Job summary
**Internal HDFT Applicants Only**
Initially, this role is Band 4, and progression to Band 5 Registered Nurse will only be possible on successful completion of all academic and practice elements of the apprenticeship.
This apprenticeship programme offers a structured pathway for Registered Nursing Associates to top up to full Registered Nurse (RN) status within a Main Outpatients setting. You will gain the skills, knowledge, and experience to deliver high-quality, person-centred care, while completing the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship with Leeds Beckett.
Main duties of the job
Recruitment Process
This role has a two-stage selection process, and applicants must pass both interviews to be offered the apprenticeship:
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Trust Interview: To assess eligibility and suitability to work within Harrogate and District Foundation Trust (HDFT).
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University Interview: To assess readiness for the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship programme with Leeds Beckett.
Applicants must successfully pass both interviews to commence the apprenticeship.
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
- A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Please note:
- Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
- Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
- Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
- All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an RN Apprentice, you will:
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Work under the supervision of a registered nurse in the Main Outpatients Department, delivering holistic, safe, and effective care to patients.
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Develop specialist outpatient skills, including supporting clinical investigations and procedures such as flexible cystoscopies, urodynamics, uroflows, and clinic-based biopsies.
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Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patient assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of care.
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Participate in a 2-year structured apprenticeship programme, including 7.5 hours of protected study time per week and supernumerary placements.
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Maintain professional standards, patient safety, and excellent patient experience throughout your learning journey.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an RN Apprentice, you will:
-
Work under the supervision of a registered nurse in the Main Outpatients Department, delivering holistic, safe, and effective care to patients.
-
Develop specialist outpatient skills, including supporting clinical investigations and procedures such as flexible cystoscopies, urodynamics, uroflows, and clinic-based biopsies.
-
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patient assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of care.
-
Participate in a 2-year structured apprenticeship programme, including 7.5 hours of protected study time per week and supernumerary placements.
-
Maintain professional standards, patient safety, and excellent patient experience throughout your learning journey.
Person Specification
Person Specification
Essential
- NMC registration as a Registered Nursing Associate
- Experience in a clinical setting delivering high quality care
- Experience of team working and being part of a team deliver a wide range of high quality care
- Knowledge of the role of the Registered Nurse
- Knowledge of the nursing process including assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation
- Knowledge of practicing in a way to avoid risks, deliver safe care and know when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
Desirable
- Experience in outpatient setting
Person Specification
Person Specification
Essential
- NMC registration as a Registered Nursing Associate
- Experience in a clinical setting delivering high quality care
- Experience of team working and being part of a team deliver a wide range of high quality care
- Knowledge of the role of the Registered Nurse
- Knowledge of the nursing process including assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation
- Knowledge of practicing in a way to avoid risks, deliver safe care and know when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
Desirable
- Experience in outpatient setting
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).
