Nursing Associate Review

by NHS

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

District Nursing, bandaging, wound care, phlebotomy, catheter care, assessments

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have learnt the knowledge to become a supervisor and developed on existing skills

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoyed university life, getting together with others on the same course, work with each other towards assignments, feed off each other with ideas and solutions

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It was well organised at Solent and was well supported by university staff.

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

My employer was very supportive and allowed me time off my work place to study and go on placements

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

There was always an opportunity to get support, even though in the 2nd year it was not face to face due to Covid.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I have gained so much more knowledge which will enable me to perform to the best of my ability. I have grown as a person and feel more confident.

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes, but they are limited at the moment and often held on Teams. Virgin Pulse is used every year which enables us to challenge each other with activities, ie step counts

10/10

9a. Would you recommend NHS to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I have worked for the NHS for over 10 years, it is a great organisation to work for, I have received support through bereavement and through my training.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NHS?

Research the position you are applying for, pop in for an informal visit to get a feel for the position your applying for. Be open and honest.