Grade Band 4, Permanent positions (Full time and Part time) available with 37.5 hours per week (24 hour coverage, all shifts, weekdays, weekends, bank holidays). Job ref 438-PB4268.
Salary: £28,392 – £31,157 per annum (pro rata). Salary period: Yearly.
Site: Royal Preston Hospital, Town Preston.
Closing date: 10/06/2026 23:59.
Job Overview
We are inviting enthusiastic and highly motivated Nursing Associates to join our supportive, professional team within the Acute Neurology Unit on the Bleasdale Ward at Royal Preston Hospital. The role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to further develop nursing skills and knowledge in acute neurology, in a friendly and motivated team committed to delivering high‑quality specialist care.
Main duties of the job
* Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional) with a focus on promoting health and independence.
* Demonstrate proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values.
* Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual.
* Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other registered care professional.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* Contribute to the assessment, implementation and evaluation of care to meet patients’ needs in accordance with agreed local and national standards and evidence‑based guidelines under supervision.
* Support and provide patient education and health promotion.
* Assist in the delivery and coordination of care through appropriate professional practice.
* Contribute to the management of risk and maintain patient safety, conforming to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
* Assist in setting, monitoring and maintaining standards of care to improve the patient experience and outcome of care.
* Communicate all relevant information to the multidisciplinary team internally and with external organisations as required, to ensure seamless care.
* Maintain accurate and complete records of all care activities, in a timely manner, adhering to local and professional standards for documentation.
* Act as a role model, presenting a positive image of self, team and the organisation.
* Promote equality in care and practice by recognising, respecting and meeting the needs and choices of individuals.
* Ensure the environment of care is safe, well‑equipped and compliant with standards for hygiene and cleanliness.
* Maintain and develop own professional competence and skills within scope of role.
* Actively participate in the appraisal and personal development planning process as reviewee.
* Proactively support Trust‑wide or local changes and developments in nursing practice (e.g., intentional rounding).
* Actively try to resolve issues and complaints at the local level and then report the outcome to line manager.
Qualifications and Education
* Registered Nursing Associate on the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register.
* GCSE Grade A‑C or Grade 4 or above in Maths & English, or skills level 2 Maths & English, or equivalent.
* Good information technology skills.
Knowledge and Experience
* Significant experience working in a healthcare environment as part of a team.
* Proven competency of assisting with a core range of physical measurements.
* Experience of using clinical systems (e.g., Quadramed).
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must hold appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) and the Order 2020, and it will be necessary for submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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