This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 4 Nurse Associate to join the team on Ward 20, supporting the care of Head and Neck Surgical and Vascular patients.

Ward 20 provides specialist care for patients undergoing head and neck, surgical, and vascular procedures, as well as those requiring ongoing surgical management and recovery. The Nurse Associate will support the admission, care, and discharge of patients in line with their treatment plans, coordinating with the nurse in charge of the shift. Staff will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care.

We are looking for a motivated team player with initiative and enthusiasm for the role. The successful candidate will be committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and patient-centred care, ensuring patients receive excellent support throughout their surgical pathway management

Main duties of the job

The Nurse Associate will support the care of Head and Neck, Surgical, and Vascular patients, ensuring safe, effective, and compassionate care throughout their admission.

Responsibilities include:

• providing and monitoring patient care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• recognising changes in patient condition and escalating concerns appropriately
• supporting the implementation of treatment plans and care interventions.
• assisting with safe admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
• maintaining accurate and timely documentation of care.
• communicating effectively with patients, relatives, and the health care team.
• supporting patients’ physical, emotional, and psychological needs
• contributing to a positive ward environment and high standards of care
• demonstrating compassion, professionalism, and respect in all interactions
• Provide and monitor care
• Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities, seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate
• Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional, and psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of individuals and carers
• Implement and evaluate individual care/treatment plans. Ensure care is documented accurately and promptly
• Demonstrate inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect, and trust