Job summary
Pineheath Ward at Kelling Hospital are excited to offer a rare opportunity for a Band 4 Registered Nursing Associate.
We would welcome applicants with an enthusiastic attitude who reflect the values (compassion, creativity and community) and behaviours of the organisation. You will work as part of a friendly team on the ward.
We are keen to enable our patients to achieve optimum function and independence and quality of life. You will play a key part in this along with your nursing and therapy colleagues. To assist you with this you will receive support and development through in service training, regular appraisals, a personal development plan and clinical supervision.
You must be self-motivated, able to demonstrate sound clinical reasoning skills and have good communication skills. Applicants should have a positive approach to working on a busy hospital ward setting.
If this post interests you, and you are looking to improve your quality of life working in rural Norfolk as part of this developing role we look forward to receiving your application.
If you wish to discuss any aspects of this post please contact Susan Garside - Ward Manager on susan.garside@nchc.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title
The posts will be based at Pineheath Ward, Kelling Hospital working with patients on a hospital ward.
The Nursing & Midwifery Council's 'Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates' identifies the core components of the roles, responsibilities and accountabilities of Nursing Associates. These standards identify what Nursing Associates can contribute to the health and wellbeing of patients and service users, and apply across all health and care settings. Central to the provision of high quality person-centred care is the ability to communicate effectively, with sensitivity and compassion, and to manage relationships with people, making reasonable adjustments where necessary.
Please find Job description attached.
Please note that Registered Nursing Associate applicants will be asked to provide details of registration.
About us
NCHC have an electronic patient records system for recording patient information. You will receive support and training to enable you to use this functionality.
All staff are required to respect confidentiality of all matters that they learn as a result of the employment with the Trust, including matters relating to other members of the staff and members of the public/patients.
You will be expected to maintain appropriate patient and clinical records in line with the Trusts policies and procedures, and in line with the agreed service specification.
The post holder will be expected to participate in an annual appraisal of their work where the job description will be reviewed and objectives set. In line with the annual personal development plan the post holder will be expected to undertake any training or development required to fulfil their role.
You will be required to ensure that all patients, clients and colleagues are treated at all times in an equitable manner, respecting diversity and showing an understanding of diversity in the workplace.
The post holder must carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the Trust's Equality and Diversity Policies, Procedures and Schemes and must ensure that equality is promoted at all times.
NCHC is committed to supporting our voluntary workforce and all apprentices, and all staff are expected to welcome and support volunteers and apprentices in their teams.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected:
- To provide and monitor safe, person centred care to patients in a range of care settings under the direction of a Registered Nurse, without direct supervision in line with an agreed plan of care.
- To support the registered nurse in the contribution to on-going assessment, treatment and care planning for patients
- To promote health and prevent ill health in patients and service users and contribute to integrated care
- To monitor the condition and health needs of patients in partnership with colleagues, families and carers, referring to others for reassessment, when required
- To actively contribute to an effective learning environment and support others in their learning
- To adhere to the Nursing and Midwifery Code of Conduct for Nurses, Midwives and Nursing Associates and work within their scope of practice following the professional standards of practice and behaviours for nurses, midwives and nursing associates and the standards of proficiency.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected:
- To provide and monitor safe, person centred care to patients in a range of care settings under the direction of a Registered Nurse, without direct supervision in line with an agreed plan of care.
- To support the registered nurse in the contribution to on-going assessment, treatment and care planning for patients
- To promote health and prevent ill health in patients and service users and contribute to integrated care
- To monitor the condition and health needs of patients in partnership with colleagues, families and carers, referring to others for reassessment, when required
- To actively contribute to an effective learning environment and support others in their learning
- To adhere to the Nursing and Midwifery Code of Conduct for Nurses, Midwives and Nursing Associates and work within their scope of practice following the professional standards of practice and behaviours for nurses, midwives and nursing associates and the standards of proficiency.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing associate on the NMC register
- Nursing Associate Foundation Degree qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a health / care setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of the multi-disciplinary team
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training & short courses
- Good communication skills
- Highly motivated
Desirable
- Knowledge of multi-disciplinary team roles.
- Experience of working in a community setting.
Communication
Essential
- Tact & diplomacy
- Empathy & sensitivity
- Ability to use own initiative
- Able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written forms
Personal and people development
Essential
- Ability to manage stressful situations
- A team player
- Awareness of own limitations
- Good organisational skills
- Open to change and development
Personal attributes/behaviours
Essential
- Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults
- Able to show initiative
- Able to work alone
- Assertiveness
- Good listening skills
Other
Essential
- Ability tokneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments
- Ability to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
- Ability tomanoeuvre patients using handling aids
- Must have a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle
- Be reliable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing associate on the NMC register
- Nursing Associate Foundation Degree qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a health / care setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of the multi-disciplinary team
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training & short courses
- Good communication skills
- Highly motivated
Desirable
- Knowledge of multi-disciplinary team roles.
- Experience of working in a community setting.
Communication
Essential
- Tact & diplomacy
- Empathy & sensitivity
- Ability to use own initiative
- Able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written forms
Personal and people development
Essential
- Ability to manage stressful situations
- A team player
- Awareness of own limitations
- Good organisational skills
- Open to change and development
Personal attributes/behaviours
Essential
- Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults
- Able to show initiative
- Able to work alone
- Assertiveness
- Good listening skills
Other
Essential
- Ability tokneel, bend & stoop, and work in cramped environments
- Ability to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
- Ability tomanoeuvre patients using handling aids
- Must have a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle
- Be reliable
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).
