Registered Nursing Associate

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Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Bristol is seeking a Registered Nursing Associate to join their Interventional Radiology Team. This full-time role involves providing patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will develop clinical skills across various specialties, ensure high-quality patient care, and work within a supportive team. A Foundation Degree in Nursing and NMC registration are mandatory for this position, along with relevant nursing experience.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Access to NHS benefits

Qualifications

• Registered Nursing Associate with NMC registration is required.
• Evidence of recent patient care experience in healthcare settings.
• Ability to maintain accurate nursing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Monitor and report changes in patients' conditions.
• Administer medications following Trust policies.

Skills

IT literate (Microsoft Word, Email)

Communication skills

Holistic and person-centred care

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Leadership and management skills

Education

Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Nursing Associate Level 5

GCSE Grade A-C in Math and English

Tools

Nursing software for patient records

Job description

Main area Interventional Radiology Grade Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (37.5 hours per week) Job ref 339-CCS7842-MJA

Employer North Bristol NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Southmead Hospital Town Bristol Salary £27,485 - £30,162 per annum, pro rata for part time roles Salary period Yearly Closing 18/02/2026 23:59

Registered Nursing Associate

Band 4

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Job overview

Our Interventional Radiology Team have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nursing Associate to join their team!

The Interventional Radiology Recovery area predominantly cares for day case interventional radiology patients who come from a wide range of specialties including Urology, Renal, Vascular, Neuro and Cardiology.

Interventional Radiology is an exciting and fast‑paced work environment where you can develop clinical skills and knowledge relating to many procedures.

You will have the opportunity to develop your leadership and management skills and work as part of a friendly and approachable team.

The shift patterns are 07:30-20:00 or 07:30-17:30 Monday to Friday.

Want to understand more about Interventional Radiology at NBT - check out this video.

• The role of the Registered Nursing Associate is to work with the multi professional team and the Registered Nurse to contribute towards the delivery and monitoring of clinical care in line with service and patient needs, as agreed with supervising clinicians.
• Using the breadth of knowledge across fields of nursing the Registered Nursing Associate will provide holistic and person‑centred care and support for people of all ages and in a variety of settings.
• The Registered Nursing Associate will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, working within the sphere of nursing care and within aspects of the nursing process aligned to the Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates.
• The Registered Nursing Associate will adhere to the Nursing and Midwifery Councils code of conduct (NMC) and must meet the NMC Standards of Proficiency.
• The post holder will support the Ward Manger/Department Leader in ensuring the delivery of high‑quality patient care upholding patient dignity delivered with kindness and compassion.
• The post holder will provide and monitor the nursing care for a designated group of patients whilst receiving care at NBT.
• The post holder will work within their defined scope of practice as part of the wider nursing team, where required they will escalate concerns to a senior member of staff for guidance and support.

Working for our organisation

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award‑winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti‑discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all under‑represented groups.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see Job description for a full overview of the responsibilities

Main Duties

• Provide and monitor care to a delegated caseload of patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse/ Nurse in Charge of the department.
• Develop an understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the ongoing assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care.
• To recognise changes in a patients’ condition which require the intervention of others and understand when and how to refer to the supervising registered nurse and or other senior colleagues for reassessment of patient care.
• To undertake procedures as detailed within the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates (2018) (Annexe B) to meet the nursing needs of patients in their care.
• To have a willingness to undertake additional skills and training dependant on department/ ward requirements that are within the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associate(2018) (Annexe A&B).
• To receive delegated duties from the supervising RN and senior colleagues, accepting those that fall within their individual competency level, adhering to the NMC Delegation and Accountability supplement to the Code (NMC Code 2018).
• To delegate appropriately to other team members, including Health Care Support Workers, family members and other lay carers adhering to the NMC Delegation and Accountability supplement to the Code (NMC Code 2018).
• Act as a professional role model to others within their sphere of influence.
• Administer medicines in accordance with the Trust’s policy and procedures.
• Ensure there is effective communication with patients, careers and family.
• To work in collaboration with others to ensure the safe and timely discharge of patients with the aim of avoiding readmission.
• Work cohesively with all members of the ward team and promote effective liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times.
• Communicate effectively within the team, participate in motivating and supporting team members and maintain confidentiality with patients and carers. Give written and verbal advice/teaching to patients and carers.
• Promote and maintain a safe environment for all patients
• Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infections
• Act in the best interest of the patients and their carers
• Put people first and provide nursing care that is person centred, safe and compassionate.
• Act professionally at all times in line with the Trust’s values and behaviours and NMC Code.>
• Ensure nursing documentation is maintained, accurate and timely in line with Trust standards
• Demonstrate awareness and compliance with Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards and work towards promoting this to others.
• Support patients to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing, promoting health and preventing ill health.
• Respond to safeguarding concerns by reporting to senior staff and colleagues whilst adhering to Trust policy and procedures
• Treat people with dignity, respecting individual's diversity, beliefs, culture, needs, values, privacy and preferences.
• Show respect and empathy for those you work with, have the courage to challenge areas of concern and work to evidence based best practice.
• Be adaptable, reliable and consistent, show discretion, resilience and self‑awareness.

Person specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

• Registered Nursing Associate with Registration on the NMC register
• Foundation Degree (FdSc) Nursing Associate Level 5
• GCSE Grade A-C in Math’s & English or functional skills level 2 Math’s and English or equivalent

Work Experience

• Recent experience of caring for acutely unwell patients in different settings – this can be as a student.
• Evidence of working effectively as part of the immediate and wider team
• Experience of providing and receiving complex or sensitive information
• Experience in Radiology or Theatre setting

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• IT literate to include Microsoft word, Email, keyboard skills
• 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 NMC Code 2018
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and elevate concerns to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
• Understands requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
• Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans

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