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Main area Main Outpatients Grade NHS AFC: Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours 37.5 hours per week (Full time - 37.5 hours per week) Job ref 391-RFL-7267300
Site Chase Farm Hospital Town Enfield Salary £31,081 - £33,665 per annum inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 06/07/2025 23:59
Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.
Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.
Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.
The nursing associate has a breadth of knowledge across the lifespan and across
the fields of nursing, providing holistic and person centred care supporting patients of all ages and
in a variety of settings. The nursing associate works independently under the leadership of
registered nurses, working within the sphere of nursing care, within all aspects of the nursing
process.
Nursing associates are equipped with knowledge relevant to employment as a nursing associate
and will work to a nationally recognised code of conduct
Main duties of the job
As a Registered Nursing Associate (RNA) in the main Outpatients Department, the duties and responsibilities include attending the morning team huddles and participating as appropriate.
You will take the responsibility of understanding drug access and what drugs would be needed for the designated clinics that day.
You will undertake allocated/shared tasks such as checking the blood glucose meter, hypoglycemia box, resuscitation trolley, daily checklists and the room/drug fridge temperature.
You will ensure that the clinic is set up in agreement with the staff who were working in the clinic.
You will monitor the efficiency of the clinic and ensure that designated clinics are running on time, making sure to communicate with patients if there are any delays.
You will maintain a clean and tidy clinic area.
You will undertake clinical interventions such as wound/surgical dressings, removal of surgical clips/sutures and administering medication that has been prescribed in the clinic.
you will undertake clinical observations such as checking patients' vital signs, ECG's chaperoning and assisting patients who require help with
mobility/transferring.
You will have the opportunity to be trained and assist with minor surgical procedures.
Working for our organisation
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
Person specification
Experience
* Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting
* Proven clinical experience in relevant area
* Experience working with acutely ill patients
* Ability to utilise pre registration experience to demonstrate an understanding of the relevant settings
* Experience working in an Outpatient Department or similar setting
Values
* Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
* Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register. Holds appropriate level for the area of speciality.
* Evidence of recent and ongoing professional development
Skills and aptitudes
* Proven clinical skills in relevant area
* Demonstrates a genuine interest and has awareness of issues in specialty
* Evidence of self development within speciality
* Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
* Awareness of current nursing and NHS issues
* Evidence of commitment to customer care initiative
* Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
* Evidence of working cooperatively in a multi-disciplinary team
* Ability to form excellent interpersonal relationships
* Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
* Ability to work with minimal supervision
* Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality
* Awareness of NHS reforms and professional issues relating to specialty
* Specialist knowledge in area of speciality
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We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible.
* AT* - Apprenticeship Training. Where AT* is entered next to the job title indicates that this vacancy is for an apprenticeship role.
* By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS.This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.Therefore we require you to complete your stat and Man e-learning modules prior to joining our organisation.
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Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.
Please note:
* Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification
* Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
* Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date.
Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
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