Job summary
- Main area
- Nurse Associate - Emergency care
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 279-6447414-JUL24
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Emergency Department, Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £25,147 - £27,596 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 02/08/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Nurse Associate
Band 4
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
Are you a Nursing Associate (or soon to qualify Nurse Associate) with a drive for acute and emergency care?
Brighton & Sussex University Hospital NHS Trust have opportunities for Nursing Associates to join our Emergency Department team at the Royal Sussex County Hospital. We are a Major Trauma Centre, receiving patients from throughout Surrey, Sussex and surrounding areas.
The post will suit a dynamic and energetic individual able to work as part of a team.
The post holder will be offered education, mandatory training and staff development within a positive learning environment.
A nursing associate in the emergency department will be expected to:
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Deliver high quality, 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
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Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values
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Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual
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Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting
Main duties of the job
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.Duties will include:
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Document nursing care in a comprehensive, timely, logical, accurate, clear and concise manner using appropriate terminologies (counter-signed by a registered practitioner, as appropriate)
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Assist in the safe admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with Trust policies
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May supervise clinical support workers (e.g. Health Care Assistants, Trainee Assistant Practitioners, Trainee Nursing Associates and 1st, 2nd year student nurses) in own area; may assist in assessment and learning/development of clinical support workers
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Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values
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Take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace
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Deliver high quality, 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
Specific duties and responsibilities are subject to specific training, adherence to protocols/policies and formal assessment of competency.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Ensure all patient related information is treated sensitively and adhere to the principals of confidentiality at all times
Report any accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy
Ensure clear, concise, accurate and legible records and all communication is maintained in relation to care delivered adhering to local and national guidance
Assist with the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcomes
Develop a working knowledge of other providers’ resources and referral systems to ensure individual’s needs are met, within parameters of practice
Engage in reflective practice including management of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions and reflecting on answers given
Demonstrate good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures
This job description is an outline of the role and responsibilities. From time to time due to the needs of the service, we may ask you to flexibly undertake other duties that are consistent with your role and banding, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.
The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the department and the organisation.
Person specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential criteria
- NMC registered Nurse Associate
Desirable criteria
- Previous Acute/Emergency care experience
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Georgia Budd
- Job title
- Senior Sister
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273696955
- Additional information
Contact telephone number - 01273696955 extension 62283
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