Job summary
Specialist Learning Disabilities DirectorateBand 4 - Nursing AssociateFixed Term 18 MonthsSouth Staffordshire Community Learning Disability TeamWe are seeking a full time highly motivated Band 4 Nursing Associate to work within the Community Learning Disability Team in South Staffordshire where we provide high quality, community based, integrated services for adults with learning disabilities.This is currently an 18-month fixed term opportunity whilst our current Nursing Associate is away completing her Nurse Training. If successful, you will work independently under the leadership of registered nurses, providing nursing care and delivering all aspects of the nursing process whilst having the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally during this time. The usual hours of work will be Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm however some flexibility may be requiredA valid UK driving licence plus the use of your own car for business purposes is essential due to the large rural nature of our catchment area.For an informal discussion please contact:Diane Goodwin - Team Lead and Head of NursingDiane.Goodwin@mpft.nhs.ukOrMary Fairgrieve - Operational LeadMary.Fairgrieve@mpft.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
The overriding purpose of the role of Nursing Associate is to support the provision of the highest quality patient/client care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
The Nursing Associate will have a breadth of knowledge and skills providing holistic and person centred care and support for people with Learning Disabilities and in a variety of settings. The nursing associate will work independently under the leadership of registered nurses, providing nursing care and delivering all aspects of the nursing process.This includes undertaking a full range of routine care and treatment tasks as directed by the registered nurse within the Community Learning Disability Team.
The Nursing Associate will work under the supervision from a registered nurse or other registered professional to provide high quality care and treatment as a member of the multi- disciplinary team informed by excellent communication, analysis of information, planning and organisational skills.
About us
By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by;
- Supporting your career development and progression
- Excellent NHS Pension scheme
- Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Options for flexible working
- Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave
- Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources
- If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients
- Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate
- Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates
- Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k
- Free car parking at all trust sites
- Free flu vaccinations every year
- Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)
And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Nursing Associate will:
Work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or other registered care professional as appropriate. Be accountable for own actions or omissions ensuring mindfulness of the NMC Code of Conduct for Nurses, Midwives and Nursing Associates. Demonstrate skills to maintain professional standards of record keeping. Follow all information governance guidance, standards and policies. Maintain confidentiality as outlined within data protection policies Act in the best interest of the patients and their family. Put people first and provide nursing care that is person centred, safe and compassionate. Act professionally at all times in line with the organisations values and behaviours. Use the knowledge and experience to make evidence based decisions and solve problems. Recognise and work within the limits of their competence as defined by the NMC standards of proficiency for Nursing Associates. Be able to identify own role boundaries.
Please see the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Nursing Associate will:
Work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or other registered care professional as appropriate. Be accountable for own actions or omissions ensuring mindfulness of the NMC Code of Conduct for Nurses, Midwives and Nursing Associates. Demonstrate skills to maintain professional standards of record keeping. Follow all information governance guidance, standards and policies. Maintain confidentiality as outlined within data protection policies Act in the best interest of the patients and their family. Put people first and provide nursing care that is person centred, safe and compassionate. Act professionally at all times in line with the organisations values and behaviours. Use the knowledge and experience to make evidence based decisions and solve problems. Recognise and work within the limits of their competence as defined by the NMC standards of proficiency for Nursing Associates. Be able to identify own role boundaries.
Please see the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
- Placement experience covering all four fields of nursing.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Able to recognise own limitations in the context of the Nursing Associate role.
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice.
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with Learning Disabilities.
- Experience of working in Community Learning Disability Services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
- Placement experience covering all four fields of nursing.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Able to recognise own limitations in the context of the Nursing Associate role.
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice.
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with Learning Disabilities.
- Experience of working in Community Learning Disability Services.
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).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
