Job summary
Ward 2 at Dewsbury District Hospital is looking for a
Nursing Associate to join our Nursing team. We are a 32 bedded Elderly step
down ward, specialising in post-operative fractured Neck of Femur patients.
We have an opportunity for a Registered Nursing Associate to join our team. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, passionate about patient experience and elderly medicine, have excellent time management skills, and work effectively as part of a team.
We are a large team, and pride ourselves on our team work, communication, supporting staff wellbeing, and ensuring patient care is at the centre of everything we do.
Main duties of the job
Develop
understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist in the on-going assessment, planning, management and
evaluation of care
Perform
and record clinical observations
Ensure
the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times
Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice
and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals
as appropriate
Recognise
issues relating to safeguarding
Assist
in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical,
emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of
individuals and carers
Develop
understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example
dementia, mental illness, learning
disabilities
Develop
a working knowledge of other providers resources and referral systems to
ensure individuals needs are met
Demonstrate
good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is
obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures
Demonstrate
good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties and
applies principles to everyday practice
Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time
management and organisational skills
About us
We provide care and support to over a million people in
Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our
three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of
innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our
workforce.
We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful
and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid
Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care.
We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm
irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and
gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation,
or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to
someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the
LGBTQ+ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently
under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from
members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all
applicants are treated fairly and consistently.
We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuable
guidance and feedback from those with lived experience.
We have a clear vision and you could be part of this! If
you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our
patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Knowledge,
training and experience
-
See
person specification for qualifications/equivalent experience
-
Work within
clearly defined accountability frameworks and boundaries of limitation to
provide the best possible care in collaboration with colleagues, patients and
their carers
-
Develop
and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills
throughout the Nursing Associate Role and maintain all evidence required
-
Contribute
towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high
quality learning environments
-
Communicate
effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of
individuals, the public, health and social care professionals, maintaining the
focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services
-
Demonstrate inter-personal skills that promote clarity,
compassion, empathy, respect and trust
-
Contribute
to team success and challenge others constructively
-
Report
to appropriate registered care professional information received from the
individuals, carers and members of the team
-
Ensure
all patient related information and are
treated sensitively, adhering to the principals of confidentiality at
all times
-
Report
any accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy
-
Ensure
clear, concise, accurate and legible records are made and that all
communication is maintained in relation to care delivery adhering to local and
national guidance
-
Ensure
ability to manage electronic records system taking cognisance of need to
protect access (ID, passwords, swipe cards)
-
Exercise personal responsibility and
work independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiative
in a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skills
consistent with the role, responsibilities and professional values of a Nursing
Associate
-
Exercise judgment in assessing patient
condition, comfort and wellbeing using
analysis of a range of possible factors
-
Ensure that only those activities for
which competence has been achieved are undertaken without supervision and that
recognition is given to the impact and consequences of practising outside
capability
Clinical
responsibilities Individuals care
The following
list is indicative as tasks and responsibilities will vary depending on the
care setting the Nursing Associate is working in.
The Nursing
Associate will:
-
Develop
understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the
registered nurse in the on-going assessment, planning, management and
evaluation of care
-
Provide
and monitor care
-
Support
individuals with all aspects of care including daily living, providing
person-centred care and promoting health and independence through awareness
raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate
-
Perform
and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature,
respirations, pulse
-
Be
prepared to undertake additional skills once competent including but not
exhaustive; cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs as per training and competency
-
Accurately
record nutritional and fluid intake
-
Ensure
the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times
-
Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice
and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals
as appropriate
-
Report
back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition,
behaviour, activity and responses of individuals
-
Recognise
issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems
or raise concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals
-
Assist
in the assessment of and contribute to the management of risk across several
areas within the environment where care is being administered
-
Assist
in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical,
emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of
individuals and carers
-
Assist
in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse
-
Develop
understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example
dementia, mental illness, learning
disabilities
-
Develop
skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff
-
Assist with the implementation and monitoring of
clinical standards and outcomes
-
Develop
a working knowledge of other providers resources and referral systems to
ensure individuals needs are met, within parameters of practice
-
Engage
in reflective practice including
management of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions and
reflecting on answers given
-
Demonstrate
good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is
obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures
-
Demonstrate
good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties and
applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice / guidance from the
Registered Nurse or registered care professional as required
-
Plan and manage competing demands of job role, study
and placement activities
-
Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time
management and organisational skills to effectively deliver person-centred care
for an allocated group of individuals
-
Deliver effective care following treatment plans determined by the
Registered Nurse or registered care professional and provide feedback on
progress against the plans
-
Administer medicines safety and in a timely manner; (NB nursing
associates will only administer medicines, if suitably trained and competent,
in settings where it is deemed appropriate and where this is guided by
organisational medicines management policies)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Knowledge,
training and experience
-
See
person specification for qualifications/equivalent experience
-
Work within
clearly defined accountability frameworks and boundaries of limitation to
provide the best possible care in collaboration with colleagues, patients and
their carers
-
Develop
and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills
throughout the Nursing Associate Role and maintain all evidence required
-
Contribute
towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high
quality learning environments
-
Communicate
effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of
individuals, the public, health and social care professionals, maintaining the
focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services
-
Demonstrate inter-personal skills that promote clarity,
compassion, empathy, respect and trust
-
Contribute
to team success and challenge others constructively
-
Report
to appropriate registered care professional information received from the
individuals, carers and members of the team
-
Ensure
all patient related information and are
treated sensitively, adhering to the principals of confidentiality at
all times
-
Report
any accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy
-
Ensure
clear, concise, accurate and legible records are made and that all
communication is maintained in relation to care delivery adhering to local and
national guidance
-
Ensure
ability to manage electronic records system taking cognisance of need to
protect access (ID, passwords, swipe cards)
-
Exercise personal responsibility and
work independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiative
in a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skills
consistent with the role, responsibilities and professional values of a Nursing
Associate
-
Exercise judgment in assessing patient
condition, comfort and wellbeing using
analysis of a range of possible factors
-
Ensure that only those activities for
which competence has been achieved are undertaken without supervision and that
recognition is given to the impact and consequences of practising outside
capability
Clinical
responsibilities Individuals care
The following
list is indicative as tasks and responsibilities will vary depending on the
care setting the Nursing Associate is working in.
