Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Do you have an interest in Neurosurgery and want to make a difference to others who may have an impairment of the mind or limb deficit? Are you a compassionate person and strive to put others at the heart of what you do?
Then this may be the right role for you!
We are looking for a senior nursing assistant to join our team on the Neurosurgery Red/High Care ward at the John Radcliffe.
We are a 22-bedded unit, with 7 of these beds being designated to our High Care area where we care for acute neurosurgical patients with complex care needs.
Our patients may have a deficit with their motor skills and will often need assistance with mobilising, washing and dressing, and feeding.
On Neurosurgery Red/High Care Ward, we aim to provide exceptional care to ensure our patients are supported throughout their hospital admission so that we can strive to get them home to their loved ones.
We are looking for a kind and compassionate individual, who puts their patients at the heart of what they do and who enjoys working as part of a team towards a shared purpose.
Main duties of the job
You would be responsible for providing care to neurosurgical patients including providing personal cares, assistance with feeding, assisting with manual handling and working alongside the nursing team to meet the needs of our patients.
As a senior nursing assistant you would be expected to perform ECGs, bladder scans, insertion of cannulas, and even venepuncture.
You would be supported with your learning and development by our fantastic education team who will spend time with you on the ward, help guide you through your mandatory training and also support you with additional courses.
Job responsibilities
* Caring for neurosurgical patients
* Communicating with patients and their families
* Providing emotional support for patients and their families
* Providing personal cares
* Manual handling/assisting patients to get out of bed safely
* Assisting patients with feeding
* Stocking and tidying ward area
* Chaperoning patients to scans
* Carrying out enhanced observations on confused patients
* Assisting nurses with wound care
* Performing bladder scans
* Completing cannulation and venepuncture
* Performing ECGs
* Chaperoning medical staff to perform lumbar punctures
Person Specification
Values and Behaviours
* Able to demonstrate the ability to put patients at the heart of what you do and recognising different needs by encouraging a spirit of support, integrity, respect and teamwork
* Shows pride in the quality of care they provide for patients and learning from successes and setbacks.
* Evidence of commitment to the Oxford University Hospitals' vision and values.
Education
* To demonstrate literacy and numeracy.
* Good command of spoken English assessed at interview.
* Motivated to develop knowledge and skills and to undertake self-development.
* Evidence of level 2 Apprenticeship or Diploma in Health related subject.
* Evidence of Level 3 Diploma or Apprenticeship in Health related subject or working towards
* Evidence of the Care Certificate or commitment to achieve on joining Trust. Understanding of the Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England
Clinical Practice
* Significant experience of the NHS and/or health/child care and an interest in the speciality with knowledge of wider issues relating to health care
* Clear understanding of professional accountability, delegation and professionalism related to the role of a band 3 worker
* Makes a positive contribution as a team player and demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a team.
* Able to deliver a high standard of care for patients and always striving to improve on what you do through change and innovation.
* Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
* Is sensitive to the impact and implications of decisions and activities undertaken on other professionals
* Up to date knowledge and insight into specialist area.
Clinical Practice Planning
* Able to prioritise and to organise and motivate oneself and others to achieve delegated tasks.
* Flexible approach to shift patterns and unit needs which may involve working in different areas or cross-site working
* Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety.
* Able to use own initiative within the boundaries of the role and able to motivate oneself and others.
Improving Quality
* Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality and awareness of key policies legislation in order to maintain information governance.
* Appreciates the need for changes in the organisation or role requirements and can make a positive contribution to change management.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults
* Demonstrates ability to question and challenge practice in a constructive way so that standards of patient care are continually evaluated and improved.
Personal Qualities
* Able to work under minimal supervision but fully aware when to escalate concerns to a registered practitioner
* Flexible, adaptable, organised with good time management skills
* Ability to cope effectively under pressure and resilient and work within the team to manage complex and challenging situations.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with tact, diplomacy, empathy and understanding
* Smart professional appearance and adherence to uniform policy
* Recognise limitations of role and seek help and guidance
* To support and orientate new staff and contribute to their development acting as a role model.
* Essential IT skills in order to access required systems such as electronic patient records.
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 name
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata
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