Job summary
Full Time - 37.5 Hours Per Week
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic band 4 nursing associate to join the Forensic Outreach Liaison Service for Learning Disability and/or Autism (FOLS LDA). The FOLS LDA service work with adults with a diagnosed learning disability and/or autism who are at risk of contact, or in contact with, the criminal justice system.
The service covers West Yorkshire and Barnsley and is a multi-disciplinary team of professionals. FOLS is an evolving, dynamic service that provides a formulation driven, trauma informed and strengths-based approach to risk management.
Clinical decisions and risk management are regularly reviewed together as an MDT. The team provides risk assessment, direct therapeutic interventions and supports transitioning out of secure settings to patients, as well as consultation, advice, supervision and training to relevant services and partners.
This post is suitable for someone experienced in supporting people with a learning disability and/or autism. They must be comfortable working with patients who present with risk behaviours and a strong communicator.
As a community post, there is no direct personal care. No physical observations (NEWS2 etc.) are taken and no medication administered.
All employees of the Trust are strongly
encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for a B4 nursing associate, ideally with some experience working with learning disabilities, Autism and mental health. You would work as part of an MDT alongside partner agencies to keep people safe, promoting communication and independence.
The post holder will support the nursing team, working directly alongside nurses or independently with supervision. They will use skills to assess, advise and provide appropriate group and individual interventions to help identify and reduce the an individuals risks of offending, under the guidance of a registered RMN or RNLD. The team take an MDT approach to risk management and review cases regularly together. The successful candidate will receive training to bolster their skills.
The work will be undertaken in a variety of settings within community, secure and inpatient settings. The post holder will liaise effectively with all relevant professionals, carers, and family members to ensure a robust, person centred and partnership working approach is maintained.
We are looking for a flexible, confident, enthusiastic, and proactive individual.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The NA will:
The responsibility of the post holder is to participate in the planning and delivery of individual care provided by the multidisciplinary team. The NA will work independently under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, providing holistic evidenced based high quality care to patients and will be professionally accountable for their actions.
They will supervise and delegate appropriately to support staff within the team and they will support and supervise students and learners who are on placement
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 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 individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the NA role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1.1 Care provision:
Develop own 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 and NEWS.
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.
For full Job Description please see attached supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
The NA will:
The responsibility of the post holder is to participate in the planning and delivery of individual care provided by the multidisciplinary team. The NA will work independently under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, providing holistic evidenced based high quality care to patients and will be professionally accountable for their actions.
They will supervise and delegate appropriately to support staff within the team and they will support and supervise students and learners who are on placement
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 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 individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the NA role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1.1 Care provision:
Develop own 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 and NEWS.
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.
For full Job Description please see attached supporting documents.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience:
- In providing personal care and related procedures.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 3 or equivalent level of competence.
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
- Of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- In working effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills in user/carer involvement.
Desirable
- Experience of working independently.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Group Facilitation skills.
- Willingness to undertake further study/development.
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing / able to undergo job development and training and maintain skills.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification.
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understand and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
- Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation.
- Work independently under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, providing holistic evidenced based high quality care to patients with professional accountability for own actions.
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans Supervise and delegate appropriately to support staff within the team and support and supervise students and learners who are on placement.
- 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 individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the NA role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
- Provide and receive practice supervision.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users.
-
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations.
-
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrate Trust Values.
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience:
- In providing personal care and related procedures.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 3 or equivalent level of competence.
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
- Of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- In working effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills in user/carer involvement.
Desirable
- Experience of working independently.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Group Facilitation skills.
- Willingness to undertake further study/development.
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing / able to undergo job development and training and maintain skills.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification.
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understand and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
- Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation.
- Work independently under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, providing holistic evidenced based high quality care to patients with professional accountability for own actions.
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans Supervise and delegate appropriately to support staff within the team and support and supervise students and learners who are on placement.
- 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 individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the NA role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
- Provide and receive practice supervision.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24hr shift pattern to meet the needs of service users.
-
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations.
-
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrate Trust Values.
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to role.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
