Job summary
Has your NMC registration lapsed? Are you inspired by the idea of returning tonursing?Now is the time to Return to Practice at North Bristol NHS Trust!
North Bristol NHS Trust is the largest hospital trust in theSouth Westof England, providing hospital and community healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset. We are a specialist regional centre fora number ofservices including neurosurgery, renal medicine, plastics, burns, orthopaedics and major trauma. At North Bristol NHS Trust we are passionate about excellent care and our patients/clients know our primary focus is to provide 'Exceptional Healthcare, Personally Delivered'.
North Bristol NHS Trust is currently looking to recruit the next cohort of Return to Practice Adult Nurses. The return to practice programme supports nurses with alapsed NMC registration pinto return to the profession. We work closely with the University of the West of England (UWE), to support you through every aspect of the academic and clinical practice requirements to allow you to re-join the nursing register. You can find out more about this by visiting the UWE website and searching for 'Return to Practice'.
Main duties of the job
All return to practice nurses at North Bristol NHS Truststarton a Band 3 training contract and are paid during their 450-hour supernumerary clinical placement. We have a variety of placements available and will do our best to help you find a role with a working environment and contract that meets your needs. During your placement you will be assigned a practice supervisor and assessor who will support you, alongside the rest of the team.
On successful completion of the Return to Practice course you will be offered a Band 5 post withusand we aim to accommodate your desired career pathway when placing you in a permanent position.
How is the course funded?
The university course fees are paid for by Health EducationSouth West. Return to practice students will also receive a bursary to support with childcare, travel, and book costs.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Bristol is consistently voted the best place to live in the UK, with vibrant local music, arts and gastronomic scenes, a wide range of modern and state of the art shopping, recreation and leisure facilities, a wealth of great local family days out, fantastic transport links for local, nationaland internal holidays, and it has a rich history. If you prefer country, village or smaller town living, our Trust is also easily commutable from a range of attractive locations in North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and South Wales (such as Portishead or Chepstow.
Job description
Job responsibilities
North Bristol NHS Trust currently recruits overseas Nursing staff through an NHS Trust Supplier and we adhere to the NHSE Code of Practice in relation to applicants from Red List countries. We are therefore unable to accept any direct applications from candidates who are not already based in the UK.
For a full overview of the Job Description and Person Specifications, please refer to the PDFs attached as additional documents to this advert.
Please note -This position is unsuitable for international nurses looking for support to gain NMC registration.
We are also unable to support any NMC conditions of practice. Please check the NMC requirements for returning to the register.
Job Summary
The return to practice nurse is a member of the healthcare team appointed to support registered nurses in the delivery of patient care and to assist them to meet their daily needs. The post holder will be supported to complete the Return to Practice level 3 programme at the University of West of England (UWE) with a view to continuing at the Trust in a Band 5 nursing role once NMC registration has been issued. The post holder will take personal responsibility for ensuring that Trust and Local Policies and Procedures are known and followed.
Knowledge, Training, Experience and Skills Required
- Previous NMC registration
- Competent or willing to undertake relevant specialist training in relation to the clinical area
- Up to date mandatory training as set out by North Bristol NHS Trust.
- Computer experience, Knowledge ofLorenzo ,ICE or equivalent systems and e-mail
- Demonstration of caring and compassionate attributes
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to undertake appropriate training for required clinical activities, according to workplace area.
- Previous experience in a hospital setting.
- After appropriate training and competency assessment the post holder will be expected to prepare the patient and accurately perform ECG, undertake venepuncture, perform blood glucose monitoring and record clinical observations.
- Ability to perform basic aseptic techniques and dressings
- Able to monitor order and maintain stock levels.
- Computer skills, ability to access the hospital computer to order bloods, locate and trace medical notes and retrieve personal information.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good organisational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to deal with emergency situations in relation to changes in patient condition and take prompt and appropriate action within the boundaries of local protocols
- Be able to prioritise both your own individualwork loadand co-ordinate junior HCAS under your direct supervision.
- Participate in Ward Meetings.
- Good interpersonal and time management skills.
- Contribute to the provision of a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Establish and maintain relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team
- Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing to those who contribute to patient care.
- Ability to contribute and initiate positive changes to improve the outpatient environment and the service it offers.
- Ability to act as assistant to medical staff during sterile procedures.
- Perform area specific clinical competencies in line with core standards under the direction of a Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner
- Assist with patient assessment within level of competence reporting immediately any changes in the patients physical and mental condition to the Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner.
