Associate Practitioner (Inpatients) • Stockton on Tees Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nAssociate Practitioner (Inpatients) with Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust in Stockton on Tees\n\n 367 Thornaby Road is our wonderful residential bungalow located in a residential community in Thornaby and registered with the local authority, Stockton Borough Council. The home is for four residents all with severe learning disabilities and complex physical health needs . The staff within the home are employed by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust. The successful applicant will support the Registered Home Manager (part time - 30 hours) with the day to day running of the home in ensuring that all Trust and CQC requirements are met. The successful applicant(s) will work as shift lead alongside Health Care Assistants and will ensure that person centred care is provided at all times. This post is not open to trainees therefore the successful applicants will need a Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care and Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 or equivalent to be recruited into this Band 4 position. To support the Registered Home Manager in the day to day running of the home To administer medication as prescribed, including regular and as needed To complete audits, clinical requirements and tasks requested by the Home Manager To identify deterioration in physical or mental wellbeing and escalate to relevant services To liaise with Allied Health Professionals and wider members of the MDT within the RDR Service Group Be responsible for recognising the signs of patient harm, abuse or neglect, including poor clinical practice, identifying issues regarding the safeguarding of patients who may be at risk and reporting all such concerns in accordance with Trust Safeguarding procedures. Maintain safety, privacy and dignity of all residents in the delivery of patient centred care, recognising and respecting differences including spiritual and cultural beliefs. Assist residents in the provision of personal care and encourage independence. To delegate tasks to Health Care Assistants as appropriate To complete clinical documentation throughout the shift About us The successful applicant will have recent experience within a care role, supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities. You will be able to demonstrate a passion for working within this service area and for improving the lives of individuals with Learning Disabilities, promoting equality and inclusion. You will need excellent communication skills and be calm, confident and resilient in your approach. You will be a team player and will support the residents with everyday tasks and support other team members with day to day support. You will form therapeutic relationships with people with Complex Learning Disabilities, and will be joining a team of highly skilled and committed individuals. You will support the Home Manager to review care collectively and make appropriate referrals as appropriate as directed by the Home Manager. We aim to provide an enriching social and homely environment that supports quality of life, physical health and a support network to parents and carers. We aim to create a person centered environment based through identification of strategies and plans for future care, maximising the residents strengths and minimising the impact of the Learning Disability on their daily lives. As part of promoting community participation we provide a person centered activity plan which incorporates activities within the local community such as walks, swimming, theatre/ cinema visits, restaurants and theme parks. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying. "}