Job summary
The Registered Nursing Associate will work as part of the nursing workforce, supporting Registered Nurses to deliver high quality, person-centred, compassionate care to patients. They will deliver planned care to a group of patients working within the standards of proficiency outlined by the Nursing and Midwifery Council and in accordance with Trust policies and protocols. The post holder will be a member of the Immunisation team. They will undertake duties as directed by PGD's, Trust Policy and the Maternity management team ensuring the provision of a high standard of Care and Health Promotion. The care will be provided in a clinic and ward setting. They will demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team and provide support / guidance to less experienced staff / learners within the clinical environment as needed.
Main duties of the job
Demonstrates professionalism and integrity working in accordance with the NMC Standards of proficiency for Nursing Associates; NMC Code, Trust policies, protocols and guidelines at all times
To deliver Pertussis, RSV and Seasonal Flu Vaccinations to pregnant women during the antenatal period
Recognises and consistently works within limits of competence
Is accountable for own practice and for appropriate delegation of care he/ she gives to Nursing Associate Trainees, Health Care Support Workers or nursing students
Demonstrates professional behaviours and attitudes in accordance with the Trust CARE values and behaviours framework
Act in the best interest of patients, relatives and carers at all times
About us
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We run major acute services at:
- Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK
- St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
- Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice
- Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.
We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on NMC register. Nursing Associate Foundation Degree
- Apprenticeship qualification at academic level 5. Maths and English at GCSE grades 4-9 or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of completing a preceptorship programme post registration
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience (through placement or employment) of working in an acute clinical environment
Desirable
- Experience within speciality may be advantageous
- Experience of undertaking role of supervisor for Nursing Associate Trainees/Student Nurses
Skills, Abilities & Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team, and the organisation, and how this may contribute to service development
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
- Understands requirements for NMC professional revalidation
- Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on NMC register. Nursing Associate Foundation Degree
- Apprenticeship qualification at academic level 5. Maths and English at GCSE grades 4-9 or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of completing a preceptorship programme post registration
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience (through placement or employment) of working in an acute clinical environment
Desirable
- Experience within speciality may be advantageous
- Experience of undertaking role of supervisor for Nursing Associate Trainees/Student Nurses
Skills, Abilities & Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team, and the organisation, and how this may contribute to service development
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
- Understands requirements for NMC professional revalidation
- Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
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).
Employer details
Employer name
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Northwick Park/Central Middlesex hospitals
Watford Road
Harrow
HA1 3UJ
Employer's website
https://www.lnwh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
