Maternity Immunisations Nursing Associate inChertsey inChertsey PUBLISHED FRI 25 OCT 2024

We are looking for passionate, dedicated and innovative nursing associate who has a particular interest in providing care for people within the maternity immunisations service and supporting with the failsafe aspect of the immunisations service.

You will work as part of a team who provide vaccinations to pregnant individuals and newborns, within the antenatal clinic. To provide evidenced based people centred care which can be delivered in a variety of models. You will work alongside other staff and will be supported by a Registered Nurse and a Band 7 team leader.

You will receive support and development from the Senior Midwifery team, and Consultant Obstetricians.

Be equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours relevant to employment as a nursing associate and will work to the NMC Code and Standards of proficiency for Nursing Associates

• Be responsible and accountable for safe, compassionate, person-centred care within maternity immunisations, with leadership and supervision from the registered Nurse.
• Will support the failsafe role of maternity immunisations under supervision of the screening co-ordinator and registered nurse.
• Be responsible for monitoring the condition and health needs of patients on a continual basis escalating concerns to the RN.

Ensure an excellent standard of patient care is delivered in an effective and efficient manner, reflecting the values and ethos of Ashford and St Peter's NHS Foundation Trust strategy

About us

Clinical

• Ensure excellent standards of patient care are maintained at all times.
• Provide compassionate, safe and effective evidence based care.
• Monitor the condition and health needs of patients within their care on a continual basis in partnership with MDT, families and carers, recognising when it is necessary to refer or escalate to others.
• Understand all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care.
• Perform and record clinical observations including: respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, pulse, blood pressure, temperature.
• Be prepared to undertake additional skills including but not exhaustive; cannulation, venepuncture as per training and competency.
• Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times.
• Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered professionals as appropriate.
• Escalate and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals.
• Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals.
• Assist in the assessment of and contribute to the management of risk across several areas within the care environment.
• Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers.
• Assist in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse.
• Develop understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities.
• Develop skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff.
• Assist with the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcomes.
• Develop a working knowledge of other providers resources and referral systems to ensure individuals needs are met, within parameters of practice.
• Engage in reflective practice including management of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions and reflecting on answers given.
• Demonstrate good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures.
• Demonstrate good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice / guidance from the Registered Nurse or registered care professional as required.
• Plan and manage competing demands of job role, study and placement activities.
• Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time management and organisational skills to effectively deliver person-centred care for an allocated group of individuals.
• Deliver effective care following treatment plans determined by the Registered Nurse or registered care professional and provide feedback on progress against the plans.
• Administer medicines safety and in a timely manner; (NB nursing associates will only administer medicines, if suitably trained and competent, in settings where it is deemed appropriate and where this is guided by organisational medicines management policies).

Leadership

The first assessment of a patient coming into the Trust must be conducted by a Band 5 (or above) Registered Practitioner, prior to handover to the Nursing Associate.

The Registered Nurse in charge should ensure that any delegation to the Nursing Associate, is within the sphere of competence for a Nursing Associate.

To maintain clear, accurate, clear and concise record keeping and communicate this to the team as appropriate.

The post holder will evaluate any care given but ensure there is a clear communication with the Registered Nurse in charge of the area. Care Plan changes must be completed by a registered band 5 or above on shift.

To liaise with internal/external agencies with regards to the development of on-going care needs on discharge.

The post holder will only use medical devices for which they have received necessary training and education in line with Trust policy.

Managerial

• Lead by example with drive and enthusiasm, responding appropriately to the needs of patients, families and carers.

Sets and maintain high standards of nursing care for the maternity immunisations service , including cleanliness and nutrition, to achieve an excellent patients experience.

• Influence people and events through successful communication, negotiation and persuasion skills.
• Ensure that agreed standards of practice are maintained.
• Identify and plan preventative measures, anticipating care needs in discussion with registered nursing staff.
• Plan and manage competing demands of the job role and further study as required to maintain competence in a designated work area.
• Work in an effective and organised manner, demonstrating excellent time management and organisational skills to effectively demonstrate person-centred care for an allocated group of individuals.
• Deliver effective care following treatment plans determined by the Registered nurse or registered care professional and provide feedback against the plans
• Delegate care appropriately to other team members, and as an accountable professional, remember they are responsible for any care delegated.
• Actively be involved in the learning and development of other team members.

Information and reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely data entry to contribute to the provision and analysis of information to improve patient care
• Take responsibility for safeguarding patient and staff information and comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 2and GDPR 2.
• Create and use records, including electronic records, in a manner that complies with legislation, professional standards and organisational policies for record keeping.
• Comply with the requirements of the Freedom of Information Act (2000).

Professional responsibilities

• Act in the best interests of patients, carers and their families.
• Put patients first and provide nursing care that is person centred, evidence based, safe and compassionate.
• Act professionally at all times in line with the organisations values and behaviours.
• Use the knowledge and experience to make evidence based decisions and solve problems.
• Recognise and work within the limits of their competence (including delegation) as defined by the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates.
• Be able to identify role boundaries.
• Be responsible for own actions and omissions and escalate concerns appropriately.

Risk Management

• Assess risk within the area of responsibility ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients.
• Undertake statutory and mandatory training.
• Report incidents, accidents and near misses using the Trusts incident reporting system and in accordance with Trust policies.
• Adhere to the Trusts infection, prevention and control policies.
• Adhere to the Trusts policy for dealing with verbal or physical abuse.

Service improvement

• Participate in audit and service development projects.
• Identify variation in standards and report to the registered practitioner.
• Keep up to date with changes and innovations in practice.
• Work productively and efficiently making best use of resources and reducing waste.

Communication and Engagement

• Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a diverse range of individuals, the public and health and social care professionals, maintaining the focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services.
• Demonstrate inter-personal skills and emotional intelligence that promotes clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust.

General responsibilities

To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work.