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Band 4 Nursing Associate - InPatient unit

St Peter’s Hospice

Bristol, BS10 6NL

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

20 September 2026

20 days left

Job description

Are you a highly motivated, dynamic Nurse who is passionate about delivering the highest quality of care? Would you like to be part of a committed and...

Shortlisting: 25th September 2026

Interview Dates: 6th October, 8th October and 9th October

We operate a rotating shift pattern which includes weekend and night shifts within a flexible shift time pattern.

Applicants must have at least a years recent clinical experience in the trust or community. Newly qualified individuals are encouraged to contact the team for an informal chat to discuss clinical experience before application.

We would consider applications from other registered professionalssuch as paramedics, mental health nurses, or experienced nursing associates.

If you are Interested and would like an informal conversation or would like to arrange a visit to meet the team, please contact Zara Norris, Inpatient Unit Manager at zara.norris@stpetershospice.org

Evidence of vaccination history or immunity tests will be required.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK before they apply for a vacancy and be able to provide evidence of this.

Due to the nature of the work involved, this role is exempt from the ROA and all job holders are required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

  • *Please note, we are unable to accept applications from third-year students at this time**

Strictly no agencies.

Work according to the NMC Code of Professional Standards of Practice and

Behaviour and relevant professional guidelines and be accountable for their

own professional practise, including the Clinical Skills for band 4 Nursing

associate framework. (Appendix A)

Use up to date knowledge and evidence when delivering care,

advising and promoting health and well-being, performing nursing

procedures and using devices to meet individuals care needs in a

safe and effective manner.

The post holder will make person centred, evidence-based

judgements in partnership with others involved in the care process

to ensure high quality care.

Accurately undertake risk assessments using approved documents

and assessment tools. Use agreed patient protocols, standard

operating procedures, clinical guidelines which reference actions in

accordance with the outcome of the risk assessment.

Plan and organise own workload and that of others, delegating

appropriately and monitor the effectiveness of any care delivered.

Ensuring that this is delivered collaboratively with people

patients/clients, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team.

Act autonomously within your own level of competency to undertake

specific interventions and treatments.

Recognise the limits of own competency and appropriately request

supervision of the Registered Practitioner to ensure the delivery of

safe, high-quality care.

Achieve and maintain competence in identified mandatory and

statutory training, develop, and maintain clinical competencies, skills

and knowledge which relate to the area of clinical practice.

Deliver and coordinate clinical and therapeutic care to a caseload of

patients as delegated by the Registered Nurse/ regulated

practitioner.

Ensure that all interventions are patient centred; delivered

compassionately and dignity; whilst challenging and escalating poor

practice/performance.

Respond to patients, relative and carers concerns as they arise and

take remedial action as required and escalate appropriately.

Weve spent over 40 years helping people die in peace, and with dignity. Combining compassion with clinical expertise, we provide patients with the best possible care at the end of their lives.

Were here for the people around our patients too those closest to them. Before, during and after a bereavement, we provide support thats remembered forever.

We think its that unforgettable support that inspires people to give back to St Peters. To fundraise for us. Donate. Volunteer. Were not exaggerating when we say that we couldnt do what we do without our wonderful supporters. We really cant thank them enough.

We want to help many more people to die well. And were doing this by teaching others. As a centre of educational excellence, we share our skills with other health professionals, helping the NHS and care homes to provide better end-of-life care.

Were here for all, for free, forever.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
  • Educated to a minimum Level 5 Foundation Degree specific to Nursing Associate Practice.
  • GCSEs Grade A C in Maths and English or equivalent

Desirable

  • Completed Care Certificate
  • QCF in Care / Health & Social Care Level 2/3 or
  • equivalent experience

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

19 August 2026

Last checked

21 August 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

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St Peter’s Hospice

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