Are you a qualified Nursing Associate looking to work in female acute inpatient Mental Health Services? We are looking to recruit a full time Band 4 Nursing Associate to our female acute inpatient ward. Our team works hard to ensure high quality patient centred care is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for someone dynamic and committed to actively contributing to and supporting the recovery process of female adults as well as maintaining high standards of care. In return, you can expect to work within a supportive environment where you will receive regular clinical supervision and will be actively encouraged to undertake further training and study in order for you to continue to develop professionally, in accordance with your agreed personal development plans. Previous applicants need not apply Wintle ward are seeking to recruit a passionate, driven, enthusiastic Nurse Associate to contribute to our service, working within our existing multi-disciplinary team, alongside Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Family Therapists, Psychotherapists, Nurses, Social Workers and Occupational Therapists. Our team provides support for female adults experiencing a wide range of mental health difficulties including learning disability or autistic spectrum condition. We are seeking to recruit passionate, driven, enthusiastic Nurse Associates to contribute to our services. You will have a good knowledge base, excellent communication skills and a flexible and positive attitude. You should have a caring, non-judgmental and inclusive attitude and be committed to identifying, provide and assist the registered staff to deliver a wide range of nursing interventions including the treatment of multiple chronic conditions, learning disability, mental health and social vulnerability. You will have strong all-round capability, insights and adaptability in physical and mental health working, as well as organisational, communication and inter-personal skills. We will offer opportunities for professional development and opportunities to influence and contribute to service development. You will be provided with regular supervision, appraisal and support. Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team” Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent” At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assessment and planning of delegated care Monitoring of long-term conditions and well-being of service users including escalation of interventions when necessary Assist with the implementation and monitoring of clinical care and monitor outcomes Administering of Medication in accordance with regulatory guidelines for Nursing Associates Undertake onward referrals to appropriate services and community based care support Assist in specific therapeutic relations to meet the physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers. The following criteria reflect the core components of the broader role, responsibilities and accountabilities of nursing associates. These criteria identify attributes nursing associates can contribute to the health and wellbeing of patients and service users, and apply across all health and care settings. Integral to all of these is the ability to communicate effectively, with empathy and compassion, and to manage relationships with people, making reasonable adjustments where necessary. Promoting health and preventing ill health: o Empathise with, and support people to improve and maintain their mental and physical health and wellbeing o Pro-actively prevent and protect against disease and ill health o Engage in public health, community development, and in the reduction of health inequalities. Provide and monitor care: o Provide compassionate, effective care and support to people in a range of care settings o Monitor the condition and health needs of people on a continual basis in partnership with people, families, and carers o Contribute to ongoing assessment recognising when it is necessary to refer to others for reassessment o Communicate effectively with colleagues, service users and carers providing clear verbal, digital or written information and instructions when sharing information, delegating or handing over responsibility for care o Recognise and report any incidents that could result in poor care outcomes. Working in teams: o Contribute to multidisciplinary teams and with external partners and agencies o Recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other senior care professionals as appropriate o Collaborate and communicate effectively with nurses, a range of other health and care professionals and lay carers o Supervise and co-mentor to healthcare assistants, support workers, carers, trainee nursing associates and, when appropriate pre-registered healthcare students. Improving safety and quality of care: o Assist in therapeutic relationships to the specific physical, emotional, psychological, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers o Improve the quality of care by contributing to the continuous monitoring of people’s experience of care o Implement and monitor current standards and procedures to ensure safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults o Identify risks to safety or standards in patient experience and take appropriate action, putting the best interests, needs and preferences of people first o Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times. Contributing to integrated care: o Provide person-centred care for people, including those with complex needs o Engage with a range of professionals and carers from other organisations and settings who may be participating in the care of a person and their family o Undertake a key role in relation to communication and collaboration. Research & Innovation: o Undertake, promote and disseminate evidence based practice o Undertake continuing clinical practice education as discerned by service leads and the Trust Being an accountable professional: o Act in the best interests of service users, carers, families and communities cared for o Use knowledge and experience to make evidence based decisions and solve problems o Recognise and work within the limits of their competence o Engage in reflective practice including management of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions and reflecting on answers given o Participate in Quality Improvement activities o Be responsible for own actions o Act professionally at all times.