- Communicate effectively, sensitively and compassionately with colleagues, patients and visitors.
- Understand the importance of accurate and timely communication within the health care environment.
- Prioritise and organise own workload under direction from the Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner.
- Demonstrate ability to work independently following direction from Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner.
- Ability to establish good relationships with work colleagues, patients and visitors. Able to work effectively within a team.
Main Duties and Responsibilities of the Post
- Deliver clinical and therapeutic care to patients as required within set protocols/policies and within the scope of the Health Care Support Worker remit.
- Participate in patient assessment (with direct supervision and after appropriate delegation from the Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner), to deliver high standards of care.
- Perform area specific clinical competencies to enhance the delivery of patient care/therapy.
- Under supervision follow individual care treatmentplans, andreport any changes immediatelyto the Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner.
- Work effectively as part of a team.
- Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives and members of the Multidisciplinary team regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a variety of communication skills in accordance with the patient group.
- Contribute to clear concise patient records and documentation adhering to national standards and trust policies and procedures.
- Obtain consent prior to giving care/therapy in accordance with Trust Consent Policy.
- Provide information to other members of theMulti-disciplinaryteam on the care/therapy provided.
- Undertake transfer/escort of patients from one area to another after appropriate delegation from the Registered Practitioner within their scope of practice.
- Provide clinical care/therapy in accordance with infection prevention and health and safety policies and procedures.
- Promote Health Education specific to the clinical area and in line with national and local policies.
- Initiate and participate with cardio-pulmonary resuscitation procedures.
Environment Support
- Ensure clinical area is prepared and maintained as appropriate to individual patient needs.
- Maintain the work environment in line with Trust Infection prevention and Health and Safety policies.
- Identify requirements for and availability of equipment stores, CSSD as appropriate forpatientsclinical care/ therapy.
- Identify and take appropriate action when equipment malfunctions.
- Identify potential risk issues, which could affect the patients health or social care needs.
Professional
- Be familiar and comply with all Trust Policies and Procedures.
- Actat all timesin a manner, which illustrates respect for privacy, dignity and confidentiality.
- Exhibit professional behaviour and attitude at alltimes, anddemonstrate excellent customer care skills and ensure actions support equality and diversity.
- Act within limits of own competence, ensuring actions support care, protection and wellbeing of others.
- Maintain responsibility for the identification of own continuing educational and development needs, including audits of own work practice. Formulate a personal development plan and participate in the annual appraisal process.
- Ensure all required mandatory training is undertaken in line with Trust policy.
- Participate where needed, during investigations relating to incidents involving patients and/or staff.
Administration
- Use IT systems fore.g.data collection, patient records, information and treatment investigative requests.
- Effectively utilise resources within departmental budgetary requirements.
- Ensure that correct procedures are followed in the event of an incident or accident involving patients, staff or visitors.
- Participate in ward and departmental meetings.
- Participate in the induction and orientation of newly appointed staff, learners and other visitors to the ward/dept.
- Ensure safe custody, return or disposal of patients property in accordance with Trust Policies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
North Bristol NHS Trust currently recruits overseas Nursing staff through an NHS Trust Supplier and we adhere to the NHSE Code of Practice in relation to applicants from Red List countries. We are therefore unable to accept any direct applications from candidates who are not already based in the UK.
For a full overview of the Job Description and Person Specifications, please refer to the PDFs attached as additional documents to this advert.
Please note -This position is unsuitable for international nurses looking for support to gain NMC registration.
We are also unable to support any NMC conditions of practice. Please check the NMC requirements for returning to the register.
Job Summary
The return to practice nurse is a member of the healthcare team appointed to support registered nurses in the delivery of patient care and to assist them to meet their daily needs. The post holder will be supported to complete the Return to Practice level 3 programme at the University of West of England (UWE) with a view to continuing at the Trust in a Band 5 nursing role once NMC registration has been issued. The post holder will take personal responsibility for ensuring that Trust and Local Policies and Procedures are known and followed.
Knowledge, Training, Experience and Skills Required
- Previous NMC registration
- Competent or willing to undertake relevant specialist training in relation to the clinical area
- Up to date mandatory training as set out by North Bristol NHS Trust.
- Computer experience, Knowledge ofLorenzo ,ICE or equivalent systems and e-mail
- Demonstration of caring and compassionate attributes
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to undertake appropriate training for required clinical activities, according to workplace area.
- Previous experience in a hospital setting.
