Registered Nurse Associate

OUH; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Registered Nurse Associate to join the Paediatric Critical Care team. The role focuses on delivering compassionate, high‑quality care to children within PCCU and associated services, while developing clinical leadership and staying within the trust’s values framework.

The post offers opportunities for professional development, collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, and involvement in teaching and governance aligned with OUH’s

Qualifications

• Registered Nursing Associate on Nursing and Midwifery register.
• Evidence of the nursing associate qualification (higher apprenticeship and/or Foundation Degree).
• Previous experience in a Critical Care, Children’s or Emergency department environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care as part of a designated nursing team.
• Delegate tasks to non-registered practitioners where appropriate.
• Develop own clinical competence and leadership within the workplace.
• Provide patient-centred, compassionate, and safe care.
• Support continuity of care across PCCU and SORT services.

Skills

Nursing care

Critical Care experience

Paediatric care

Communication skills

Education

Nursing and Midwifery Council RN Associate registration

Foundation Degree / Higher Apprenticeship

Job description

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse Associate to join our Paediatric Critical Care team.

Paediatric Critical Care (PCC) at OUHincludes 17 co-located Level 2 and 3 critical care beds, delivering a wide range of specialist services to patients from Oxfordshire and the wider Thames Valley and Wessex Paediatric Critical Care Operational Delivery Network (TVW PCC ODN). We are a leading Neurosurgical and Major Trauma Centre and have a vast number of medical and surgical specialities.

SORT Retrieval ServiceOUH PCC Services include the SORT (Southampton Oxford Retrieval Team) service, delivered in collaboration with Southampton across TVW PCC ODN. It is staffed by doctors, ACPs and nurses from both Oxford and Southampton, with Oxford providing a retrieval team 24/7.

Critical Care Outreach Serviceis a team of experienced nurses who support all healthcare professionals in the assessment and management of unwell children across the children’s hospital, emergency department, and neonatal unit, following up and supporting children and families following discharge.

Education, Development and Trainingis provided through a structured competency-based development programme. Clinical and leadership career development pathways are available. We have a growing team of Advanced Clinical Practitioners who work across PCCU and SORT services at OUH.

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Main duties of the job

The nursing associate will:

• Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values and those of the OUHFT
• Work as part of a designated nursing team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual, supporting registered nurses and non registered practitioners
• Be able to appropriately delegate tasks to non registered practitioners
• Carry out specific delegated health care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency.
• Take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace.
• Have the ability to deliver care independently in line with the individual’s defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the nursing associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
• Provide, promote and where appropriate advocate for non-discriminatory, person-centred and sensitive care at all times that is high quality, compassionate and safe with a focus on promoting health and independence.
• Recognise and report any factors that may adversely impact safe and effective provision of care and know when and how to elevate any concerns when required.
• Be accountable for their own actions, working within the limitations of their role
• Take responsibility for their own learning and continued professional development

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospital's promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for more details.

We encourage interested candidates to arrange an informal visit to find out more about the Registered Nurse Associate role within Paediatric Critical Care, and would be particularly interested to hear from those with experience in Paediatric, Intensive Care and Emergency settings.

Person specification

Education, Knowledge, Training and Experience

• Registered Nursing Associate on Nursing and Midwifery register
• Evidence of the nursing associate qualification (higher apprenticeship and /or a relevant Foundation Degree programme)
• Previous experience in a Critical Care, Children's or Emergency department environment.

Clinical Practice

• Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Evidence of working in multi-disciplinary teams under appropriate supervision

Planning and Organisation

• Able to effectively and appropriately elevate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety.
• Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise own workload

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit tothe ten core principles

Oxford University Hospital's promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.

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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.

Application numbers

Please note that this job advertisement will close automatically once the application limit is reached, regardless of whether this occurs before the advertised closing date.

Name Rosie Priddy Job title Lead Nurse for PCC Education + Workforce Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01865221098 Additional information

Jo Bartlett -Practice Development and Education Lead

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Band 5 NurseandBand 2 Healthcare Support Workerrecruitment iscentralised, meaning when you apply you will be considered fora number of rolesacross the Trust. If you have any questions please email: [e-mail] .

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