Job summary
INTERNAL ONLY for DBTH Staff
Registered Nursing Degree top up Apprenticeships (Adult)
Apprenticeship Salary annexe 21 - 70% Band 5 first 12 months (£24,206) and 75% for last 6 months (£25,935) - progressing to Band 5 on completion of apprenticeship and registration of NMC whilst undertaking the 12 month apprenticeship.
The Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeship role offers opportunities for experienced healthcare workers at DBTH to progress into the registered nurse role. This will enable you to be part of an 18 month work based learning programme, delivered in conjunction with the University of Sheffield. As part of the apprenticeship you will have placements across a range of clinical areas to broaden your knowledge and experience along with attending university for your academic theory. Following completion of the apprenticeship the post holder will be expected to complete the DBTH 12-month preceptorship programme to consolidate learning in the Registered Nurse role within DBTH.
You will be required to remain working at DBTH for at least 18 months following your transition into the Registered Nurse role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for individuals who will have at least 6 months post qualification experience on commencing the programme, following successful completion of either the Assistant Practitioner or Nurse Associate programme and currently be working in that role. If you have a compassionate and caring attitude and are motivated, enthusiastic and committed to developing your career at DBTH then this may be the opportunity for you.
The entry criteria for this role are:
- Candidates must be 18 years old or above
- Have the care certificate or evidence of care experience
- Have Maths and English GCSE C/4 or above or Functional skills level 2
- Prior to commencement of programme you must have already completed the level 5 Assistant Practitioner or the Nursing Associate in an Adult Nursing field.
- Have a minimum of 6 months consolidation in the Assistant Practitioner or Nurse Associate role (by September 2023)
- You must have a supporting referral letter from the university (from where you completed your level 5 course) and a supporting letter of recommendation from your Divisional matron, submitted prior to the advert closing date.
About us
Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) is one of Yorkshires leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000 across South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire and the surrounding areas. We are one of only 6 teaching hospitals in Yorkshire and are proud to support 25% of all medical students and 30% of all other healthcare professional students.
We have over 6000 members of staff who all contribute to the vision of becoming the safest trust in the country, and are proud to be part of team DBTH. As a trust, it is important to us that we retain, and develop our teams and encourage a great sense of community and identity. We have an accessible leadership team and an understanding that each and every member of the team makes a difference and has a voice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be expected to attend the following:
- Orientation day 12th February 2024 at Doncaster Royal Infirmary
- Pre induction day with the university TBC at University of Sheffield
- Apprenticeship start 11th March 2024
Please Note Some annual leave will be set around your plan of study and the remainder should be taken in line with Trust policy. Any pre-booked annual leave must be declare at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be expected to attend the following:
- Orientation day 12th February 2024 at Doncaster Royal Infirmary
- Pre induction day with the university TBC at University of Sheffield
- Apprenticeship start 11th March 2024
Please Note Some annual leave will be set around your plan of study and the remainder should be taken in line with Trust policy. Any pre-booked annual leave must be declare at interview.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months experience of working in a health/social care setting as a Registered Nurse Associate / Assistant Practitioner by commencement of the top up programme.
- In date statutory essential training
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
- Able to describe the importance of delivering high quality care to patients.
- Demonstrate understanding of the Registered Nurse (Adult) role in relation to the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
- Communicate factual information in a timely Manner
- Basic information and communications technology (ICT) skills.
- Has the ability to Communicate at all levels. Effective organisational skills
- Able to prioritise workload with supervision.
Desirable
- Advanced IT skills e.g. spreadsheets, power point or ECDL qualification (willing to undertake further training)
- Knowledge of current healthcare issues. Understanding of health and well-being in relation to health promotion and prevention.
- Understanding of evidence based practice. Able to demonstrate practical skills to others.
- Evidence of involvement in supporting/developing less experienced staff.
Organisational Skills
Essential
- Committed to undertake guided and self-directed study over a 18 month programme Polite, approachable and friendly
- Flexible and adaptable
- Committed to completing the DBTH 12 month preceptorship programme in your base area on qualifying.
- Compassionate and caring.
- Motivated.
- Professional appearance.
- Able to work as part of a team
- Awareness of own limitations and recognises when to seek advice.
- Responsible and reliable
- Is a positive role model
- Able to deal with distressing circumstances
- Has the ability to work autonomously
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months experience of working in a health/social care setting as a Registered Nurse Associate / Assistant Practitioner by commencement of the top up programme.
- In date statutory essential training
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
- Able to describe the importance of delivering high quality care to patients.
- Demonstrate understanding of the Registered Nurse (Adult) role in relation to the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
- Communicate factual information in a timely Manner
- Basic information and communications technology (ICT) skills.
- Has the ability to Communicate at all levels. Effective organisational skills
- Able to prioritise workload with supervision.
Desirable
- Advanced IT skills e.g. spreadsheets, power point or ECDL qualification (willing to undertake further training)
- Knowledge of current healthcare issues. Understanding of health and well-being in relation to health promotion and prevention.
- Understanding of evidence based practice. Able to demonstrate practical skills to others.
- Evidence of involvement in supporting/developing less experienced staff.
Organisational Skills
Essential
- Committed to undertake guided and self-directed study over a 18 month programme Polite, approachable and friendly
- Flexible and adaptable
- Committed to completing the DBTH 12 month preceptorship programme in your base area on qualifying.
- Compassionate and caring.
- Motivated.
- Professional appearance.
- Able to work as part of a team
- Awareness of own limitations and recognises when to seek advice.
- Responsible and reliable
- Is a positive role model
- Able to deal with distressing circumstances
- Has the ability to work autonomously
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).