The Nursing
Associate will:
-
Develop
understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the
registered nurse in the on-going assessment, planning, management and
evaluation of care
-
Provide
and monitor care
-
Support
individuals with all aspects of care including daily living, providing
person-centred care and promoting health and independence through awareness
raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate
-
Perform
and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature,
respirations, pulse
-
Be
prepared to undertake additional skills once competent including but not
exhaustive; cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs as per training and competency
-
Accurately
record nutritional and fluid intake
-
Ensure
the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times
-
Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice
and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals
as appropriate
-
Report
back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition,
behaviour, activity and responses of individuals
-
Recognise
issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems
or raise concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals
-
Assist
in the assessment of and contribute to the management of risk across several
areas within the environment where care is being administered
-
Assist
in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical,
emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of
individuals and carers
-
Assist
in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse
-
Develop
understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example
dementia, mental illness, learning
disabilities
-
Develop
skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff
-
Assist with the implementation and monitoring of
clinical standards and outcomes
-
Develop
a working knowledge of other providers resources and referral systems to
ensure individuals needs are met, within parameters of practice
-
Engage
in reflective practice including
management of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions and
reflecting on answers given
-
Demonstrate
good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is
obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures
-
Demonstrate
good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties and
applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice / guidance from the
Registered Nurse or registered care professional as required
-
Plan and manage competing demands of job role, study
and placement activities
-
Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time
management and organisational skills to effectively deliver person-centred care
for an allocated group of individuals
-
Deliver effective care following treatment plans determined by the
Registered Nurse or registered care professional and provide feedback on
progress against the plans
-
Administer medicines safety and in a timely manner; (NB nursing
associates will only administer medicines, if suitably trained and competent,
in settings where it is deemed appropriate and where this is guided by
organisational medicines management policies)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Level Degree: Nursing Associate Qualification
- NMC Registered Nursing Associate
- Foundation Degree
- Completion of End Point Assessment for applicants who have undertaken an apprenticeship route
- GCSE Grade A-C English and Maths or
- Level 2 in Maths and English
- When English is spoken as a second language, must have an IELTS score of 7.0
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Completion of end point assessment if undertaken NA training as an apprentice
Desirable
- Essential induction training and experience
- Care Certificate
- 5 GCSEs Grade A-C to include Maths and English
- Level 3 Health related qualification
Experience
Essential
- Be able to demonstrate ability to work in the area for which an application is made
- Good experience of working in a teams
- Experience of with the public demonstrating good customer care skills
- Experience of health coaching and promoting independent living
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within an Acute health / care setting
- Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
- 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
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count)
- Awareness of own limitations.
Desirable
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Completion of an HCA development programme
- Understanding of basic physiology, e.g., normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements etc.
- Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Level Degree: Nursing Associate Qualification
- NMC Registered Nursing Associate
- Foundation Degree
- Completion of End Point Assessment for applicants who have undertaken an apprenticeship route
- GCSE Grade A-C English and Maths or
- Level 2 in Maths and English
- When English is spoken as a second language, must have an IELTS score of 7.0
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Completion of end point assessment if undertaken NA training as an apprentice
Desirable
- Essential induction training and experience
- Care Certificate
- 5 GCSEs Grade A-C to include Maths and English
- Level 3 Health related qualification
Experience
Essential
- Be able to demonstrate ability to work in the area for which an application is made
- Good experience of working in a teams
- Experience of with the public demonstrating good customer care skills
- Experience of health coaching and promoting independent living
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within an Acute health / care setting
- Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
- 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
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count)
- Awareness of own limitations.
Desirable
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Completion of an HCA development programme
- Understanding of basic physiology, e.g., normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements etc.
- Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning
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).
