Job summary
Nursing Associate Band 4
We are welcoming applicants for band 4 Nursing Associates
Come and work in Redbridge.
This role will be supporting the existing integrated care agenda which consists of Community Nurses, Physio, OT's, Community matrons, Social workers and the Mental Health Team . Participation in an MDT, supporting improving care in care homes
The post is 08.30-5.00 Monday to Sunday and will involve all basic nursing task in patient's own home and in care home. The ability to travel quickly and freely within Redbridge is essential. Car Driver is desirable
NELFT are committed to provide a working environment that promotes Staff Health and Wellbeing encouraging staff to engage in a wide range of different activities to support this.
Main duties of the job
You will be working with a diverse community enabling you to develop knowledge and skills around differing cultural perspectives whilst delivering nursing care. We work in patients own homes and residential care homes . Our patients are over the age of 18 with a predominant physical nursing need.
About us
COVID-19 VaccinationWe continue to encourage all staff to ensure that they have been double vaccinated and received their booster. We recognise that taking the vaccine provides the best defence against COVID 19 for our patients, our staff and their families.
Probationary PeriodThis post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
Starting with NELFTNELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop in sessions focusing in engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.High Cost Area Supplement - London
This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum payment of £4,313 and a maximum payment of £5,436).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications from students and newly qualified nursing associates are welcome as we can offer you a comprehensive induction and local preceptorship programme.
The ideal candidate must be a registered nurse associate, registered with the NMC and will work as a member of the Integrated Community team, working within and across professional and organisational boundaries. Liaising with GPs, other professionals and statutory and voluntary agencies, he/she will deliver individualised care to patients under the supervision of the Senior Nurse.
NELFT has a multi-cultural and ethnically diverse population and offers a wide spectrum of healthcare challenges which can be both complex and rewarding. As part of our Community Health Service commitment to improve the working lives of our staff, we offer flexible working arrangements as service delivery allows , childcare vouchers, family-friendly policies and staff benefits including an excellent pension scheme. We are committed to providing a culture of continuous learning, which actively supports the professional and personal development of our staff.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details on this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications from students and newly qualified nursing associates are welcome as we can offer you a comprehensive induction and local preceptorship programme.
The ideal candidate must be a registered nurse associate, registered with the NMC and will work as a member of the Integrated Community team, working within and across professional and organisational boundaries. Liaising with GPs, other professionals and statutory and voluntary agencies, he/she will deliver individualised care to patients under the supervision of the Senior Nurse.
NELFT has a multi-cultural and ethnically diverse population and offers a wide spectrum of healthcare challenges which can be both complex and rewarding. As part of our Community Health Service commitment to improve the working lives of our staff, we offer flexible working arrangements as service delivery allows , childcare vouchers, family-friendly policies and staff benefits including an excellent pension scheme. We are committed to providing a culture of continuous learning, which actively supports the professional and personal development of our staff.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details on this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nursing associate
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Willingness to develop new skills
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community team
- Knowledge of primary care
Skill
Essential
- Ability to get self and any equipment needed around the community in an efficient and timely manner
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
- Evidence of the ability to undertake clinical skills as outlined in the NMC Nursing Associate Skills Annex
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nursing associate
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Willingness to develop new skills
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community team
- Knowledge of primary care
Skill
Essential
- Ability to get self and any equipment needed around the community in an efficient and timely manner
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
- Evidence of the ability to undertake clinical skills as outlined in the NMC Nursing Associate Skills Annex
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).
