Go back Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust Registered Nursing Associate
The closing date is 15 May 2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen for us to recruit a Nursing Associate to join the new Community based Treatment Team within Community Mental Health across Bradford and Craven.
As part of our commitment to improving patient care and outcomes, we are establishing a new treatment team specifically focused on supporting patients receiving depot medication. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the development of a vital service that will have a lasting impact on the community.
Interview date: TBC
Main duties of the job
Contribute to ongoing assessment, recognising when it is necessary to refer to others for reassessmentPerform nursing interventions advocated within the service user/patients care planInvolve service users/patient/carers in the planning and delivery of care in a compassionate and appropriate manner which considers their diverse needsMaintain the welfare and safety of service users/patients and protect them from any form of abuse in accordance with safeguarding guidanceMonitor the impact and effectiveness of nursing care deliveredThe successful candidate must be motivated, flexible, able to communicate effectively, will be expected to be able to travel independently to various locations across Bradford and Craven.Demonstrate a knowledge of information governance and the need to protect service user confidential informationMake and maintain accurate records of nursing care in accordance with the professional (NMC) guidance and Trust policyDemonstrate problem solving skills by identifying solutions in routine clinical issuesParticipate in regular clinical supervisionEngage in public health, community development and in the reduction of health inequalitie
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value differenceWe Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needsEverything we do is underpinned by our core values: -We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value differenceWe Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needsWe Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partnersWe will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :Increase mileage rates for > 3500A wide range of health and wellbeing support packagesA range of internal and external development and learning opportunitiesPlus many more.We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
The Trust reserves the right to close this position early if a significant number of applications are received.
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Person Specification Qualifications
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths and English or functional skills level 2 Maths and English or equivalent
- Understanding of the Scope of the role of Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
Experience
- Understanding of the Scope of the role of Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
Skills
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer name
Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust