• Job Description

  Req#: C9377-FCS2006?language=en&page=554&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nursing Associate to work in the Children in Care Nursing Team.

  This role will involve working with Children in Care and Care leavers. The successful applicant will provide a high level of person centred care to children, young people and asylum seekers.

  The work will include proactive health promotion and completing health activities/packages of care with the children.

  A key part of the role will be supporting care leavers to meet their health needs and signposting to external agencies if required.

  They will be supported by a well established team with a period of preceptorship.

  This is a new role which can be developed by the right applicant with support from the team. This role will suit a confident and child focussed Nursing Associate.

  Main duties of the job

  Support individuals with all aspects of care including daily living, providing person-centred care and health promotion.

  Be prepared to undertake additional skills once competent.

  Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times.

  Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities.

  Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals.

  Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and raise concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals.

  Assist in the assessment of and contribute to the management of risk.

  Assist in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse.

  Develop skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff.

  Demonstrate good understanding of principles of consent.

  Demonstrate good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act.

  Plan and manage competing demands of job role, study and placement activities.

  Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time management.

  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.

  Have access to a care and a driving license as you will visit children in their homes.

  About us

  We provide care and support to over a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield).

  Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our workforce.

  We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care.

  We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all applicants are treated fairly and consistently.

  We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuable guidance and feedback from those with lived experience.

  We have a clear vision and you could be part of this! If you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.

  Date posted

  22 April 2024

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 4

  Salary

  £25,147 to £27,596 a year Pro rata for part time positions

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time

  Reference number

  C9377-FCS2006

  Job locations

  Kings Medical Centre

  King Edward Street

  Normanton

  West Yorkshire

  WF6 2AZ

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  See person specification for qualifications/equivalent experience.

  Work within clearly defined accountability frameworks and boundaries of limitation to provide the best possible care in collaboration with colleagues, patients and their carers.

  Develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills throughout the Nursing Associate Role and maintain all evidence required.

  Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high quality learning environments.

  Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of individuals, the public, health and social care professionals, maintaining the focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services.

  Demonstrate inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust.

  Contribute to team success and challenge others constructively.

  Report to appropriate registered care professional information received from the individuals, carers and members of the team.

  Ensure all patient related information and are treated sensitively, adhering to the principals of confidentiality at all times.

  Report any accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy.

  Ensure clear, concise, accurate and legible records are made and that all communication is maintained in relation to care delivery adhering to local and national guidance.

  Ensure ability to manage electronic records system taking cognisance of need to protect access (ID, passwords, swipe cards).

  Exercise personal responsibility and work independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiative in a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skills consistent with the role, responsibilities and professional values of a Nursing Associate.

  Exercise judgment in assessing patient condition, comfort and wellbeing using analysis of a range of possible factors.

  Ensure that only those activities for which competence has been achieved are undertaken without supervision and that recognition is given to the impact and consequences of practising outside capability.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  See person specification for qualifications/equivalent experience.

  Work within clearly defined accountability frameworks and boundaries of limitation to provide the best possible care in collaboration with colleagues, patients and their carers.

  Develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills throughout the Nursing Associate Role and maintain all evidence required.

  Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high quality learning environments.

  Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of individuals, the public, health and social care professionals, maintaining the focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services.

  Demonstrate inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust.

  Contribute to team success and challenge others constructively.

  Report to appropriate registered care professional information received from the individuals, carers and members of the team.

  Ensure all patient related information and are treated sensitively, adhering to the principals of confidentiality at all times.

  Report any accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy.

  Ensure clear, concise, accurate and legible records are made and that all communication is maintained in relation to care delivery adhering to local and national guidance.

  Ensure ability to manage electronic records system taking cognisance of need to protect access (ID, passwords, swipe cards).

  Exercise personal responsibility and work independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiative in a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skills consistent with the role, responsibilities and professional values of a Nursing Associate.

  Exercise judgment in assessing patient condition, comfort and wellbeing using analysis of a range of possible factors.

