Job summary
We are looking for a Nursing Auxiliary to function as a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team by assisting the Registered Nurse's in the health care provision for sick children/babies and their families. We are recruiting to a 30 hour per week post based at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary.
Main duties of the job
To develop self to meet the evolving needs of the service, ensuring efficient and effective use of all resources.To provide good, general "house-keeping" duties as directed by qualified staff Demonstrate under pinning theoretical knowledge within their clinical practice of infection control, health and safety, ethical and legal issuesDemonstrate adaptability of the role within distinct clinical environmentsRecognise the appropriateness of transferable skills when providing individualised high quality patient careDemonstrate application of professional attitudes in all aspects of care delivery within the clinical environment.Ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements in accordance with Trust policies. Undertake and regularly update Safeguarding training
About us
Choose Well - Choose WWL
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
On-Call
Please note that senior positions (AFC band 8A or above) may be expected to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Planning and Organisational Duties
To identify what is required of self in delivering individualised patient care.To develop competencies which safeguard practice and effectiveness in role.To empower self and colleagues to creatively meet organisational objectives.Communications and Key Working RelationshipsThe post holder will demonstrate effective communication by:Using the spoken and written word to influence outcomes.Assisting in the establishment of communications systems with all the stakeholders to promote understanding and goodwill.Responsibility for FinanceParticipate in ensuring the effective use of all financial resources in providing and deliveringnthe service.Demonstrate awareness of the need for Cost Improvement Programmes within the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Planning and Organisational Duties
To identify what is required of self in delivering individualised patient care.To develop competencies which safeguard practice and effectiveness in role.To empower self and colleagues to creatively meet organisational objectives.Communications and Key Working RelationshipsThe post holder will demonstrate effective communication by:Using the spoken and written word to influence outcomes.Assisting in the establishment of communications systems with all the stakeholders to promote understanding and goodwill.Responsibility for FinanceParticipate in ensuring the effective use of all financial resources in providing and deliveringnthe service.Demonstrate awareness of the need for Cost Improvement Programmes within the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of basic level qualifications in both GCSE Maths and English or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Experience in documenting in patient records
- NVQ II in a healthcare subject or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a care environment
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a hospital setting.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to demonstrate a positive attitude and caring demeanour.
- Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour.
Knowledge
Essential
- An interest in healthcare services
Desirable
- Knowledge of individualised patient care delivery
Additional
Essential
- Flexible and able to work on any ward and site within the Trust.
- Ability to work internal rotational shifts
- Ability to demonstrate good attendance record
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of basic level qualifications in both GCSE Maths and English or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Experience in documenting in patient records
- NVQ II in a healthcare subject or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a care environment
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a hospital setting.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to demonstrate a positive attitude and caring demeanour.
- Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour.
Knowledge
Essential
- An interest in healthcare services
Desirable
- Knowledge of individualised patient care delivery
Additional
Essential
- Flexible and able to work on any ward and site within the Trust.
- Ability to work internal rotational shifts
- Ability to demonstrate good attendance record
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
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
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
Employer's website
http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
