Band 4 Nurse Associate - SSSU

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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Develop understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care

Provide and monitor care

Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate

Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers

Assist in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse

Develop understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities

Implement and evaluate individual care/treatment plans. Ensure care is documented accurately and in a timely manner

Coordinate and undertake the safe admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with the Organisation's standards, protocols and policies.

Develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills throughout the Nursing Associate Role and maintain all evidence required

Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high quality learning environments

Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of individuals, the public, health and social care professionals, maintaining the focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services

Demonstrate inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Foundation Level Degree: Nursing Associate Qualification
• GCSE Grade A-C including English and Maths or Level 2 in Maths and English

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of CPD

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of working with the public demonstrating good customer care skills
• Good experience of working in a teams

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience of working within an Acute health / care setting
• Venepuncture and Cannulation

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
• Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count)
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
• Understanding of basic physiology, e.g. normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements etc.

Desirable criteria

• Understanding of evidence based practice
• Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff

Personal Skills

Essential criteria

• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and verbal.
• Positive, enthusiastic and caring attitude
• Good use of initiative
• Passionate about delivering safe care
• Good team player

Desirable criteria

• Reliable, trustworthy and adaptable

It is an exciting time to join Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post.

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