Job summary
We are looking to recruit Trainee Nursing Associates to work within Erewash Primary Care Networks Multidisciplinary hubs.
The post holders will work with a diverse range of people from different cultural and social backgrounds. The ability to work confidentially and effectively in a varied, and sometimes challenging environment is essential.
The successful candidates will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and be organised, patient and empathetic.
Be willing to enroll on and successfully complete the 2 year Trainee Nursing Associate programme and additional training as required.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) delivering a high standard of care that focuses on the direct needs of patients.
Delivery of high quality, compassionate care whilst undertaking specific clinical and care tasks under the direction of a registered nurse (or other registered care professional) with a focus on promoting good health and independence.
Work with a supervisor to take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership, and reflective practice skills within the workplace, while on placements and through attending the nursing associate training programme.
Develop by the end of the nursing associate training programme the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of the nursing associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
About us
Erewash Primary Care Network (PCN) is a large PCN supporting a population of just over 100,000. We have 11 practices in and around the market towns of Ilkeston and Long Eaton which share a long history of collaborative working to improve the health of our population.
We are seeking people who share our values of being positive,
patient focussed, flexible, customer orientated, and a team player with a Can
Do attitude, as we look to drive forward to be the best we can be, for each
member of our team and as a collective team.
We strive for both clinical and
administrative excellence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trainee Nursing Associate will work as a member of the General Practice Nursing team
under the direction of a Registered clinician and support the organisation
and facilitation of clinical care in a holistic and proactive manner to
patients registered at the practice.
You
will maintain a high professional standard of nursing care in adherence to all
Practice protocols/policies & guidelines, as well as to provide nursing
assistance to the GPs and other members of the primary healthcare team.
The role of the Trainee Nursing Associate needs to be flexible in line with the present atmosphere for
change within the health service delivery. It is essential that the Trainee Nursing
Associate works within their own level of competency and expand her/his role in
accordance with practice requirements and own scope of practice.
Please see job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trainee Nursing Associate will work as a member of the General Practice Nursing team
under the direction of a Registered clinician and support the organisation
and facilitation of clinical care in a holistic and proactive manner to
patients registered at the practice.
You
will maintain a high professional standard of nursing care in adherence to all
Practice protocols/policies & guidelines, as well as to provide nursing
assistance to the GPs and other members of the primary healthcare team.
The role of the Trainee Nursing Associate needs to be flexible in line with the present atmosphere for
change within the health service delivery. It is essential that the Trainee Nursing
Associate works within their own level of competency and expand her/his role in
accordance with practice requirements and own scope of practice.
Please see job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to study at Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education Level and commit to completing the Foundation Degree programme.
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent.
Desirable
- Qualifications and Credit Framework Level 3 in Care or equivalent in terms of both academic attainment and previous care experience.
- Essential induction training and experience - care certificate or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience in a health care setting.
- Experience working in accordance to policy and procedures.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care setting.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Good organisational skills
- Good technical literacy to be able to record accurately the details of activity completed
- Willing to undertake further training to learn new skills and develop your role
- See person specification for full details
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to study at Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education Level and commit to completing the Foundation Degree programme.
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent.
Desirable
- Qualifications and Credit Framework Level 3 in Care or equivalent in terms of both academic attainment and previous care experience.
- Essential induction training and experience - care certificate or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience in a health care setting.
- Experience working in accordance to policy and procedures.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care setting.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Good organisational skills
- Good technical literacy to be able to record accurately the details of activity completed
- Willing to undertake further training to learn new skills and develop your role
- See person specification for full details
Desirable
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.
