Nutrition Associate Practitioner

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Full time
Location: Margate
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East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust Location:

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22.01.2025 Expiry Date:

08.03.2025 Job Description:

Job summary The position advertised is for a Qualified Nursing Associate to work as part of the friendly nutrition team at QEQM. Our mission is to provide every patient with safe, timely and appropriate nutritional care. Reporting to the Registered Specialist Practitioner for Nutrition & Hydration, the post holder will support acutely ill patients with their nutritional needs and be a knowledgeable resource to clinical staff in the organisation. The successful candidate will need excellent interpersonal and organisational skills in order to help take the Nutrition and Hydration Strategy forwards. Some previous experience in nutrition is desirable and extensive experience of working as a healthcare support worker or equivalent in an acute clinical environment is essential. The role lies within Corporate Nursing but has close working relationships with other Care Groups and professional colleagues. For further information about the role contact the Lead Nurse for Nutrition - Fleur Hartley on 07974612731 or email. Main duties of the job Providing person-centered, compassionate and safe care for those with complex nutritional requirements. Providing targeted assistance for patients at mealtimes. Supporting ward teams to screen patients for malnutrition within agreed standards. Providing administrative support to the site-based nutrition support team as required. Providing support in the care of all types of enteral feeding tubes. Providing training to wards and staff in all aspects of tube care. About us We are looking to increase our existing caring and compassionate team with nurses who are keen and enthusiastic; in return we can offer you a stimulating working environment which will develop the skills and abilities required in our specialty. To help you do this you will be supported by a multidisciplinary team. We offer a full package of benefits, including a car lease scheme; on-site childcare; generous annual leave in line with NHS terms and conditions; high street and public transport discounts; a 24/7 staff support service - and the little things that make life easier, like on-site Amazon lockers and fresh fruit and veg stalls.

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