Job summary
Job Overview for Band 3:
As a member of the nursing team in an enhanced role you will support and closely work withregistered nurses to deliver a high standard of care to patients in a caring and safe environment.To work as part of the wider ward team in developing and maintaining services provided to patientsand contribute to the safe, efficient and smooth running of the ward/clinical area. To maintain thedignity and privacy of all patients and respect their right to confidentiality.To complete and maintain on an ongoing basis a generic and specific portfolio of clinicalcompetencies and/or the Care Certificate as required. To review progress with ward manager andteam leader at regular intervals and through appraisal process. Understand own level ofresponsibility and accountability in relation to registered staff. Understand own level ofresponsibility, scope of practice and accountability in relation to registered staff. All policies mustalso be adhered to at all times.
Job overview for Band 2:
As a member of the nursing team you will support registered nurses to deliver a high standard ofcare to patients in a caring and safe environment.To complete and maintain on an ongoing basis a generic and specific portfolio of clinicalcompetencies and/or the Care Certificate as required.
Main duties of the job
Oxford Centre for Respiratory Medicine (Osler Respiratory Unit) based in John Radcliffe Hospital currently has positions available for Nursing Assistants. This is a developmental post from Band 2 to Band 3. Successful candidates will start as band 2 Nursing assistants with aim to uplift to Band 3 Nursing assistant following the completion of the competencies and the requirement needed to become a band 3.
We are seeking Nursing Assistants who are motivated, dynamic and possess excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills. You will assist in caring for our patients as well as the maintenance of the patient environment in terms of cleanliness, tidiness and restocking of supplies. Must be flexible and prepared to work in any area within the directorate.
In return the successful candidates can look forward to working in a professional environment with colleagues who are all passionate about delivering outstanding care to patients and their families .
Do you feel you can provide Excellence in your care? Compassion? Respect? Do you take pride in the Delivery of the care you provide?
If you believe that you possess these values, we believe that you will be a great investment in our quest to deliver Compassionate Excellence throughout our healthcare in the Trust.
Informal visits are highly recommended.
Closing Date: 31th July 2022 23:59am
Proposed Interview Date: TBD
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk
The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Job description
Job responsibilities
as per attached documents for band 2 and band 3 job description.
This is a developmental post from band 2 to band 3. Successful candidates will start as Band 2 nursing assistant then to be uplifted to Band 3 once all necessary pre requisites( Completion of the care certificate, observation booklet, band 2 competencies and satisfactory appraisal) are achieved.
Job description
Job responsibilities
as per attached documents for band 2 and band 3 job description.
This is a developmental post from band 2 to band 3. Successful candidates will start as Band 2 nursing assistant then to be uplifted to Band 3 once all necessary pre requisites( Completion of the care certificate, observation booklet, band 2 competencies and satisfactory appraisal) are achieved.
Person Specification
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Able to demonstrate the ability to put patients at the heart of what you do and recognising different needs by encouraging a spirit of support, integrity, respect and teamwork
- Shows pride in the quality of care they provide for patients and learning from successes and setbacks.
- Evidence of commitment to the Oxford University Hospitals vision and values
Education, training and qualif
Essential
- Successful completion of Trust approaved literacy and numeracy level 1 assessment completed at interview.
- Good command of spoken English assessed at interview
- Motivated to develop knowledge and skills
- Willing to undertake self-development activities to improve clinical effectiveness.
Desirable
- Evidence of Level 2 Diploma or Apprenticeship in Health related subject
- Evidence of the Care Certifcate
Clinical Practice
Essential
- Demonstrates awareness of importance of working as part of a team
- Able to deliver a high standard of care for patients and always striving to improve on what you do through change and innovation
- Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Appreciates and accepts individual team members bring a range of different skills and experience
- Able to undertake specific procedures involving physical skills commensurate with practice area and level of competence.
Desirable
- Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
- Experience of the NHS and or health care
Planning and Organisation
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of working in a busy and variable environment
- Flexible approach to shift patterns and unit needs which may involve working in different areas or cross site working
- Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety.
- Able to use initiative within the boundaries of the role
- Evidence of working with the general public as part of a team.
Improving Quality and Developi
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality
- Demonstrate insight into role applied for
- To be willing to learn new skills and to undertake the Care Certifcate in the agreed timescales when new to role
Personal Qualities and Physica
Essential
- Able to work under direct supervision
- Organised with good time management skills
- Ability to cope effectively under pressure and resilient
- Good interpersonal skills
Person Specification
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Able to demonstrate the ability to put patients at the heart of what you do and recognising different needs by encouraging a spirit of support, integrity, respect and teamwork
- Shows pride in the quality of care they provide for patients and learning from successes and setbacks.
- Evidence of commitment to the Oxford University Hospitals vision and values
Education, training and qualif
Essential
- Successful completion of Trust approaved literacy and numeracy level 1 assessment completed at interview.
- Good command of spoken English assessed at interview
- Motivated to develop knowledge and skills
- Willing to undertake self-development activities to improve clinical effectiveness.
Desirable
- Evidence of Level 2 Diploma or Apprenticeship in Health related subject
- Evidence of the Care Certifcate
Clinical Practice
Essential
- Demonstrates awareness of importance of working as part of a team
- Able to deliver a high standard of care for patients and always striving to improve on what you do through change and innovation
- Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Appreciates and accepts individual team members bring a range of different skills and experience
- Able to undertake specific procedures involving physical skills commensurate with practice area and level of competence.
Desirable
- Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
- Experience of the NHS and or health care
Planning and Organisation
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of working in a busy and variable environment
- Flexible approach to shift patterns and unit needs which may involve working in different areas or cross site working
- Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety.
- Able to use initiative within the boundaries of the role
- Evidence of working with the general public as part of a team.
Improving Quality and Developi
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality
- Demonstrate insight into role applied for
- To be willing to learn new skills and to undertake the Care Certifcate in the agreed timescales when new to role
Personal Qualities and Physica
Essential
- Able to work under direct supervision
- Organised with good time management skills
- Ability to cope effectively under pressure and resilient
- Good interpersonal skills
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.
