Job summary
You should be highly motivated, enthusiastic and pro-active. You will work as part of the nursing team in supporting the ward manager to run an effective and safe ward. Ward 22 treats patients throughout their treatment pathway providing individualised, compassionate and informed care.
You will:
- 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.
Main duties of the job
To work according to the 'NMC Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for Nurses, Midwives and Nursing Associates' and, under direction of a Registered Nurse, contribute to the:
- assessment of patients' nursing care and health education needs;
- development, implementation and evaluation of care for each patient.
The post holder should be proficient in carrying out relevant care at the level expected of a Nursing Associate registrant without direct supervision.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 500,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ over 6,500 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Is registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Nursing Associate registrant.
Desirable
- Evidence of further education since qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice at the level of a newly qualified Nursing Associate
- Able to demonstrate understanding of the NMC Code and its application in practice
- Understands own accountability, responsibility and limitations
- Able to demonstrate understanding of the principles of equality and diversity and its application in practice
- Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS.
Desirable
- Band 4 Nursing Associate experience in an acute setting
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Effective organisational skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Able to demonstrate effective nursing practice in all fundamental care procedures
- Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate
- Able to work on own initiative within boundaries of role
- Team working skills - able to demonstrate understanding of the importance of working as part of a team.
- Supervision skills - able to effectively supervise Trainee Clinical Support Workers, Clinical Support Workers, Trainee Nursing Associates and pre-registration students
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Is registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Nursing Associate registrant.
Desirable
- Evidence of further education since qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice at the level of a newly qualified Nursing Associate
- Able to demonstrate understanding of the NMC Code and its application in practice
- Understands own accountability, responsibility and limitations
- Able to demonstrate understanding of the principles of equality and diversity and its application in practice
- Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS.
Desirable
- Band 4 Nursing Associate experience in an acute setting
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Effective organisational skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Able to demonstrate effective nursing practice in all fundamental care procedures
- Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate
- Able to work on own initiative within boundaries of role
- Team working skills - able to demonstrate understanding of the importance of working as part of a team.
- Supervision skills - able to effectively supervise Trainee Clinical Support Workers, Clinical Support Workers, Trainee Nursing Associates and pre-registration students
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Tonbridge Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN2 4QJ
Employer's website
https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
