Nursing Associate Apprentice (Trainee Nurse Associate) Critical Care

Job summary

Band: 3 Training Nursing Associate Intensive Care

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract: 27 Months

The Nursing Associate role has been designed nationally to meet the future healthcare needs of the population. Registered Nursing Associates work alongside existing nursing care support workers and Registered Nurses to deliver hands-on care for patients. Whenyou qualify as a Nursing Associate, you will register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

The Apprentice Nursing Associate programme is due to start the 21st February 2024 and training takes approximately 24 months. During the training you will be employed as a Band 3. On successful completion, you will be offered a Band 4 RNA post within our ICU.

In order to apply, you must meet the following essential criteria which must be evidenced in your application form and at interview.

• Minimum of 6-12 months acute care (Hospital) experience
• English and Math's grade 4 or above OR functional skills in Math's and English level 2
• Level 3 Qualification or A-level equivalent
• You are able to demonstrate an interest in the Critical Care environment on application and at interview

For further information please contact: Jennifer Nash, Senior Sister & Lead Nurse Educator in Intensive Care: j.nash4@nhs.net or 01225 825707

Interviews: Week commencing 27th November 2023

Main duties of the job

This role forms part of a SWCCN pilot for TNA's in the Critical Care environment.

This is an apprenticeship role working towards progressing into the post of Band 4 Nursing Associate, through developing and maintaining knowledge, skills and competencies related to Nursing Associate role. Successful completion of the Nursing Associate Apprenticeship programme will include the attainment of a level 5 Foundation Degree equivalent qualification.

The Apprentice will work as part of a team, delivering health and social care that focuses on the direct needs of service users. They will carry out specific clinical tasks and responsibilities as delegated by registered practitioners and will be able to work across the boundaries of care and organisations.

You will be expected to learn during your host placement and external placements as organised by the Nurse Development Team and the University, including a range of shifts and departments. BPP university will support your academic studies and you will attend this in blocks of study and placement.

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centered care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.