Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Band 4 Registered Nursing Associate

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Job summary

Applicants must also hold a Nursing Associate qualification, be eligible to work in the UK and must be registered as a Nurse Associate with the NMC or about to complete the Student nursing associate training.

The registered Nursing Associate is an accountable practitioner of the multidisciplinary team who has a breath of knowledge and experiences across the lifespan and fields of nursing.

The post holder will work independently to promote health and prevent ill-health, implement evidence-based care and under the guidance and support of a registered professional will deliver advanced care responsibilities and therapy as delegated by a registered nurse.

Provide outstanding standard of safe, individualised, holistic and focused advanced care of a registered Nursing Associate, for an identified group or caseload of patients, in consultation with the patient, relatives and the multidisciplinary team.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Main duties of the job

Deliver high quality, compassionate, evidence-based care to patients following the initial assessment by the registered practitioner using person centered approaches which promote health and independence.

Recognise and consistently work within boundaries of the registered Nursing Associate role and their acquired skills and knowledge whilst developing competencies to progress their nurse education and training for example skills in leadership and medicines management

To act as a reflective practitioner, questioning clinical practice and working within the limits of professional registration and competence.

Report any incidents or accidents and raise/escalate any concerns as per organisational policy.

Ensure safe administration of drugs in accordance with the Safety of Medicines Act Act,Standards of Proficiency, HEE Advisory Guidance and North Middlesex University hospital Medicines Management policies.

Demonstrate a commitment to research based practice and clinical excellence and play an active part in the introduction of research-based change to improve patient centered care.

Participate in data collection to support audit activity and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

About us

North Middlesex University Hospital and Community Services isnow part of the Royal Free London NHS Trust. We are now one of the biggest NHS Trust in UK. NorthMid and the community is one of London's busiest acute hospitals, serving more than 350,000 people living in Enfield & Haringey and the surrounding areas, including Barnet and Waltham Forest.

We are an integrated provider with a full range of adult, elderly care, maternity and children's services across medical and surgical disciplines including community 0-19yr old services in Enfield. Our specialist services include stroke, oncology, HIV/AIDS, cardiology, haematology, diabetes, fertility and orthopaedics.

At North Middlesex University Hospital, you'll find a team that truly believes in living our values in everything we do. We are caring, we are fair and we are open.

What we have to offer:

You will be offered a supportive environment which provides opportunities to develop your clinical skills and transition as a confident practitioner. You will have access to experiential learning in the clinical areas as you look to develop your skills to progress into the Degree Apprenticeship Nursing programme if you are keen to advance your career.

We encourage flexible working in all our roles to support staff in maintaining healthy home-life balance.We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview

Details

Date posted

04 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£32,199 to £34,876 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (pro-rata if LTFT)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

391-RFL-7356049

Job locations

North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust

Sterling Way

London

N18 1QX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Act in accordance with the Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates, and fulfill all registration requirements.

To be familiar with and adhere to the Trust Code and Behaviour and Uniform and dress code policy.

Respects the privacy, dignity, needs, beliefs, choices and preferences of patients and carers. Obtain informed consent for the identified care to be undertaken, ensuring the patient/client has a good understanding and knowledge of the decision-making process and is provided with accurate and appropriate information.

Maintain clear and accurate patient records using both digital and paper-based records.

Recognise and effectively respond to emergency situations requesting support from the registered nurse in a timely and appropriate manner.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Act in accordance with the Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates, and fulfill all registration requirements.

To be familiar with and adhere to the Trust Code and Behaviour and Uniform and dress code policy.

Respects the privacy, dignity, needs, beliefs, choices and preferences of patients and carers. Obtain informed consent for the identified care to be undertaken, ensuring the patient/client has a good understanding and knowledge of the decision-making process and is provided with accurate and appropriate information.

Maintain clear and accurate patient records using both digital and paper-based records.

Recognise and effectively respond to emergency situations requesting support from the registered nurse in a timely and appropriate manner.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
  • Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
  • GCSE grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English equivalent or equivalent

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
  • Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code
  • Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
  • Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
  • Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plan
  • Ability to deal with nonroutine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
  • Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.
Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
  • Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
  • GCSE grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English equivalent or equivalent

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
  • Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code
  • Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
  • Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
  • Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plan
  • Ability to deal with nonroutine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
  • Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.

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.

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.

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust

Sterling Way

London

N18 1QX


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust

Sterling Way

London

N18 1QX


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Nurse for Recruitment and Retention

Marian Quee

marian.quee@nhs.net

07773736235

Details

Date posted

04 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£32,199 to £34,876 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (pro-rata if LTFT)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

391-RFL-7356049

Job locations

North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust

Sterling Way

London

N18 1QX


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