Band 4 Nurse Associate - Melissa

Job summary

The post holder will coordinate and deliver direct care for a designated group of patients. Recognising and taking responsibility and accountability for the way the care is delivered (as per registered practitioner guidelines). The Nursing Associate will be responsible for delegation of duties to staff whilst developing and supervising junior staff/student nurses. The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team in order to support and assist the patient's healthcare journey. The Nursing Associate will be respectful, professional at all times and foster excellent communication skills. They will adhere to the documentation standards required by the trust /employer and their regulatory body. The nurse associate will advocate for all individuals in their care, upholding NMC standards in all interactions. The post holder will contribute to the practice development within their clinical care setting and work in accordance with Trust Policies, Procedures and Guidelines

Main duties of the job

As a NMC registered practitioner, the Nursing Associate will work in a clinical field, with minimal supervision from and report to a Registered Nurse (Level 1). They will deliver safe, compassionate and dignified patient centred health care. The Nursing Associate will be expected to plan and prioritise their workload; implement evidence based care; utilise relevant guidance, protocols, and policies (local and national); contribute to care planning and patient review. They will be responsible for completing any work based training associated with the role.

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.