Registered Nursing Associate- Learning Disabilities And Mental Health

Job overview The Nursing Associate has a breadth of knowledge across the fields of nursing, providing holistic and person-centred care and support for people of all ages and in a variety of settings.
The nursing associate works independently under the leadership of registered nurses, working within the sphere of nursing and care and within all aspects of the nursing process.Nursing Associates are equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours relevant to employment as a nursing associate and will work to a nationally recognised code of conduct (Nursing and Midwifery Council 2015).Our team works hard to ensure high quality patient centred care is at the heart of everything we do.
The applicant will be expected to be dynamic and committed by actively contributing to and supporting the recovery process as well as maintaining the high standards of patient care whilst working within a safe, secure and supportive environment.In return, the applicant can expect to work within a supportive environment where you will receive regular clinical supervision, and will be actively encouraged to undertake further training and study in order for you to continue to develop professionally, in accordance with your agreed personal development plans Main duties of the job The Thames Valley Forensic Mental Health Services are seeking to recruit passionate, driven, enthusiastic Nurse Associates to contribute to our services, working at ward level with our existing RMN Forensic staff.
Our Male Medium Secure Unit provides for patients with a diagnosis of mental illness and/or personality disorder.
Many of our service users have had experience of the criminal justice.The role will assist the registered staff to deliver a wide range of nursing interventions including the treatment of multiple chronic conditions, mental health and social vulnerability.
It requires strong all-round capability, insights and adaptability in physical and mental health working, as well as organisational, communication and inter-personal skills.We are seeking to recruit passionate, driven, enthusiastic Nurse Associates to contribute to our services.
You will have a good knowledge base, excellent communication skills and a flexible and positive attitude.
You should have a caring, non-judgmental and inclusive attitude and be committed to identifying, provide and assist the registered staff to deliver a wide range of nursing interventions including the treatment of multiple chronic conditions, learning disability, mental health and social vulnerability.
Working for our organisation Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing.
These include: Excellent opportunities for career progressionAccess to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceNHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailersCompetitive pension schemeLease car schemeCycle to work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeMental Health First AidersStaff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Detailed job description and main responsibilities The role will assist the registered staff to deliver a wide range of nursing interventions including the treatment of multiple chronic conditions, learning disability and social vulnerability.
It requires strong all-round capability, insights and adaptability in physical and mental health, as well as organisational, communication and inter-personal skills.
You will be working independently under the leadership of registered nurses, working within the sphere of nursing and care and within all aspects of the nursing process in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery professional code of conduct.At Evenlode we have established very effective ways of working with patients to help them identify and reach their goals whilst keeping them safe and supporting them onwards to a new life in the community.
If you think you have the right skills and values to offer us at this exciting time then we would very much like you to hear from you.This is an exciting opportunity to demonstrate and develop your skills and ability, whilst continually improving services and providing hands on quality care to our service users.
This post attracts RSU allowance of £1,446 per annum on top of your basic salary.See attached JD/PS for full duties Person specification Job Related Knowledge Essential criteria Ability to recognise own limitations in the context of the nursing associate roleAbility to participate in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.Effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication with patients, relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary teamUnderstanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans Desirable criteria Committed to working towards supporting, supervising Nurse Associate Students.
Personal Qualities Essential criteria Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.Ability to work with patients from a diverse range of religious, cultural and social backgrounds to meet their needs.Excellent interpersonal skills.
Qualifications Essential criteria Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.Understanding requirements for NMC professional Revalidation Desirable criteria Significant experience within a health/care setting relevant to the role.
All new starters have a thorough induction process, both local and Trust wide, which aims to create a positive supportive working environment allowing new employees to learn key elements of their role over a reasonable timescale.Appointment to this post is subject to the trust receiving satisfactory references covering 3 years of employment or study.
Please ask your referees to respond promptly to reference requests.Employees are expected to undertake mandatory and statutory training related to their role.We are ambitious in our pursuit of excellence, driven by the belief that a fair, just and fully inclusive organisational culture enables our teams to deliver the best quality of care and services possible and we work hard to ensure that our diverse workforce reflects the communities that we serve.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community, are an Equal Opportunities employer with a number of internal networking groups to support our employees and where possible will always look to make reasonable adjustments in order that you can fulfil the role to recognise your full potential.
All our employees are committed to demonstrating through their behaviour our core values – safe, caring and excellent.Oxford Health is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Oxford is a world-renowned centre of excellence for research.
Oxford Health works closely with the University of Oxford department of Psychiatry and the Department of Primary care, has a Biomedical Research Centre dedicated to improving mental health and the NIHR Clinical Research Facility at the Warneford site.
The Trust also hosts the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) which carries out applied research that directly impacts patient health and wellbeing