Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a registered Nurse Associate to join the Knowsley Community Nursing Services, working within our District Nursing Service.
The post of Nursing Associate requires successful completion of the Nursing Associate training programme which includes the attainment of a level 5 Foundation Degree equivalent qualification and NMC registration.
Nursing Associates are able to practice in the widest range of settings as well as being equipped with the specific knowledge, skills and capabilities required for the context in which they have trained and are employed.
Main duties of the job
Knowledge, training and experience1. Maintain knowledge of the scope of practice of the Nursing Associate role within different care settings2. Maintain own continuing professional development in accordance with NMC CPD requirements and revalidation, contributing to the formulation of own objectives andpersonal development plan.3. Maintain practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills gained during the Nursing Associate Training Programme and maintain all evidence required4. Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high quality learning environments
About us
Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.
We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.
At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.
Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.
Details
Date posted
15 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
27,485 to 30,162 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
8 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
350-CC7415357
Job locations
Tower Hill Primary Care Resource Centre
Ebony Way
Knowsley
L33 1XT
Job description
Job responsibilities
Registered Nursing Associates should actively contribute to the delivery of holistic care across the life course and adopt a whole-person approach which considers, and equally values, physical, psychological and public health needs, learning disabilities, social, economic, spiritual and otherfactors in the assessing, planning and delivery of care.
Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) with a focus on promoting health and independence.
Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS ValuesWork as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual.
Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting.
Undergo a 12 month period of preceptorship and work with their preceptor to take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace.
Work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed. Job description
Job responsibilities
Registered Nursing Associates should actively contribute to the delivery of holistic care across the life course and adopt a whole-person approach which considers, and equally values, physical, psychological and public health needs, learning disabilities, social, economic, spiritual and otherfactors in the assessing, planning and delivery of care.
Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) with a focus on promoting health and independence.
Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS ValuesWork as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual.
Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting.
Undergo a 12 month period of preceptorship and work with their preceptor to take responsibility for developing own clinical competence, leadership and reflective practice skills within the workplace.
Work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.
Person Specification
Knowledge/Experience
Essential

• Ability to work effectively as a team member under appropriate supervision
• Ability to work independently and to use own initiative as appropriate and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to deal with nonroutine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact
• Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
• Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
• 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 evidence based practice
• Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice as outlined in the Code
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of the public and health and care providers
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
• Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and well being

• Registered Nurse Associate and on the NMC register

• Work based experience

• Continuous Improvement
• Accountability
• Respectfulness
• Enthusiasm
• Support
• High Professional Standards
• Responsive to service users
• Engaging leadership style
• Strong Customer service belief
• Transparency and honesty
• Discreet
• Change Orientated

• Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
• Intermediate IT skills
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Access to a private vehicle and ability to travel as the role requires

• Ability to work effectively as a team member under appropriate supervision
• Ability to work independently and to use own initiative as appropriate and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to deal with nonroutine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact
• Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
• Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
• 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 evidence based practice
• Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice as outlined in the Code
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of the public and health and care providers
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
• Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and well being

• Registered Nurse Associate and on the NMC register

• Work based experience

• Continuous Improvement
• Accountability
• Respectfulness
• Enthusiasm
• Support
• High Professional Standards
• Responsive to service users
• Engaging leadership style
• Strong Customer service belief
• Transparency and honesty
• Discreet
• Change Orientated

• Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
• Intermediate IT skills
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Access to a private vehicle and ability to travel as the role requires