Job summary
Birchington Ward is an 19 bedded Gynaecology caring for both oncology and patients with general gynaecological conditions. There is also an Ambulatory unit based on the ward comprising of Early Pregnancy Unit and Gynaecological Assessment Unit.
Currently we have new and exciting opportunities for dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic Band 4 Nursing Associate who are in possession of a relevant foundation degree and who are passionate about caring for people with all forms of conditions.
We firmly believe that developing our staff is key to success; we have a dynamic and progressive training and development ethos, providing excellent opportunities to enhance your knowledge and competencies, nurturing your personal and professional development by encouraging and supporting you to reach your full potential. You will have plenty of opportunities to develop and grow here at East Kent Hospital University Foundation Trust, you may have come for a job but youll stay for a career.
Main duties of the job
- Being an accountable professional:
- act in the best interests of the people they care for;
- put people first and provide nursing care that is person centred, safe and compassionate;
- act professionally at all times;
- use knowledge and experience to make evidence based decisions and solve problems;
- recognise and work within the limits of their competence;
- be responsible for their actions.
Promoting health and preventing ill health:
About us
Today, the team at East Kent Hospitals will care for more than 2,000 people. Most of these people and their loved ones will be at a significant moment in their lives an emergency situation, a diagnosis, a new life, a last chance to say goodbye, or a new chance to learn or regain skills.
Thats why if you are passionate about people, youre the perfect fit for us, whether you are a health professional or someone who can bring your valuable skills behind the scenes.
Our vision is great healthcare from great people if you are great at what you do and want to work in an environment where you can give your best, come and be part of us!
Job description
Job responsibilities
- support people to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing;
- active involvement in the prevention of and protection against disease and ill health;
- engage in public health, community development, and in the reduction of health inequalities.
Provide and monitor care:
- provide compassionate, safe and effective care and support to people in a range of care settings;
- monitor the condition and health needs of people within their care on a continual basis in partnership with people, families, and carers;
- contribute to on-going assessment recognising when it is necessary to refer to others for reassessment;
- communicate effectively with colleagues, providing clear verbal, digital or written information and instructions when sharing information, delegating or handing over responsibility for care;
- recognise and report any situations, behaviours or errors that could result in poor care outcomes;
- safely administer medication and monitor the patient for reactions; as part of safe; effective care as guided by Trust policy.
Working in teams:
- play an active role as members of interdisciplinary teams;
- collaborate and communicate effectively with nurses, a range of other health and care professionals and lay carers;
- support learners to develop their clinical and professional skills.
Improving safety and quality of care:
- improve the quality of care by contributing to the continuous monitoring of peoples experience of care;
- identify risks to safety or experience and take appropriate action, putting the best interests, needs and preferences of people first.
Contributing to integrated care:
- contribute to the provision of care for people, including those with complex needs
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- support people to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing;
- active involvement in the prevention of and protection against disease and ill health;
- engage in public health, community development, and in the reduction of health inequalities.
Provide and monitor care:
- provide compassionate, safe and effective care and support to people in a range of care settings;
- monitor the condition and health needs of people within their care on a continual basis in partnership with people, families, and carers;
- contribute to on-going assessment recognising when it is necessary to refer to others for reassessment;
- communicate effectively with colleagues, providing clear verbal, digital or written information and instructions when sharing information, delegating or handing over responsibility for care;
- recognise and report any situations, behaviours or errors that could result in poor care outcomes;
- safely administer medication and monitor the patient for reactions; as part of safe; effective care as guided by Trust policy.
Working in teams:
- play an active role as members of interdisciplinary teams;
- collaborate and communicate effectively with nurses, a range of other health and care professionals and lay carers;
- support learners to develop their clinical and professional skills.
Improving safety and quality of care:
- improve the quality of care by contributing to the continuous monitoring of peoples experience of care;
- identify risks to safety or experience and take appropriate action, putting the best interests, needs and preferences of people first.
Contributing to integrated care:
- contribute to the provision of care for people, including those with complex needs
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Has completed the Nursing Associate Programme
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate Diploma
Skills
Essential
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Has completed the Nursing Associate Programme
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate Diploma
Skills
Essential
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).
