Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Assistant Practitioner - Llangollen DN Team INTERNAL
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Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
This post is Fixed term/Secondment until 19/02/2028 to meet the needs of the service.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a temporary Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join Llangollen District Nursing Team working 16 hours per week.
The post holder will work as part of a designated team, including Health Care Support Workers and Registered Nurses, delivering evidence based high quality clinical care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient including those individuals with chronic conditions. The post holder will work under the direction and support of a Registered Nurse by following the Health Board’s protocols, policies, procedures, pathways, clinical governance requirements and care plans.
Main duties of the job
As an Assistant Practitioner Nursing the post holder is expected to independently manage their own work and caseload, undertaking tasks delegated by a registered practitioner with appropriate supervision in place. Having an understanding of evidence-based practice and delivering care in line with current evidence, the post holder will take responsibility for the provision of person-centred care in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
Please note that we will only accept applications from staff currently employed by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
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Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Essential Criteria
Qualifications and / or Knowledge
- Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant health care associated subject / Certificate in Health Care Support Worker Education
- GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 or above essential skills qualifications
- Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care
- Able to demonstrate understanding of the HCSW Code of Conduct, All Wales Delegation guidelines and the all Wales Band 4 Assistant Practitioner Governance Framework.
- Clinical knowledge which is relevant to the role.
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
- Demonstrates an understanding of the legislation related to Safeguarding e.g. adults/children, The Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberties Safeguards to keep adults within their care safe
Other
- Able to work hours flexibly this includes weekends, bank holidays, early, late and night shifts
- Can demonstrate self-motivation, ability to motivate others, proactivity and resourcefulness
- Ability to travel in a timely manner
- Demonstrates the ability to work within the NHS Wales Values and Behaviours
- Can demonstrate self-motivation, ability to motivate others, proactivity and resourcefulness
- Ability to travel in a timely manner
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Desirable criteria
- Ability to speak or learn Welsh
Experience
Essential criteria
- Significant and recent experience of providing relevant clinical care
- Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to manage/diffuse challenging or threatening situations
- Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. Catheter care (including removal). Monitor and record vital observation and interpret results. Reviewing risk assessments. Monitor and interpret blood glucose. Experience of supporting an RN with wound care.
Desirable criteria
- Experience in a range of clinical skills including palliative care
- For community roles: experience of providing care in a community or primary care setting.
- Administration of medicines via oral, topical, SC, IM routes
- Skills in non-complex wound care
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential criteria
- Good level of basic IT skills
- Ability to demonstrate a compassionate and caring attitude and effective communication skills
- Able to work in a multi-agency arena
- Ability to function as an Assistant Practitioner without direct supervision
- Ability to manage their own time and workload, prioritise work, delegate and seek assistance when required
- Ability to undertake patient assessments within agreed competency and protocols
- Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
- Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patients, their families, carers and colleagues
- Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
- Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model for Trainee Assistant Practitioners other learners and HCAs as required within the clinical setting or within the patient’s home
- Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
- Ability to actively listen and communicate sensitive or difficult information in a clear and compassionate manner
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