Registered Nursing Associate/Assistant Practitioner

Job summary

Registered Nursing Associate/Assistant PractitionerSame Day Emergency Care/Acute Medical Unit/Integrated Assessment Unit Band 4 - Full time / Part time Permanent contract

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Urgent Care for Registered Nurse Associates in the expanding service.

The role of the Nursing Associate is to work with the multi professional team and the Registered Nurse contributing to the ongoing assessment, providing and monitoring care in line with the service pathways and as agreed with supervising clinician(s). They will monitor the condition and health needs of people within their care on a continual basis in partnership with the multi- professional team.

Main duties of the job

The Nursing Associate has a breadth of knowledge across the lifespan, providing holistic and person centred care and support for people of all ages and in a variety of settings. The Nursing Associate will help to bridge the gap between Health Care Assistants and Registered Nurses by working independently under the leadership of Registered Nurses, working within the sphere of nursing and care and within all aspects of the nursing process.

Nursing Associates are equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours relevant to employment; and will act in accordance with the NMC Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates.

About us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:

Safety Care Respect Communication Learning

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ people & Disabled people.

Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

Under the supervision and working in partnership with a registered nurse provide and deliver a high standard of nursing care contributing to the ongoing assessment, providing and monitoring care based on evidence and working in partnership with the multi-disciplinary Provide compassionate, safe and effective care and support to patients in a range of care settings. Monitor the condition and health needs of patients within their care on a continual basis in partnership with patients, families and carers, ensuring appropriate escalation to a registered nurse when Support patients to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and well- being. Promote comfort and well-being by ensuring that patients personal and social needs are met and be able to care for a patients nursing To safely undertake the following procedures to meet the patients nursing needs to include; undertaking routine procedures including venepuncture, ECG recording, measuring and interpreting blood glucose levels, recording and interpreting vital signs, continence care, bladder and bowel care, pressure area care, wound care, nutrition, hydration, foot care, skin integrity, mood identification (as outlined in the NMC Nursing Associate Skills Annex). Identify and report changes in a patients condition to a registered Prioritise and manage own workload, recognising where elements of care can safely be delegated to other colleagues, carers and family Provide and receive sensitive information concerning a patients medical Work with the registered nurse and engage with other agencies and community teams to ensure a safe, individualised approach to the admission and discharge of Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records in line with Trust policy and the NMC Code. Provide effective evidence based care for service users under the supervision of registered nurses in order to perform non-complex activities, in line with clinical governance and professional

COMMUNICATION

Communicate effectively with dignity and respect to all patients, relatives and others giving consideration to potential barriers to Communicate effectively with colleagues, providing clear verbal, digital or written information and instructions when sharing information, delegating or handing over responsibility for Recognise and report any situations, behaviours or errors that could result in poor care outcomes. Report accidents, incidents, near misses or complaints following Trust policies/procedures. Contribute to a culture where all staff feel safe to raise their concerns [and that] speaking up about what these are is a normal part of their

MEDICINES MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

Recognise the effects of medicines, allergies, drug sensitivity, side effects, contraindications and adverse Undertake safe and effective administration and optimisation of medicines in accordance with Trust policy and the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing Administer medicines via the following routes, oral, topical, rectal, subcutaneous and intramuscular in line with NMC Standards and Trust Comply with Trust policy in relation to any safety critical medicines to be administered by Nursing Monitor the condition and health needs of patients within their care following administration of medication. Recognise and report any situations, behaviours or errors that could result in poor care outcomes related to medicines

EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT

Comply with mandatory competencies in line with Trust To engage in a preceptorship period that includes achieving the Nursing Associate Medicines Management Competency Maintain own continuing professional development in accordance with NMC CPD requirements and contribute to formulation of own objectives and personal development Support, supervise, teach (where appropriate) and act as a role model to trainee nursing associates, student nurses, healthcare support workers and new staff members, promoting reflection and providing constructive Contribute to the maintenance of the learning Adopt a reflective approach to own practice with a view to continually Undertake further training as required, prior to carrying out any additional duties identified as relevant to role, to comply with Trust policies and procedures.

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

Identify relevant sources of evidence to inform Critically consider and analyse their own practice in light of best available Contribute to surveys, audits, research activity as required to own role, supporting recommended changes in

PROFESSIONAL

Comply with the NMC regulations relating to revalidation to maintain NMC Act as a professional role model and in accordance with the NMC Code and the NMC Standards for Nursing Act in accordance with all organisational policies and procedures and within expected values and Actively participate in and attend ward/unit meetings Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC Register / AP qualification oGCSEs Grade C or above in Maths and English Language / New GCSE Grade 4-9 in Maths and English Language OR Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Equivalent (not entry level 2)

Knowledge

Essential

oUnderstanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development oUnderstands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code. oKnowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice oUnderstand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation oUnderstanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans

Training and Experience

Essential

oExperience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team oInsight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate oExperience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information

Skills and Ability

Essential

oAbility to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities oAbility to organise and prioritise own delegated workload oAbility to deal with non- routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact oAbility to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi- disciplinary team. oAbility to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues oAbility to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting. oHave effective time management skills and the ability to prioritise oMaintain high standards of quality in corporate and clinical record keeping ensuring information is always recorded accurately, appropriately and kept up to date

Attributes

Essential

oPositive approach to work oCapacity to work with colleagues at all levels oOpen minded, treats colleagues and the general public with dignity and respect oCompassionate and caring

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