Job summary Look no further than the District Nursing Service in the borough of Enfield An exciting opportunity has arisen for highly motivated, enthusiastic, and caring Registered Nursing Associate (RNA) to work alongside our qualified nursing staff as part of our drive to meet the needs of our patients in Enfield Community Service. Car driver / use of car essential for work purposes If you are professional and passionate and think going the extra mile for your patients is the norm then you are what we are looking for. We are looking for a motivated Registered Nurse Associate to join our professional and friendly team in Enfield, We are looking for a flexible individual with a positive attitude to be part of our team in delivering first class care and ensuring our patients have a positive experience on the service. As an RNA, you will be an important member of our team providing quality care for our patients. we offer excellent opportunities to enable you to achieve your career goals. You will be offered a supportive environment which provides opportunities to develop your clinical skills and transition as a confident practitioner. You will also have access to experiential learning in the clinical areas as you look to develop your skills to progress unto the Degree Apprenticeship Nursing programme if you are keen to advance your career. Main duties of the job Ensuring that a service user centered multi-disciplinary approach to care is present o Assess, plan, implement and monitor care in keeping with evidence-based practice. Ensure timely referrals to a registered nurse when any actions, care or treatment is required. To take an active role in direct service user care and role model to junior staff. To provide guidance to junior staff relevant to clinical specialty Ensuring that a high standard of practice is maintained in relation to the detention of mentally ill clients under the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. Ensuring that least restrictive practices are promoted within individual care. Ensuring that care reflects individual and cultural needs considering any reasonable adjustments that may be required Ensure that the service provides holistic care that incorporates excellence in physical, mental health care management and general wellbeing. Recognise and consistently work within boundaries of the registered nursing associate role and their acquired skills and knowledge whilst developing competencies to progress their education and training for example skills in leadership and medicines management. About us NMUH North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Hospital Trust (NMUH) is one of London's busiest healthcare providers, providing hospital care and community services for the 350,000 people living in Enfield, Haringey and beyond. Our specialist services include HIV, cardiology, blood disorders, diabetes, fertility, sickle cell and thalassemia. In addition to a full range of cancer diagnosis and treatment services, the Helen Rollason Cancer Support Centre is based on-site and provides services to support cancer patients' wellbeing. We also provide community services and have a dedicated 0-19 service for children and young people in Enfield so that they can get the best possible start in life. This includes health visitors and school nurses who are delivering the national Healthy Child Programme, which provides a structured framework for the delivery of key interventions to support the health and wellbeing of children and families from 0 to 5 and school aged children from 5-19. The 0-19 service aims to improve pathways and partnerships with services in the hospital and deliver excellent care for the children and families. For more information, please access the following link: https://www.northmid.nhs.uk/ Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £31,081 to £33,665 a year Per Annum Inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 393-NMUH-2123 Job locations Lucas house 305-309 Fore street Edmonton N9 0PD Job description Job responsibilities Act in accordance with the Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates, and fulfil 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. Please see the attached Job description and Job specification for more information about the role. Job description Job responsibilities Act in accordance with the Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates, and fulfil 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. Please see the attached Job description and Job specification for more information about the role. Person Specification EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Essential Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register or about to quality as RNA. Educated to a minimum level 5 Foundation degree level specific to nursing associate practice GCSE English and Math's grade A-C or skills level 2 Math's & English or equivalent. EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE Essential Work experience relevant to the post Managing challenging and aggressive behaviour Working within a multidisciplinary team environment 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 Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues Person Specification EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Essential Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register or about to quality as RNA. Educated to a minimum level 5 Foundation degree level specific to nursing associate practice GCSE English and Math's grade A-C or skills level 2 Math's & English or equivalent. EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE Essential Work experience relevant to the post Managing challenging and aggressive behaviour Working within a multidisciplinary team environment 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 Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues 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 North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust Address Lucas house 305-309 Fore street Edmonton N9 0PD Employer's website https://www.northmid.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)