Nurse Associate

Posting date:	29 August 2025
Salary:	£25,940.62 per year
Additional salary information:	£25940.62 a year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	21 September 2025
Location:	Sheffield, S7 1NF
Company:	NHS Jobs
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	A3466-25-0063

Summary

The Nurse Associate will: Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) with a focus on promoting health and independence. Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual. Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting. To work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed. To engage in positive relationships with patients/carers/families and other staff based on respect and within appropriate boundaries. To always act in a professional capacity. To be able to communication with the patient about care planning risk assessment needs. Communicate complex and sensitive information. Actively contribute to staff meetings Apply practice policies, standards, and guidance. Knowledge, training and experience: Develop knowledge of the scope of practice of the Nursing Associate role within different practice settings Develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills throughout continual training and development opportunities including PLIs. Meet the NMCs revalidation requirements regarding CPD and maintain all evidence required. Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high quality learning environments. Policy and Service Development Promote health and safety maintaining best practice in health, safety and security Share ideas with colleagues to improve care and suggest areas for innovation Participate in audit activities being undertaken in area of practice Contribute to the improvement of service by reflecting on own practice and supporting that of others Adhere to legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines both local and national Regularly attend workplace and staff engagement meetings and contribute positively to discussions about the improvement of care. Planning and organisation Plan and manage competing demands of job role, study and placement activities. Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time management and organisational skills to effectively deliver person-centred care for an allocated group of individuals. Deliver effective care following treatment plans determined by the Registered Nurse or registered care professional and provide feedback on progress against the plans. Communication and relationships Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of individuals, the public, health and social care professionals, maintaining the focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services Demonstrate those inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust Contribute to team success and challenge others constructively. Report to appropriate registered care professional information received from the individuals, carers and members of the team Ensure all patient related information is treated sensitively and adhere to the principals of confidentiality at all times Report any accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy Ensure clear, concise, accurate and legible records and all communication is maintained in relation to care delivered adhering to local and national guidance Ensure ability to manage electronic records system taking cognisance of need to protect access (ID, passwords, swipe cards) Analytical and judgmental skills Exercise personal responsibility and work independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiative in a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skills consistent with the role, responsibilities and professional values of a Nursing Associate Exercise judgment in assessing patient condition, comfort and wellbeing using analysis of a range of possible factors Ensure that only those activities for which competence has been achieved are undertaken without supervision and that recognition is given to the impact and consequences of practising outside capability. Physical skills requirement Use frequent moderate effort when undertaking carrying out manual handling in line with organisational guidelines Use skills of manual dexterity and manipulation of clinical instruments and equipment Use a combination of standing, walking bending and stretching throughout the working day Financial and physical resources Exercise personal duty of care in the safe use and storage of equipment Be environmentally aware and prudent in use of resources and energy Human resources Act in ways which support equality and value diversity Demonstrate own duties to new or less experienced staff Support development of less experienced staff Information resources Develop skills to maintain professional standards of record keeping Follow all information governance guidance and policies Maintain confidentiality as outlined within data protection policies Freedom to Act Work to standard operating procedures with registered care professionals available for reference Work within the organisational policy, procedures and guidelines Work within the Nursing Associate parameters of practice Be responsible and accountable for own practice, working within limits of competence and within professional boundaries Raises any concerns to a registered care professional or appropriate person Mental and Emotional effort Frequently use concentration and experience work patterns which are unpredictable with regular interruptions, some requiring immediate response Maintain a professional approach while working in challenging, distressing situations or dealing with challenging behaviour Support individuals, their families and carers when faced with unwelcome news and life changing diagnoses Have exposure to VDU screen Teaching and Training Be proactive in seeking opportunities to develop own knowledge and skills, achieving clinical competencies and Foundation Degree / Level 5 qualification within agreed timeframes. Seeks support / guidance in timely manner if any difficulties are encountered. Work in partnership with manager to develop and deliver on Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound (SMART) objectives at annual appraisal and personal development planning meeting. Take responsibility for organising and attending statutory / mandatory updates in accordance with organisational requirements. Act as an excellent role model by upholding and implementing good practice in the workplace. Recognising and either directly challenging or seeks support to challenge any poor practice observed. The post holder is expected to cover the duties of colleagues in posts of the same pay band or lower and within the range of the post holders knowledge and skills. A post holder may request a review (and re-evaluation) of his/her position document if he/she considers that any cover duty, if added to the existing duties, would affect the band of the post. In all aspects of your work, you have a duty and responsibility to comply with all components of the organisations Infection Control Policy and the Hygiene Code, ensuring compliance with any specific role responsibilities outlined within this policy. As part of your employment, you are bound by the policies and procedures within the organisation and the wider NHS. You also have joint responsibility with your manager forensuring that you undertake the mandatory training requirements for your own role as specified within the organisations mandatory training plan. Safeguarding Safeguarding Children and Adults is Everyones responsibility. To protect children and vulnerable adults, all staff are required to be familiar with and adhere to the safeguarding adults and children policy. General The main duties and responsibilities shown above are not exhaustive but should merely be regarded as a guide. The post-holder will be expected to conduct any reasonable activities according to the service needs at that time. These will be subject to periodic review and may be amended to meet the challenging needs of the service. The post-holder will be expected to participate in this process and the organisation would aim to reach agreement to changes.