Junior Sister

4 weeks ago

Blackburn, United Kingdom East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust Full time
Job overview

This Registered Nurse Degree Apprentice (RNDA) role enables existing Health Care Support Workers & new recruits to the trust to achieve a registered nurse qualification.

The Registered Nurse Degree Apprentice (RNDA) will work within a multidisciplinary team and have the knowledge and skills to work at a high level of competence within agreed protocols. with clearly defined lines of accountability & under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The RNDA will be employed by a base placement for the equivalent of 2 days per week. They will attend university for the equivalent of 1 day per week & will be placed within a range of clinical placements across the trust for the equivalent of 2 days per week.

Whist remaining a learner the RNDA will provide safe, personal and effective care and support both patients and their families

RNDA’s will be expected to complete both academic assessments & demonstrate that they are meeting clinical proficiencies throughout the course.

The RNDA will support the registered nurse, contributing to ongoing assessment and care planning for patients.

The RNDA will be expected to monitor the condition and health needs of patients on a continual basis in partnership with colleagues, families and carers, referring to others for reassessment when required.

Communicate sensitive information effectively and improve communication using a range of strategies with regard to person centred care, duty of candour, equality and diversity

Main duties of the job

Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse with a focus on promoting health and independence . Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values. Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual . Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency. Work with an assessor to take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace, while on placements and through attending the apprentice Programme. Develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills throughout the Apprentice Programme. Undertake clinical tasks under direct supervision. Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times. Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities. Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals. Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report accordingly. Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers.

Working for our organisation

Any other work or outside interests must not conflict with the duties and responsibilities of your attendance for work as an employee of East Lancashire Hospitals Trust. In accordance with legislation on working time, it is a condition of employment that all staff must inform their line manager before taking up any private practice, work for outside agencies or other employers, other work for this Trust (including bank work) and / or voluntary work. This is to ensure there is no conflict of interest with your NHS duties.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) with a focus on promoting health and independence . Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values. Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual . 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 care professionals dependent on setting . Work with an assessor to take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace, while on placements and through attending the Nursing Associate Training Programme. Develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills throughout the Apprentice Training Programme and maintain all evidence required. Undertake clinical tasks including cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake. Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times. Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate. Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals. Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals . Assist in the assessment of and contribute to the management of risk across several areas within the environment where care is being administered. Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers.

Person specification Essential Essential criteria
  • Registered Nurse Associate or Assistant Practitioner
  • Minimum of 12 months in an Assistant Practitioner role or Nurse Associate Role
  • Completed Medicine Management module
  • English and Maths Qualification at GCSE Grade 4/ C or Equivalent
  • Typically 96 UCAS Points
  • BTEC Extended Diploma: Merit, Merit, Merit BTEC Diploma: Distinction, Distinction Pass Access Course: 96-112 UCAS Points IELTS: 6.5 (with no component below 6.5) or equivalent taken within two years prior to your course commencement date
General Intelligence Essential criteria
  • Able to take on board new ideas, skills and knowledge
  • Ability to problem solve Be numerate
Special Aptitudes Essential criteria
  • Able to manage the care for a group of people and prioritise workload with minimal supervision.
  • Able to write basic reports.
  • Understand the principles of safe and effective administration and optimisation of medicines in accordance with local and national policies
  • Be proficient at calculating drug dose
  • Able to teach/ support less qualified carers/learners
  • Be competent in Safer handling theory and practise
  • Understanding of customer awareness
  • Basic Computer/keyboard skills.
Desirable criteria
  • Able to present reasoned discussion. evidence base for care
  • Evidence of continuous development
Disposition Essential criteria
  • Able to work in a team.
  • Be supportive of team members.
  • Able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and colleagues.
  • Able to reflect on one’s own work.
  • Have effective interpersonal skills
  • Be enthusiastic, conscientious and sympathetic
  • Be able to fulfil; various shift patterns on the ward/Department including nights.
  • Able to adapt to change
  • Proven ability to keep information confidential
  • Access to a Vehicle for work purposes

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