Job summary
As an Assistant Practitioner Nursing the post holder is expected to independently manage their own work and case load, undertaking tasks delegated by a registered practitioner with appropriate supervision in place.
Having an understanding of evidence-based practice and delivering care in line with current evidence, the post holder will take responsibility for the provision of person-centred care in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
Main duties of the job
The Assistant Practitioner (Nursing) plays a key role in the delivery of health care, within the course of their duties the post holder will:
1. Work independently within established policies and procedures and provide care as delegated by a registered healthcare practitioner.
2. Recognise and consistently work within boundaries and scope of the role and own sphere of competence, as per assessed competencies.
3. Be responsible and accountable for own practice and for appropriate delegation of care to trainee assistant practitioners, healthcare assistants or students.
4. Demonstrates behaviours and attitudes in accordance with the health board's values and behaviours framework and act in the best interest of patients, relatives and carers at all times. Thus, contributing to the creation of a healthy working environment.
5. Exercise personal duty of care in the safe use and storage of equipment and the maintenance of a safe working environment.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "apply now" to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "apply now" to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant health care associated subject / Certificate in Health Care Support Worker Education
- GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 or above essential skills qualifications
- Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care
Desirable
- Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services
- Teaching or assessment qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant and recent experience of providing relevant clinical care
- Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to manage/diffuse challenging or threatening situations
- Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. oCatheter care (including removal) oMonitor and record vital observation and interpret results oReviewing risk assessments oMonitor and interpret blood glucose. oExperience of supporting an RN with wound care
Desirable
- Experience in a range of clinical skills including palliative care
- For community roles: experience of providing care in a community or primary care setting.
- Administration of medicines via oral, topical, SC, IM routes.
- Skills in non-complex wound care
Apitude and Abilites
Essential
- Good level of basic IT skills
- Ability to demonstrate a compassionate and caring attitude and effective communication skills
- Ability to function as an Assistant Practitioner without direct supervision
- Ability to manage their own time and workload, prioritise work, delegate and seek assistance when required
- Able to undertake patient assessments within agreed competency and protocols
- Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
- Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patients, their families, carers and colleagues
Other
Essential
- Able to work hours flexibly this includes weekends, bank holidays, early, late and night shifts
- Demonstrates the ability to work within the NHS Wales Values and Behaviours
- Can demonstrate self-motivation, ability to motivate others, pro-activity and resourcefulness
Desirable
- Ability to speak or learn Welsh
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant health care associated subject / Certificate in Health Care Support Worker Education
- GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 or above essential skills qualifications
- Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care
Desirable
- Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services
- Teaching or assessment qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant and recent experience of providing relevant clinical care
- Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to manage/diffuse challenging or threatening situations
- Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. oCatheter care (including removal) oMonitor and record vital observation and interpret results oReviewing risk assessments oMonitor and interpret blood glucose. oExperience of supporting an RN with wound care
Desirable
- Experience in a range of clinical skills including palliative care
- For community roles: experience of providing care in a community or primary care setting.
- Administration of medicines via oral, topical, SC, IM routes.
- Skills in non-complex wound care
Apitude and Abilites
Essential
- Good level of basic IT skills
- Ability to demonstrate a compassionate and caring attitude and effective communication skills
- Ability to function as an Assistant Practitioner without direct supervision
- Ability to manage their own time and workload, prioritise work, delegate and seek assistance when required
- Able to undertake patient assessments within agreed competency and protocols
- Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
- Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patients, their families, carers and colleagues
Other
Essential
- Able to work hours flexibly this includes weekends, bank holidays, early, late and night shifts
- Demonstrates the ability to work within the NHS Wales Values and Behaviours
- Can demonstrate self-motivation, ability to motivate others, pro-activity and resourcefulness
Desirable
- Ability to speak or learn Welsh
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).
