Nursing Assistant in Newcastle upon Tyne

Nursing Assistant in Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne Full-Time On-site
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This Band 3 Nursing Assistant post sits within the Neuro-behavioural Rehabilitation inpatient service on Ward 1 at Walkergate Park, run by CNTW NHS Foundation Trust. The work supports people with acquired brain injury who have physical, cognitive, communication and emotional difficulties, some showing challenging behaviour, in a secure, structured, low-stimulation setting. Shifts rotate across a 24-hour period, with induction, clinical supervision and training provided. Applicants must be willing to complete PMVA training.

What the job involves

  • Support people with acquired brain injury in the Neuro-behavioural Rehabilitation inpatient service on Ward 1
  • Provide compassionate, person-centred care based on empathy, kindness, mutual respect and dignity
  • Work rotating shifts across a 24-hour period
  • Work with patients, families and carers to deliver efficient, effective, safe and caring services
  • Be visible and accessible to patients, families and carers
  • Meet the holistic needs of patients

What’s required

Qualifications

  • Completion of a competency-based programme within probationary period, or equivalent demonstrable experience

Experience

  • Previous care experience
  • Person-centred care approach
  • Awareness of carer needs

Skills & knowledge

  • Knowledge of care-related procedures, clinical observation and relevant legislation
  • Safeguarding knowledge
  • Understanding of mental health and/or learning disabilities needs
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Effective time management

Other

  • Ability to undertake PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) training

Nice to have

  • Level 3 qualification in a healthcare related subject, or a portfolio of equivalent demonstrable experience
  • Ability to prioritise tasks
  • Accurate record keeping skills

What’s offered

  • Comprehensive induction period
  • Ongoing clinical supervision
  • Appraisal with development review
  • Training opportunities to develop knowledge and skills

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Contact Details:

The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team