Job summary Are you a Registered Nursing Associate, or just about to finish your Foundation Degree? Do you aspire to make a positive contribution to nursing in the community? Do you want an exciting and interesting job which is different every day? If you've answered yes to the questions above we'd love to hear from you The Weymouth and Portland Community Nursing Team would like to welcome a Registered Nursing Associate to join our supportive team. Working with people in their own homes is a privileged position - we continually invest in growing and developing our staff to ensure the very best care to people accessing our services is achieved. We understand that the transition from Trainee to Registered Nursing Associate can be both exciting and anxiety provoking at the same time. As a RNA you will be allocated a named preceptor in the clinical team who will support you whilst you find your feet and help you to identify areas of your practice you wish to develop. We'd be happy to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. We'd also like to hear from you if you are approaching the end of your Nursing Associate Foundation Degree and are considering Community Nursing as your first post. Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position. Main duties of the job You will deliver planned care to a group of patients working within the standards of proficiency outlined by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and in accordance with Trust policies and protocols. You will demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team and provide support/guidance to less experienced staff/learners within the clinical environment as needed. You will manage a defined group of patients/service users under the indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, using evidence based/client centred principles to undertake a range of delegated tasks independently. You will contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient/service user care. Take responsibility for planned/defined tasks as required. Plan and undertake clinical tasks guided by standard operating procedures and protocols. Delegate work to support worker staff and learners, as required. Take responsibility for the training of others and may be required to deliver training. We would welcome applications from newly qualified Nurse Associates and we provide a very comprehensive and fully supported Preceptorship Programme for newly qualified healthcare professionals. Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check. About us At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities. Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves. Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £21,224 to £23,291 a year p.a. Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 152-C384.24 Job locations Weymouth Community Hospital Melcombe Avenue weymouth DT4 7TB Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipationnhs.net Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipationnhs.net Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register Successful completion of the Foundation Degree Nursing Associate Apprenticeship, including end point assessment. Business Travel Essential Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Level 1 Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a health/social care setting Skills Essential Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload. Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patients, their families, carers and colleagues. Ability 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. Desirable Involvement in support / development of less experienced staff Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register Successful completion of the Foundation Degree Nursing Associate Apprenticeship, including end point assessment. Business Travel Essential Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Level 1 Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a health/social care setting Skills Essential Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload. Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patients, their families, carers and colleagues. Ability 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. Desirable Involvement in support / development of less experienced staff 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust Address Weymouth Community Hospital Melcombe Avenue weymouth DT4 7TB Employer's website https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)