Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You should possess good interpersonal and time management skills, be a good communicator, organised and able to prioritise and work well as a member of a team. You will be providing support to the nursing team including catheter management, wound care, pressure ulcer management and continence care in patient's homes and residential care homes. You must be able to demonstrate a professional manner at all times to patients, relatives and staff of all levels.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here
https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Person specification
Skills
Essential criteria Ability to work as part of a team Good written/oral communication skills Diplomatic, caring & sympathetic Ability to be flexible Developed observations skills with the ability to report and record physical/mental health observations of incidents or events and behaviours in an accurate and timely manner Standard keyboard skills
Desirable criteria Venepuncture
Contractual Requirements
Essential criteria A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Ability to work to meet the needs of the service
Qualifications
Essential criteria NVQ III in Health and Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential criteria Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable criteria Experience of therapy/rehabilitation setting
Values and Behaviours
Essential criteria All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Physical Requirements
Essential criteria Manual Handling which may include manoeuvring wheelchairs/trolleys/beds as appropriate Has the physical ability to perform the full range of duties
Training
Essential criteria Willingness to undertake training that will enhance service delivery
Knowledge
Essential criteria To have a basic understanding of the different types of physical illness and maintain an understanding and caring approach to patients
Additional Information We reserve the right to close the post early once we have received a sufficient number of applicants. The Trust believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect and encourages applications from all sectors of the community. We guarantee an interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum essential criteria. In submitting an application form, you authorise Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to confirm from your previous or current NHS employer and other prior employers; previous NHS service details and personal data held about you. This data will be transferred using NHS Electronic Staff Record and third party systems via an automated process and only used for the purposes of obtaining and maintaining accurate employment records, should you be appointed to the post. Should you require any further information please refer our Privacy Policy shown on the Trust website, please click here for more information. For eligible posts, DBS disclosures are mandatory before commencement of employment. If you are in a position that is deemed a regulated adult and/or child care role, you will not be able to start your employment until we have received a satisfactory DBS Disclosure. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Convictions which would otherwise be considered as 'spent' will also be checked as part of an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
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Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 360.4KB) Colleague Benefits (PDF, 16.1MB) About Nottinghamshire Healthcare (PDF, 1.5MB) Colleague Benefits (PDF, 16.2MB)