Job summary
Are you a registered Band 4 Nurse Associate looking for a new opportunity to work in an organisation that will help you develop and achieve your goals to be the best you can be?
Ward 21 and 22 specialise in colorectal and upper gastrointestinal surgery which includes bariatric surgery.
The wards form one of the largest Colorectal Units in the UK managing both general surgical and specialist colorectal emergencies.
Both wards take discharges directly from ITU, often following multiple complex procedures.
We are a friendly team of experienced and highly skilled surgical staff, making this a perfect learning environment for band 4's wanting to develop their skills or explore a new sector of nursing.
The patients we care for are at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that delivering high quality care requires a culture of lifelong learning and development. With this in mind we have developed an extensive and exciting band five career pathway offering a number of exciting options to develop your Nursing career. We are totally committed to helping you realise your potential. Whatever direction your career takes you we can support you to achieve it.
As a band 4 in CHUGGS you will have a clear development plan. In addition to your induction and new starter appraisal each specialty will clearly outline a plan of learning for you to follow.
Link to University Hospitals of Leicester microsite;
https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/
Main duties of the job
To provide and monitor safe, person-centred care for a designatedgroup of patients, service users and families in a range of caresettings under the direction of a Registered Nurse, without directsupervision, in line with an agreed plan of care.To support the registered nurse in the contribution to ongoingassessment and care planning for patients.To promote health and prevent ill-health in patients and serviceusers and contribute to integrated care.To monitor the condition and health needs of patients on acontinual basis in partnership with colleagues, families and carers,referring to others for reassessment, when required.The Nursing Associate will actively contribute to an effectivelearning environment and support others in their learning.Nursing Associates will adhere to the Nursing and Midwifery Codeof Conduct for Nurses, Midwives and Nursing Associates and workwithin their scope of practice following the professional standardsof practice and behaviours for Nurses, Midwives and NursingAssociates and the standards of proficiency.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
We focus on what matters most
We treat others how we would like to be treated
We are passionate and creative in our work
We do what we say we are going to do
We are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
See Supporting Documents for a more detailed job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work across clinical research trials and clinical diabetes service and will be responsible for the set-up, delivery and safe conduct of research through compliance with the Research GovernanceFramework, HRA and sponsor review processes, in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP)guidelines and to provide assurance that the rights, safety and wellbeing of trial participants are protected.The post holder will be expected to work collaboratively with clinical colleagues in the diabetes services across primary and secondary care delivering person centred care and a positive patient experience. Supporting the recruitment to research trials and liaising between multidisciplinary professional pre, during and postresearch activity to ensure appropriate onward referral and follow up as required.The post holder will be able to prioritise duties with the support of the lead nurse and be accountable for their own actions, demonstrate initiative and the ability to work autonomously with minimal direct supervision,whilst working within their level of competence andscope of practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work across clinical research trials and clinical diabetes service and will be responsible for the set-up, delivery and safe conduct of research through compliance with the Research GovernanceFramework, HRA and sponsor review processes, in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP)guidelines and to provide assurance that the rights, safety and wellbeing of trial participants are protected.The post holder will be expected to work collaboratively with clinical colleagues in the diabetes services across primary and secondary care delivering person centred care and a positive patient experience. Supporting the recruitment to research trials and liaising between multidisciplinary professional pre, during and postresearch activity to ensure appropriate onward referral and follow up as required.The post holder will be able to prioritise duties with the support of the lead nurse and be accountable for their own actions, demonstrate initiative and the ability to work autonomously with minimal direct supervision,whilst working within their level of competence andscope of practice.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Be a Registered Nursing Associate (Adult trained)
- Good general standard of education including 5 GCSEs to include English and Maths (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice (research) certificate
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Effective communicator / organisational skills
- Good writing and verbal skills
Analytical and judgement skills
Essential
- Enthusiastic and motivated
- Assertive and confident
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to manage own workload
- Flexible approach to meet the needs of the service
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Be a Registered Nursing Associate (Adult trained)
- Good general standard of education including 5 GCSEs to include English and Maths (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice (research) certificate
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Effective communicator / organisational skills
- Good writing and verbal skills
Analytical and judgement skills
Essential
- Enthusiastic and motivated
- Assertive and confident
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to manage own workload
- Flexible approach to meet the needs of the service
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).
