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To competently deliver clinical care, according to guidelines and protocols, to enable patients to safely progress through the inpatient pathway. ... Role: Nursing Associate, Category: Health & Social Care
Nursing Associate: (Company Name - Subscribers only)
To competently deliver clinical care, according to guidelines and protocols, to enable patients to safely progress through the inpatient pathway.
To effectively deliver delegated care, some of which would have previously been in the domain of registered professionals, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
Main duties of the job
Work under the supervision of a registered nurse implementing plans of care to ensure that patient’s physical, social and psychological needs are met. ? Ensure privacy and dignity of patients is maintained at all times.
Contribute to Productive Ward initiative.
Minimise risk of harm to patients, staff and visitors by working according to risk management policies.
To undertake clinical skills, ensuring procedures are explained to patients in order to gain informed consent and involvement in care decisions, including: o Assist with admission and discharge procedures including the correct handling of patient’s property
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is ‘great healthcare from great people’. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Details
Date posted
08 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
344-9332KCH-A
Job locations
Kent & Canterbury Hospital
Canterbury
CT13NG
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform your role effectively and ensure evidence of competence is provided to line manager
Recognise own limitations and seek advice when appropriate, identifying own learning needs to discuss with line manager / appraiser.
Participate in an annual appraisal with relevant reviews and to follow your personal development plan as agreed with your line manager.
Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy environment at all times
Report any concerns or problems to line manager
Undertake all mandatory training
Participate in ward meetings and be involved in the decision making process when changes take place. Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform your role effectively and ensure evidence of competence is provided to line manager
Recognise own limitations and seek advice when appropriate, identifying own learning needs to discuss with line manager / appraiser.
Participate in an annual appraisal with relevant reviews and to follow your personal development plan as agreed with your line manager.
Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy environment at all times
Report any concerns or problems to line manager
Undertake all mandatory training
Participate in ward meetings and be involved in the decision making process when changes take place.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- NMC Registered Nursing Associate
- Evidence of relevant CPD
Desirable
- Experience of working at band 4 level
Clinical skills and experience
Essential
- Demonstrate previous/current experience of daily working and responsibilities
- Organisational and time management skills, ability to prioritise
- Ability to work within a team and support others
- Ability to demonstrate reflective practice
Desirable
- To reference learning from previous/current experience of daily working and responsibilities
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- NMC Registered Nursing Associate
- Evidence of relevant CPD
Desirable
- Experience of working at band 4 level
Clinical skills and experience
Essential
- Demonstrate previous/current experience of daily working and responsibilities
- Organisational and time management skills, ability to prioritise
- Ability to work within a team and support others
- Ability to demonstrate reflective practice
Desirable
- To reference learning from previous/current experience of daily working and responsibilities