Registered Nursing Associate

Job responsibilities1. Clinical care Deliver safe, effective and compassionate care in accordance with agreed care plans, protocols and clinical pathways. Undertake agreed clinical procedures according to training and competence, including: Venepuncture and specimen collection. ECG recording and basic clinical observations. Blood pressure, height, weight and BMI measurements. Urinalysis and agreed point-of-care testing. NHS Health Checks and health-promotion activities. Wound care, dressings and removal of sutures or clips. Supporting the monitoring of patients with long-term conditions. Administer prescribed medicines, injections and vaccinations where trained, competent and appropriately authorised. Recognise changes or deterioration in a patients condition and escalate concerns promptly. Provide patients with appropriate information, advice and signposting. Work within the NMC Code, professional competence and the agreed scope of the Nursing Associate role. 2. Team collaboration Work closely with the nursing and wider multidisciplinary team. Accept delegated activities only where they are within your competence and agreed scope of practice. Participate in team meetings, supervision, training and continuing professional development. Share relevant information with colleagues to support safe and coordinated patient care. Contribute to a supportive culture of learning, inclusion and mutual respect. 3. Compliance and quality Maintain accurate, clear and contemporaneous clinical records. Comply with safeguarding, infection prevention, health and safety, confidentiality and information governance requirements. Report incidents, risks and concerns in accordance with practice procedures. Contribute to clinical audits, quality improvement and the maintenance of disease registers. Maintain professional competence and complete statutory, mandatory and role-specific training. 4. Patient communication Communicate clearly, kindly and effectively with patients, carers and colleagues. Adapt communication to meet individual patient needs. Encourage patients to participate in their care and make informed choices. Promote self-management and healthy lifestyle choices. Uphold confidentiality, dignity and professional boundaries.