HoursFull time - 37.5 hours per week (7 day week 24 hours a day)Job ref383-OPC-5676-25EmployerDerbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustEmployer typeNHSSiteBluebell wardTownChesterfieldSalary£26,530 - £29,114 per annum, pro rataSalary periodYearlyClosing04/06/2025 23:59
Employer heading
NHS AfC: Band 4
Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.
We’ve been rated ‘good’ overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.
We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our “People First Culture” which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.
Job overview
This post is a fantastic opportunity to work on Bluebell Ward. We are an 12 bedded unit based in Chesterfield for older people with functional mental health diagnosis.
The post is a permanent post for a qualified Band 4 Nursing Associate who would be interested supporting patients with their physical and mental health needs in an inpatient setting.
You will be supported by both the clinical lead and manager of the team and will receive regular supervision and support within you role, including appraisals.
You will be working as part of a friendly team of nurses, medics, nursing assistants, occupational therapists and physios. Additionally, the post holder will also sometimes act as the third qualified staff member on a shift.
Main duties of the job
You will be committed to developing and maintaining good working relationships with all members of our team.
You will be expected to engage in the audit process for the trust and be able to have good IT skills to record appropriate records in a timely manner.
Motivated to maintaining high standards in a changing service
To perform blood tests, basic observations, administer medication, carry out bladder scans, ECG's and other tasks as required.
Ability to assess capacity to consent and take appropriate action where required.
To maintain high levels of infection control.
Working for our organisation
Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.
CQC rated us as 'GOOD’ overall, commenting on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the Trust.”
Benefits include:
1. Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
2. 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years’ service
3. Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
4. Generous NHS pension scheme
5. Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
6. Health service discounts and online benefits
7. Incremental pay progression
8. Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
9. Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
10. Health and wellbeing opportunities
11. Structured learning and development opportunities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
12. Nursing Associate Foundation Degree
Experience
Essential criteria
13. Have experience of working (either paid or voluntary) on a one-to-one basis with health & social care service receivers
14. Evidence of team working
15. Have experience of liaising with a range of health & social care service
Desirable criteria
16. Previous experience of working with adults/ older adults with mental health needs
17. Previous experience of physical health assessment, monitoring and interventions
18. Previous experience working on Health Promotion Initiatives
Skills/Other
Essential criteria
19. Ability to carry out blood pressure, capillary blood collection, ECG recording, smoking screening, alcohol screening, lifestyle screening and advice and other health promotion
20. Effective communication skills - verbal/written, etc
Desirable criteria
21. Flexible approach to meeting service users needs
Additional Information
Flexible Working
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.
Disability Confident Employer
The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know.
If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or email [email protected] and we will be happy to provide assistance.
DBS Checks
The cost of undertaking a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month’s salary.
This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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.
In Short
* Industry Healthcare
* Founded 2011
* Location Derbyshire
* Company size 1000 - 4999
Our Story
Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established on 1 February 2011 when Monitor, the independent regulator of health services in England (now called NHS Improvement), authorised Derbyshire Mental Health Services NHS Trust to become aFoundation Trust. The organisation's name was changed to Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
In April 2011 we became the provider ofchildren’s universal and specialist servicesfor Derby city following a successful tender process.
As part of the Transforming Community Services (TCS) programme, community paediatric services andsubstance misuse serviceswere also transferred into the organisation from NHS Derby City.
Our Values
Our vision is underpinned by four key values, which have been developed in partnership with our patients, carers, staff and wider partners.
We can only provide good quality services through our dedicated colleagues, working together with a common purpose. Our values reflect the reasons why our workforce choose to work for the NHS and for Derbyshire Healthcare.
* People first– We work compassionately and supportively with each other and those who use our services. We recognise a well-supported, engaged and empowered workforce is vital to good patient care
* Respect– We respect and value the diversity of our patients, colleagues and partners and for them to feel they belong within our respectful and inclusive environment
* Honesty– We are open and transparent in all we do
* Do your best– We recognise how hard colleagues work and together we want to work smarter, striving to support continuous improvement in all aspects of our work.
How we are organised
The Trust has aBoard of Directors, sometimes known as the Trust Board. This Board has a responsibility to make the best use of financial resources and deliver the services people need, to standards of safety and quality which are agreed nationally.
A number of committees report tothe Board of Directors:
* Audit Committee
* Finance and Performance Committee
* Mental Health Act Committee
* Quality and Safeguarding Committee
* People and Culture Committee
* Remuneration and Appointments Committee.
Five reasons to live in Derbyshire
* It offers a mix of thriving towns, a busy, buzzing city and beautiful countryside
* It is one of the most affordable places to live in the country and the perfect place to buy a house.
* Some of the best schools in the country – both state and private
* Super-central location – so family and friends are never far away
* The home of the Peak District – need we say more?
Work perks
On top of your basic salary, you will receive at least 27 days' holiday each year, plus a range of other benefits such as:
* Relocation package
* Car Lease (Salary Sacrifice Scheme)
* Cycle to work scheme
* Confidential Care (Debt & financial managements upport)
* Discounts & benefits from a wide range of retail outfits
* Flexible working opportunities
* Healthy living
* Library & Knowledge services
* Occupational Health Service
* NHS Pension Scheme
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