Nursing Associate (Recovery)
The role of the Nursing Associate is to work with the multi‑professional team and the Registered Nurse, contributing to ongoing assessment, providing and monitoring care in line with service pathways and as agreed with supervising clinician(s). They will monitor the condition and health needs of people within their care on a continual basis in partnership with the multi‑professional team.
The closing date is 30 April 2026
Responsibilities
* Deliver a high standard of nursing care through routine procedures such as venepuncture, ECG recording, blood glucose monitoring, vital sign recording, continence care, bladder and bowel care, pressure area care, wound care, nutrition, hydration, foot care and skin integrity.
* Identify and report changes in a patient's condition to a registered nurse.
* Work with the registered nurse and engage with other agencies and community teams to ensure a safe, individualised approach to the admission and discharge of patients.
* Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records in line with Trust policy and the NMC Code.
* Provide effective evidence‑based care under the supervision of registered nurses for non‑complex activities, in line with clinical governance and professional standards.
* Communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, relatives and colleagues, providing clear verbal, digital or written information.
* Report accidents, incidents, near misses or complaints following Trust policies and procedures.
* Recognise the effects of medicines, allergies, drug sensitivity, side effects, contraindications and adverse reactions and administer medicines safely via oral, topical, rectal, subcutaneous and intramuscular routes.
* Support, supervise, teach and act as a role model to trainee nursing associates, student nurses, healthcare support workers and new staff members.
* Attend ward/unit meetings and contribute to a culture where staff feel safe to raise concerns.
* Maintain professionalism while working in challenging, distressing situations or dealing with challenging behaviour.
* Support the ward manager and Registered Nurses in introducing new staff to their duties.
Qualifications
* Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC Register with a Foundation Degree.
* GCSEs Grade C or above in Maths and English Language (or equivalent).
* QCF in Care / Health and Social Care Level 2/3 or equivalent experience.
Skills
* Reflective practice and clinical supervision participation.
* Organisation and prioritisation of delegated workload.
* Managing non‑routine and unpredictable workload and patient contact.
* Effective communication (written, verbal, non‑verbal) with patients, relatives and the multi‑disciplinary team.
* Developing appropriate relationships with patients, families and colleagues.
* Support, supervise and assess nursing associate students and other learners.
* Effective time‑management and prioritisation.
* High standards of quality in record‑keeping, ensuring accurate, up‑to‑date information.
Knowledge
* Understanding of the role of the Nursing Associate within the nursing and interdisciplinary team.
* Knowledge of NMC professional standards (The Code) and when to seek advice and escalation.
* Understanding of NMC professional revalidation requirements.
* Appreciation of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans.
Additional
* Positive approach to work.
* Speak English to an appropriate standard with confidence and accuracy.
* Open‑minded, treats colleagues and the public with dignity and respect.
* Compassionate and caring.
£28,392 to £31,157 a year (pro rata)
#J-18808-Ljbffr