Job summary
Do you want to join our dynamic and supportive Emergency team where no two days are the same, then this is your opportunity!
We are looking for someone who has a foundation degree in nursing or is perhaps a registered Nursing associate to work with us in a busy Emergency Department assisting with patient care. You will be working alongside registered nurses to provide top quality care and maintain patient safety.
Main duties of the job
The Assistant Practitioner will function at a higher competency level than that of other Health Care Support Workers with responsibility for actively participating as part of the multidisciplinary team within the ward / department, to provide a seamless service to patients with proximal supervision from a Registered Nurse / Practitioner.
You will undertake tasks such as venepuncture, wound care and catheterisation as per job description. You will have excellent communication skills liaising with patients, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team regarding all aspects of care.
About us
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Assistant Practitioner Foundation Degree or Nursing Associate
- Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant
Desirable
- Apprenticeship/NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute setting working with indirect supervision
- Previous experience of effective team working
- Demonstrate an insight into caring /supportive role.
- Knowledge of health and safety, equal opportunities and confidentiality issues.
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Demonstrable basic clinical skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to work both, independently following protocols and within a team.
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Clear written and verbal communication
Desirable
- Ability to follow instructions in accordance with policies and procedures
- Good IT skills
- Good negotiation and delegation Skills
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCE S
Essential
- Flexibility
- Ability to work all shift patterns
- Be a positive role model
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Assistant Practitioner Foundation Degree or Nursing Associate
- Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant
Desirable
- Apprenticeship/NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute setting working with indirect supervision
- Previous experience of effective team working
- Demonstrate an insight into caring /supportive role.
- Knowledge of health and safety, equal opportunities and confidentiality issues.
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Demonstrable basic clinical skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to work both, independently following protocols and within a team.
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Clear written and verbal communication
Desirable
- Ability to follow instructions in accordance with policies and procedures
- Good IT skills
- Good negotiation and delegation Skills
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCE S
Essential
- Flexibility
- Ability to work all shift patterns
- Be a positive role model
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).