- After appropriate training and competency assessment the post holder will be expected to prepare the patient and accurately perform ECG, undertake venepuncture, perform blood glucose monitoring and record clinical observations.
- Ability to perform basic aseptic techniques and dressings
- Able to monitor order and maintain stock levels.
- Computer skills, ability to access the hospital computer to order bloods, locate and trace medical notes and retrieve personal information.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good organisational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to deal with emergency situations in relation to changes in patient condition and take prompt and appropriate action within the boundaries of local protocols
- Be able to prioritise both your own individualwork loadand co-ordinate junior HCAS under your direct supervision.
- Participate in Ward Meetings.
- Good interpersonal and time management skills.
- Contribute to the provision of a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Establish and maintain relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team
- Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing to those who contribute to patient care.
- Ability to contribute and initiate positive changes to improve the outpatient environment and the service it offers.
- Ability to act as assistant to medical staff during sterile procedures.
- Perform area specific clinical competencies in line with core standards under the direction of a Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner
- Assist with patient assessment within level of competence reporting immediately any changes in the patients physical and mental condition to the Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner.
- Communicate effectively, sensitively and compassionately with colleagues, patients and visitors.
- Understand the importance of accurate and timely communication within the health care environment.
- Prioritise and organise own workload under direction from the Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner.
- Demonstrate ability to work independently following direction from Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner.
- Ability to establish good relationships with work colleagues, patients and visitors. Able to work effectively within a team.
Main Duties and Responsibilities of the Post
- Deliver clinical and therapeutic care to patients as required within set protocols/policies and within the scope of the Health Care Support Worker remit.
- Participate in patient assessment (with direct supervision and after appropriate delegation from the Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner), to deliver high standards of care.
- Perform area specific clinical competencies to enhance the delivery of patient care/therapy.
- Under supervision follow individual care treatmentplans, andreport any changes immediatelyto the Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner.
- Work effectively as part of a team.
- Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives and members of the Multidisciplinary team regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a variety of communication skills in accordance with the patient group.
- Contribute to clear concise patient records and documentation adhering to national standards and trust policies and procedures.
- Obtain consent prior to giving care/therapy in accordance with Trust Consent Policy.
- Provide information to other members of theMulti-disciplinaryteam on the care/therapy provided.
- Undertake transfer/escort of patients from one area to another after appropriate delegation from the Registered Practitioner within their scope of practice.
- Provide clinical care/therapy in accordance with infection prevention and health and safety policies and procedures.
- Promote Health Education specific to the clinical area and in line with national and local policies.
- Initiate and participate with cardio-pulmonary resuscitation procedures.
Environment Support
- Ensure clinical area is prepared and maintained as appropriate to individual patient needs.
- Maintain the work environment in line with Trust Infection prevention and Health and Safety policies.
- Identify requirements for and availability of equipment stores, CSSD as appropriate forpatientsclinical care/ therapy.
- Identify and take appropriate action when equipment malfunctions.
- Identify potential risk issues, which could affect the patients health or social care needs.
Professional
- Be familiar and comply with all Trust Policies and Procedures.
- Actat all timesin a manner, which illustrates respect for privacy, dignity and confidentiality.
- Exhibit professional behaviour and attitude at alltimes, anddemonstrate excellent customer care skills and ensure actions support equality and diversity.
- Act within limits of own competence, ensuring actions support care, protection and wellbeing of others.
- Maintain responsibility for the identification of own continuing educational and development needs, including audits of own work practice. Formulate a personal development plan and participate in the annual appraisal process.
- Ensure all required mandatory training is undertaken in line with Trust policy.
- Participate where needed, during investigations relating to incidents involving patients and/or staff.
Administration
- Use IT systems fore.g.data collection, patient records, information and treatment investigative requests.
- Effectively utilise resources within departmental budgetary requirements.
- Ensure that correct procedures are followed in the event of an incident or accident involving patients, staff or visitors.
- Participate in ward and departmental meetings.
- Participate in the induction and orientation of newly appointed staff, learners and other visitors to the ward/dept.
- Ensure safe custody, return or disposal of patients property in accordance with Trust Policies.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Previous NMC registration
- Maths/English GCSE C or above
Experience
Essential
- experience in working in an acute health care setting
- Experience of time management skills and prioritising work
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Previous NMC registration
- Maths/English GCSE C or above
Experience
Essential
- experience in working in an acute health care setting
- Experience of time management skills and prioritising work
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).
