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Band 2
Job overview
To work within Gateway E, Outpatients, Treatment Centre. Required to carry out a number of designated tasks, of which will involve direct care, in support of and under the supervision of a registered nurse in the outpatient setting.
Act as a chaperone for the patient and clinicians
Work as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team.
Following appropriate training and assessment, undertake clinical and non-clinical duties in support of the registered nurse.
The post holder is not required to hold statutory qualifications.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with the full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
Required to carry out a number of designated tasks, of which will involve direct care, in support of and under the supervision of a registered nurse in the outpatient setting.
Act as a chaperone for the patient and clinicians
Work as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team.
Following appropriate training and assessment, undertake clinical and non-clinical duties in support of the registered nurse.
The post holder is not required to hold statutory qualifications.
Working for our organisation
OUR VISION
Delivering the best care to our
Patients, valuing and developing our staff.
OUR STRATEGY.
To work with our People, Patients and Partners to deliver the best healthcare. To innovate through compassionate leadership, research and education. To continually improve our provision of safe high quality care, maximising the Potential and Performance of our engaged and empowered team. Being the best we will deliver the:
Right care
At the right time
In the right place
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Prepare beds/couches, trolleys and equipment ready for outpatient procedures.
Assist in unpacking, checking and storing supplies delivered to the area, reporting when stocks are low.
Keep clinical area safe, clean and tidy.
Carry out expected role without the need for constant supervision although recognising limitations and seeking direction when necessary.
Use initiative in planning daily and weekly routines.
Make a contribution to the development of patient care and setting standards.
Maintain good communication with other staff, patients and visitors including answering the telephone in a courteous and professional manner.
Be aware of need for own personal development and be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop oneself and to strive to increase personal knowledge.
Assist and participate in the implementation of Essence of Care benchmarking, the productive ward initiatives
Have a clear understanding of their responsibilities relating to their duty of care.
Person specification
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential criteria
- Understand the importance of instructions and written procedures.
Planning and organisation skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate effective time management skills.
Training & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Level of education to be assessed prior to interview.
Desirable criteria
- NVQ / QCF 2 in Healthcare
- ECDL
Experience
Essential criteria
- Previous experience in dealing with customers, patients or clients in a work environment.
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience in a health or social care setting.
Communication and relationship skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Good telephone skills.
- Ability to pass on information accurately
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrate Computer literacy & use of IT skills – e.g. e-mail
Physical skills
Essential criteria
- Capable of using equipment within a work environment under supervision.
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of moving and handling training
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential criteria
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s “We are here for you” behavioural standards
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Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at the NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Closing Dates: Please submit your application form as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Communication: All communication related to your application will be via the email address you have provided. Please ensure you check your email account including your junk email regularly.
Easy read application: if you have a disability and find it difficult to complete our online application form, you can apply via our easy read application which you can find on the intranet https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/easy-read-job-application
Support with Applications and Interviews: NUH are now able to offer application completion support and interview preparation support. If you would like to be contacted to take up this offer please email wideningparticipation@nuh.nhs.uk providing your name, phone number, and email address and the team will be in touch.
Salary: The quoted salary will be on a pro rata basis for part time workers.
Disability Confidence: All applicants who have declared a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the post will be shortlisted.
At Risk of redundancy: NHS employees within the East Midlands who are ‘at risk’ of redundancy will be given a preferential interview where they meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
International Recruitment: If you are applying for a role with us from outside of the UK then please read the guidance on applying for a health or social care job in the UK from abroad.
ID and Right to work checks: NUH authenticate ID and right to work documentation including passports and driving licenses through a system called Trust ID. NUH will scan your ID and right to work documentation in to the Trust ID system at your face to face ID appointment. The system will run a check against the key security features within your documentation. The system will provide us with an outcome of your check which will be stored securely on your personal file along with all other pre-employment check documentation.
Consent:
- Transfer of information: If I have previous NHS service - I consent to the transfer of my Electronic Staff Record (ESR) data between this and other NHS Trusts. I also consent to the Occupational Health Department confidentially accessing my occupational health records from my current or previous employer in order to check the status of my vaccinations, immunisations s and screening tests as relevant to the post. I understand this is an automated process and the information will only be used for these purposes prior to me taking up the position at NUH.
- Disclosure and Barring Service: Your post maybe subject to a DBS check which incur a cost dependent on the level of check required (£41.90 for enhanced and £21.90 for standard). I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if it is required (by deduction from first month’s pay). Should I decide to withdraw from my job offer, I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of the DBS check undertaken by cheque or other agreed method.
