Job summary
Are you a Qualified Nursing Associate looking to join an innovative team with a drive for compassionate, patient-centred care?
We are looking for an established or new Qualified Nursing Associate to join Willows Ward, which is a 15 bed assessment and treatment ward for older adults aged 65 and over with memory difficulties, dementia or functional mental health problems, such as depression, psychosis and other related illnesses.
You will be supported within a multidisciplinary team consisting of occupational therapists, psychiatrists, physiotherapists, activity workers and assistant practitioners.
We provide a range of training and educational opportunities, clinical supervision and peer group support to help you develop in the role.
Main duties of the job
Be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centred compassionate care under the direction of a registered nurse with a focus on promoting health and independence
Be an accountable professional
Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual
Carry out specific clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction of a registered nurse
Have the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individual's defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
- Care Certificate
- Educated to a minimum level 5 foundation degree specific to nursing associate practice
- GCSE level 4-9 in Maths and English or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a health / care setting
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count)
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
- IT skills appropriate to the role
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
- Care Certificate
- Educated to a minimum level 5 foundation degree specific to nursing associate practice
- GCSE level 4-9 in Maths and English or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a health / care setting
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count)
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
- IT skills appropriate to the role
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers
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).
