As an Assistant Practitioner Nursing, the post holder is expected to independently manage their own work and case load, undertaking tasks delegated by a registered practitioner with appropriate supervision in place.
Having an understanding of evidence-based practice and delivering care in line with current evidence, the post holder will take responsibility for the provision of person-centred care in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
Main duties of the job
The Assistant Practitioner (Nursing) plays a key role in the delivery of health care, within the course of their duties the post holder will:
1. Work independently within established policies and procedures and provide care as delegated by a registered healthcare practitioner.
2. Recognise and consistently work within boundaries and scope of the role and own sphere of competence, as per assessed competencies.
3. Be responsible and accountable for own practice and for appropriate delegation of care to trainee assistant practitioners, healthcare assistants or students.
4. Demonstrate behaviours and attitudes in accordance with the health board's values and behaviours framework and act in the best interest of patients, relatives and carers at all times, thus contributing to the creation of a healthy working environment.
5. Exercise personal duty of care in the safe use and storage of equipment and the maintenance of a safe working environment.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "apply now" to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant health care associated subject / Certificate in Health Care Support Worker Education.
* GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 or above essential skills qualifications.
* Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care.
* Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services.
* Teaching or assessment qualification.
Experience
* Significant and recent experience of providing relevant clinical care.
* Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to manage/diffuse challenging or threatening situations.
* Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. catheter care (including removal), monitor and record vital observation and interpret results, reviewing risk assessments, monitor and interpret blood glucose, experience of supporting an RN with wound care.
* Experience in a range of clinical skills including palliative care.
* For community roles: experience of providing care in a community or primary care setting.
* Administration of medicines via oral, topical, SC, IM routes.
* Skills in non-complex wound care.
Abilities
* Good level of basic IT skills.
* Ability to demonstrate a compassionate and caring attitude and effective communication skills.
* Ability to function as an Assistant Practitioner without direct supervision.
* Ability to manage their own time and workload, prioritise work, delegate and seek assistance when required.
* Able to undertake patient assessments within agreed competency and protocols.
* Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload.
* Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact.
* Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patients, their families, carers and colleagues.
Other
* Able to work hours flexibly, including weekends, bank holidays, early, late and night shifts.
* Demonstrates the ability to work within the NHS Wales Values and Behaviours.
* Can demonstrate self-motivation, ability to motivate others, proactivity and resourcefulness.
* Ability to speak or learn Welsh.
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.
£26,928 to £29,551 a year, per annum, pro rata.
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