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    Bank Band 3 HCA Astley Court, Norfolk - Norwich, United Kingdom - Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

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    Job summary

    We currently have opportunities to join the Nursing Bank within Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT). In particular we are looking for temporary staff to work as and when required often at short notice at Band 3 level based at Astley Court, in Norfolk

    Astley Court has been designed to ensure service users' privacy, dignity and comfort during treatment and provides 12 individual, en-suite rooms for them during their short stay of three to four months. The building has excellent access to outdoor areas. This includes separate gardens, an enclosed courtyard and a shared recreational garden space.

    The service has dedicated resource rooms, separated from other areas, that enable personal and social development to support successful treatment and recovery. The communal space is open and airy with commissioned art installations that makes the area feel that it is not a traditional place of treatment. The innovative design features allow people who are very unwell to receive the care they need safely and therapeutically, whilst ensuring their dignity and respect are maintained

    All roles on the bank are for as and when workers and therefore in particular may suit those already working part-time, with other commitments, or who want to work on a short-term basis.Applicants should have some experience of working in a healthcare setting particularly within mental health or learning disability services.

    Main duties of the job

    The post holder is required to carry out assigned tasks involving direct care in support of and under guidance of registered nurse or a more senior Health Care Assistant for all or most of the shift. To actively participate in promoting high standards of care within the philosophy of Person centred Planning.

    All staff should comply with the Trust's Anti-Discriminatory Statement, Employee Charter, Trust Policies and Procedures, Code of Conduct and Equality and Diversity

    PLEASE SEE JD/PS ATTACHED FOR FURTHER INFO

    About us

    Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) is an exceptional organisation with big ambitions, our aim is to be the leading provider of mental health and specialist learning disability services in the country.

    With a workforce of c. 3,000 and an annual income of c. £200m, the Trust is organised across three Strategic Business Units and provides integrated health and social care services through a large network of community and inpatient settings, serving diverse communities across Hertfordshire, Norfolk, North Essex and Buckinghamshire. As a university trust, HPFT continues to develop strong links with the University of Hertfordshire providing excellent learning and development opportunities, as well as strengthening our clinical research capability.

    Whilst it is a challenging period for the NHS, there has never been a more exciting time to join HPFT. Building on the CQC ' Outstanding' rating given by the CQC in 2019, we remain on our "Good to Great" journey as we continue to innovate, improve, transform and ultimately deliver the very highest standards of care to the service users and communities that we serve.

    To support us on this journey we are looking for an energetic, dynamic and ambitious individual to join our organisation

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Clinical Responsibility

    Actively fulfil the role of the Associate Named Nurse as described in the Broadland Clinic protocol

    Supervise or assist service-users with personal hygiene requirements including bathing, washing and toileting, where required

    Fully conversant with the risk assessment and risk management care plans of each Service User

    Ensure that the statutory requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 are observed and applied

    Work in accordance of HPFT and Broadland Clinic policies and procedures

    Maintain security at The Broadland Clinic, by adherence to all policies and procedures. Assist the Broadland Clinic team identify the security / risk behaviours of each individual service user

    As a team member support colleagues, and where necessary, ensure that they are aware of each individuals management program in relation to security / risk behaviours

    Assist the Team Manager in observing the security of the Broadland Clinic for breaches or potential compromises in the physical security of the clinic.

    Promote Service User empowerment in all aspects of their care

    Supervise or assist during meal times service users and to report any eating difficulties to registered staff

    Assist with occupational and rehabilitation therapies including sports, shopping and social activities when required, in support of registered staff

    Assist in admission procedures, transfers and discharge of service users including the safekeeping of relevant personal property.

    Assist in maintaining record charts such as nursing observation, fluid balance, weight, temperature, pulse and respirations

    Work in support of registered staff in all forms of group and individual therapy

    Undertake the escort of service users in wards, day hospitals and ambulances and to offer support and reassurance to service users as required

    Undertake escort duties to other hospitals as required.

    Prepare and tidy beds, personal lockers and bed areas of clients who are unable to care for their own possessions and to supervise those service users who are able to do so.

    Assist medical or registered nurses with diagnostic techniques this may include obtaining sample specimens and routine urine testing.

    Carry out observation of service users in accordance with the Nursing Observation Policy at The Broadland Clinic.

    Assist registered staff in the implementation of individual nursing care plans.

    PLEASE SEE JD/PS ATTACHED FOR FURTHER INFO

    Person Specification

    Knowledge/Training/Experience

    Essential

  • Good General education
  • Desirable

  • NVQ2 or equivalent experience
  • Experience of a Health Care Setting
  • Minimum of 6 months health care experience
  • Communication Skills

    Desirable

  • barriers to effective communication, modifying communication in response
  • Analytical skills

    Essential

  • Flexible and responsive approach to care
  • Knowledge and ability to positively manage change
  • Other Requirements

    Essential

  • *Car driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving)


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