Glaven Ward are excited to recruit a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner or Nursing Associate to join the team on a permanent basis.
We are a forward thinking and flexible team and we are looking to do things differently.
Whilst there are some roles and responsibilities that can only be carried out by a Registered Nurse, we are looking to develop the role of an Assistant Practitioner or Nursing Associate to enable participation in a wider range of opportunities. This includes attending inpatient reviews, completing relevant documentation such as clinical notes and risk assessments (under the supervision of a Registered Nurse) and medication administration following completion of training and competency assessment. You would also be involved in change management projects such as quality improvement. You will support the Registered Nurses with the day to day activities and provide support to service users throughout their inpatient journey.
Main duties of the job
Following a review of our staffing establishment we are delighted to be able to offer opportunities at Band 4 level. Glaven Ward is an all-male unit based on the Hellesdon Hospital Site in Norwich. The role would entail supporting the team in collaboratively assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating care for those we are privileged to look after. We are looking for energised individuals who will be excited to be part of something new and very special. We want creativity, innovative ideas and passion towards providing excellent patient care. If you want to make a difference in people's lives and change it for the better, then we want you to be part of our fantastic team! About us
Benefits included with this role are: a comprehensive in-house & external training programmes career progression starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays) NHS discounts and many more. Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities. If you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY! Interview dates are yet to be set; you will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying. We are looking to arrange face-to-face interviews; however, we would also be willing to offer interviews via Microsoft Teams to support attending and reducing travel as well as Covid-linked issues. Job responsibilities
Please note that this job role requires a Level 5 Qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent. This includes a Nurse Associate qualification. Previous inpatient mental health experience is desired but not essential, but the successful candidate will need to have clinical experience. Please get in touch if you are working towards this qualification. Person Specification
Qualification
Care Certificate Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care / Mental Health at L5 or Apprenticeship in Health & Social Care / Mental Health L5 or alternative (relevant) academic qualification at L5 (degree) Clinical experience Medication Management Qualification Experience
Working with Service Users with Mental Health needs Supporting information demonstrates good values, patient-centred approach, knowledge, skills and passion for the role Skills
Ability to problem-solve Approachable, tactful and diplomatic Knowledge
Understanding of Mental Health issues 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. £26,530 to £29,114 a year gross per annum/pro rata
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Following a review of our staffing establishment we are delighted to be able to offer opportunities at Band 4 level. Glaven Ward is an all-male unit based on the Hellesdon Hospital Site in Norwich. The role would entail supporting the team in collaboratively assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating care for those we are privileged to look after. We are looking for energised individuals who will be excited to be part of something new and very special. We want creativity, innovative ideas and passion towards providing excellent patient care. If you want to make a difference in people's lives and change it for the better, then we want you to be part of our fantastic team! About us
Benefits included with this role are: a comprehensive in-house & external training programmes career progression starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays) NHS discounts and many more. Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities. If you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY! Interview dates are yet to be set; you will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying. We are looking to arrange face-to-face interviews; however, we would also be willing to offer interviews via Microsoft Teams to support attending and reducing travel as well as Covid-linked issues. Job responsibilities
Please note that this job role requires a Level 5 Qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent. This includes a Nurse Associate qualification. Previous inpatient mental health experience is desired but not essential, but the successful candidate will need to have clinical experience. Please get in touch if you are working towards this qualification. Person Specification
Qualification
Care Certificate Foundation Degree in Health & Social Care / Mental Health at L5 or Apprenticeship in Health & Social Care / Mental Health L5 or alternative (relevant) academic qualification at L5 (degree) Clinical experience Medication Management Qualification Experience
Working with Service Users with Mental Health needs Supporting information demonstrates good values, patient-centred approach, knowledge, skills and passion for the role Skills
Ability to problem-solve Approachable, tactful and diplomatic Knowledge
Understanding of Mental Health issues 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. £26,530 to £29,114 a year gross per annum/pro rata
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