Nursing Assistant inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED
FRI 17 JAN 2025
Opportunities for career development through programs like the Support Worker Development Programme, allowing progression to a Band 3 Nursing Assistant role.
The chance to make a significant impact on patient care and well-being, directly supporting patients with their personal care needs.
Working within one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, benefiting from an extraordinary scale of opportunity and resources.
Access to on-the-job training, skills analysis, and tailored modules to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
Being a part of a digitally enabled organisation that prioritizes clinical quality and operational effectiveness through innovative tools like the Electronic Patient Record system.
Contributing to a major academic Research Centre, allowing involvement in high-quality research programs that can shape future healthcare practices.
Working in an inclusive and supportive environment that values equal opportunities, health, and well-being of all staff.
The Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking compassionate Nursing Assistants who are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. In this role, you will support patients with personal care needs, communicate sensitively with patients and their families, and assist Registered Nurses in delivering high-quality, patient-focused care across various shifts. Whether you are new to healthcare or an experienced professional, MFT offers training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and potentially progress to a Band 3 Nursing Assistant position.
As one of England's largest NHS Trusts, MFT is committed to collaborative healthcare delivery for over one million patients annually, featuring integrated services from multiple hospitals and community care settings. The organisation fosters a culture of inclusion, innovation, and sustainability, while also promoting research and development in clinical practices. Support for career advancement is integral to the Trust's mission, making it a remarkable place to grow and contribute to healthcare excellence.
As one of England's largest NHS Trusts, MFT is committed to collaborative healthcare delivery for over one million patients annually, featuring integrated services from multiple hospitals and community care settings. The organisation fosters a culture of inclusion, innovation, and sustainability, while also promoting research and development in clinical practices. Support for career advancement is integral to the Trust's mission, making it a remarkable place to grow and contribute to healthcare excellence.
We’re looking for compassionate and caring Nursing Assistants with a passion to be a key part of the patient care journey here at Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). Our Nursing Assistants take great pride in the essential work we do. That’s because we’re not just helping patients, we’re going the extra mile for them – day in, day out. Our nursing teams are committed to caring for our patients and families, delivering consistent, high quality, patient focused care.
You’ll communicate in a sensitive and compassionate manner with patients, relatives, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, working flexibly across a range of day and night shifts over 7 days a week
Being supervised by Registered Nurses & within Trust guidelines & protocols, you’ll assist the Nursing team in delivering the excellent standard of patient care that you would expect for yourself and your loved ones.
Your duties will involve supporting patients with personal care needs, including mobilising, toileting, bathing, dressing, eating & drinking.
Following on the job training and assessment, you’ll learn how to undertake a range of delegated clinical care duties that include recording patient observations & changes to patient conditions.
On the Job Training Opportunities
On joining MFT, if you are new to working in healthcare, you’ll be supported to develop your knowledge & skills through our Support Worker Development Programme for Nursing Assistants. The great news is, the completion of the Support Worker Development Programme will give you the opportunity to progress into a Band 3 Nursing Assistant role.
If you’re an experienced Nursing Assistant with a comprehensive range of skills & seeking a new opportunity in a Band 3 role, you’ll undertake a skills analysis when you start to ensure that you meet the skills required for your role. If there are any gaps identified in your knowledge, you’ll be supported to access relevant clinical skills modules to support your progression to a Band 3 post on completion.
Evidence of prior learning will be reviewed and considered.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Nicola Dale-Branton Job title: Matron Education & Development Email address: Telephone number:
You’ll communicate in a sensitive and compassionate manner with patients, relatives, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, working flexibly across a range of day and night shifts over 7 days a week
Being supervised by Registered Nurses & within Trust guidelines & protocols, you’ll assist the Nursing team in delivering the excellent standard of patient care that you would expect for yourself and your loved ones.
Your duties will involve supporting patients with personal care needs, including mobilising, toileting, bathing, dressing, eating & drinking.
Following on the job training and assessment, you’ll learn how to undertake a range of delegated clinical care duties that include recording patient observations & changes to patient conditions.
On the Job Training Opportunities
On joining MFT, if you are new to working in healthcare, you’ll be supported to develop your knowledge & skills through our Support Worker Development Programme for Nursing Assistants. The great news is, the completion of the Support Worker Development Programme will give you the opportunity to progress into a Band 3 Nursing Assistant role.
If you’re an experienced Nursing Assistant with a comprehensive range of skills & seeking a new opportunity in a Band 3 role, you’ll undertake a skills analysis when you start to ensure that you meet the skills required for your role. If there are any gaps identified in your knowledge, you’ll be supported to access relevant clinical skills modules to support your progression to a Band 3 post on completion.
Evidence of prior learning will be reviewed and considered.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Nicola Dale-Branton Job title: Matron Education & Development Email address: Telephone number:
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To work as a Nursing Assistant (also known as a Healthcare Assistant or HCA) in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills, qualifications, and personal attributes. Here are some of the key skills and qualities required:
Essential Skills
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, colleagues, and families. Effective listening and interpersonal skills are also vital.
2. Empathy and Compassion: A caring attitude towards patients and their families, understanding their needs and emotions.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work well within a team, cooperating with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
4. Attention to Detail: Ensuring that records are kept accurately and that patients receive the correct care according to their needs.
5. Basic Medical Knowledge: Understanding of basic health and medical terminology, as well as procedures and protocols.
6. Physical Stamina: Capability to support patients physically, which may involve lifting, transporting, and assisting with mobility.
7. Organizational Skills: Managing time efficiently and prioritizing tasks to ensure that patient care needs are met promptly.
8. Crisis Management: Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle emergencies effectively, including recognizing signs of distress or deterioration in patients.
9. Observational Skills: Ability to notice changes in a patient’s condition and report them to registered nurses or doctors.
10. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with healthcare databases and documentation systems, as some record-keeping may be required.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications aren’t always necessary to become a Nursing Assistant, the following can be beneficial:
- Care Certificate: A standard induction program for new staff in health and social care settings, covering fundamental skills and knowledge.
- Health and Social Care Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma: These qualifications can provide a solid foundation in care practices.
- First Aid/CPR Certification: Many employers value candidates who have training in basic life support.
- Criminal Record Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Personal Attributes
1. Reliability: Being punctual and dependable, especially since care roles often require shift work, including evenings and weekends.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and varying patient needs.
3. Respect for Diversity: Understanding and respecting different cultural backgrounds and personal preferences of patients.
4. Patience and Tolerance: Ability to manage challenging behaviors with professionalism and understanding.
5. Willingness to Learn: A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on best practices in healthcare.
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