and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse.* Undertake clinical tasks including cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs.* Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake.* To administer and manage medicines according to policy and local protocol.* Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times .* Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate .* Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals .* 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 .* Contribute to maintaining a therapeutic environment and the structure of the patients day, ensuring that all activity is appropriate to the needs of the patient group, the function of the clinical area and the time of day at which it takes place.* Contribute to the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse.* 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 .* Contribute 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.* Under the guidance of a supervisor provide reports both in written and verbal formats as requested e.g. for a service user Mental Health Act Tribunal or Managers Hearings.* When required, undertake the physical restraint of patients using approved techniques and following the recognised Trust training programme. At the same time the post holder will be required to practice in a manner that promotes a reduction in all areas of restrictive practice.
Please see attached job description for full description.
Person Specification
NMC Registered
Essential
Person Specification
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
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Additional information
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).
