Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Associate Practitioners/Nurse Associates are fundamental to the delivery of integrated care, working collaboratively with therapy, medical, and nursing staff to support and facilitate the treatment of patients within their own homes.
The post holder will work as an active member of the Integrated Care Team in providing 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 post holder 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.
The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner within the Community Nursing Team supporting the delivery of care and working in collaboration with system partners and as part of the Primary Care Networks and the emerging Integrated Neighbourhoods as part of the out-of-hospital model of care.
Main duties of the job
1. Maintain excellent communication with patients, relatives, and members of the team demonstrating a variety in communication skills in accordance with patient needs.
2. Perform patient assessment (under supervision and after appropriate delegation from the registered practitioner). Assessments to include tissue viability and nutrition.
3. Implement and evaluate individual care plans, utilising practical and theoretical knowledge under the supervision of a registered practitioner.
4. Carry out environmental assessments and consider the need for equipment, including ordering and ensuring safe use.
5. Perform area-specific clinical competencies such as phlebotomy and female/male catheterisation to enhance the delivery of patient care as delegated by the registered practitioner.
6. Refer patients to relevant professionals for specific treatment, advice, or support.
7. Participate in clinical supervision.
8. Attend mandatory training in line with Trust policy and take action as required in the workplace.
9. 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.
10. Develop effective working relationships and work collaboratively with medical, nursing, and therapy colleagues to provide an integrated and coordinated service.
11. Participate in the supervision of students.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including:
* Season Ticket Loans
* NHS discounts for staff
* Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
* Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
* The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Day One Flexible Employer
Job responsibilities
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
1. Complete mandatory training in line with Trust policy and procedures.
2. Participate in the staff appraisal process and undertake for any staff you manage.
3. Keep yourself updated on all matters relating to Trust policy.
4. Provide management supervision where appropriate.
5. Work collaboratively with key partner organisations, service users, carers, clinicians, and other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary team in delivering services; providing a 7-day a week service for 365 days a year working shifts, where appropriate and operationally required.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
* Educated to GCSE Level 2 or equivalent.
* Minimum of three years experience working as a HCA/Support Worker in a healthcare setting.
* Evidence of ongoing personal development.
Skills/Experience
* Driving licence and access to a car for working purposes.
* Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
* Literate in IT/Computer Skills.
* Knowledge of health promotion approach.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
£26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum pro rata for part-time.
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