Submitted on Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Rejected on Thursday 11th April 2024
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: irrelevant (see below for details)
Review the Agenda for change for band 4 Nursing Associates
Nursing Associates is a fairly new role in the NHS, the first cohort being 2018
Once qualified the main purpose of the NA was to bridge the gap between support worker and a registered nurse.
The role is basically known as a cheap nurse, with little difference between band 4 & 5.
Unlike other band 4s, eg. Assistant practitioner, therapy assistants, dental nurse, the NA are registered the same as nurse with the NMC, we deliver medication including I.V., we evaluate care plans providing patient centred care, making us accountable and responsible. We have to revalidate every 3 years same as nurse to remain competent and practice safely.
The NA role is very unsupported causing alot of negativity and confusion as to where we fit in within the NHS framework.
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