Job summary
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NURSE ASSOCIATE BAND 4
This role is offered on a part time basis of 25 hours per week, this means that candidates interested in working part time are encouraged to apply and will receive a salary on a pro rata basis.
Nurse Associate Position Orthopaedic and Fracture Clinics.
We are recruiting for a motivated, enthusiastic and patient care driven Nurse Associate to work within our Orthopaedic and fracture clinic at The Great Western Hospital in Swindon.
Ideal candidates will have the relevant skills that are required for Orthopaedic and trauma care and be committed to on-going development.
The role is suitable for a Qualified Nurse Associate who has completed their Nurse Associate Foundation Degree awarded by the NMC.
Main duties of the job
The Role will be based in the Orthopaedic Fracture Clinic at GWH, providing services to both adults and paediatric patients.
The role will include working in Clinics including, Fracture-Clinic, Cas Card Clinics, Follow-up Clinics. Wound Care for fractures and elective wounds, Podiatry Clinics including diabetic foot issues. Assisting in the plaster room with the Orthopaedic Practitioners.
To provide education and act as an advocate for patients in the outpatient setting. Assist Register Nurses and Medical staff within the clinic setting.
There will be an opportunity to develop casting and splinting skills within the department.
About us
Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To undertake the core competencies as outlined in the Nurse Associate Framework applicable to service speciality.
2. To accurately document patient observations, results, decisions and actions, communicating these effectively to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team.
3. Work within clearly defined accountability frameworks and boundaries of limitation to provide the best possible care in collaboration with colleagues, patients, their families and carers.
4. Communicate sensitive, condition related information to patients and their families, providing reassurance and empathy to patients and their families under the guidance of a registered professional.
5. To work independently in order to deliver care and services within the strategic objectives and principles of the organisation. Recognise the need to promote safe practice; value the beliefs and aims of patients and carers; work in partnership, offering meaningful choice and value social inclusion.
6. Work within the departmental skills matrix for Band 4.
7. Escalate referrals for complex patient management needs to the registered practitioner.
8. Contribute to the development of a culture that is committed to the continuous improvement of quality care and patient experience.
9. Contribute ideas and support with the implementation of change, ensuring compassion for service users is maintained.
10. To demonstrate clinical competence developed through continual professional development and reflective practice, maintaining a skills portfolio relevant to the service.
Please see attached job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To undertake the core competencies as outlined in the Nurse Associate Framework applicable to service speciality.
2. To accurately document patient observations, results, decisions and actions, communicating these effectively to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team.
3. Work within clearly defined accountability frameworks and boundaries of limitation to provide the best possible care in collaboration with colleagues, patients, their families and carers.
4. Communicate sensitive, condition related information to patients and their families, providing reassurance and empathy to patients and their families under the guidance of a registered professional.
5. To work independently in order to deliver care and services within the strategic objectives and principles of the organisation. Recognise the need to promote safe practice; value the beliefs and aims of patients and carers; work in partnership, offering meaningful choice and value social inclusion.
6. Work within the departmental skills matrix for Band 4.
7. Escalate referrals for complex patient management needs to the registered practitioner.
8. Contribute to the development of a culture that is committed to the continuous improvement of quality care and patient experience.
9. Contribute ideas and support with the implementation of change, ensuring compassion for service users is maintained.
10. To demonstrate clinical competence developed through continual professional development and reflective practice, maintaining a skills portfolio relevant to the service.
Please see attached job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree or Higher Apprenticeship in Health & Social Care ? Level 2 functional skills or equivalent ? Evidence of personal portfolio
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- In depth experience in a care / health role ? Working within a multi-disciplinary team ? Working knowledge and understanding of ? Current knowledge of developments in healthcare
Desirable
- Supervision of band 2 / 3 staff ? Managing project work and data collection
Knowledge
Essential
- Developed organisational skills ? Excellent customer service skills ? Knowledge of clinical skills as per skills matrix for area ? Able to plan and prioritise workload ? Time management skills ? Able to work independently using own initiative ? Experience of using Medway and internal hospital IT systems ? Solutions focussed approach ? Able to develop relationships and networks in partnership with internal and external agencies and services ? Ability to follow instructions in accordance with policies and procedures ? Able to deal with sensitive issues tactfully, empathetically and diplomatically
Desirable
- Able to carry out risk assessments with high attention to detail
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree or Higher Apprenticeship in Health & Social Care ? Level 2 functional skills or equivalent ? Evidence of personal portfolio
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- In depth experience in a care / health role ? Working within a multi-disciplinary team ? Working knowledge and understanding of ? Current knowledge of developments in healthcare
Desirable
- Supervision of band 2 / 3 staff ? Managing project work and data collection
Knowledge
Essential
- Developed organisational skills ? Excellent customer service skills ? Knowledge of clinical skills as per skills matrix for area ? Able to plan and prioritise workload ? Time management skills ? Able to work independently using own initiative ? Experience of using Medway and internal hospital IT systems ? Solutions focussed approach ? Able to develop relationships and networks in partnership with internal and external agencies and services ? Ability to follow instructions in accordance with policies and procedures ? Able to deal with sensitive issues tactfully, empathetically and diplomatically
Desirable
- Able to carry out risk assessments with high attention to detail
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).
