Registered Nursing Associate(RNA)
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time, Part-time
- Posted
- 22/09/2026
- Closes
- 05/10/2026
Sponsorship verdict
Candidates needing sponsorship are encouraged to apply.
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“Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.”Quoted verbatim from the source advert
Role summary
This role is for a motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nursing Associate to join the new ITAPS team at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. You will support Registered Nurses in patient assessment and care planning, promote health, and monitor patient conditions. The position offers a clear development plan and opportunities to work across Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital, and Glenfield Hospital, focusing on ITU or Theatres.
Essential criteria
- Ability to deal with non -routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient/service user contact [contact details removed] to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non -verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers an d all members of the multi - disciplinary team Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.
- Trust Values
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register Nursing Associate Foundation Degree qualification Level 2 / GCSE or equivalent English and maths or Functional Skills
- Understands and acts in line with the NMC professional standards for practice contained with The Code and NMC Standards of Proficiency Understands the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in the context of nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation and how the role may contribute to service development Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice; Ability to participate in reflective practice and understand the requirements for NMC Revalidation;
- Understands the importance of following procedures and treatment plans. Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-based practice Has experience in supporting learners in the workplace and supervising their progress and / or assessing their practice
Desirable criteria
- Placement experience working within the 4 fields of nursing
- Understands revalidation Demonstrates knowledge of clinical governance and clinical effectiveness
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of the multi-disciplinary team. Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate Evidence of receiving complex and/or sensitive information
- Evidence of additional responsibilities/interests e.g. link/champion roles
- Planning and Organization
- Professional at all times Motivated, enthusiastic and able to motivate others Calm and objective Approachable
- Ability to deliver patient-centred care Ability to recognise when escalation to a registered professional is required (e.g. registered nurse / doctor) Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
- Evidence of additional responsibilities/interests e.g. link/champion roles IT skills
- EDI
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others.
- Communication
- Ability to deal with non -routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient/service user contact [contact details removed] to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non -verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers an d all members of the multi - disciplinary team Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.
- Trust Values
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register Nursing Associate Foundation Degree qualification Level 2 / GCSE or equivalent English and maths or Functional Skills
- Understands and acts in line with the NMC professional standards for practice contained with The Code and NMC Standards of Proficiency Understands the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in the context of nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation and how the role may contribute to service development Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice; Ability to participate in reflective practice and understand the requirements for NMC Revalidation;
- Understands the importance of following procedures and treatment plans. Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-based practice Has experience in supporting learners in the workplace and supervising their progress and / or assessing their practice
- Placement experience working within the 4 fields of nursing
- Understands revalidation Demonstrates knowledge of clinical governance and clinical effectiveness
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of the multi-disciplinary team. Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate Evidence of receiving complex and/or sensitive information
- Evidence of additional responsibilities/interests e.g. link/champion roles
- Planning and Organization
- Professional at all times Motivated, enthusiastic and able to motivate others Calm and objective Approachable
- Ability to deliver patient-centred care Ability to recognise when escalation to a registered professional is required (e.g. registered nurse / doctor) Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
- Evidence of additional responsibilities/interests e.g. link/champion roles
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £28,392 – £31,157 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 1d ago · Closes in 13d
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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Registered Nursing Associate(RNA)
The closing date is 05 October 2026
Job summary
Are you a Registered Nursing Associate looking for a new challenge?
ITAPS is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic registered Nursing Associate to join their new team.
We are a friendly team of experienced and highly skilled staff, making this a perfect learning environment for band 4's wanting to develop their skills or explore a ITU and Theatres of nursing.
We have vacancies available across all 3 sites Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Glenfield Hospital.
The patients we care for are at the heart of everything we do. We recognize that delivering high quality care requires a culture of lifelong learning and development. With this in mind we have developed an extensive and exciting career pathway offering a number of exciting options to develop your Nursing career. We are totally committed to helping you realise your potential. Whatever direction your career takes you we can support you to achieve it.
As a band 4 in ITAPS you will have a clear development plan. In addition to your induction and new starter appraisal each specialty will clearly outline a plan of learning for you to follow.
On your application please state which area you are applying to, either ITU or Theatres.
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