About this role
Job summary
Previous applicants need not apply
Gate 34 is a specialist uro-gynaecology ward providing care for all urology, gynaecology, and early pregnancy inpatients across the Trust. The ward is a 38-bed unit delivering highly specialised care within both services.
We are seeking motivated individuals to join our established and supportive team. The successful candidate will benefit from a wide range of training and development opportunities with all necessary formal and informal training provided across both specialties.
There are two vacancies available, both full-time and part-time applications will be considered.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Main duties of the job
The Nursing Associate will:
Be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centred, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) with a focus on promoting health and independence Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values Be an accountable professional Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual Carry out specific clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting Have the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when neededPlease refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.
About us We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers,home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Job description Job responsibilities
Essential person specification requirements
Qualifications
Foundation Level Degree: Nursing Associate Qualification NMC Registered Nursing Associate Foundation Degree Completion of End Point Assessment for applicants who have undertaken an apprenticeship route GCSE Grade A-C English and Maths or Level 2 in Maths and English When English is spoken as a second language, must have an IELTS score of 7.0 Evidence of continuing professional development Completion of end point assessment if undertaken NA training as an apprentice Experience
Be able to demonstrate ability to work in the area for which an application is made Good experience of working in a team Experience of with the public demonstrating good customer care skills Experience of health coaching and promoting independent living Knowledge and Awareness
Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count) Awareness of own limitations Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
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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.
Employer details Employer name The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
Address Pinderfields Hospital
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 4DG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)