Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse Associate to work within the East Lancashire District Nursing Service.
The role involves working autonomously with the support of the wider team to deliver planned care, and successful candidates will be able to demonstrate good problem-solving skills, adaptability and resilience at interview. Training and development support will be provided with a dedicated mentor and competency framework in place to ensure that the post holder is secure and confident in their role.
Ability to work contracted hours rotationally across day and night shifts, as reasonably required by the needs of the service. This a 7-day service, including weekends and Bank Holidays
We promote flexible working opportunities to help meet work life balance.
Main duties of the job
- Delivery of high-quality clinical nursing care to housebound patientsincluding end of life care, wound care, and support for patients with complex long-term conditions.
- Working with colleagues, patients, their families, and carers to provide holistic care.
- Reviewing planned care and escalating changes or concerns to the registered nursing staff promptly.
- Establishing and maintaining effective communication with all clinical staff, patients and families, and other professionals.
- Participating indevelopments and change to improve patient care.
- Undertaking personal professional development to support high quality care and individual career development.
The post holder must demonstrate professional standards of practice and personal qualities and behaviours as expected by the NMC Code and the Organisation's values and behavioural standards. The successful candidate will be passionate about high quality patient care, they will need to be able to problem solve and adapt to change, know when to seek support and guidance, and ensure the delivery of safe, personal, and effective care. We are looking for someone who is committed to delivering evidence based care, and has a strong desire to make their career in District Nursing.
Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle is essential
About us
Established in 2003, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) is a large integrated health care organisation providing high quality acute and community healthcare for the people of East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen.
The organisation puts safety and quality at the heart of everything we do, invests in and develops its workforce, works with key stakeholders to develop effective partnerships and encourages innovation and pathway reform to deliver best practice.
We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work and achievements.
The District Nursing Service provides a supportive environment and provides staff with many professional development opportunities
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also find out more information by visiting our Trust website www.elht.nhs.uk and by watching the videos within the below link;
https://elht.nhs.uk/services/district-nurses
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also find out more information by visiting our Trust website www.elht.nhs.uk and by watching the videos within the below link;
https://elht.nhs.uk/services/district-nurses
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 5 Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care (Registered Nurse Associate Qualification
- Evidence of recent appropriate study/ development and application in the work environment
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 12 months experience working in a health care environment
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication with patients and informal carers about care / interventions
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of clinical skills relevant to long term & complex conditions
- A working appreciation of Confidentiality, Health, Safety & Security, Risk Assessment, PDR & Supervision, Accountability
- Ability to complete records accurately in accordance with policies and procedures
Personal
Essential
- Full UK driving Licence, with access to a vehicle is essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 5 Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care (Registered Nurse Associate Qualification
- Evidence of recent appropriate study/ development and application in the work environment
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 12 months experience working in a health care environment
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication with patients and informal carers about care / interventions
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of clinical skills relevant to long term & complex conditions
- A working appreciation of Confidentiality, Health, Safety & Security, Risk Assessment, PDR & Supervision, Accountability
- Ability to complete records accurately in accordance with policies and procedures
Personal
Essential
- Full UK driving Licence, with access to a vehicle is essential
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).
