An exciting opportunity has arisen for a new and innovative role as an Assistant Practitioner, Band 4, to work alongside the Head and Neck Clinical Nurse Specialist Team based at Ysbyty Wrecsam Maelor.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of a designated Head and Neck Team, delivering evidence-based high quality clinical care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient. The post holder will work under the direction and support of a Head and Neck CNS to implement the Head and Neck Delivery Plan for patients with head and neck issues. The Assistant Practitioner will manage a small defined caseload of patients under the supervision of the CNS and ensure effective communication with patients, carers, multidisciplinary team and the wider health and social care community. They will work proactively as a member of the multidisciplinary team.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
* To be educated to NVQ level 3 and be prepared to work towards diploma / level 4 or equivalent within 2 years to provide the theoretical knowledge as well as having the practical skills.
* Knowledge and understanding of Cancer and its consequences.
* Evidence of CPD.
* Recognised communication qualification within 3 years.
* Knowledge of local policies/procedures and guidelines.
Experience
* Significant experience of work within a health care setting.
* Experience and able to utilise all Microsoft packages including Excel and SharePoint.
* Previous relevant experience in a healthcare environment working in an indirect supervised role within an agreed scope of practice.
* Experience of working with patient complex needs resulting from a Cancer diagnosis.
* Experience of working at a higher level as a healthcare support worker.
* Experience of monitoring long‑term conditions.
* Experience of educating patients to manage their own condition.
Aptitude and Abilities
* Able to organise own work within job plan, including time keeping and to work methodically.
* Evidence of good organisational skills.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* The ability to care with compassion and understanding.
* Ability to communicate effectively with patients and all members of the multidisciplinary team verbally and in writing.
* Ability to deal with complex and difficult emotional situations.
* Ability to use tact and diplomacy when speaking to patients on the phone.
* Ability to work as an effective member of a team.
* Able to be flexible within the team and working environment.
* Demonstrate an awareness of multi‑agency and integrated teams working.
* Able to organise and deliver own case/workload, prioritising as necessary ensuring deadlines are met.
* Competencies in venepuncture.
* An insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
* Able to work in a demanding, busy environment.
* Ability to mentor new HCSWs and junior staff.
* Ability to speak Welsh.
* Motivational interviewing skills.
* Knowledge, skills and competences to identify problems, analyse and compare appropriate information before reaching a judgement, making decisions and responding accordingly within own boundaries.
* Knowledge, skills and competences for and contribute to the assessment and planning process for patient care needs.
Other
* Act as a positive role model by influencing and sharing skills and knowledge.
* Enthusiastic and highly motivated and with the ability to motivate and inspire confidence.
* Respectful of others and trustworthy.
* Ability to use own initiative.
* Willing to undertake further education, training and development relevant to the post.
* Able to travel between sites.
* Wants to work without direct supervision.
Values
* To adhere to BCUHB Values.
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.
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