Job summary
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled Registered Nursing Associate to work in our Acute Medical Unit here at North Bristol NHS Trust
We strongly believe in outstanding patient care and want to attract like-minded people to help us maintain this supportive and enjoyable place to work. Every day will be different, busy but never dull!
You will enjoy working with supportive co-workers, providing an efficient and caring service to our patients
We are looking for dynamic and motivated candidates with experience in Acute Medicine and with an appetite for safe and effective patient care. You will be expected to thrive effectively in a fast paced and constantly changing environment without compromising essential standards of care and professionalism
You will need to be flexible, enthusiastic and passionate about Acute Medicine
Main duties of the job
- The role of the Registered Nursing Associate is to work with the multi professional team and the Registered Nurse to contribute towards the delivery and monitoring of clinical care in line with service and patient needs, as agreed with supervising clinicians.
- Using the breadth of knowledge across fields of nursing the Registered Nursing Associate will provide holistic and person-centred care and support for people of all ages and in a variety of settings.
- The Registered Nursing Associate will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, working within the sphere of nursing care and within aspects of the nursing process aligned to the Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates.
- The Registered Nursing Associate will adhere to the code of conduct and must meet the NMC Standards of Proficiency.
- The post holder will support the Ward Manger/Department Leader in ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care upholding patient dignity delivered with kindness and compassion.
- The post holder will provide and monitor the nursing care for a designated group of patients whilst receiving care at NBT.
- The post holder will promote a team nursing philosophy of care at all times and work with members of the wider multi-disciplinary team to ensure patient needs are met.
- The post holder will work within their defined scope of practice as part of the wider nursing team, where required they will escalate concerns to a senior member of staff for guidance and support.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a full overview of the Job Description, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert.
- Provide and monitor care to a delegated caseload of patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse/ Nurse in Charge of the department.
- Develop an understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the ongoing assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care.
- To recognise changes in a patients condition which require the intervention of others and understand when and how to refer to the supervising registered nurse and or other senior colleagues for reassessment of patient care.
- To undertake procedures as detailed within the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates (2018) (Annexe B) to meet the nursing needs of patients in their care.
- To have a willingness to undertake additional skills and training dependant on department/ ward requirements that are within the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates (2018) (Annexe A&B).
- To receive delegated duties from the supervising RN and senior colleagues, accepting those that fall within their individual competency level, adhering to the NMC Delegation and Accountability supplement to the Code (NMC Code 2018).
- To delegate appropriately to other team members, including Health Care Support Workers, family members and other lay carers adhering to the NMC Delegation and Accountability supplement to the Code (NMC Code 2018).
- Act as a professional role model to others within their sphere of influence.
- Administer medicines in accordance with the Trusts policy and procedures.
- Ensure there is effective communication with patients, careers and family.
- To work in collaboration with others to ensure the safe and timely discharge of patients with the aim of avoiding readmission.
- Work cohesively with all members of the ward team and promote effective liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times.
- Communicate effectively within the team, participate in motivating and supporting team members and maintain confidentiality with patients and carers. Give written and verbal advice/teaching to patients and carers.
- Promote and maintain a safe environment for all patients
- Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infections
- Act in the best interest of the patients and their carers
- Put people first and provide nursing care that is person centred, safe and compassionate.
- Act professionally at all times in line with the Trusts values and behaviours and NMC Code.
- Ensure nursing documentation is maintained, accurate and timely in line with Trust standards
- Demonstrate awareness and compliance with Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards and work towards promoting this to others.
- Support patients to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing, promoting health and preventing ill health.
- Respond to safeguarding concerns by reporting to senior staff and colleagues whilst adhering to Trust policy and procedures
- Treat people with dignity, respecting individual's diversity, beliefs, culture, needs, values, privacy and preferences.
- Show respect and empathy for those you work with, have the courage to challenge areas of concern and work to evidence based best practice.
- Be adaptable, reliable and consistent, show discretion, resilience and self-awareness
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a full overview of the Job Description, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert.
- Provide and monitor care to a delegated caseload of patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse/ Nurse in Charge of the department.
- Develop an understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the ongoing assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care.
- To recognise changes in a patients condition which require the intervention of others and understand when and how to refer to the supervising registered nurse and or other senior colleagues for reassessment of patient care.
- To undertake procedures as detailed within the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates (2018) (Annexe B) to meet the nursing needs of patients in their care.
- To have a willingness to undertake additional skills and training dependant on department/ ward requirements that are within the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates (2018) (Annexe A&B).
- To receive delegated duties from the supervising RN and senior colleagues, accepting those that fall within their individual competency level, adhering to the NMC Delegation and Accountability supplement to the Code (NMC Code 2018).
- To delegate appropriately to other team members, including Health Care Support Workers, family members and other lay carers adhering to the NMC Delegation and Accountability supplement to the Code (NMC Code 2018).
- Act as a professional role model to others within their sphere of influence.
- Administer medicines in accordance with the Trusts policy and procedures.
- Ensure there is effective communication with patients, careers and family.
- To work in collaboration with others to ensure the safe and timely discharge of patients with the aim of avoiding readmission.
- Work cohesively with all members of the ward team and promote effective liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times.
- Communicate effectively within the team, participate in motivating and supporting team members and maintain confidentiality with patients and carers. Give written and verbal advice/teaching to patients and carers.
- Promote and maintain a safe environment for all patients
- Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infections
- Act in the best interest of the patients and their carers
- Put people first and provide nursing care that is person centred, safe and compassionate.
- Act professionally at all times in line with the Trusts values and behaviours and NMC Code.
- Ensure nursing documentation is maintained, accurate and timely in line with Trust standards
- Demonstrate awareness and compliance with Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards and work towards promoting this to others.
- Support patients to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing, promoting health and preventing ill health.
- Respond to safeguarding concerns by reporting to senior staff and colleagues whilst adhering to Trust policy and procedures
- Treat people with dignity, respecting individual's diversity, beliefs, culture, needs, values, privacy and preferences.
- Show respect and empathy for those you work with, have the courage to challenge areas of concern and work to evidence based best practice.
- Be adaptable, reliable and consistent, show discretion, resilience and self-awareness
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate with Registration on the NMC register
- Foundation Degree (FdSc) Nursing Associate Level 5
- GCSE Grade A-C in Math's & English or functional skills level 2 Math's and English or equivalent
Desirable
- Acute Medicine experience
Work Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of caring for acutely unwell patients in different settings - this can be as a student
- Evidence of working effectively as part of the immediate and wider team
- Experience of providing and receiving complex or sensitive information
Desirable
- Evidence of supporting other learners/staff where appropriate to role
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- ble to demonstrate English language proficiency level required for this post
- IT literate to include Microsoft word, Email, keyboard skills
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within NMC Code 2018
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate concerns to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
- Understands requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate with Registration on the NMC register
- Foundation Degree (FdSc) Nursing Associate Level 5
- GCSE Grade A-C in Math's & English or functional skills level 2 Math's and English or equivalent
Desirable
- Acute Medicine experience
Work Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of caring for acutely unwell patients in different settings - this can be as a student
- Evidence of working effectively as part of the immediate and wider team
- Experience of providing and receiving complex or sensitive information
Desirable
- Evidence of supporting other learners/staff where appropriate to role
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- ble to demonstrate English language proficiency level required for this post
- IT literate to include Microsoft word, Email, keyboard skills
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within NMC Code 2018
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate concerns to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
- Understands requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
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).
