Nursing Associate (NHS AfC: Band 4) - Nursing - George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust – Nuneaton, Warwickshire
Interview Date: 6th December 2024 (may be subject to change)
We are looking for a qualified Nursing Associate who is interested in working within the Surgical Directorate for Mary Seacole Elective Surgical ward.
This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.
All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas.
A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.
The Nursing Associate will provide general/specific care to surgical patients and will be competent to work across professional disciplines, referring patients for Allied Health Professional assessment and treatment or to other agencies as required. The post holder will work in support of qualified nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals within an out-patient setting. Supervision and teaching of junior staff will be part of the role.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Act in the best interests of the people they care for
* Put people first and provide nursing care that is person-centered, safe, and compassionate
* Contribute to the provision of care for people, including those with complex needs
* Act professionally at all times
* Use knowledge and experience to make evidence-based decisions and solve problems
* Recognise and work within the limits of their competence
* Be accountable for their actions
Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health
* Support people to improve and maintain their mental, physical, and behavioural health and well-being
* Active involvement in the prevention of and protection against disease and ill health
Provide and Monitor Care
* Exercise personal responsibility and work independently within defined parameters of practice
* Exercise judgment in assessing patient condition, comfort, and wellbeing
* Demonstrate ability to deliver safe care and contribute to ongoing assessment
* Provide compassionate, safe, and effective care and support to people in a range of care settings
Working in Teams
* Play an active role as a member of the multi-disciplinary team
* Work collaboratively with the nursing team
* Support and supervise the learning development of other members of the team
Improving Safety and Quality of Care
* Improve the quality of care by contributing to the continuous monitoring of people’s experience of care
* Identify risks to safety or experience and take appropriate action
Professional
* Abide by The Code (NMC) and uphold the reputation of the profession
* Maintain and strive to improve your knowledge
Relationships
Internal: Ward Managers, Registered Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Consultants, Doctors
External: Carers, Relatives, Visitors, Other NHS Trusts, Social Services
For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached.
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