Job summary
- Are you interested in providing high quality nursing care?
- Are you looking for a new challenge
If you answered yes, we've got the perfect role for you!
Nursing associates actively contribute to a patient's health and wellbeing through the delivery of holistic care, a whole-person approach which considers, and equally values, physical, psychological and public health needs, learning disabilities, social, economic, spiritual and other factors in the planning and delivery of care.
Main duties of the job
o To work within the Nursing associate parameters of practice and deliver high quality, compassionate care to patients in the inpatient unit.
o To work under the direction/delegation of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with an individual care plan, with a focus on promoting health and independence
o To carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other registered health professional
o To proactively monitor, and prioritise patients care, making autonomous decisions within agreed competencies about patient care and seeking support from colleagues as appropriate
o Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time management and organisational skills to effectively deliver person-centred care for an allocated group of individuals
o To contribute to the development of staff within the service through training and supervision
About us
So what else?
- This is your chance to join a progressive and innovative service in a social enterprise that is patient and staff focused - you'll even have the opportunity to become an MCH shareholder.
- We encourage staff to get involved in exploring new ways of working and service development.
- We'll provide well established, in-service training, one to one supervision, and appraisals with regular support.
- You'll be able to develop your skills in a friendly and supportive team.
So what are you waiting for? We can't wait to hear from you, and look forward to receiving your application.
The small print
- Informal visits can be arranged on request.
- We will always appoint the best person for the job, but applications are particularly welcome from candidates from BAME groups which are underrepresented in our service.
- We will offer you the choice of two pension schemes; the NHS Pension scheme and the scottish widows group pension scheme.
- MCH encourages all staff to be double COVID vaccinated to protect themselves, their colleagues, their family and their patients
- Would you like to work flexibly?In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important work life balance is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Qualifications, training, knowledge and experience
- Registered Nursing Associate (NMC, Level 5
Desirable:
- Evidence of ongoing professional Development
- Willingness to undertake ongoing professional development
2. Communication and relationship skills
Provide and receive routine information requiring tact or persuasive skills Provide advice, instruction or training to groups, e.g patients/ colleagues / students/ families. Provide and receive complex, sensitive information; e.g. test results; receives sensitive patient/client-related information. Have the ability to communicate information regarding the patients medical condition and individualised treatment programmes in an easy to understand, reassuring way, enabling and motivating where necessary, this includes the patient, family and carers Communicate with patients/clients and carers, using empathy and reassurance and where there are barriers to understanding learning to manage these accordingly, e.g. learning disabilities or language Communicate sensitive information effectively and improve communication using a range of strategies with regard to person centred care, duty of candour, equality and diversity. Report to appropriate registered care professional information received from the individuals, carers and members of the team Report any accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy Ensure clear, concise, accurate and legible records and all communication is maintained in relation to care delivered adhering to local and national guidance Ensure ability to manage electronic records system taking cognisance of need to protect access (ID, passwords, swipe cards) Ensure all patient related information is treated sensitively and adhere to the principals of confidentiality at all times Attending and actively participating in unit/service meetings Working collaboratively with other team members, colleagues and services Contributing to team success and challenge others constructively
3. Analytical and judgemental skills
- Exercise personal responsibility and work independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiative in a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skills consistent with the role, responsibilities and professional values of a Registered Nursing Associate.
- Continue to develop clinical reasoning skills to aid judgment in monitoring patient condition, comfort and wellbeing using analysis of a range of possible factors
- Ensure that only those activities for which competence has been achieved are undertaken without supervision and that recognition is given to the impact and consequences of practising outside capability
4.Planning and organisational skills
- Plan and manage competing demands of job role.
- Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time management and organisational skills to effectively deliver person-centred care for an allocated group of individuals
- Deliver effective care following treatment plans determined by the Registered Nurse or registered care professional and provide feedback on progress against the plans
5. Physical skills
- Use skills of manual dexterity and manipulation of clinical instruments and equipment
Person Specification
work experience
Essential
- minimum 3 years experience in B3 HCSW role
- evidence of work experience and exposure within personal statement
values question
Essential
- able to clearly articulate and evidence of MCH values in beliefs within 150 word statement
application form
Essential
Desirable
- NVQ L3
- Nursing Associate qualification and training completion L5
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Medway Community Healthcare
Address
Endeavour Unit at Harmony House
Patterns Lane
Rochester
ME1 2RB