Job overview
Applicants must hold the Nursing Associate qualification or be soon to qualify.
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, committed and motivated Registered Nursing Associate to join our excellent nursing team.
Newick Ward is a 21 bedded orthopaedic ward. The ward provides care for Post Operative patient who have undergone Orthopaedic surgery.
This is an outstanding opportunity if you are looking for a new challenge and would like to continue your professional development journey.
You will be working with a friendly and experienced multidisciplinary team, providing patient centered and evidence based care. You will be accountable for your own practice while supporting the registered nurse by caring for patients and delivering high standards of care
To succeed, you’ll need to be committed to delivering high quality, patient focused care with pride and respect, have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to provide evidence of personal and professional development.
In return for your skills, enthusiasm and commitment, you can expect a truly excellent comprehensive induction programme whilst being part of a fantastic and dedicated team that supports each other and operates with consideration and dignity at all times.
Main duties of the job
For newly qualified nursing associates, the trust has a robust preceptorship programme and you will receive excellent opportunities for development. There is the opportunity to undertake the Trusts accredited orthopaedic module as part of your development. Along the way, you will be supported by the in-house Practice Development Nurse and a named mentor who will oversee your training needs, supported by the wider divisional education team.
1. Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) with a focus on promoting health and independence
2. Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values
3. Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual
4. Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting
5. Take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
1. Develop understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care
2. Support individuals with all aspects of care including daily living, providing person-centred care and promoting health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate
3. Perform and record clinical observations as per NEWS2 and Trust policy
escalating as appropriate
4. Undertake clinical tasks including cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs
5. Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake
6. Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times
7. Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate
8. Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
6. Qualified Nurse Associate or Soon to Qualify
Desirable criteria
7. Experience of working in Trauma and Orthopaedics
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
8. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
9. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
10. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
11. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.
Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications