Trainee Nursing Associate Review

As a Trainee Nursing Associate Under supervision, and in addition to effectively monitoring and supporting the physical and mental condition of the patient, we are also able to Support registered nurses to deliver safe, compassionate, planned care. Administer basic mental health first aid. Undertake venepuncture ,ECG, Bladder scan, physiological measurements,wound care, Carheter care.We are able to administer medication under the supervision of Registered Nurse while we are in training. I support and assist patients with their daily task such as wash and dress. Duty will be different after we qualified.

I have developed many clinical skills with the support of our practice assessor and mentor . Our emploer has been very supportive in terms of giving opportunities to learn new skills depending upon my needs. And also i have learnt new skills such as administering medication under supervision. Wound Care, Catheter care

I am enjoying my course we have 1 day study day in Uni which is paid . I get paid when I attend Uni lectures. I have been offered various training within a trust. I have been enjoying my placement . Every day i am learning something new which is amazing.

it is organized well . However, sometimes we have so many task at same time which is considerable because of nature of our course. But i get supported from University and employers. They have been supportive and reassuring.

My employer has been always supportive specially ward manager/my mentor. At the very beginning i felt not supported and concerned about getting support. However once i highlighted my worries i have been reassured and getting support. Since our employer can utilize us as healthcare assistant sometimes it can be challenging for us to get time for new learning. However, i have been proactive learner. I have been given supernumerary shift and i make sure I utilize time very well.

University side has been brilliant. They have doing very best to support their students. By asking feedback regularly and taking onboard our feedback. Offering lots of resources to build up our skills.

Very well.

There are lots of events and activities going on . However, I haven’t got opportunities to get involved in . I think it is because me I haven’t been able show interest it is because of my tight time schedule .

Yes

It is one of the best employer for me . Because NBT provides equal opportunities for Personal and professional development for their staff.

I would say, read the job description and know what the job entails before you apply. Understand what skills and experience are required, and how to develop them. Be proactive! Don't wait for opportunities to come to you, go out and make them happen.