Job summary
Would
you like to top up your existing qualification* to become a Registered Adult
Nurse?
Then
the Transfer to nursing programme is for you!
*This
programme is open to Registered Nursing Associates (RNA) who have experience
since qualifying and completed their preceptorship.
*And
Associate practitioners (APs) with significant experience.
Your
existing qualification will be assessed against the BSc Hons degree in Adult
Nursing and you will then RPEL into the programme. Prior to commencement, you
will be required to demonstrate on-going learning and reflective practice.
The
programme is delivered by the apprenticeship route where you will be employed
at LTHT and undertake your academic studies through Leeds Beckett University.
During
the apprenticeship you will develop knowledge, skills and behaviours that
will allow you to work in todays dynamic and ever changing healthcare
environment. Whilst you will be allocated to one specific area, you will also
experience working across both internal and external clinical placements
gaining skills, knowledge, experience and an appreciation of the different
areas of the local healthcare service, meeting the Nursing and Midwifery
Council (NMC) practice learning requirements.
Main duties of the job
The
Transfer to Nursing programme allows the trainee to work to become a Registered
Nurse with a BSc Hons degree in Adult Nursing.
The course combines work-based and academic learning between LTHT and an
approved Higher Education Institute (HEI).
As
a Transfer to Nurse student you will be based as a paid employee, within
LTHT. Whilst you will be allocated to
one specific area, you will experience working across both internal and
external placements to gain an appreciation of the different areas of local
healthcare services and meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
requirements for entry to the NMC register, which will provide you with
Registered Nurse status.
You
will be required to achieve the education and practice standards as set out by
the NMC, HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeships and undertake an integrated
end point assessment, as well as completion of the degree programme.
During the degree programme you will develop skills
and knowledge that will allow you to work in todays dynamic and changing
healthcare environment. You will be required to commit to self-directed study
and successfully complete the programme within the contract period.
About us
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest acute health providers in
the UK and based in one of the fastest growing and vibrant cities in the North.
Come and join our team in Leeds and become part of The Leeds Way sharing our
vision and values. Our Trust is recognised for our staff engagement, great care
and rated GOOD by the Care Quality Commission. At Leeds Teaching Hospitals, we
aim to be a fair and supportive Trust with positive, caring teams who are
champions of the Leeds Way values. Our values are part of what make us
different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a
responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see
as important to how we work.
Our
five values are: Patient-centred, Collaborative, Fair, Accountable and
Empowered.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
2. JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY
The
Transfer to Nursing - Apprentice Nurse course is up to a three year education
programme, working to become a Registered Nurse with a BSc Hons degree in Adult
Nursing. The course combines work-based
and academic learning between LTHT and an approved Higher Education Institute
(HEI).
As
a Transfer to Nurse student you will be based as a paid employee, within
LTHT. Whilst you will be allocated to
one specific area, you will experience working across both internal and
external placements to gain an appreciation of the different areas of local
healthcare services and meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
requirements for entry to the NMC register, which will provide you with
Registered Nurse status.
You
will be required to achieve the education and practice standards as set out by
the NMC, HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeships and undertake an integrated
end point assessment, as well as completion of the degree programme.
During
the degree programme you will develop skills and knowledge that will allow you
to work in todays dynamic and changing healthcare environment. You will be
required to commit to self-directed study and successfully complete the
programme within the contract period.
Applications are welcomed from those
aged 18 years or over
The Transfer to Nurse is a paid
member of staff, working within the Trust, you will be allocated set time to
attend academic study and placements
As
part of the apprenticeship you will be required to:
Deliver high quality, compassionate
care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse with a focus on
promoting patient health and independence
Successfully complete and pass the
academic and practice elements of the programme as specified by the Leeds
Teaching Hospital Trust (LTHT), HEI and Institute of Apprenticeship standards.
According to these standards you will be required to complete 4,300 hours
equally divided between theory and practice as off the job training. You will
also be required to complete an apprentice portfolio that demonstrates learning
and skills and complete an end point assessment.