  Ensure that only those activities for which competence has been achieved are undertaken without supervision and that recognition is given to the impact and consequences of practising outside capability.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Foundation Level Degree: Nursing Associate Qualification.
  • NMC Registered Nursing Associate.
  • Foundation Degree.
  • Completion of End Point Assessment for applicants who have undertaken an apprenticeship route.
  • GCSE Grade A-C English and Maths or Level 2 in Maths and English.
  • When English is spoken as a second language, must have an IELTS score of 7.0.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development.
  • Completion of end point assessment if undertaken NA training as an apprentice.

  Desirable

  • Essential induction training and experience.
  • Care Certificate.
  • 5 GCSEs Grade A-C to include Maths and English.
  • Level 3 Health related qualification.

  Experience

  Essential

  • Be able to demonstrate ability to work in the community.
  • Good experience of working in a team.
  • Experience of with the public demonstrating good customer care skills.
  • Experience of health coaching and health promotion.
  • Experience in working with children and young people and understanding their specific needs.

  Desirable

  • Previous experience of working within a community setting.
  • Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff.

  Personal Attributes

  Essential

  • Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times.
  • Positive and caring attitude.
  • Enthusiastic.
  • Passionate about delivering safe care.
  • Reliable.
  • Trustworthy.
  • Adaptable.

  Skills and AbiIities

  Essential

  • Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Effective communication skills (verbal and written) and good interpersonal skills.
  • Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise.
  • Intermediate IT skills.
  • Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers.
  • Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact.
  • Ability to move between sites working across health and social care as required by the needs of the development programme.
  • Ability to work on own initiative.
  • Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.

  Knowledge and Awareness

  Essential

  • Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
  • Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional.
  • Understanding of the Care System for children and how this impacts their lives.
  • An understanding of attachment and trauma in childhood.
  • Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count).
  • Awareness of own limitations.

  Desirable

  • Understanding of evidence based practice.
  • Completion of an HCA development programme.
  • Understanding of basic physiology, e.g. normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements etc.
  • Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Foundation Level Degree: Nursing Associate Qualification.
  • NMC Registered Nursing Associate.
  • Foundation Degree.
  • Completion of End Point Assessment for applicants who have undertaken an apprenticeship route.
  • GCSE Grade A-C English and Maths or Level 2 in Maths and English.
  • When English is spoken as a second language, must have an IELTS score of 7.0.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development.
  • Completion of end point assessment if undertaken NA training as an apprentice.

  Desirable

  • Essential induction training and experience.
  • Care Certificate.
  • 5 GCSEs Grade A-C to include Maths and English.
  • Level 3 Health related qualification.

  Experience

  Essential

  • Be able to demonstrate ability to work in the community.
  • Good experience of working in a team.
  • Experience of with the public demonstrating good customer care skills.
  • Experience of health coaching and health promotion.
  • Experience in working with children and young people and understanding their specific needs.

  Desirable

  • Previous experience of working within a community setting.
  • Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff.

  Personal Attributes

  Essential

  • Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times.
  • Positive and caring attitude.
  • Enthusiastic.
  • Passionate about delivering safe care.
  • Reliable.
  • Trustworthy.
  • Adaptable.

  Skills and AbiIities

  Essential

  • Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Effective communication skills (verbal and written) and good interpersonal skills.
  • Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise.
  • Intermediate IT skills.
  • Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers.
  • Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact.
  • Ability to move between sites working across health and social care as required by the needs of the development programme.
  • Ability to work on own initiative.
  • Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.

  Knowledge and Awareness

  Essential

  • Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
  • Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional.
  • Understanding of the Care System for children and how this impacts their lives.
  • An understanding of attachment and trauma in childhood.
  • Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count).
  • Awareness of own limitations.

  Desirable

  • Understanding of evidence based practice.
  • Completion of an HCA development programme.
  • Understanding of basic physiology, e.g. normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements etc.
  • Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning.

  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.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Additional information

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

  Address

  Kings Medical Centre

  King Edward Street

  Normanton

  West Yorkshire

  WF6 2AZ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

  Address

  Kings Medical Centre

  King Edward Street

  Normanton

  West Yorkshire

  WF6 2AZ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

Notice