Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nursing Associate - Learning Disability to join our team of Learning Disability Nurses, Registered Mental Health Nurses and General nurses within the Vulnerabilities Team at UHB. As a Nursing Associate you will work in a clinical field supporting patients with a Learning disability and/or Autistic, with minimal supervision from and report to a Registered Nurse (Level 1). You will deliver safe, compassionate and dignified patient centred health care. You will be expected to plan and prioritise your workload; implement evidence-based care; utilise relevant guidance, protocols, and policies (local and national); contribute to care planning and patient reviews. You will be responsible for completing any work based training and associated competency required by the role. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, hardworking Nursing Associate - Learning Disability who is passionate about working with Children, Young People and Adults with a Learning Disability and /or Autistic and passionate about ensuring inclusion and accessibility to services. This role is 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday, 8am -4pm. This is a cross site role so daily access to your own vehicle is essential. Main duties of the job Ideally you will have experience of working with Children, young people and adults with a Learning Disability and/or Autistic. You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be capable of problems solving and working under pressure. Working alongside members of the Vulnerabilities team, you will support effective nursing care and nursing interventions for people with a Learning disability and/or Autism You will form part of the Vulnerabilities team, and will be expected to assess and review nursing care and escalate any areas of concern You will effectively manage your own active caseload with supervision from a trained Learning Disability Nurse and will be responsible for keeping all clinical and safeguarding records up to date and in line with NMC guidelines and responsible for maintaining high standards of care and practice. As a member of this team, you will be supported with regular clinical supervision, appraisal and relevant team meetings. If you have the relevant experience or are interested in widening your experience, would like to join our friendly and proactive team and are committed to improving the outcomes for patients with a Learning Disability and/or Autistic please apply or contact Julia Jackson Lead Nurse Vulnerabilities on 07901108164 About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 304-1087798PM Job locations Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE or equivalent to Level 2 Functional Skills Maths & English Educated to a minimum of Level 5 Foundation degree level specific to nursing associate practice. If completed the Nursing Associate apprenticeship must have completed and passed the End Point Assessment NMC Registered Nursing Associate Experience Essential Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary and cross agency work environment under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of providing and receiving complex sensitive information Experience of managing / prioritising own case load / workload, using initiative Competent in a range of clinical skills and practices relevant to the scope of practice required Experience in delegating duties to others Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate Understanding 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 Understanding and acts within NMC professional standards of practice contained within the NMC code of conduct Understanding of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity Awareness of health and safety issues Has knowledge in relation to the parameters and scope of practice in which the post holder should work and when to seek advice and support/ escalate of others for expert help and advice Willingness to take on new skills and develop scope of practice Can articulate and understanding of the importance of following Policy / Procedure, guidelines and care and treatment plans Desirable Experience of Clinical Audit Can demonstrate an understanding of the elements associated with NMC Revalidation Additional Criteria Essential Professional appearance Ability to adapt behaviour to changing circumstances Positive and enthusiastic attitude Caring and approachable Ability to communicate articulately and motivate others Flexible, Reliable and Punctual Willingness to work a range of shift patterns to cover service requirements Ability to work across sites Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE or equivalent to Level 2 Functional Skills Maths & English Educated to a minimum of Level 5 Foundation degree level specific to nursing associate practice. If completed the Nursing Associate apprenticeship must have completed and passed the End Point Assessment NMC Registered Nursing Associate Experience Essential Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary and cross agency work environment under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of providing and receiving complex sensitive information Experience of managing / prioritising own case load / workload, using initiative Competent in a range of clinical skills and practices relevant to the scope of practice required Experience in delegating duties to others Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate Understanding 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 Understanding and acts within NMC professional standards of practice contained within the NMC code of conduct Understanding of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity Awareness of health and safety issues Has knowledge in relation to the parameters and scope of practice in which the post holder should work and when to seek advice and support/ escalate of others for expert help and advice Willingness to take on new skills and develop scope of practice Can articulate and understanding of the importance of following Policy / Procedure, guidelines and care and treatment plans Desirable Experience of Clinical Audit Can demonstrate an understanding of the elements associated with NMC Revalidation Additional Criteria Essential Professional appearance Ability to adapt behaviour to changing circumstances Positive and enthusiastic attitude Caring and approachable Ability to communicate articulately and motivate others Flexible, Reliable and Punctual Willingness to work a range of shift patterns to cover service requirements Ability to work across sites 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. Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)