Senior Nursing Assistant
Job Description
Job summary
As a member of the team in this enhanced role support and work closely with registered practitioners to deliver a high standard of care to patients, families and their carers in a safe and supportive environmentwithout the need for direct supervision. To work as part of the wider team in developing and maintaining services provided to patients and contribute to the safe, efficient and smooth running of the ward/clinicalarea or department. This will be undertaken whilst maintaining the dignity and privacy of all patients and respect their right to confidentiality.To complete and maintain on an ongoing basis a generic and specific portfolio of clinical competencies and/or Care Certificate as required. To be motivated in order to review progress with Manager at regular intervals through the appraisal process.
Main duties of the job
BAND 3 SENIOR NURSING ASSISTANT VACANCIES IN THE OXFORD CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - FULL TIME
Do you have experience working with children and young people? Do you have a childcare qualification (NVQ level 3) or other healthcare experience? If so, we could have the perfect job for you.
This role will involve caring for children and teenagers with the support of a registered nurse and being responsible for some house-keeping duties. Training will be given to successful applicants who will be required to complete a set of competencies enabling them to undertake specific additional nursing care duties and responsibilities.
For informal visits or any other information, please find contact details below.
About us
"Bellhouse/Drayson Ward's goal is to provide high quality, holistic nursing care, working in partnership with children and their families. We strive to take on feedback and make continuous improvements to our care delivery in line with best evidence-based practice. We employ the use of digital technology to ensure high levels of patient safety are achieved.
In order to support our goals, we prioritise staff wellbeing and safety, ensure good communication and teamwork and adopt a supportive learning environment for both staff and students. With this in mind we can ensure that we are meeting the trust objectives, as well as keeping in line with the NMC code of conduct. "
Job responsibilities
Please see job description attached for more information.
You will be working along side a registered nurse in caring for children and teenagers on our medical ward. As well as caring for general medical patients we also cover lots of different specialties including Endocrine, Respiratory, Gastroenterology and Cardiac.
Person Specification
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Able to demonstrate the ability to put patients at the heart of what you do and recognising different needs by encouraging a spirit of support, integrity, respect and teamwork
- Shows pride in the quality of care they provide for patients and learning from successes and setbacks.
- Evidence of commitment to the Oxford University Hospitals' vision and values.
Values and Behaviours Educatio
Essential
- To demonstrate literacy and numeracy.
- Good command of spoken English assessed at interview.
- Motivated to develop knowledge and skills and to undertake selfdevelopment.
- Evidence of level 2 Apprenticeship or Diploma in Health related subject.
Desirable
- Evidence of Level 3 Diploma or Apprenticeship in Health related subject or working towards
- Evidence of the Care Certificate or commitment to achieve on joining Trust. Understanding of the Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England
Clinical Practice
Essential
- Significant experience of the NHS and/or health/child care and an interest in the speciality with knowledge of wider issues relating to health care
- Clear understanding of professional accountability, delegation and professionalism related to the role of a band 3 worker
- Makes a positive contribution as a team player and demonstrates awareness of importance of working as part of a team.
- Able to deliver a high standard of care for patients and always striving to improve on what you do through change and innovation.
- Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Is sensitive to the impact and implications of decisions and activities undertaken on other professionals
Desirable
- Up to date knowledge and insight into specialist area.
Clinical Practice Planning
Essential
- Able to prioritise and to organise and motivate oneself and others to achieve delegated tasks.
- Flexible approach to shift patterns and unit needs which may involve working in different areas or cross site working
- Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety.
- Able to use own initiative within the boundaries of the role and able to motivate oneself and others.
Improving Quality
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality and awareness of key policies legislation in order to maintain information governance.
- Appreciates the need for changes in the organisation or role requirements and can make a positive contribution to change management.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults
- Demonstrates ability to question and challenge practice in a constructive way so that standards of patient care are continually evaluated and improved.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work under minimal supervision but fully aware when to escalate concerns to a registered practitioner
- Flexible, adaptable. organised with good time management skills
- Ability to cope effectively under pressure and resilient and work within the team to manage complex and challenging situations.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with tact, diplomacy, empathy and understanding
- Smart professional appearance and adherence to uniform policy
- Recognise limitations of role and seek help and guidance
- To support and orientate new staff and contribute to their development acting as a role model.
- Essential IT skills in order to access required systems such as electronic patient records.
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
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Oxford
OX3 9DU
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