Nursing Associate — Rapid Response (Community Health)

Oxleas; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust in London is seeking a qualified Nursing Associate (Band 4) to join the Rapid Response Team within Adult Physical Community Health Services. The post is permanent, full-time (37.5 hours/week) at Goldie Leigh Abbey Wood and other sites, with a 2-hour urgent response capability and community referrals handling.

The role requires NMC registration and completion of NA programme, with at least 2 years in care settings.

Qualifications

• NMC registration is required.
• Completed Nursing Associate (NA) programme.
• Driver's license is preferred.
• NHS experience is desirable.
• Community experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver delegated assessment plans and care to meet immediate and ongoing needs.
• Participate in delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered clinician.
• Plan and document patient progress in the Trust's information systems.
• Maintain professional, accurate record keeping in line with professional codes and standards.
• Evaluate patient progress and discuss with senior clinicians in MDT settings.
• Instruct and demonstrate equipment use to optimise patient independence.
• Contribute to service development and improve delivery within available resources.

Skills

NMC registration

Driver

NHS experience

Community experience

Education

NA Programme completed

Job description

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust in London is seeking a qualified Nursing Associate (Band 4) to join the Rapid Response Team within Adult Physical Community Health Services. The post is permanent, full-time (37.5 hours/week) at Goldie Leigh Abbey Wood and other sites, with a 2-hour urgent response capability and community referrals handling.

The role requires NMC registration and completion of NA programme, with at least 2 years in care settings.