Nursing Associate, Emergency Department

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Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Nursing Associate, Emergency Department

The closing date is 05 November 2026

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Job summary

Please note this position is not eligible for sponsorship.

To work as part of the nursing and multidisciplinary team to provide high quality Emergency care for patients presenting with major and minor injuries and illnesses.

Is safe, competent and confident in the performance of a wide variety of activities indirectly supervised by a registered practitioner in providing Emergency care.

Monitors patients and implements care following agreed pathway

Main duties of the job

Ensure a welcoming, caring and safe environment of patients and visitors to the departmentCarry out observations, document and follow escalation procedure on identification of a deteriorating patient as identified in the patient pathwayInitiate Basic life support for a collapsed patient until medical help arrivesAssist with safe transfer of patients within department. Perform hospital transfer and handover of patient care for agreed patientsProvide clinical skills such as recording of 12 lead ECG, insertion of peripheral cannulation, venepuncture, female and male urinary catheterisation , insertion of NG tubes, minor wound dressings and wound closure, application of plaster of Paris and other limb splintageImplement, and monitor patient care following nursing care plans and patient pathways. Report progress to registered practitionerMaintain up-to-date, comprehensive and accurate records of clinical care, the patients' condition and other relevant information in accordance with the NMC Standards for Record Keeping

About us

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.

Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.

We work in partnership with Royal Surrey Hospital NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.

St Peter's Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and Orthopaedic Surgery, Ophthalmology and Outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital. Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.

Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits & discounts.

For more information about careers at ASPH visit:www.asph-careers.org

Certificate of SponsorshipIn line with UKVI requirements, Band 2, Band 3 and Band 4 roles are not eligible for sponsorship.

Please note only certain roles at Band 5 & above are eligible for sponsorship.

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£29,812 to £32,715 a year pa inc. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

323-NM6326-MH

Job locations

St Peters Hospital

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure a welcoming, caring and safe environment of patients and visitors to the departmentCarry out observations, document and follow escalation procedure on identification of a deteriorating patient as identified in the patient pathwayInitiate Basic life support for a collapsed patient until medical help arrivesAssist with safe transfer of patients within department. Perform hospital transfer and handover of patient care for agreed patientsProvide clinical skills such as recording of 12 lead ECG, insertion of peripheral cannulation, venepuncture, female and male urinary catheterisation , insertion of NG tubes, minor wound dressings and wound closure, application of plaster of Paris and other limb splintageImplement, and monitor patient care following nursing care plans and patient pathways. Report progress to registered practitionerMaintain up-to-date, comprehensive and accurate records of clinical care, the patients condition and other relevant information in accordance with the NMC Standards for Record KeepingBe aware, active and follow protocol for all types of internal and external major incidents including flu pandemic and CBRN incidents.Assist to identify and care for patients with mental health and vulnerable patients who lack capacity. Act in the patients best interest and apply knowledge of Mental Health and Mental Capacity Act in implementing care.Provide one to one care for high risk vulnerable patients at risk from absconding or falls.Assist to identify risk factors which could cause injury or harm to patients whilst in the Emergency department if left unidentified such as falls risk, pressure ulcer and malnutrition riskFollow safe discharge home policy, provide appropriate follow up plan of care, health education advise.Act in a professional manner at all times, maintain professional communication and attitudes with service users and colleagues. Keep services users informed of waiting times and planned care pathwayFollows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infectionMonitor and maintain unit equipment in each area of care, reporting problems as appropriateBe proficient in the use of information technology utilized within the ward area.Report staff sickness/absence immediately to the nurse in charge of the department.Work with MDT to provide Trusts Emergency 4 hour target for service users.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure a welcoming, caring and safe environment of patients and visitors to the departmentCarry out observations, document and follow escalation procedure on identification of a deteriorating patient as identified in the patient pathwayInitiate Basic life support for a collapsed patient until medical help arrivesAssist with safe transfer of patients within department. Perform hospital transfer and handover of patient care for agreed patientsProvide clinical skills such as recording of 12 lead ECG, insertion of peripheral cannulation, venepuncture, female and male urinary catheterisation , insertion of NG tubes, minor wound dressings and wound closure, application of plaster of Paris and other limb splintageImplement, and monitor patient care following nursing care plans and patient pathways. Report progress to registered practitionerMaintain up-to-date, comprehensive and accurate records of clinical care, the patients condition and other relevant information in accordance with the NMC Standards for Record KeepingBe aware, active and follow protocol for all types of internal and external major incidents including flu pandemic and CBRN incidents.Assist to identify and care for patients with mental health and vulnerable patients who lack capacity. Act in the patients best interest and apply knowledge of Mental Health and Mental Capacity Act in implementing care.Provide one to one care for high risk vulnerable patients at risk from absconding or falls.Assist to identify risk factors which could cause injury or harm to patients whilst in the Emergency department if left unidentified such as falls risk, pressure ulcer and malnutrition riskFollow safe discharge home policy, provide appropriate follow up plan of care, health education advise.Act in a professional manner at all times, maintain professional communication and attitudes with service users and colleagues. Keep services users informed of waiting times and planned care pathwayFollows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infectionMonitor and maintain unit equipment in each area of care, reporting problems as appropriateBe proficient in the use of information technology utilized within the ward area.Report staff sickness/absence immediately to the nurse in charge of the department.Work with MDT to provide Trusts Emergency 4 hour target for service users.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• NMC Registered Nursing Associate
• hospital experience

Desirable

• Managing cohort of patients
• Work without supervision

Skills

Essential

• Venepuncture and cannulation or working towards
• Basic ECG interpretation or working towards

Desirable

• Able to challenge poor care, provide evidence

Knowledge

Essential

• Trust Values
• Scope of practice of Band 4

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• NMC Registered Nursing Associate
• hospital experience

Desirable

• Managing cohort of patients
• Work without supervision

Skills

Essential

• Venepuncture and cannulation or working towards
• Basic ECG interpretation or working towards

Desirable

• Able to challenge poor care, provide evidence

Knowledge

Essential

• Trust Values
• Scope of practice of Band 4

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peters Hospital

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peters Hospital

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Nurse Workforce

Lisa Punter

[email protected]

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£29,812 to £32,715 a year pa inc. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

323-NM6326-MH

Job locations

St Peters Hospital

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

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