Job summary
We are currently seeking a full time Band 4 Nursing Associate to join our busy Elective surgical Ward .
The successful applicant will need to demonstrate excellent inter-personal, communication, organisational and management skills with a drive to promote a high standard of care for our patients. Mentoring and supervision of students and junior staff will be an essential part of the role. We are a forward thinking department, and actively encourage ongoing staff and service development. You must have a compassionate and caring attitude with a real team player approach to every day.
You will need to be an enthusiastic and motivated nursing associate who is keen to develop their skills and knowledge in caring for the urology patient. If you feel you can contribute to the quality of patient care delivery in our out-patient setting then we would be very keen to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
KEY DUTIES:
Act in the best interests of the people they care for delivering quality care and working effectively within the nursing team
Put people first and provide nursing care that is person-centred, safe and compassionate
Act professionally at all times
Use knowledge and experience to make evidence based decisions and solve problems
Recognise and work within limits of their competence
Be accountable for their actions, working within line with NMC Standards.
Adhere to Trust policies, procedures and guidelines of Airedale NHS Trust.
To be competent in carrying out a variety of clinical procedures
Clinical Duties;
To recognise changes in patient's condition which require the intervention of others and understand when to refer to the supervising registered nurse and other senior colleagues for re assessment of patient care.
To have the willingness to undertake additional skills and training depending on ward requirements.
To be involved in Trust initiative to improve patient care.
PROMOTING HEALTH AND PREVENTING ILL HEALTH:
Support people to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing
Active involvement in the prevention of and protection against disease and ill health
Engage in public health, community development, and in the reduction of health inequalities.
About us
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing.
Job description
Job responsibilities
IMPROVING SAFETY AND QUALITY OF CARE
Improve the quality of care by contributing to the continuous monitoring of peoples experience of care
Identity risks to safety or experience and take appropriate action, putting the best interests, needs and preferences of patients first.
KEY VALUES:
- Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Commitment to ensure the highest possible standard
Being Accountable
1. Uphold The Code of Conduct (NMC) and the reputation of the profession
2. To work within the NMC code of professional practice, and within policies, procedures and guidelines of the Royal United Foundation Trust.
3. To take responsibility for own continuing professional development and performance, identifying their own developmental requirements and ensuring that all mandatory training is completed.
4. Participate in annual appraisals
5. Uphold the Trusts Values and Behaviours
6. Work within the scope of your Job Description and ability
7. Promoting Health.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
8. NMC qualification
9. Educated to GCSE Level English and Maths Grade C or equivalent
10. Nursing Associate Foundation Degree/Higher Apprenticeship
Experience
Essential
11. Relevant experience in healthcare
12. Experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
13. Interest in patients with complex frailty needs
Skills
Essential
14. Able to recognise when escalation to a registered nurse is required
15. Experience to work across a range of IT systems including System One
16. Safely handle patients in a clinical setting
Desirable
17. Cannulation skills, phlebotomy skills, ECG
18. End of life care