Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Nursing Associate (NMC Registered)

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Job summary

We are looking to recruit highly motivated Nursing Associates (NMC Registered) to work in the exciting and rapidly expanding Endoscopy service within Nottingham University Hospitals Trust (NUH).

This fast paced and high patient turn over area requires passionate and forward thinking staff. You must be committed to high standards of patient care and will need to demonstrate the ability to support both acutely ill and chronically ill patients.

All training and supervision will be provided to all successful candidates, enabling them to become proficient in both diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopy skills and pre, peri and post care

Main duties of the job

This fast paced and high patient turn over area requires passionate and forward thinking individuals. You must be committed to high standards of patient care and will need to demonstrate the ability to care for both acutely ill and chronically ill patients. Having excellent communication skills, along with the ability to think independently and prioritise tasks is a must.

You will be providing specialist skills, supporting the clinical teams with a wide variety of endoscopic procedures. You will work closely with a Multidisciplinary Team to care for, and support patients through the service. Specialist

Endoscopy Skills training and supervision will be provided to all successful candidates, enabling them to become proficient in both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy Nursing Associate skills. The service provides specialist nursing to areas such as Upper and Lower Gastrointestinal services, GA in theatres as well as Respiratory and Surgical specialities. Also, an out of hours acute On-Call Service.

About us

With over 17,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

Details

Date posted

01 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

164-5321734-D

Job locations

City Campus, Queens Medical Centre & Nottingham Treatment Centre

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

  • Nursing Associate (NMC registered)
  • Completion of Foundation Degree Nursing Associate

Experience

Essential

  • Understand the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in the context of the team and the organisation

Desirable

  • Be able to demonstrate experience of working in different clinical environments

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

  • Recognition of own level of competence and limitations and able to communicate these to appropriate staff

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

  • Demonstrate an ability to contribute to the assessment, planning and delivery of patient care

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

  • Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations

Physical skills

Essential

  • Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

  • Ability to work shifts to meet the needs of the service
  • Able to commit to the out of hours on call servcie
Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

  • Nursing Associate (NMC registered)
  • Completion of Foundation Degree Nursing Associate

Experience

Essential

  • Understand the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in the context of the team and the organisation

Desirable

  • Be able to demonstrate experience of working in different clinical environments

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

  • Recognition of own level of competence and limitations and able to communicate these to appropriate staff

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

  • Demonstrate an ability to contribute to the assessment, planning and delivery of patient care

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

  • Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations

Physical skills

Essential

  • Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

  • Ability to work shifts to meet the needs of the service
  • Able to commit to the out of hours on call servcie

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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

City Campus, Queens Medical Centre & Nottingham Treatment Centre

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB


Employer's website

https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

City Campus, Queens Medical Centre & Nottingham Treatment Centre

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB


Employer's website

https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Billy Hunter, City Endoscopy

harold.hunter@nuh.nhs.uk

01159249924

Details

Date posted

01 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

164-5321734-D

Job locations

City Campus, Queens Medical Centre & Nottingham Treatment Centre

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB


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