Nursing Associate

To provide holistic and person-centred care and support for people of all ages and in a variety of settings. To work independently under the leadership of registered nurses, working to their nationally recognised code of conduct and Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates.

To work as part of the multidisciplinary team and be responsible for the care they deliver within Outpatient department and more specifically in an Orthopaedic clinic setting.

To communicate effectively, with sensitivity and compassion, and to manage relationships with people, making reasonable adjustments where necessary.

To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Main duties of the job

Provide compassionate, safe, and effectivecare and support to people in a range of care the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is always maintained.

Monitorthe condition and health needs of people within their care on a continual basisin partnership with the members of the MDT team families, and complete nursing risk assessments using recognise risk assessment tools.

Contributeto the planning of care delivery in association with the Registered Nurse.Contributeto ongoing assessment recognising when it is necessary to refer to others forreassessment and action.

Administermedication via oral, topical, and inhalation routes.Administerinjections using subcutaneous, intradermal, and intramuscular routes.

Administersuppositories in line with prescription.Demonstratethe ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance fromthe Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate.

Communicateeffectively with colleagues, providing clear verbal, digital or writteninformation and instructions when sharing information, delegating, or handingover responsibility for oversee the care delivered to their designated group of patients by Health CareAssistants.

Trainee Nursing Associates and Nursing to set SMART objectives with support from your Team Leader., To provide holistic and person-centred care and support for people of all ages and in a variety of settings. To work independently under the leadership of registered nurses, working to their nationally recognised code of conduct and Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates.

To work as part of the multidisciplinary team and be responsible for the care they deliver within Outpatient department and more specifically in an Orthopaedic clinic setting.

To communicate effectively, with sensitivity and compassion, and to manage relationships with people, making reasonable adjustments where necessary.

To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Delivery

The post holder is required to be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and should always :

Provide compassionate, safe, and effective care and support to people in a range of care settings.

Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is always maintained.

Monitor the condition and health needs of people within their care on a continual basis in partnership with the members of the MDT team families, and carers.

To complete nursing risk assessments using recognise risk assessment tools.

Contribute to the planning of care delivery in association with the Registered Nurse.

Contribute to ongoing assessment recognising when it is necessary to refer to others for reassessment and action.

Administer medication via oral, topical, and inhalation routes.

Administer injections using subcutaneous, intradermal, and intramuscular routes.

Administer suppositories in line with prescription.

Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate.

Communicate effectively with colleagues, providing clear verbal, digital or written information and instructions when sharing information, delegating, or handing over responsibility for care.

To oversee the care delivered to their designated group of patients by Health Care Assistants. Trainee Nursing Associates and Nursing Students.

Able to set SMART objectives with support from your Team Leader.

Recognise and report any situations, behaviours or errors that could result in poor care outcomes.

Identify risks to safety or experience and take appropriate action, putting the best interests, needs and preferences of people first.

Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional, and psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of individuals and carers.

Demonstrate good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures.

Support people to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing.

Be actively involved in the prevention of and protection against disease and ill health.

Championing patient experience and engaging in opportunities to get patients feedback.

Looking for development opportunities that impact Department, Quality and Patient experience.

Recognising and either directly challenging or seeks support to challenge any poor practice observed.

People

Help foster a supportive working environment and maintenance of staff morale through mutual regard and respect recognising and valuing contributions from individuals within the ward team.

Support the development of less experienced staff, Health Care Assistants, Trainee Nursing Associates, Nursing Students, and learners.

• Participate in the orientation of new staff.


• Willingness to become a super-user and support the training in the department and the hospital.


Consultant

• Maintain positive working relationships with all Consultants, ensuring individual Consultant protocols are utilised.


• Communicate all Consultant feedback with the sister / Charge Nurse.


Results

• Monitor and manage the nursing allocation for your team.


• Support flexibility with off-duty to maintain a well-resourced clinical area.


• Participate in clinical audit as required by the sister / Charge Nurse.


• Ensure adequate stock levels to allow care to be provided.


Professional Accountability

To be fully conversant with and work within the Nursing and Midwifery Code and Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates.

Act in the best interests of the people they care for.

Act professionally always and be responsible and accountable for their actions.

Use knowledge and experience to make evidence-based decisions and solve problems.

Recognise and work within the limits of their competence.

Engage in reflective practice including management of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions, and reflecting on answers given.

Identify and agree through performance review an individual professional development plan in consultation with line manager.

Take personal responsibility for attending statutory / mandatory updates in accordance with organisational requirements.

Act as an excellent role model by upholding and implementing good practice in the workplace.

2 GENERAL DUTIES

In addition to the key job responsibilities detailed in this job description all employees at Cromwell Hospital are expected to comply with the general duties detailed below.

Infection Control

To maintain a clean, safe environment, ensuring adherence to the hospitals standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and infection control.

Safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults

Cromwell Hospital is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment.

Clinical and Non-Clinical Governance

Understand the implications of clinical and non-clinical Governance and adhere to hospital governance policies including the reporting of incidents and near misses.

Information Governance

All staff have an individual responsibility for creating accurate records of their work and for making entries into and managing all Cromwell Hospital records effectively in line with NMC guidance on record keeping and Cromwell Hospital policies and procedures in order to meet the hospitals legal, regulatory and accountability requirements.

Data / Security

The post holder is responsible for ensuring that he / she maintains the integrity and quality of both computerised and manual data.

Health and Safety

To take reasonable care to prevent injury to themselves or others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

3. HEALTH CLEARANCE

Applicants must complete a medical questionnaire and return it to the Hospitals Occupational Health Providers.

4. DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CLEARANCE

This post requires the disclosure of all criminal record information, including details of spent convictions, cautions, reprimands, final warnings, police enquiries and pending prosecutions, through a Criminal Records Bureau check.

If appropriate, you are encouraged to submit appropriate written details and dates in relation to this requirement and any other information that may improve our understanding and allow a fair decision to be made as to your suitability.

The successful candidate for this position will require an enhanced disclosure.

This job description is intended as a basic guide to the scope of the duties and responsibilities. It will be subject to regular review and amendment as necessary, and in line with the development of this post.

NA NMC registration.

Immunisation training.

Venepuncture competent

Experience

Appropriate experience in a Nursing associate role

Evidence of continuous professional development.

Experience in risk assessment.

Outpatients experience

Knowledge

Appropriate knowledge relevant to the role of (speciality)

Knowledge of NMC Codes and guidelines and their implications for practice.

Appropriate knowledge of NMC revalidation process.

Knowledge of different specialities

Skills and abilities

Strong communication skills, written and verbal presentation skills & report writing.

Time management skills

Computer literate with good knowledge of MS word, outlook, Excel, Teams.

Personality

Honest, open-minded, treats colleagues with dignity and respect.

Highly energetic, proactive, and self-motivated to deliver high standards of nursing care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NA NMC registration.


• Appropriate experience in a Nursing associate role


• Evidence of continuous professional development.


• Experience in risk assessment.


• Appropriate knowledge relevant to the role of (speciality)


• Knowledge of NMC Codes and guidelines and their implications for practice.


• Appropriate knowledge of NMC revalidation process.


• Strong communication skills, written and verbal presentation skills & report writing.


• Time management skills


• Computer literate with good knowledge of MS word, outlook, Excel, Teams.


• Honest, open-minded, treats colleagues with dignity and respect.


• Highly energetic, proactive, and self-motivated to deliver high standards of nursing care.


Desirable

• Immunisation training.


• Venepuncture competent


• Outpatients experience


• Knowledge of different specialities
  
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