Job summary
Would
you like to top up your existing qualification* to become a Registered Adult
Nurse?
Then
the Transfer to nursing programme is for you!
*This
programme is open to Registered Nursing Associates (RNA) who have experience
since qualifying and completed their preceptorship.
*And
Associate practitioners (APs) with significant experience.
Your
existing qualification will be assessed against the BSc Hons degree in Adult
Nursing and you will then RPEL into the programme. Prior to commencement, you
will be required to demonstrate on-going learning and reflective practice.
The
programme is delivered by the apprenticeship route where you will be employed
at LTHT and undertake your academic studies through Leeds Beckett University.
During
the apprenticeship you will develop knowledge, skills and behaviours that
will allow you to work in todays dynamic and ever changing healthcare
environment. Whilst you will be allocated to one specific area, you will also
experience working across both internal and external clinical placements
gaining skills, knowledge, experience and an appreciation of the different
areas of the local healthcare service, meeting the Nursing and Midwifery
Council (NMC) practice learning requirements.
You
must meet the academic entry requirements and apprenticeship eligibility
checks including visa status to be successful at gaining a place.
Main duties of the job
The
Transfer to Nursing programme allows the trainee to work to become a Registered
Nurse with a BSc Hons degree in Adult Nursing.
The course combines work-based and academic learning between LTHT and an
approved Higher Education Institute (HEI) Leeds Beckett University.
As
a Transfer to Nurse student you will be based as a paid employee within
LTHT. Whilst you will be allocated to
one specific area, you will experience working across both internal and
external placements to gain an appreciation of the different areas of local
healthcare services and meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
requirements for entry to the NMC register, which will provide you with
Registered Nurse status.
You
will be required to achieve the education and practice standards as set out by
the NMC, HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeships and undertake an integrated
end point assessment, as well as completion of the degree programme.
During
the degree programme you will develop skills and knowledge that will allow you
to work in todays dynamic and changing healthcare environment. You will be
required to commit to self-directed study and successfully complete the
programme within the contract period.
About us
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest acute health providers in
the UK and based in one of the fastest growing and vibrant cities in the North.
Come and join our team in Leeds and become part of The Leeds Way sharing our
vision and values. Our Trust is recognised for our staff engagement, great care
and rated GOOD by the Care Quality Commission. At Leeds Teaching Hospitals, we
aim to be a fair and supportive Trust with positive, caring teams who are
champions of the Leeds Way values. Our values are part of what make us
different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a
responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see
as important to how we work.
Our
five values are: Patient-centred, Collaborative, Fair, Accountable and
Empowered.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Transfer to Nursing - Apprentice Nurse course is up to a two year education
programme, working to become a Registered Nurse with a BSc Hons degree in
Adult Nursing. The course combines
work-based and academic learning between LTHT and an approved Higher
Education Institute (HEI).
As
a Transfer to Nurse student you will be based as a paid employee, within
LTHT. Whilst you will be allocated to
one specific area, you will experience working across both internal and
external placements to gain an appreciation of the different areas of local
healthcare services and meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
requirements for entry to the NMC register, which will provide you with
Registered Nurse status.
You
will be required to achieve the education and practice standards as set out
by the NMC, HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeships and undertake an
integrated end point assessment, as well as completion of the degree
programme.
During
the degree programme you will develop skills and knowledge that will allow
you to work in todays dynamic and changing healthcare environment. You will
be required to commit to self-directed study and successfully complete the
programme within the contract period.
As
part of the apprenticeship you will be required to:
Deliver high quality, compassionate
care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse with a focus
on promoting patient health and independence
Successfully complete and pass the
academic and practice elements of the programme as specified by the Leeds
Teaching Hospital Trust (LTHT), HEI and Institute of Apprenticeship
standards. According to these standards you will be required to complete
4,300 hours equally divided between theory and practice as off the job
training. You will also be required to complete an apprentice portfolio that
demonstrates learning and skills and complete an end point assessment.
Successfully complete the nursing
competencies related to NMC standards as specified by the Trust and the
University
Have sound attitudes and behaviours
compatible with NHS Values and LTHT values as set out in The Leeds Way
Work as part of a designated
clinical care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the
patient as a rostered member of staff as on the job training
Work with an NMC approved assessor,
taking responsibility for developing your own nursing competence while on
placements and attending academic study; maintaining evidence of your
learning
Adhere to the policies and
procedures required as an employee of LTHT
Work within the competency
boundaries as set at each stage of the programme and as determined by the
Nursing and Midwifery standards for registered nurse preparation, regardless
of previous healthcare experience.
Demonstrate a flexible and dynamic
attitude, both to your paid work and academic studies
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Transfer to Nursing - Apprentice Nurse course is up to a two year education
programme, working to become a Registered Nurse with a BSc Hons degree in
Adult Nursing. The course combines
work-based and academic learning between LTHT and an approved Higher
Education Institute (HEI).
As
a Transfer to Nurse student you will be based as a paid employee, within
LTHT. Whilst you will be allocated to
one specific area, you will experience working across both internal and
external placements to gain an appreciation of the different areas of local
healthcare services and meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
requirements for entry to the NMC register, which will provide you with
Registered Nurse status.
You
will be required to achieve the education and practice standards as set out
by the NMC, HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeships and undertake an
integrated end point assessment, as well as completion of the degree
programme.
During
the degree programme you will develop skills and knowledge that will allow
you to work in todays dynamic and changing healthcare environment. You will
be required to commit to self-directed study and successfully complete the
programme within the contract period.
As
part of the apprenticeship you will be required to:
Deliver high quality, compassionate
care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse with a focus
on promoting patient health and independence
Successfully complete and pass the
academic and practice elements of the programme as specified by the Leeds
Teaching Hospital Trust (LTHT), HEI and Institute of Apprenticeship
standards. According to these standards you will be required to complete
4,300 hours equally divided between theory and practice as off the job
training. You will also be required to complete an apprentice portfolio that
demonstrates learning and skills and complete an end point assessment.
Successfully complete the nursing
competencies related to NMC standards as specified by the Trust and the
University
Have sound attitudes and behaviours
compatible with NHS Values and LTHT values as set out in The Leeds Way
Work as part of a designated
clinical care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the
patient as a rostered member of staff as on the job training
Work with an NMC approved assessor,
taking responsibility for developing your own nursing competence while on
placements and attending academic study; maintaining evidence of your
learning
Adhere to the policies and
procedures required as an employee of LTHT
Work within the competency
boundaries as set at each stage of the programme and as determined by the
Nursing and Midwifery standards for registered nurse preparation, regardless
of previous healthcare experience.
Demonstrate a flexible and dynamic
attitude, both to your paid work and academic studies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FdSc degree Nursing Associate
- or Associate Practitioner with minimum 120 credits at level 4
- Maths GCSE grade C/4 or above or equivalent qualification e.g. functional skills
- English GCSE grade C/4 or above or equivalent qualification e.g. functional skills
- Commitment to undergo training as required
Experience
Essential
- Practical work experience in a care setting delivering patient centred care
- IT skills
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
- Caring, compassionate and motivated
- Patient focused and positive and caring attitude
- Willingness to learn and develop into role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FdSc degree Nursing Associate
- or Associate Practitioner with minimum 120 credits at level 4
- Maths GCSE grade C/4 or above or equivalent qualification e.g. functional skills
- English GCSE grade C/4 or above or equivalent qualification e.g. functional skills
- Commitment to undergo training as required
Experience
Essential
- Practical work experience in a care setting delivering patient centred care
- IT skills
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
- Caring, compassionate and motivated
- Patient focused and positive and caring attitude
- Willingness to learn and develop into role
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.
