Job summary As a NMC registered practitioner, the Nursing Associate will work in a clinical field, with minimal supervision from and report to a Registered Nurse (Level 1) or regulated health and social care practitioner. They will deliver safe, compassionate and dignified patient centred health care. The Nursing Associate will be expected to prioritise their workload; implement evidence-based care; utilise relevant guidance, protocols, and policies (local and national); contribute to care planning and patient review. They will be responsible for completing any work based training and associated competency required by the role. Main duties of the job Accurately undertake risk assessments using approved documents and assessment tools. Use agreed patient protocols, standard operating procedures, clinical guidelines which reference actions in accordance with the outcome of the risk assessment. Plan and organise own workload and that of others, delegating appropriately and monitor the effectiveness of any care delivered, ensuring that this is delivered collaboratively with people patients/clients, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team. Deliver and coordinate clinical and therapeutic care to a caseload of patients as delegated by the Registered Nurse/ regulated practitioner. About us The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million. We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation. Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation. It's established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities. Read their research paper to find out more. Website: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/clinical-schools/royal-cornwall-hospitals-nhs-trust-clinical-school https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871231209037 Date posted 09 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year pa pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 156-7088238 Job locations Critical Care Unit, Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Treliske Truro TR1 3LJ Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Associate Foundation Degree NMC registration as a Registered Nurse Associate GCSE grade A-C in Maths and English Experience Essential Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in the context of the team Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice. Desirable Understanding of evidence-based practice Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff Skills Essential Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload. Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues. Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and nonverbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi -disciplinary team. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Associate Foundation Degree NMC registration as a Registered Nurse Associate GCSE grade A-C in Maths and English Experience Essential Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in the context of the team Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice. Desirable Understanding of evidence-based practice Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff Skills Essential Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload. Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues. Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and nonverbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi -disciplinary team. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Address Critical Care Unit, Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Treliske Truro TR1 3LJ Employer's website https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)