RMCH/MCS - Children's Nursing Assistant

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking compassionate Nursing Assistants to deliver high-quality, patient-focused care at Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. The role involves assisting with personal care, supporting patients, and undertaking clinical duties upon training. Opportunities for development and progression into higher roles are available. Join a committed team dedicated to patient care and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide personal care including bathing, dressing, and mobilising.
• Effective communication with patients and their families.
• Willingness to undertake clinical duties after appropriate training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nursing team under the supervision of Registered Nurses.
• Support patients with personal care needs.
• Record patient observations after training.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for compassionate and caring Nursing Assistants to be a key part of the patient care journey at Royal Manchester Children\'s Hospital. Our Nursing Assistants take pride in delivering high quality, patient-focused care and supporting patients and families day in, day out.

You\'ll communicate in a sensitive and compassionate manner with patients, relatives, and members of the multi-disciplinary team, working flexibly across day and night shifts over 7 days a week. Posts are available in Paediatric Theatre, Outpatients Department, Medical, Surgical and Oncology areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Nursing team under supervision of Registered Nurses within Trust guidelines and protocols to deliver excellent patient care.
• Support patients with personal care needs including mobilising, toileting, bathing, dressing, eating and drinking.
• Undertake a range of delegated, clinical care duties after training, including recording patient observations and noting changes in patient clinical conditions.

Development and progression

• On the Job Training Opportunities: If you are new to healthcare, participate in the Support Worker Development Programme for Nursing Assistants to develop knowledge and skills.
• Completion of the Support Worker Development Programme provides an opportunity to progress into a Band 3 Nursing Assistant role.
• For experienced Nursing Assistants, a skills analysis will be conducted on start to determine eligibility for a Band 3 post; gaps can be addressed through relevant clinical modules to support progression on completion. Evidence of prior learning will be reviewed and considered.

About MFT

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of over £3bn, bringing together 10 hospitals and community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond. We champion collaborative working and transformation, offering extensive opportunities across a large workforce.

We operate a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient and staff experience, and operational effectiveness through Hive, our Electronic Patient Record system launched in September 2022. We are a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, supporting high-quality research, and are committed to our Green Plan for sustainable healthcare. We foster inclusion and equal opportunities for career development that is fair, open, and transparent, protecting health and wellbeing as we shape the future of our organisation.

Application and Diversity

For key responsibilities and specific skills and experience, refer to the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the “Supporting Documents” heading. Read the Candidate Essentials Guide to learn about the Trust, benefits, and information to help you decide to apply. Diversity matters: MFT promotes equality of opportunity and invites applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. If you have special requirements to help with your application, email [e-mail].

We\'re looking forward to hearing from you

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