Student Nursing Associate

Student Nursing Associate

NHS AfC: Band 3

Main areaTrainee Nursing Associate ApprenticeshipGradeNHS AfC: Band 3ContractApprenticeship: 2 years (On completion of program to move onto registered Nurse Associate.)HoursFull time - hours per week hours, hour shift pattern over 7 days.)Job ref-COR-7- SiteKingsway HospitalTownDerbySalary£, - £, per annum, pro rataSalary periodYearlyClosing//4 :

Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.

We’ve been rated ‘good’ overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.

We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our “People First Culture” which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.

Job overview

We are looking for Student Nurse Associates to join our teams working across Derbyshire, based in our acute mental health wards and forensic inpatient areas. The role involves studying at university for Nursing Associate Apprenticeship and various placements in the Trust. At the end of the programme, you will work as a Registered Nursing Associate in the new Making Room for Dignity inpatient areas.

This Apprenticeship offers you the chance to earn a salary (fixed at bottom of band 3 during the apprenticeship programme), while you gain valuable work experience and new skills, while being supported to achieve the Registered Nursing Associate qualification. This is an opportunity to build your skills and confidence and open a wealth of possibilities for your future career.

We are looking for people with the right values and skills to become a part of our amazing Mental Health team. We deliver high quality, compassionate, person-centred, innovative and safe care while providing empowerment and choice to our service users.

Important dates:

Interviews June 4

Commencement in post August 4

Programme starts week commencing 4th September 4

Main duties of the job

This is a developmental role. The trainee will work towards progression into the post of Nursing Associate through successful completion of the Nursing Associate training programme which includes the attainment of a level 5 Foundation Degree equivalent qualification. They will develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the role of Nursing Associate within the service and through completion of the Nursing Associate training programme which includes working in care settings and delivery of person-centred care.

This role involves weekly attendance and study at university to complete the academic components of the role.

Qualification Requirement:

English - GCSEs Grade A-C (9-4) or Functional Skills level 2 or Equivalent

Maths - GCSEs Grade A-C (9-4) or Functional Skills level 2 or Equivalent

NVQ level 3 or higher in health and social care or other relevant qualification

Please note original certificates must be provided prior to interview stage by shortlisted candidates.

All qualifications obtained outside of the UK must have a statement of comparability from UK ENIC.

Working for our organisation

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.

CQC rated us as 'GOOD’ overall, commenting on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.”

Benefits include:

Commitment to flexible working where this is possible days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to days after 5 years & days after years’ service  Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training Generous NHS pension scheme Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits Health service discounts and online benefits Incremental pay progression Free confidential employee assistance programme /7 Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network Health and wellbeing opportunities Structured learning and development opportunities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

“Applicants should be aware they must be able to demonstrate they meet the eligibility criteria (Annex A - ) before being permitted to commencing an apprenticeship. Evidence of qualifications will be requested as part of a pre-screening process prior to interview, must have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years by the start date of the apprenticeship and have the relevant right to work in the UK for the duration of the programme“ 

This role includes study at university and requires various assignments, tests, exams, practice learning placements to meet the approved NMC program. It is essential that all elements are achieved . For the majority of the time you will be based in an acute mental health setting. 

About the Making Room for Dignity programme

More than £m has been invested in for the development of new mental health inpatient facilities in Derby and Chesterfield, to provide single en-suite bedrooms. The programme includes two -bed acute mental health units; the Derwent Unit in Chesterfield and Carsington Unit in Derby. A new male Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is also being built at Kingsway Hospital, alongside enhanced care services for female patients at Audrey House. The first of these exciting developments will open in autumn 4.

The training programme

The Nursing Associate Apprentice level 5 training programme combines both academic study and placements as set out by Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) requirements. As an Apprentice Trainee Nursing Associate (mental health), you will be employed by Derbyshire Healthcare Foundation Trust and work in a wide range of clinical placement settings. On completion of the programme, you will be awarded Registered Nursing Associate qualification and then move into permanent Registered Nursing Associate roles.

NHS Career progression

You can expect an annual personal development review and a plan to support your career progression. This gives you the opportunity to identify any training and development needs with your manager. It’s a commitment to support people to grow and develop professionally, to reach their full potential.

General Duties

• This is a developmental role. The trainee will work towards progression into the post of Nursing Associate to deliver high quality and compassionate care. This will include carrying out delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities under the direction and supervision of experienced healthcare professionals. 

• Work as part of designated clinical and care teams delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual and promoting independence

• Participate fully in the university apprenticeship programme. Attend Trust training and development. Working with assessor, supervisor in the workplace and on placements. Working to achieve standards of competence as set out by the NMC and reflective practice skills.

Ensuring competence in

• Professional values

• Communication and interpersonal skills

• Nursing practice and decision making

• Leadership. Management and team

• Contributing to the elements of the nursing process in the on-going assessment, planning, management, and evaluation of care

Patient Facing Activities

• Support individuals with all aspects of person-centred care, wellbeing, recovery and promoting independence,

• Accurately record nursing interventions

• Ensure the privacy, dignity, and safety of individuals is always maintained

• Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals

• Contribute to the implementation in meeting the specific physical, emotional, and psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of individuals and carers

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

• Demonstrate good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures

• Deliver effective care

• Act in ways which support equality and value diversity

• Requirements will be set out by the NMC standards in conjunction with the level of learning.

For full job description please see attachments:

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 Support individuals with all aspects of care including daily living, providing person-centred care and promoting health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate Perform and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse 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 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 Develop skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff Assist with the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcomes Develop a working knowledge of other providers’ resources and referral systems to ensure individual’s needs are met, within parameters of practice Engage in reflective practice including management of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions and reflecting on answers given Demonstrate good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures Demonstrate good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties / Mental Health Act and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice / guidance from the Registered Nurse or registered care professional as required 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 those inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust Contribute to team success and challenge others constructively Communicate with individuals, carers and other visitors in a courteous and helpful manner, whilst being mindful that there may be barriers to understanding Report to appropriate registered care professional information received from the individuals, carers and members of the team Ensure all patient related information is treated sensitively and always adhere to the principals of confidentiality 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)

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

English - GCSEs Grade A-C (9-4) or Functional Skills level 2 or Equivalent Maths - GCSEs Grade A-C (9-4) or Functional Skills level 2 or Equivalent NVQ level 3 or higher in health and social care or other relevant qualification

Desirable criteria

Care Certificate

Skills

Essential criteria

Demonstrable ability to study at Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education Level and commit to completing the Foundation Degree program Intermediate IT skills Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise Excellent communication in a variety of methods (verbal, written, )

Desirable criteria

Previous studies at University/ College

Experience

Essential criteria

Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Previous experience of working in a care setting Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact Ability to work on own initiative

Desirable criteria

mental health care experience

Further details / informal visits contact

NameTracey NockJob titleWider Workforce ManagerEmail numberAdditional information

Alex Southgate
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If you have problems applying, contact

Address Recruitment Team
Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
1st Floor Kingsway House (Entrance D)
Kingsway
Derby
DE 3LZ
Telephone / , option 1, option 1 (please note, my normal working days are Wed, Thu, Fri)

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