Band 4 Registered Nursing Associate - SSSU

Bedfordshire Hospitals; Luton, Dunstable; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

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Job summary

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Band 4 Registered Nursing Associate to join the newly established Planned Surgical Unit at Luton and Dunstable Hospital. The post supports admission and discharge planning under supervision, contributing to a safe, patient-centred peri-operative pathway.

You will provide compassionate care across the peri-operative journey, collaborate with registered nurses and CSWs, and help maintain smooth patient flow in a dynamic

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (A-C) required.
• Evidence of CPD participation or commitment.
• Experience in public/customer care is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively in a hospital team.

Responsibilities

• Admit and discharge patients as per care plan and under supervision.
• Support the peri-operative journey across the planned surgical unit.
• Work with the RN and CSW to maintain patient flow through theatres.
• Deliver high quality, patient-centred, compassionate care.
• Document care accurately and timely.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and the care team.

Skills

GCSE English & Maths (A-C)

Education

GCSE English and Maths (A-C)

CPD evidence

Job description

Band 4 Registered Nursing Associate - SSSU

NHS AfC: Band 4

Main area Surgery Grade NHS AfC: Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shifts are Early 07am - 5pm and lates 12pm - 10pm. This covers Monday - Friday with a Super Saturday every month (allocated fairly amongst all staff)) Job ref 418-NU42182-JB-A

Site Luton and Dunstable Hospital Town Luton Salary £28,392 - £31,157 pa, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 02/11/2026 23:59 Interview date 12/11/2026

Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 4 Registered Nursing Associate to join the team in a brand new Planned Surgical Unit.

Patients undergoing surgical procedures will be admitted in The Planned Surgical Unit and patients having day case procedures will then be discharged later from the same unit. There are 14 theatres in total for the unit, meaning a consistent and steady flow of patients throughout. The Registered Nursing Associate will be responsible for admitting and discharging patients as per their surgical care plan and under the supervision of the nurse in charge.

We are looking for a good team player and someone with initiative and enthusiasm for the role. We are also looking for someone who puts patients first and provides excellent care throughout the entire peri-operative journey.

The post holder will be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centred, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse with a focus on promoting health and independence. They will be an accountable professional and h ave the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individual’s defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Registered Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.

Main duties of the job

The Registered Nursing Associate will admit and discharge patients and ensure that all information is given to the patients and their relatives to aide their recovery. The Nurse Associate will work closely with their Registered Nurse and Clinical Support Worker colleagues to ensure consistent patient flow through theatres.

Provide and monitor care

Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate

Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers

Implement and evaluate individual care/treatment plans. Ensure care is documented accurately and in a timely manner

Coordinate and undertake the safe admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with the Organisation’s standards, protocols and policies.

Develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills throughout the Nursing Associate Role and maintain all evidence required

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 inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust

Working for our organisation

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

See attached Job Description for full list.

Develop understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care

Provide and monitor care

Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate

Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers

Assist in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse

Develop understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities

Implement and evaluate individual care/treatment plans. Ensure care is documented accurately and in a timely manner

Coordinate and undertake the safe admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with the Organisation’s standards, protocols and policies.

Develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills throughout the Nursing Associate Role and maintain all evidence required

Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high quality learning environments

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 inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust

Person specification

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade A-C including English and Maths or Level 2 in Maths and English
• Evidence of CPD

Experience

• Experience of working with the public demonstrating good customer care skills
• Good experience of working in a teams
• Previous experience of working within an Acute health / care setting
• Venepuncture and Cannulation

Knowledge

• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
• Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count)
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
• Understanding of basic physiology, e.g. normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements etc.
• Understanding of evidence based practice
• Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff

Personal Skills

• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and verbal.
• Positive, enthusiastic and caring attitude
• Good use of initiative
• Good team player
• Reliable, trustworthy and adaptable

It is an exciting time to join Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.