University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Nursing Associate

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Job summary

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nursing Associates.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nursing Associate position within our friendly and supportive team working with those patients who have experienced Major Trauma. Brighton is the only Major Trauma Centre that covers the whole of Sussex and some areas in Kent. This means that all complex Polytrauma (Head, neck, spine, chest injuries and multiple limb fractures) patients come to our hospital to receive the specialist management they require.

The successful candidate will work alongside the whole Multidisciplinary Team and take an active role in the care of their patients. They will be supported with a thorough induction, work alongside a practice educator to develop their competence and confidence in a wide range of skills.

There will be the opportunity to master clinical skills in venepuncture and cannulation, complex pain management, complex wound management including Vac therapy and skin grafts, fracture management including traction and external fixators, spinal fractures including collar care, chest traumas including chest drain management, alongside other skills in NG feeding, and complex polytrauma injuries.

Main duties of the job

The Nursing Associate will have successfully completed ( or near to completing) the nurse associate training programme which includes attainment of a level 5 foundation degree equivalent qualification. They will have developed and will be expected to maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the role of nurse associate within the service and through completion of the nurse associate training programme which includes working in care settings and delivery of person-centred care.

The nurse associate will:

Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a registered nurse with a focus on promoting health and independence
Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS values
Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual
Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals
Take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace

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.

Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

Date posted

13 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

279-5798761-NOV23

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Job description

Job responsibilities

Carry out programmes of care, therapy or treatment determined by registered healthcare practitioners. This may entail making minor modifications to the care programme or package within prescribed parameters and reporting back on progress. It may also include supervision of individual or group therapy sessions within an overall programme of care, treatment or therapy.
Deliver high quality compassionate care under the direction of a registered nurse (or other registered care professional) with a focus on promoting health and independence.
Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other registered care professional
Document nursing care in a comprehensive, timely, logical, accurate, clear and concise manner using appropriate terminologies (counter-signed by a registered practitioner, as appropriate)
Assist in the safe admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with Trust guidelines
May supervise clinical support workers (ie healthcare assistants, trainee assistant practitioners, trainee nurse associates and 1st & 2nd yr student nurses) in own area; may assist in the assessment and learning / development of clinical support workers
Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS values
Take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace
care for those patients with additional clinical needs once competency met and assessed.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Carry out programmes of care, therapy or treatment determined by registered healthcare practitioners. This may entail making minor modifications to the care programme or package within prescribed parameters and reporting back on progress. It may also include supervision of individual or group therapy sessions within an overall programme of care, treatment or therapy.
Deliver high quality compassionate care under the direction of a registered nurse (or other registered care professional) with a focus on promoting health and independence.
Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other registered care professional
Document nursing care in a comprehensive, timely, logical, accurate, clear and concise manner using appropriate terminologies (counter-signed by a registered practitioner, as appropriate)
Assist in the safe admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with Trust guidelines
May supervise clinical support workers (ie healthcare assistants, trainee assistant practitioners, trainee nurse associates and 1st & 2nd yr student nurses) in own area; may assist in the assessment and learning / development of clinical support workers
Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS values
Take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace
care for those patients with additional clinical needs once competency met and assessed.

Person Specification

Shortlisting

Essential

Successful completion of the nursing associate apprenticeship standard which includes attainment of a regulated level 5 qualification such as foundation degree or level 5 diploma of higher education delivered by an institution approved by the NMC to provide pre-registration nursing educations
Evidence of functional skills in maths and English level 2 or GCSEs in maths & English at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)

Desirable

Evidence of working within an acute environment

Person Specification

Shortlisting

Essential

Successful completion of the nursing associate apprenticeship standard which includes attainment of a regulated level 5 qualification such as foundation degree or level 5 diploma of higher education delivered by an institution approved by the NMC to provide pre-registration nursing educations
Evidence of functional skills in maths and English level 2 or GCSEs in maths & English at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)

Desirable

Evidence of working within an acute environment

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

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

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Employer's website

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