About this role
Job summary
Provides high quality clinical care to patients, in line with the trust values and in accordance with professional regulations.
Accepts delegated responsibility from the Nurse in Charge, for the care of a specific group of patients. Works in line with trust policies, objectives, protocols, and local guidelines and in accordance with NMC regulations
Works as part of a team to provide high quality, evidence based clinical care to patients and their carers.
Communicates in accordance with trust values at all times with patients, carers and other staff members.
Undertakes opportunities to develop and expand their nursing skills, acting as a supervisor for Nurse Associates in training, Health Care Support Workers or Nursing students.
Maintains high standards of professional responsibility and accountability and have an awareness of the ethical and medico-legal aspects of nursing in line with NMC regulations and local guidance.
Main duties of the job
1. Work as part of a designated clinical team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the patients and their family.
2. Contribute to the planning of care delivery in association with the Registered Nurse.
3. Contribute to ongoing assessments recognising when it is necessary to refer to others for reassessment and action.
4. Demonstrate the ability to recognise the changing priorities in both physical and mental health and when to escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice.
5. Recognises and effectively responds to emergency situations seeking support from the Registered Nurse in a timely and appropriate manner.
6. Implements and evaluates individual care / treatment plans.
7. Improve the quality of care by contributing to the continuous monitoring of patients care.
8. To accept delegated responsibility from the Registered Nurse to monitor individual plans of care to meet the immediate and on-going needs of patients.
9. Undertake a range of agreed clinical skills including venepuncture, routine ECG recording, measure and interpret blood glucose levels
About us
The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute Hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics.
The safety and well-being of our patients and of our staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress and going forward by working in partnership with local GPs, charities,community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are absolutely focused on ensuring that our hospitalsprovide high quality, safe and compassionate care, while drive forward the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.
We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.
Please note : Once a sufficient number of applications have been received the vacancy may be closed prior to the published closing down date.
Job description Job responsibilities
1. Work as part of a designated clinical team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the patients and their family.
2. Contribute to the planning of care delivery in association with the Registered Nurse.
3. Contribute to ongoing assessments recognising when it is necessary to refer to others for reassessment and action.
4. Demonstrate the ability to recognise the changing priorities in both physical and mental health and when to escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice.
5. Recognises and effectively responds to emergency situations seeking support from the Registered Nurse in a timely and appropriate manner.
6. Implements and evaluates individual care / treatment plans.
7. Improve the quality of care by contributing to the continuous monitoring of patients care.
8. To accept delegated responsibility from the Registered Nurse to monitor individual plans of care to meet the immediate and on-going needs of patients.
9. Undertake a range of agreed clinical skills including venepuncture, routine ECG recording, measure and interpret blood glucose levels
10. To be responsible for contributing to the clinical environment which promotes a positive patient experience and care, promoting privacy and dignity at all times.
Ensures all policies and protocols relating to infection control are implemented and monitored, taking appropriate and timely action in response to ensuring the prevention and control of infection. 12. To administer medication within the limitations of the role, in line with scope of practice in accordance with NMC Code and trust policy.
13. Demonstrates the ability to recognise the effects of medicines, allergies, side effects, drug sensitivity, contraindications, and adverse reactions.
Ensures safe practice in line with Health and Safety guidance, for example moving and handling and correct disposal of sharps. 15. To oversee the care delivered to their designated group of patients by healthcare support workers, nursing students and apprentice nursing associates.
16. To educate patients and families about illness and conditions under the direct/ indirect supervision of the Registered Nurse.
17. To maintain contemporaneous, accurate and evaluative patient records in line with NMC Code and Trust policy.
18. Understand the roles of a range of professionals and carers from other organisations and settings who may be participating in the care of a patient and their family.
19. To place Hillingdon CARES values at the centre of patient care and implement these values in practice.
Professional responsibilities:
1. Provides a holistic and safe approach to patient care.
2. Practices in accordance NMC code of conduct, having an awareness of professional responsibilities within the code.
3. Develop new skills and knowledge pertaining to clinical area by undertaking competencies and training, as advised by the Registered Nurse.
4. Communicates effectively within the Multidisciplinary team and with external agencies, where required.
5. Uses risk assessment and management to maintain a safe patient environment.
6. Contributes to the reporting of incidents, in line with trust policy.
7. Actively participates in continuing professional development.
8. Be familiar and work within scope of trust policies and procedures, ensuring they are understood by other members of staff within the team.
9. Demonstrates a good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty and safeguarding concerns and processes, applying principles to everyday practice and seeking advice from Registered Nurse/other registered healthcare professionals as required.
10. Maintains strict confidentiality in relation to patient information, in accordance with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott principles.
11. To be aware of the standards of behaviour expected in relation to Equal Opportunities and to carry out duties in accordance with the Trusts Equal Opportunities policy.
Person Specification
Person Spec Essential
Registered Nursing associate on NMC register GCSE grade A-C English and Maths or Level 2 in Maths and English Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting as part of the multidisciplinary team under appropriate supervision Insight into evaluating own strength and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate Previous NHS experience in an acute hospital setting
Desirable
Other health related Level 3 qualification Understanding the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and multidisciplinary team within the organisation and how the role may contribute to service development. 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.
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 Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Hillingdon Hospital
Pield Heath Road
Uxbridge Middx
UB8 3NN
Employer's website https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)