Job summary
The role of the Nursing Associate is to work with the multi professional team and the Registered Nurse to assess, plan organize and deliver clinical care in line with service and patient needs, as agreed with supervising clinicians Using the breadth of knowledge across fields of nursing the Nursing Associate will provide holistic and person centered care and support for people of all ages and in a variety of settings. The Nursing Associate will work independently under the leadership of Registered Nurses, working within the sphere of nursing care and within all aspects of the nursing process (Health Education England 2018).
An Assistant Practitioner works under the supervision of a Nursing Associate in accordance with Trust policy, protocols, and standard operating procedures. The Nursing Associate remains accountable for the appropriate and effective delegation of activities and must ensure that the Assistant Practitioner has the competency, confidence, and expertise to carry out such activities. Having accepted the activity, the Assistant Practitioner is accountable for their actions. In a situation where the Assistant Practitioner feels they do not have the necessary skills or ability then they must alert the Nursing Associate immediately.
You'll need to be a car driver with your own vehicle to visit patients in their own homes. We offer a generous mileage allowance to cover the use of your car for NHS business, which includes both mileage and depreciation.
Main duties of the job
As a Nursing Associate you will have the roles, responsibilities and accountabilities of:
*To be responsible for providing the appropriate nursing evidence-based care of an allocated group of patients.
*Be an accountable professional who is responsible for their actions, working in line with NMC standards of proficiency.
*Recognise and work within the limits of their competency.
*To work as part of a multidisciplinary team using resources efficiently.
*To deliver quality care to patients and to work effectively within the nursing team.
*To be competent in carrying out a variety of clinical procedures.
As an Assistant Practitioner you will have a basic understanding of:
*the principles and philosophy of health and social care.
*the physiology, organisation and function of the human body.
*lifespan developments and healthcare needs.
*research and development in the health and social care sector to inform and improve quality of care.
*provision and promotion of holistic person-centred care and support, duty of care and safeguarding of individuals;
*the importance of the strategic environment in health and social care and the implications for the individual.
*the importance of current evidence-based practice within scope of the role.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Ensures clear lines of communication and works collaboratively with all relevant health care professionals and agencies.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate complex sensitive information to a wide variety of professionals through a variety of methods including the use of interpersonal skill
Manages own work and case load and implements programmes of care in line with current evidence, taking action relative to an individual's health and care needs
Undertakes defined clinical or therapeutic interventions appropriately delegated by the Nursing Associate
Undertakes physiological and/or psychological observations as part of an assessment of an individual's healthcare status. Reports changes to the Nursing Associate when the nature of the change falls outside of the agreed scope of role.
Have demonstrated the proficiency to administer medications and undertake medicines management update training.
To be aware of and adhere to Trust Policies relating to the control and administration of drugs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Ensures clear lines of communication and works collaboratively with all relevant health care professionals and agencies.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate complex sensitive information to a wide variety of professionals through a variety of methods including the use of interpersonal skill
Manages own work and case load and implements programmes of care in line with current evidence, taking action relative to an individual's health and care needs
Undertakes defined clinical or therapeutic interventions appropriately delegated by the Nursing Associate
Undertakes physiological and/or psychological observations as part of an assessment of an individual's healthcare status. Reports changes to the Nursing Associate when the nature of the change falls outside of the agreed scope of role.
Have demonstrated the proficiency to administer medications and undertake medicines management update training.
To be aware of and adhere to Trust Policies relating to the control and administration of drugs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Demonstrates meeting the standards of the Care Certificate
- *An accredited level 5 vocational qualification such as a Foundation Degree or other Level 5 Diploma in Healthcare.
- *Registered Nurse Associate on the NMC Register
- *Competency in the core skills for this post
Experience
Essential
- *Importance of current evidence-based practice within scope of the role.
- *Relevant experience in the area applied for
- *Relevant experience of working with patients and families from a range of cultures and backgrounds
- *Relevant experience of working self-directed and as part of a team
- *Demonstrates an insight to the Scope of the Nursing Associate role as part of the multi-disciplinary team and Trust and how role will contribute to the development of our services
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *Confident and able to relate to staff, patients and relatives in a professional manner relevant to the environment
- *Demonstrates ability to assess clinical situations and respond appropriately
- *Demonstrates ability to motivate self and others
- *Prepared to be accountable for own actions and omissions to service users, employer and public in line with the Code
- *Must have a full UK driving license with appropriate business insurance for the purpose of this role and must have access to own transport.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Demonstrates meeting the standards of the Care Certificate
- *An accredited level 5 vocational qualification such as a Foundation Degree or other Level 5 Diploma in Healthcare.
- *Registered Nurse Associate on the NMC Register
- *Competency in the core skills for this post
Experience
Essential
- *Importance of current evidence-based practice within scope of the role.
- *Relevant experience in the area applied for
- *Relevant experience of working with patients and families from a range of cultures and backgrounds
- *Relevant experience of working self-directed and as part of a team
- *Demonstrates an insight to the Scope of the Nursing Associate role as part of the multi-disciplinary team and Trust and how role will contribute to the development of our services
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *Confident and able to relate to staff, patients and relatives in a professional manner relevant to the environment
- *Demonstrates ability to assess clinical situations and respond appropriately
- *Demonstrates ability to motivate self and others
- *Prepared to be accountable for own actions and omissions to service users, employer and public in line with the Code
- *Must have a full UK driving license with appropriate business insurance for the purpose of this role and must have access to own transport.
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).
