Return to Practice Nurse - Royal Free and Barnet Hospital

Overview

Return to Practice Nurse - Royal Free and Barnet HospitalJoin to apply for the Return to Practice Nurse role at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.Job Summary

Are you an Adult Nurse whose Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration has lapsed? Are you interested in returning to a career in nursing?We are offering the opportunity to work as a Band 3 Return to Practice Nurse while you complete a Return to Practice course at one of our partner universities starting in January 2024. Successful completion of the course will allow you to apply for NMC registration and to obtain a Band 5 Staff Nurse post in our organisation.Indicate your preferred hospital site in the application: Barnet Hospital - Barnet; Royal Free Hospital - Hampstead. Your placement area is subject to successful joint interview and assessment with the university and the trust.Main duties of the job

The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document attached to this vacancy. Please read to further your understanding of the role.About Us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK''s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in AandE, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.We offer flexible hours, benefits and opportunities for training to support career growth.For more information please visit the Royal Free London jobs site.Details

Date posted: 25 July 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for change | Band: Band 3 | Salary: £30,546 to £45,356 per year inclusive of HCASContract: Permanent | Working pattern: Full-time | Reference: 391-RFL-6713889 | Job locations: All sites, London, NW3 2QGJob Description

Job responsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesMaintain professional behaviour and promote a positive image of Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.Assist staff in the delivery of direct patient care and undertake skilled nursing activities for which training and competency assessment has been undertaken.Assist in maintaining patient well-being, dignity, confidentiality and privacy; adhere to trust policies and procedures.Prioritise care; demonstrate good communication with patients, relatives and the multidisciplinary team.Contribute to discharge planning and report patient risk assessments; recognise changes in condition and escalate as appropriate.Act as a role model for student nurses and colleagues; report concerns to the nurse in charge.Escalate incidents promptly; understand patient feedback and contribute to improving patient experience.Assist with ward preparation, orientating patients and visitors, infection control and food hygiene policies; act in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct.Understand safeguarding principles and protect patient privacy and dignity; assist with patient dietary needs and hygiene; assist with moving and repositioning of patients within guidelines; monitor and record observations and vital signs.OtherResponsibilitiesAssist with admissions and discharges; participate in audits and ensure safekeeping of patient property; maintain documentation according to NMC and Trust standards.Qualifications and Experience

EssentialNVQ Level 3 or Diploma Level 3 or equivalentEvidence of literacy and numeracy skills to GCSE or equivalentLapsed NMC registration from parts 1 or 2 of the registerWillingness to undertake and complete the Return to Practice course at City UniversityCommitment to own development as a student nurseDesirableAchievement of assessor trainingPrevious experience of hospital work and teamwork; if previously NMC registered, experience in hospital settingSkills in investigations and procedures (e.g., ECGs, catheterisation, dressings)Skills and Personal QualitiesAbility to learn quickly; plan and prioritise workloadGood communication and documentation skills; basic computer skillsAbility to understand and monitor patients’ vital signsCareful, compassionate, professional; able to work as part of a team; flexible with shiftsEquality, Diversity and Inclusion

Disclosure and Barring Service check applies. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a disclosure check is required. Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered. For overseas applicants, relevant criminal records checks may be ..... full job details .....