Successfully complete the nursing
competencies related to NMC standards as specified by the Trust and the
University
Have sound attitudes and behaviours
compatible with NHS Values and LTHT values as set out in The Leeds Way
Work as part of a designated clinical
care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient as a
rostered member of staff as on the job training
Work with an NMC approved assessor,
taking responsibility for developing your own nursing competence while on
placements and attending academic study; maintaining evidence of your
learning
Adhere to the policies and procedures
required as an employee of LTHT
Work within the competency boundaries
as set at each stage of the programme and as determined by the Nursing and
Midwifery standards for registered nurse preparation, regardless of previous
healthcare experience.
Demonstrate a flexible and dynamic
attitude, both to your paid work and academic studies
For more information please refer to the attached Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
2. JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY
The
Transfer to Nursing - Apprentice Nurse course is up to a three year education
programme, working to become a Registered Nurse with a BSc Hons degree in Adult
Nursing. The course combines work-based
and academic learning between LTHT and an approved Higher Education Institute
(HEI).
As
a Transfer to Nurse student you will be based as a paid employee, within
LTHT. Whilst you will be allocated to
one specific area, you will experience working across both internal and
external placements to gain an appreciation of the different areas of local
healthcare services and meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
requirements for entry to the NMC register, which will provide you with
Registered Nurse status.
You
will be required to achieve the education and practice standards as set out by
the NMC, HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeships and undertake an integrated
end point assessment, as well as completion of the degree programme.
During
the degree programme you will develop skills and knowledge that will allow you
to work in todays dynamic and changing healthcare environment. You will be
required to commit to self-directed study and successfully complete the
programme within the contract period.
Applications are welcomed from those
aged 18 years or over
The Transfer to Nurse is a paid
member of staff, working within the Trust, you will be allocated set time to
attend academic study and placements
As
part of the apprenticeship you will be required to:
Deliver high quality, compassionate
care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse with a focus on
promoting patient health and independence
Successfully complete and pass the
academic and practice elements of the programme as specified by the Leeds
Teaching Hospital Trust (LTHT), HEI and Institute of Apprenticeship standards.
According to these standards you will be required to complete 4,300 hours
equally divided between theory and practice as off the job training. You will
also be required to complete an apprentice portfolio that demonstrates learning
and skills and complete an end point assessment.
Successfully complete the nursing
competencies related to NMC standards as specified by the Trust and the
University
Have sound attitudes and behaviours
compatible with NHS Values and LTHT values as set out in The Leeds Way
Work as part of a designated clinical
care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient as a
rostered member of staff as on the job training
Work with an NMC approved assessor,
taking responsibility for developing your own nursing competence while on
placements and attending academic study; maintaining evidence of your
learning
Adhere to the policies and procedures
required as an employee of LTHT
Work within the competency boundaries
as set at each stage of the programme and as determined by the Nursing and
Midwifery standards for registered nurse preparation, regardless of previous
healthcare experience.
Demonstrate a flexible and dynamic
attitude, both to your paid work and academic studies
For more information please refer to the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working in a clinical setting post FDs or AP qualification
- Completion of Preceptorship period
Qualifications
Essential
- FDs Nursing Associate including completion of End Point Assessment or Recognised Assistant Practitioner programme with 120 credits at level 4
- English GCSE Grade C or 4 or above or Functional skills level 2 or equivalent qualification
- Maths GCSE Grade C or 4 or above or Functional skills level 2 or equivalent qualification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Basic IT skills
- Willingness to learn and commitment to study
- Excellent interpersonal skills and team working
- Patient focused
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working in a clinical setting post FDs or AP qualification
- Completion of Preceptorship period
Qualifications
Essential
- FDs Nursing Associate including completion of End Point Assessment or Recognised Assistant Practitioner programme with 120 credits at level 4
- English GCSE Grade C or 4 or above or Functional skills level 2 or equivalent qualification
- Maths GCSE Grade C or 4 or above or Functional skills level 2 or equivalent qualification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Basic IT skills
- Willingness to learn and commitment to study
- Excellent interpersonal skills and team working
- Patient focused
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.
