Job summary
Would you like to make to make a difference to the nutritional care of inpatients?
We are looking a band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join the Acute Dietetic Team to work on the wards improving the nutritional care that we can provide for our patients within Blackpool Victoria and Clifton sites.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have a defined caseload of patients, they will provide nutritional care plans and follow patients up appropriately under the supervision of a Dietitian.
Working with the multi disciplinary team on wards to improve the nutrition and hydration of patients.
Education on the wards for staff and patients regarding malnutrition screening tool, food fortification and menu systems.
Supporting the Dietetic team with reviewing patients requested by the supervising Dietitian and assisting in administrative tasks required for the team.
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Dietetic team is a great team to work in.
We have expanded over the recent years and are committed to improving the service we provide for patients.
We are a friendly, supportive team, who welcomes new ideas and people.
We have close links with our Community Dietetic Colleagues which enables us to give the best care for our patients.
We recommend that all individuals employed in patient facing roles, or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supporting the dietetic service in delivering care on your defined caseload.
Undertaking education sessions to staff as requested by the Dietitian.
Taking part in any audits as directed by the Dietetic Department.
Taking part in structured clinical supervision and staff meetings.
Undertaking clinical competencies designed by the Dietetic team.
Having a good understanding of the ordering system in the hospital for both food and nutritional products and being able to order these if required.
Able to access referrals and use the electronic record system as per policy.
Undertaking other activities as requested by the supervising dietitian
Travelling between 2 different hospital sites so own vehicle and valid driving license essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supporting the dietetic service in delivering care on your defined caseload.
Undertaking education sessions to staff as requested by the Dietitian.
Taking part in any audits as directed by the Dietetic Department.
Taking part in structured clinical supervision and staff meetings.
Undertaking clinical competencies designed by the Dietetic team.
Having a good understanding of the ordering system in the hospital for both food and nutritional products and being able to order these if required.
Able to access referrals and use the electronic record system as per policy.
Undertaking other activities as requested by the supervising dietitian
Travelling between 2 different hospital sites so own vehicle and valid driving license essential.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 4 in health or nutrition related subject or equivalent qualification.
- Or foundation degree in health or nutrition
Desirable
- Evidence of recent study in relevant health care field
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Experience of working directly with patients/clients in a healthcare setting in the last two years.
- IT literate - able to use outlook, powerpoint MS teams
Desirable
- Two years NHS experience in a direct patient care setting
- Previous experience of working with patient groups
- Experience of using patient assessment tools
- Experience of teaching others a new skill
- Experience of working with clients to achieve goals or targets
- Experience of co-facilitating groups
Management
Essential
Desirable
- Able to manage a caseload
Personal
Essential
- Able to work within a team/ team player
- Flexible approach to work
- Professional approach and manner
- Good communication skills - written & verbal
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure in an organised and calm fashion in a busy environment
- Able to undertake allocated interventions to an appropriate level of competence
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Aware of own boundaries and when to refer to supervisor
- Have good time management skills
- Accepting of others
- Approachable and supportive
- Punctual and reliable
- Commitment to CPD
- Holds a full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle for work
- Flexibility within role.
Desirable
- Problem solving skills
- Awareness of clinical governance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 4 in health or nutrition related subject or equivalent qualification.
- Or foundation degree in health or nutrition
Desirable
- Evidence of recent study in relevant health care field
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Experience of working directly with patients/clients in a healthcare setting in the last two years.
- IT literate - able to use outlook, powerpoint MS teams
Desirable
- Two years NHS experience in a direct patient care setting
- Previous experience of working with patient groups
- Experience of using patient assessment tools
- Experience of teaching others a new skill
- Experience of working with clients to achieve goals or targets
- Experience of co-facilitating groups
Management
Essential
Desirable
- Able to manage a caseload
Personal
Essential
- Able to work within a team/ team player
- Flexible approach to work
- Professional approach and manner
- Good communication skills - written & verbal
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure in an organised and calm fashion in a busy environment
- Able to undertake allocated interventions to an appropriate level of competence
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Aware of own boundaries and when to refer to supervisor
- Have good time management skills
- Accepting of others
- Approachable and supportive
- Punctual and reliable
- Commitment to CPD
- Holds a full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle for work
- Flexibility within role.
Desirable
- Problem solving skills
- Awareness of clinical governance
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).
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).
