Job summary
University Hospitals of North Midlands is currently unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 and Band 3 roles. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a graduate visa, you are welcome to apply for this role however it is important to note that UHNM will be unable to offer sponsorship at the end of your graduate visa, you must also have at least six months until your graduate visa expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
The successful candidate will be working within a busy and proactive ward where patients with a variety of surgical conditions are cared for.
An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a band 3 Nursing Assistant into the Emergency Surgery, Urology and Gynaecology Directorate. This roll is based on ward 102. Ward 102 is an emergency surgical ward comprising of both male and female patients undergoing all aspects of Un Planned Emergency General Surgery, Gynaecology, Urology, ENT, Max Fax and Plastic surgery.
We are looking for a dynamic individual, who is passionate about the standards of care we deliver to our patients'
The applicant will need to be able to demonstrate a high standard of nursing care to support the existing nursing and clinical team.
Main duties of the job
Supporting the qualified Nursing staff with the provision of unplanned emergency nursing care . providing direct patient care including where needed all activities of daily living, all point of care testing, the promotion of infection control processes, venepuncture under supervision and transfer to wards and theatres as required within trust policy.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications are welcome from nursing assistants with a current NVQ level 2 in health and social care and minimum of 6 months experience in a care setting. This is an ideal opportunity for the right candidate who is looking for a development opportunity to develop their skills in a proactive and dynamic working environment.
The main responsibilities involve
Supporting the qualified team with the management of unplanned emergency patients from admission to point of discharge or transfer to an inpatient facility
Supporting the qualified team management of flow within the unit on a shift by shift basis
Supporting Senior ward sister and the nursing team with all aspects of care and patient management within a ward.
Supporting sister with organisational responsibilities and service innovation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications are welcome from nursing assistants with a current NVQ level 2 in health and social care and minimum of 6 months experience in a care setting. This is an ideal opportunity for the right candidate who is looking for a development opportunity to develop their skills in a proactive and dynamic working environment.
The main responsibilities involve
Supporting the qualified team with the management of unplanned emergency patients from admission to point of discharge or transfer to an inpatient facility
Supporting the qualified team management of flow within the unit on a shift by shift basis
Supporting Senior ward sister and the nursing team with all aspects of care and patient management within a ward.
Supporting sister with organisational responsibilities and service innovation.
Person Specification
NVQ 2
Essential
- NVQ 2 or Above in HS Care
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GSCE level or Level 2 equivalent, including Maths and English
- Holds a completed Care Certificate
Experience
Essential
- 12 Months care experience
Desirable
- Less than 12 months care experience
Previous acute emernecy experience
Essential
- Previous Acute Care Experience
Desirable
Person Specification
NVQ 2
Essential
- NVQ 2 or Above in HS Care
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GSCE level or Level 2 equivalent, including Maths and English
- Holds a completed Care Certificate
Experience
Essential
- 12 Months care experience
Desirable
- Less than 12 months care experience
Previous acute emernecy experience
Essential
- Previous Acute Care Experience
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.
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
RSUH
Ward 102, Royal Stoke Hospital, Newcastle road,
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
Employer's website
https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
