Nursing Associate - BBV Team

Job overview

If you are seeking a speciality that can offer experience in HIV and Viral Hepatitis then consider a role with our BBV team.

An exciting opportunity has become available for Band 4 Nursing associate  to work as part of the Blood borne virus team at The Royal Liverpool Hospital.

The successful candidate will work alongside the Blood borne virus nursing team running your own Fibroscan and Phlebotomy clinic to include External jugular bloods for our patients who how have difficult access, training will be provided for both fibroscan and external jugular venepuncture. The successful candidate will be required to play an integral role in the delivery of high quality care. They will be expected to be part of the audit and research projects that will be carried out by the team. The successful candidate will be expected to have a foundation degree in assisting professional practice or equivalent. If you enjoy the challenges, and are an individual who demonstrates excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills then this could be the post for you.

Main duties of the job

• Act in the best interest of the patients and their family;
• Put people first and provide nursing care that is person centred, safe and compassionate;
• Act professionally at all times in line with the organisation's values and behaviours;
• Use the knowledge and experience to make evidence-based decisions and solve problems;
• Recognise and work within the limits of their competence as defined by the NMC standards of proficiency for Nursing Associates;
• Be able to identify own role boundaries;
• Be responsible for own actions and omissions and escalate concerns appropriately.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

As a Registered Nursing Associate you will expected

Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) with a focus on promoting health and independence. Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS values. Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual. Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting. Where appropriate, work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals defined plan of care, within designated parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed. Adhere to legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines both local and national. Regularly attend workplace and staff engagement meetings and contribute positively to discussions about the improvement of care. Plan and manage competing demands of job role, continuous professional development and work-related learning. Work in an effective and organised manner, demonstrating excellent time management and organisational skills to effectively deliver person-centred care for an allocated group of individuals. Deliver effective care following treatment plans determined by the Registered Nurse or registered care professional and provide feedback on progress against the plans. Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of individuals, the public, health and social care professionals, maintaining the focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services. Demonstrate those interpersonal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust. Communicate with individuals, carers and other visitors in a courteous and helpful manner, whilst being mindful that there may be barriers to understanding. Ensure all patient related information is treated sensitively and adhere to the principals of confidentiality at all times. Ensure clear, concise, accurate and legible records and all communication is maintained in relation to care delivered adhering to local and national guidance. Exercise judgement in assessing patient condition, comfort and wellbeing, using analysis of a range of possible factors. Ensure that only those activities for which competence has been achieved are undertaken without supervision and that recognition is given to the impact and consequences of practising outside capability.