- Level 2 English and Math's - (equivalent to GCSE grade C or above).
- Demonstrates meeting the standards of the Care Certificate.
- An accredited level 5 vocational qualification such as a Foundation Degree or other Level 5 Diploma in Healthcare.
- Substantial proven experience in health care.
- Supervision of others.
- Competency in the range of developmental competencies identified in Appendix 1.
- Car driver with access to own transport.
Assistant Practitioner/Nursing Associate - Chard, United Kingdom - Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Description
Job summary
Nursing Associate / Assistant Practitioner, Band 4
The West South Somerset District Nurses are looking for a dynamic Band 4 Nursing Associate / Assistant Practitioner to join the teams who work across the Chard, Ilminster, South Petherton, Langport & Crewkerne Neighbourhood.
We visit patients in their own homes and work along side our colleagues from the integrated teams, including CRS, OPMH, GPs, Complex Care Team Palliative care teams, Adult Social Care, village agents and Hospital at Home.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
We offer a integrated service to help our house bound patients. you will be part of a fantastic team who are multi skilled.
We can offer support for training and career progression in nursing.
If you would like to work in a Community setting that values you, supports you in allowing you the time to really care and is committed to your professional development then apply today
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
For a detailed outline of the role and main responsibilities, please see job description attached. Informal chats/visits welcome Please contact Joanne Chadwick on the below details to arrange.
Person SpecificationQualifications & Training
Essential
Experience
Essential
Skills
Essential