Job summary
You will be expected to practice independently under the leadership of a registered nurse and be responsible and accountable for safe, compassionate, person-centred care as per the NMC Code of professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates (2018).
Nurse associates are equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours relevant to employment as a nurse associate and will work to the NMC Code.
You will ensure a high standard of patient care is delivered in an effective and efficient manner, reflecting the values of The Trust and support students' and colleagues' learning to help them develop their professional competence and confidence.
Under current Home Office Immigration Rules, this role does not meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria and the position is not therefore eligible for skilled worker sponsorship. Applications from candidates that require skilled worker sponsorship will NOT be shortlisted. If you have continuously held a Skilled Worker visa since you got your certificate of sponsorship are extending or updating your visa and got your certificate of sponsorship before 22 July 2025 you may be eligible in line with currently published Home Office immigration Rules.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
- Work at all times in accordance with the 6 platforms of NMC Code
- Be accountable for their own professional actions and those delegated to others.
- Provide and monitor care that is compassionate, safe and effective to people within the practice setting.
- Monitor the condition and health needs of people within their care on a continual basis in partnership with people, families, and carers.
- Contribute to ongoing assessment and recognise when it is necessary to refer to others for reassessment.
- Work in partnership with people, to encourage shared decision making, to support individuals, their families and carers to manage their own care when appropriate.
- Demonstrate the knowledge, skills and ability to perform a range of nursing procedures and manage devices, to meet people's need for safe, effective and person-centred care (As per the NMC Standards of proficiency for registered Nursing Associates 2018)
- Demonstrate and apply an understanding of how and when to escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice.
- Demonstrate the ability to recognise when a person's condition has improved or deteriorated by undertaking health monitoring. Interpret, promptly respond, share findings, and escalate as needed.
- Achieve and maintain competence in identified mandatory and statutory training including RN/NA Study Days; develop and maintain clinical competencies, skills and knowledge which relate to the area of clinical practice
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
In the National Staff Survey, 74% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 92% would recommend the hospital to a friend or relative for treatment.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities.
RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assess need and deliver or advise on treatment or give help (including preventative or rehabilitative care) without too much delay, to the best of your abilities, based on best available evidence.
Communicate effectively, keeping clear and accurate records and sharing skills, knowledge and experience where appropriate.
Preserve safety
Recognise and work within the limits of your competence by; accurately identifying, observing and assessing signs of normal or worsening physical and mental health in the person receiving care, make a timely referral to another practitioner when any action, care or treatment is required, ask for help from a suitably qualified and experienced professional to carry out any action or procedure that is beyond the limits of your competence
Administer medication; oral, topical, inhaled, subcutaneous, intra- muscular, PR and enteral feeding tube.
On completion of additional Local training and achievement of competencies, will administer and provide a second safety check for Controlled Drugs (as per Trust policy) and Intravenous infusions.
Respond to patients, relatives and carers concerns as they arise and take remedial action as required.
Assume responsibility for undertaking tasks delegated by the nominated line / shift coordinator. This may include representing the ward at meetings, link nurse responsibilities, audit, clinical governance initiatives and supervision and role competency assessments for unregistered staff and students.
Contribute to the development of service and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and outcome and ensure standards of care are monitored and maintained within the organisation.
Delegate appropriately to unregistered staff and students.
Communicate condition related information to patients, designated relatives/carers.
Assist with the induction and orientation and subsequent development of junior staff within the ward or department.
Maintain accurate nursing records ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and promptly.
Adhere to organisational policies and procedures.
In accordance with individual patient care, and utilising appropriate computer software and/or monitoring equipment, daily undertake and record patients observations.
Undertake if not already done so the Preceptorship program supported by The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assess need and deliver or advise on treatment or give help (including preventative or rehabilitative care) without too much delay, to the best of your abilities, based on best available evidence.
Communicate effectively, keeping clear and accurate records and sharing skills, knowledge and experience where appropriate.
Preserve safety
Recognise and work within the limits of your competence by; accurately identifying, observing and assessing signs of normal or worsening physical and mental health in the person receiving care, make a timely referral to another practitioner when any action, care or treatment is required, ask for help from a suitably qualified and experienced professional to carry out any action or procedure that is beyond the limits of your competence
Administer medication; oral, topical, inhaled, subcutaneous, intra- muscular, PR and enteral feeding tube.
On completion of additional Local training and achievement of competencies, will administer and provide a second safety check for Controlled Drugs (as per Trust policy) and Intravenous infusions.
Respond to patients, relatives and carers concerns as they arise and take remedial action as required.
Assume responsibility for undertaking tasks delegated by the nominated line / shift coordinator. This may include representing the ward at meetings, link nurse responsibilities, audit, clinical governance initiatives and supervision and role competency assessments for unregistered staff and students.
Contribute to the development of service and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and outcome and ensure standards of care are monitored and maintained within the organisation.
Delegate appropriately to unregistered staff and students.
Communicate condition related information to patients, designated relatives/carers.
Assist with the induction and orientation and subsequent development of junior staff within the ward or department.
Maintain accurate nursing records ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and promptly.
Adhere to organisational policies and procedures.
In accordance with individual patient care, and utilising appropriate computer software and/or monitoring equipment, daily undertake and record patients observations.
Undertake if not already done so the Preceptorship program supported by The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Recent clinical experience within a healthcare setting
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Knowledge
Essential
- Recognises a deteriorating patient
- Has experience caring for people with a cognitive impairment
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Basic IT skills
- Knowledge of clinical governance
- Have provided supervision for a group of patients
- Able to use own initiative and sound clinical judgement
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate Foundation Degree Qualification
- Current NMC registration. 12 months experience in the role
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Recent clinical experience within a healthcare setting
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Knowledge
Essential
- Recognises a deteriorating patient
- Has experience caring for people with a cognitive impairment
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Basic IT skills
- Knowledge of clinical governance
- Have provided supervision for a group of patients
- Able to use own initiative and sound clinical judgement
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate Foundation Degree Qualification
- Current NMC registration. 12 months experience in the role
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital
Gobowen, Oswestry
SY10 7AG
Employer's website
https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
