Nursing Associate/Associate Practitioner

2 months ago

Harlow, United Kingdom Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

We are looking to appoint a Nursing Associate/Associate Practitioner B4 to join the dynamic Tissue Viability & Leg Ulcer Service in West Essex.

The Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Service of West Essex is part of the wider Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care System supporting West Essex population.

The post holder will work as part of the 6 PCN's aligned PACT's, covering Harlow, Epping and Uttlesford, providing a patient focused service committed to delivering a high quality, efficient and effective service.

The post holder will be expected to work without direct supervision

The post holder will work as an active member of the Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Service in assisting a high quality, efficient and effective service to patients,

The post holder will assume responsibility for delegated aspects of healthcare delivery, working within a scope of practice under the direction/supervision of a registered practitioner. They will work within relevant legal and ethical frameworks in accordance with organisational protocols and policies.

The Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Associate Practitioner/Nursing Associate will be proficient, knowledgeable and competent. They will continue to develop in their role through the acquisition of further skills, knowledge and competencies, to be determined by the needs of the patients, the service and the team.

Main duties of the job

To support the work of the registered practitioners in the Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Service

Perform patient assessment (under supervision and after appropriate delegation from the registered practitioner).

Implement and evaluate individual care plans, utilising practical and theoretical knowledge under the supervision of a registered practitioner.

To carry out environmental assessments and consider need for equipment, including ordering and ensuring safe use.

Perform area specific clinical competencies such as Leg Ulcer Management, Pressure Ulcer Management and some Complex Wounds to enhance the delivery of patient care as delegated by the registered practitioner.

On the direction of a registered practitioner, refer patients to relevant professionals for specific treatment, advice or support.

Act as a role model by upholding and implementing good practice in the workplace, always ensuring the highest standards of evidence based care.

Ensure correct procedures are followed in the event of an incident or accident involving the patients, families or members of staff.

Maintain responsibility for the identification of continuing educational needs and development. Actively participate in the annual appraisal process and formulate a personal development plan.

Demonstrate competency of clinical skills evidencing within the Trust policies and procedures.

Participate in clinical supervision

About us

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;

o Season Ticket Loans

o NHS discounts for staff

o Excellent Training facilities and opportunities

o Buying and Selling annual leave scheme

o The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas

o Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work

o Day One Flexible Employer

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.

All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.

If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support the work of the registered practitioners in the Tissue Viability/Leg Ulcer Service Maintain excellent communication with patients, relatives and members of the team demonstrating a variety in communication skills in accordance with patient needs. Perform patient assessment (under supervision and after appropriate delegation from the registered practitioner). Implement and evaluate individual care plans, utilising practical and theoretical knowledge under the supervision of a registered practitioner. To carry out environmental assessments and consider need for equipment, including ordering and ensuring safe use. Perform area specific clinical competencies such as Leg Ulcer Management, Pressure Ulcer Management and some Complex Wounds to enhance the delivery of patient care as delegated by the registered practitioner. On the direction of a registered practitioner, refer patients to relevant professionals for specific treatment, advice or support. Act as a role model by upholding and implementing good practice in the workplace, always ensuring the highest standards of evidence based care. Ensure correct procedures are followed in the event of an incident or accident involving the patients, families or members of staff. Maintain responsibility for the identification of continuing educational needs and development. Actively participate in the annual appraisal process and formulate a personal development plan. Demonstrate competency of clinical skills evidencing within the Trust policies and procedures. Participate in clinical supervision.

Service Delivery and Policy Implementation

To exhibit and maintain a high personal standard of expertise, attitude and behaviour at all times in accordance with policies of the local Trust. To undertake daily risk assessment of clinical situations and completion of incident reports as necessary in accordance with Trust policy. To comply with Trust manual handling policy and guidelines in the moving of patients and equipment.

Information Resources

To record all interventions with the patients and document in integrated team notes in a concise, accurate and timely manner. To participate in the collation and recording of information relevant to audit and data analysis

Education and Development

To exhibit and maintain a high standard of competence in the skills taught and a professional attitude, observing the rules of confidentiality and respecting the patients rights. To be responsible for own achievement and maintenance of appropriate levels of competency under the supervision of the clinicians. To have responsibility for own personal development via self-directed learning and attendance of relevant courses and to disseminate information. To attend mandatory training in line with Trust policy and take action as required in the workplace ( basic life support, fire, manual handling). To be an active participant in the appraisal process and to communicate to manager any professional development goals

Freedom to Act

To recognise own responsibilities within delegated scope of practice and to refer to others when beyond own scope or competency. To be responsible for observing and assessing any changes in patient status/condition and to feedback to relevant member of the integrated team any relevant information regarding patient care.

To be an advocate for the Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Person Specification

EDUCTION & QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

Minimum of three years experience working as a HCA/Support Worker in an acute/community healthcare setting Associate Practitioner Training/Nurse Associate qualifications Evidence of ongoing personal development

Knowledge

Essential

Evidence of clinical knowledge/skills in Leg Ulcer Management/Wound Management. Knowledge of health promotion approach

Additional Requirements

Essential

Current driving licence Ability to travel across sites efficiently and across Trust boundaries

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