The Day Surgery team at Chase Farm Hospital, part of Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, is recruiting a Band 4 Registered Nursing Associate. The post supports patients through elective day surgery, from admission and preparation to discharge, covering observations, delegated clinical care and escalation of concerns. The hub is a GIRFT-accredited surgical site running six days a week, and the role works alongside registered nurses in a multidisciplinary team. NMC registration, or pending registration, is required.
What the job involves
- Support patients through the day surgery journey, from admission and preparation to discharge
- Undertake clinical observations
- Deliver delegated clinical care within own competence
- Provide post-operative care
- Carry out patient transfers
- Maintain accurate documentation
- Promote infection prevention and control
- Recognise and elevate concerns about patient wellbeing
- Safeguard patients and promote patient safety
- Manage equipment, the clinical environment, stock and supplies
- Communicate and work as part of the team
- Develop professional skills
Qualifications
- GCSE English and Maths (Functional Skills Level 2)
Registration & licences
- NMC registration as a Nursing Associate, or pending registration
- Understanding of the NMC Code and revalidation requirements
Experience
- Working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Providing and receiving complex, sensitive information
Skills & knowledge
- Clinical skills in ECG, wound care and observations
- Effective communication, including escalation and delegation
- Documentation and EPR knowledge
- Recognising and escalating a deteriorating patient
- Safeguarding principles and safe clinical decision-making within scope of practice
Other
- Up-to-date mandatory training and appraisal
- Providing safe, person-centred care
- Prioritising workload and excellent time management
- Knowing when to seek advice and elevate
- Following procedures and treatment plans
- Understanding the Nursing Associate role in service development and the Trust's shared commitments
Nice to have
- Venepuncture or cannulation
- Evidence of additional CPD
- Previous acute or surgical hospital experience (ED, MAU or wards)
- Quality improvement or audit experience
- Experience with admissions and discharge processes
- Contributing to MDT meetings or safety huddles
- Proactive problem-solving
What’s offered
- Career opportunities across a large NHS trust
- Flexible working
- Training and development
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
