University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Emergency Nursing Assistant

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Job summary

Band 2 Emergency Nursing Assistant

Emergency Department, Worthing HospitalAn exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 2 ENA, to join the Emergency Department at Worthing Hospital, part of University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.We currently see approximately 95,000 patients per year, with 25% of patients we see being children. We are also a designated Trauma unit and have been rated as an "Outstanding Department" by the CQC.The Emergency Department consists of a 5 adult and 1 Paediatric Resuscitation bays. 23 Major spaces, made up of 15 trolleys and 8 chairs, x2 Rapid Assessment Bays, a 10 chair Ambulatory Clinical Decision's Unit.

Worthing ED has a dedicated Paediatric ED, which provides a separate waiting area, 4 cubicles and further assessment rooms. We also have a co-located Urgent Treatment Centre, for the treatment of Minor Injuries and Illness.As a outstanding department, we are keen to recruit enthusiastic, motivated staff, who has excellent communication skills and are able to work in a fast paced and at times challenging environment.We have an established induction programme to support you, led by our Team Leaders and Practice Development Team.Posts are internal rotation, staff work in 2 ED areas per shift, this ensures staff health and wellbeing is maintained and access to different skills and knowledge.

Main duties of the job

As a ENA, you will be supporting the Registered nurses with the initial care of patients on arrival. You will support patients with their personal needs and care including washing and toileting

The role can also lead to a range of career opportunities. With the right support, those who want to can undertake the necessary training to become our future Nursing Associates and Registered Nurses.

Provide high quality evidence based clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulations
Work with others to protect and promote the health and wellbeing of those in your care, their families and carers, and the wider community
To work in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines
To act as a role model communicating in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and the staff at all times.
Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge, recognising and working within the limits of your competence.

For further information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

About us

Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

Date posted

10 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year Per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

279-WTG5432745-JUL23

Job locations

Worthing

Worthing Hospital Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of a team ensuring effective communication with all health care professionals across all disciplines.
Act as a role model within the clinical area.
Adhere to the Trust values in all working relationships to patients, carers and staff.
Teach/assess and facilitate learning for all learners in the ward area, particularly students and healthcare assistants having.
Ensure communication is used effectively in the interests of patient care, including the use of handover and clinical incident reporting if necessary.
Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations and recognising individuality and rights for each patient in line with Trust values.
Work effectively within a multi-racial and cultural environment
Work within own level of assessed competence and participate actively in training and assessment; take personal responsibility for booking and participating in all statutory & mandatory training required for the role.
Follow written policies, protocols/operating procedures and patient treatment/care plans, with support from registered healthcare practitioners available.
Work at all times in a way that minimises the risk of infection (to patients and self) and maintains health, safety and security in line with established protocols
At all times, maintain patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality.

For further information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of a team ensuring effective communication with all health care professionals across all disciplines.
Act as a role model within the clinical area.
Adhere to the Trust values in all working relationships to patients, carers and staff.
Teach/assess and facilitate learning for all learners in the ward area, particularly students and healthcare assistants having.
Ensure communication is used effectively in the interests of patient care, including the use of handover and clinical incident reporting if necessary.
Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations and recognising individuality and rights for each patient in line with Trust values.
Work effectively within a multi-racial and cultural environment
Work within own level of assessed competence and participate actively in training and assessment; take personal responsibility for booking and participating in all statutory & mandatory training required for the role.
Follow written policies, protocols/operating procedures and patient treatment/care plans, with support from registered healthcare practitioners available.
Work at all times in a way that minimises the risk of infection (to patients and self) and maintains health, safety and security in line with established protocols
At all times, maintain patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality.

For further information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

ED

Essential

Evidence of functional skills in Mathematics and English Level 2 or GCSE's in Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
Good written communication
Experience in healthcare setting

Desirable

NVQ Health and social care or equivalent
Acute Care Experience
Care Certificate

Person Specification

ED

Essential

Evidence of functional skills in Mathematics and English Level 2 or GCSE's in Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
Good written communication
Experience in healthcare setting

Desirable

NVQ Health and social care or equivalent
Acute Care Experience
Care Certificate

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.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Worthing

Worthing Hospital Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Worthing

Worthing Hospital Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Employer's website

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