- GCSEs Grade A-C in Maths and English or Functional skills level 2 in Maths and English or equivalent
- Willingness to to work towards and complete Trainee Nurse Associate Apprenticeship Programme
- Ability to study and commit to completing the Foundation Degree programme
- Essential induction training and experience Completion of care certificate or equivalent.
- Minimum of 12 months experience as a Health Care Assistant or equivalent
- GCSEs Grade A-C in Maths and English or Functional skills level 2 in Maths and English or equivalent
- Ability to study and commit to completing the Foundation Degree programme
- Essential induction training and experience completion of care certificate or equivalent
- Qualifications and Credit Framework Level 3 in Care or equivalent in terms of both academic attainment and previous care experience
- Evidence of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
- Understanding of the role of the Nursing Associate Role and how this may contribute to service development
- 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
- Completion of an HCA development programme
- Understanding of basic physiology, normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements etc.
- Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count)
Trainee Nurse Associate- Dashwood Primary Care Network - High Wycombe, United Kingdom - FedBucks Ltd
Description
Job summary
Dashwood Primary Care Network
Salary:Band 3 starting at £18,000 depending on experience
Working hours per week
Base:Stokenchurch Medical Centre.
NHS Pension
33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Nursing Associates to join our growing team at Dashwood Primary Care Network.
This is a developmental role, the trainee will work towards progression into the post of Nursing Associate through successful completion of the Nursing Associate training programme which includes the attainment of a level 5 Foundation Degree equivalent qualification.
Main duties of the job
They will develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the role of Nursing Associate within the service and through completion of the Nursing Associate training programme which includes working in care settings and delivery of person-centred care.
The Trainee Nursing Associate programme combines and integrates both academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers. The Trainee Nursing Associate will be based, as an employee, in a particular organisation, in a specific setting, but will experience working in alternative settings in order that they gain a wide appreciation of many health and care contexts and are able to fulfil all the requirements of the programme.
At the end of the programme, the Trainee Nursing Associate will be equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours relevant to employment as a Nursing Associate and will work to a nationally recognised code of conduct.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
About us
FedBucks is a federation of 47 GP practices covering a population of over 485,000 patients across Buckinghamshire. We began in 2016 and now employ around 200 members of staff across our head office sites, and our primary care and unplanned care services.
As a GP Federation, we are proud to represent our member practices and to champion primary care by working with local general practice and system partners in the provision of community-based healthcare services. We are dedicated to providing safe and compassionate care to our patients across our range of primary care and unplanned healthcare services in Buckinghamshire, and believe in continuous commitment to quality service delivery and positive patient outcomes.
Patients are at the heart of everything we do, and we pride ourselves in ensuring our patients feel safe, supported, communicated with and respected, at a time when they may be feeling vulnerable. Our vision is to provide high quality, seamless health care that enables people to lead healthier lives, whilst feeling supported and cared for.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
Key Areas/Tasks
Deliver high quality, compassionatecare under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered careprofessional dependent on setting) with a focus on promoting health andindependence
Have proficient attitudes andbehaviours compatible with NHS Values
Work as part of a designated clinicaland care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of theindividual
Carry outspecific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a highstandard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registerednurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting
Work with a mentor/supervisor to takeresponsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership andreflective practice skills within the workplace, while on placements andthrough attending the Nursing Associate Training Programme
Provide feedback to assist in theevaluation of the Nursing Associate programme
Develop bythe end of the Nursing Associate Training Programme the ability to work withoutdirect supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with theindividuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of theNursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed Clinicalresponsibilities Individuals care The following list is indicative as tasksand responsibilities will vary depending on the care setting the traineeNursing Associate is working in. The content will be reviewed in the light ofthe evaluation of the Nursing Associate pilot programme. The trainee will:
Developunderstanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist theregistered nurse in the on-going assessment, planning, management andevaluation of care
Supportindividuals with all aspects of care including daily living, providingperson-centred care and promoting health and independence through awarenessraising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate
Performand record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature,respirations, pulse
Undertakeclinical tasks including cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs
Accuratelyrecord nutritional and fluid intake
Ensure the privacy, dignity and safetyof individuals is maintained at all times
Demonstrate the ability to recognisechanging priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse orother registered care professionals as appropriate
Report back and share information withthe registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses ofindividuals
Recognise issues relating tosafeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or raiseconcerns to the appropriate registered care professionals
Assist in the assessment of andcontribute to the management of risk across several areas within theenvironment where care is being administered
Assist inthe implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical,emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs ofindividuals and carers
Assist inthe delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse
Developunderstanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for exampledementia, mental illness, learning disabilities
Develop skills in relation tocoaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff Assist with the implementation andmonitoring of clinical standards and outcomes
Develop a working knowledge of otherproviders resources and referral systems to ensure individuals needs are met,within parameters of practice
Engage in reflective practice includingmanagement of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions andreflecting on answers given
Demonstrate good understanding ofprinciples of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertakingnursing and care procedures
Demonstrate good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation ofLiberties and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice / guidancefrom the Registered Nurse or registered care professional as required
Person SpecificationExperience
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
Desirable