Registered Nursing Associate

Overview

In this role you will provide safe, compassionate care for pre- and post-operative orthopaedic patients in ADCU, working within a supportive MDT to deliver high-quality, patient-centred outcomes. You will help coordinate care from admission to discharge, contributing to robust clinical pathways and continuous improvement. The position offers exposure to a range of orthopaedic and oncology procedures, with a focus on effective communication, escalation when needed, and delivering timely nursing support in a fast-paced environment.

Join a values-driven, inclusive team that prioritises patient experience and professional growth.

• Disability Confident Leader
• flexible working arrangements
• family friendly policies
• inclusive culture
• equal opportunities
• support for reasonable adjustments

• Provide safe care for pre- and post-operative orthopaedic patients
• Escalate concerns appropriately
• Administer medications and manage pain per NMC guidance and local policy
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff
• Coordinate care with ward-based therapy teams
• Facilitate ward-based investigations and procedures
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to achieve patient outcomes
• Deliver care reflecting the Trust values and ethos

• NMC PIN Nurse Associate
• Previous or current hospital experience
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Knowledge of vital signs monitoring and early identification of deterioration (e.g., NEWS2)
• Experience in caring for a group of patients
• Understanding of pain management, wound care, and recovery
• Safeguarding principles knowledge
• UK Registration
• Disability Confident Interview Scheme consideration and reasonable adjustments support

• Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening)
• Self-motivation for personal development
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Vital signs monitoring
• Pain management
• Wound care