Nursing Assistant

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Oct 10, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry, Junior & Mid Level
Healthcare
Facilities Management
Manchester

Requirements

- Compassionate and caring Nursing Assistants with a passion to be a key part of the patient care journey.
- Act as a Senior Nursing Assistant, supporting the multidisciplinary citywide team, working under supervision of registered nurses.
- Assist patients through the various clinics across the city provided by the service.
- Chaperoning doctors/specialist nurses in clinics.
- Assisting with procedures and carrying out venepuncture.
- Microscopy training will be required if not already trained.
- Support with skills and knowledge will be provided in order to become competent in performing microscopy to assist with provisional diagnosis of infections within the Sexual Health Department.
- Keep the material resources well stocked in the clinical area and in the laboratory.
- Expected to rotate through managed areas within the clinic assisting in general care duties as specified, under the overall guidance/supervision delegated by a Registered Nurse.
- If starting as a Band 2, then once trained and assessed as competent in the band 3 role your banding will be changed.

Responsibilities

Assist and chaperone the clinicians in a variety of clinics during the consultation and clinical examination of clients including, e.g. sexual health screening, gynaecology and intrauterine device clinics within various clinic settings adhering to Trust guidelines
To welcome clients and obtain relevant personal and clinical details as appropriate treating all such information as confidential in line with Trust policies and Caldicott principles.
To provide a fast track service for asymptomatic patients requesting a routine sexual health screen consisting of a urine sample or self-taken swab and blood tests. Ensuring samples are correctly labelled in line with sample acceptance guidelines.
To work in PrEP Express clinic, providing screening and assessment of patients.
Inform qualified staff of changes in patients` condition/observations
To undertake tidying and general housekeeping duties within clinic
To take all steps necessary to safeguard the welfare and safety of all persons within sexual health services and other venues during working hours, with regard to the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH regulations and policies and procedures of the service.
To be non-judgmental to all client groups regardless of age/ethnicity/religion.
Welcome and orientate patients/clients/visitors and others to the department.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Nursing Assistant at MFT?

The primary role of a Nursing Assistant at MFT is to support the multidisciplinary team by assisting patients in various clinics, chaperoning clinicians, and performing general care duties while working under the supervision of registered nurses.

Is previous experience necessary for this position?

While previous experience in a healthcare setting is beneficial, it is not explicitly required as the role includes training and support for developing essential skills.

Who will I be working under as a Nursing Assistant?

You will work under the supervision of registered nurses as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What type of clinics will I be assisting in?

You will assist in a variety of clinics, including sexual health screening, gynaecology, and intrauterine device clinics.

What training will I receive in this role?

You will receive training in microscopy if not already trained, as well as support with skills and knowledge required to assist with provisional diagnoses of infections.

Will I have opportunities for career advancement?

Yes, once you are trained and assessed as competent in the band 3 role, your banding will be changed, providing opportunities for career advancement.

How is patient confidentiality maintained in this role?

Patient confidentiality is maintained by treating all personal and clinical details as confidential, in line with Trust policies and Caldicott principles.

What should I do if I notice changes in a patient's condition?

You should inform qualified staff immediately if you notice any changes in a patient's condition or observations.

Are there any specific safety protocols I need to follow?

Yes, you will need to follow safety protocols related to the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH regulations, and other policies and procedures to safeguard the welfare of all persons within the service.

How can I contact someone for more information about the role?

You can contact Hayley Heapy, Senior Nurse, at Hayley.Heapy@mft.nhs.uk or call 07814516952, or you can reach out to Sarah Barlow, Senior Nurse, at sarah.barlow@mft.nhs.uk or call 0161-276-5214.

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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK, employing over 20,000 staff. We are responsible for running a family of nine hospitals across six separate sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services. We are the main provider of hospital care to approximately 750,000 people in Manchester and Trafford and the single biggest provider of specialised services in the North West of England. We are also the lead provider for a significant number of specialised services including Breast Care, Vascular, Cardiac, Respiratory, Urology Cancer, Paediatrics, Women’s Services, Ophthalmology and Genomic Medicine.