About this role
Job summary
This vacancy is for 2 days per week - ideally candidates will be available on Monday and Friday for this role.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate Band 3 Senior Nursing Assistant to join the HIV Service at the Ian Charleson Day Centre (ICDC), part of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
ICDC is one of the UK's largest HIV outpatient services, providing specialist care to more than 3,400 people living with HIV. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is committed to delivering high-quality patient care and who enjoys working within a busy, supportive multidisciplinary team.
As a Senior Nursing Assistant, you will work alongside nurses, doctors, pharmacists and administrative colleagues to support the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred HIV care. The role involves both direct patient care and clinical support activities, helping to ensure a positive experience for patients attending the service.
You will undertake a range of delegated clinical and administrative duties under the supervision of a registered nurse and will have opportunities to develop new skills and contribute to the smooth running of our clinics and day care services.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will contribute to the delivery of patients' individual care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse
The Senior Nursing Assistant demonstrates a level of skill and understanding which enables them to undertake specific tasks delegated by the nurse in charge and in accordance with relevant procedures, guidelines and policies. They will undertake both routine and specially identified tasks for which they have been trained and assessed as competent.
Assist with the induction, supervision and training and development of Band 2 Nursing Assistants under the supervision of a registered nurse.
There is the opportunity to develop within the role and undertake further training and development.
To act as a role model for student nurses and colleagues.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education and professional qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent/New Diploma Level 3 or equivalent Evidence of literacy and numeracy skills to GCSE C or equivalent Committed to own personal development and evidence of regular attendance at training days
Desirable
Completion of Assessor training
Experience Essential
Previous experience of working with patients in a hospital environment Previous experience of team work Previous experience of customer care
Skills and aptitudes Essential
Competent in performing investigations & procedures e.g. ECGs, simple dressings Expert in performing phlebotomy Ability to learn new skills quickly Ability to plan and prioritise workload Ability to communicate and present written information clearly Basic computer / keyboard skills Ability to understand and undertake monitoring of patients' vital signs
Desirable
Cannulation skills
Personal Qualities & attributes Essential
Has a caring, compassionate and professional nature Committed to developing self and others Diplomatic and calm Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues Non-judgemental attitude Flexibility in shift and working patterns to meet the needs of the service
Royal Free shared commitments Essential
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments.
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.
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Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Free Hospital
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)