Associate Practitioner

ESSEX PARTNERSHIP UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Basildon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS foundation trust in Basildon is seeking an Associate Practitioner to join their Adult Community Mental Health Team. The role focuses on delivering patient-centered and compassionate care, working independently under the supervision of a registered nurse. The ideal candidate will have a relevant healthcare qualification and experience in mental health services. This position offers flexible working options and numerous staff benefits.

Benefits

Season Ticket Loans

NHS discounts for staff

Excellent training facilities and opportunities

Buying and selling annual leave scheme

Flexible working options

Salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering patient-centered care.
• Ability to work independently while under supervision.
• Skills in planning and delivering individual care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic and compassionate care as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Supervise support staff and students in placement.
• Participate in the planning of individual care.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Independence

Communication

Education

Relevant healthcare qualification

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity to join our service as an Associate Practitioner. You will be working independently and accountably as part of the Adult Community Mental Health Team and wider multidisciplinary team, offering mental health access and information in the locality. The service currently runs 5 days a week (Mon - Fri 9-5pm).

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high quality, patient-centred, compassionate care under the direction of a registered nurse with a focus on promoting positive physical and mental health and independence. They will be professionally accountable and work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual. The Nursing Associate carries out specific clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction of a registered nurse and has the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individual\'s defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role. They will access clinical and care advice when needed.

The responsibility of the post holder is to participate in the planning and delivery of individual care provided by the multi-disciplinary team. They will work independently under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, providing holistic evidence-based high quality care to patients and will be professionally accountable for their actions. They will supervise and delegate appropriately to support staff within the team and they will support and supervise students and learners who are on placement. The Nursing Associate will be responsible for delivering high quality, patient-centred, compassionate care under the direction of a registered nurse with a focus on promoting health and independence. They will be professionally accountable and work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual. The Nursing Associate carry out specific clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction of a registered nurse and have the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individual\'s defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role. They will access clinical and care advice when needed.

The responsibility of the postholder is to participate in the planning and delivery of individual care provided by the multi-disciplinary team. They will work independently under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, providing holistic evidenced-based high quality care to patients and will be professionally accountable for their actions. They will supervise and delegate appropriately to support staff within the team and they will support and supervise students and learners in placement.

Important application requirements

Please ensure that as part of your application you include professional references with business contact information covering your last three years of employment history. We are unable to accept personal or character references.

As a newly appointed employee, you are responsible for incurring the cost of your initial DBS check relevant to your post; the amount will be deducted from your first salary with the Trust.

Equal opportunities and inclusion

Our Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We particularly welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services. We also hold the Disability two tick symbol and encourage people with a disability to apply. If you require this application form in another format (e.g. Braille or audio), contact the Recruitment Department on 01375 364513 or email the provided address to arrange dispatch.

The Trust has the right to expire vacancies prior to the closing date if they wish and advises checking the email account registered with NHS Jobs regularly. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application may be unsuccessful on this occasion.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to robust safer recruitment processes.

Pre-employment and vaccination information

Important Notice: Health and Social Care Act 2008 Regulations amended in 2021 require that anyone directly employed to work in a Care Home or deployed to a CQC registered care home be vaccinated against COVID-19, unless exempt. This is a requirement of this role and will form part of pre-employment checks.

Staff who are formally at risk within the organisation may be given priority in securing alternative employment. If a post is considered suitable alternative employment for an at-risk individual, the recruiting manager will be advised and the post may be withdrawn from NHS Jobs.

About the Trust

Our Trust cares for more than 100,000 patients across community health, mental health and learning disability services in Essex and parts of Bedfordshire and Suffolk. We value transformation, patient- and family-centered care, and supporting staff to grow and develop. The Trust is recognised for apprenticeships, veteran-friendly initiatives, diversity and inclusion, and innovative care delivery.

Benefits and flexibility

• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and selling annual leave scheme
• Opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge in other areas
• Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Day One Flexible Employer
• Flexible working options; you may apply for flexible working from day one

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