About this role
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 4 Associate Practitioner to join our dedicated team on Sapphire Ward at Gravesham Community Hospital. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality care to patients in a rehabilitation setting, following national and local priorities, Trust policies, and Nursing & Midwifery Council standards. This role requires NMC registration and is ideal for someone with health or social care experience who is ready to develop their clinical skills, work as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team, and make a genuine difference to patient outcomes. Main Responsibilities: As a Band 4 Associate Practitioner you will be: Deliver patient care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures, and professional standards as delegated by the Nurse in charge Undertake technical nursing tasks such as dressings, glucose monitoring, and other delegated clinical procedures Assist with patient assessments and implement care plans set by the Registered Nurse Accurately document all care provided using EMIS and ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times Recognise and report changes in patient condition promptly to the Nurse in charge Support administrative and clerical tasks on the ward, including ordering stock and equipment checks Participate in audits, surveys, and multi-disciplinary meetings Support the induction of new staff and students Engage in personal development through training, supervision, and appraisal Promote the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff, and visitors, ensuring a safe working environment Adhere to information governance, safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety requirements at all times Please see job description for full list of responsibilities.
Main duties of the job This Band 4 Associate Practitioner role at Gravesham Community Hospital offers a fantastic opportunity for health or social care professionals ready to enhance their clinical skills in a rehabilitation setting. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Associate Practitioner will provide high-quality patient care, performing technical nursing tasks and assisting with assessments and care plans. Responsibilities include accurate documentation, recognizing changes in patient conditions, and supporting ward administrative tasks. The role also involves engaging in personal development and promoting a safe working environment. Ideal candidates are NMC registered, experienced in health or social care, and possess strong communication skills. They will also be committed to professional standards and capable of working within both a team environment and independently. The job offers a salary range of £25,200-£27,825 with additional benefits, including access to training and career development resources.
About us HCRG Care Group is a comprehensive healthcare provider committed to transforming health services and enhancing patient experiences. The organization prides itself on fostering a culture of innovation, backed by significant annual funding for new ideas that aim to improve service delivery and ultimately change lives through better health and care outcomes. Employees are valued highly, enjoying a range of benefits such as a supportive team environment, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to high clinical and quality standards with many services rated as 'good' or 'outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission. Joining HCRG Care Group means becoming part of a forward-thinking organization where staff contributions are encouraged and rewarded, contributing to a mission of transforming care and delivering positive patient outcomes. The group's commitment to value is complemented by practical perks like free refreshments and financial benefits such as pensions and salary enhancements.
Job description Job responsibilities
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 4 Associate Practitioner to join our dedicated team on Sapphire Ward at Gravesham Community Hospital.
Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality care to patients in a rehabilitation setting, following national and local priorities, Trust policies, and Nursing & Midwifery Council standards. This role requires NMC registration and is ideal for someone with health or social care experience who is ready to develop their clinical skills, work as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team, and make a genuine difference to patient outcomes.
Main Responsibilities: As a Band 4 Associate Practitioner you will be:
Deliver patient care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures, and professional standards as delegated by the Nurse in charge
Undertake technical nursing tasks such as dressings, glucose monitoring, and other delegated clinical procedures
Assist with patient assessments and implement care plans set by the Registered Nurse
Accurately document all care provided using EMIS and ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times
Recognise and report changes in patient condition promptly to the Nurse in charge
Support administrative and clerical tasks on the ward, including ordering stock and equipment checks
Participate in audits, surveys, and multi-disciplinary meetings
Support the induction of new staff and students
Engage in personal development through training, supervision, and appraisal
Promote the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff, and visitors, ensuring a safe working environment
Adhere to information governance, safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety requirements at all times
Please see job description for full list of responsibilities.
Ideal Candidate: We are looking for someone who:
Is NMC registered and committed to maintaining professional standards
Has previous experience in a health or social care setting (rehabilitation experience desirable)
Can work well within a team but also organise their own workload without direct supervision
Has strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient-focused approach
Is flexible to work across a seven-day rota
Is competent in IT systems and willing to learn EMIS
Can undertake a range of clinical skills, with desirable experience in venepuncture, catheter care, stoma care, and wound management
Can assess patient needs and implement care under the direction of a Registered Nurse
Can cope with occasional exposure to distressing or emotional situations while maintaining professionalism
Is committed to personal and professional development
Package Description: You will feel valued as a Band 4 Associate Practitioner within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:
A salary of£25,200.00-£27,825.00 with group pension Free tea and coffee at your base location Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with a majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NMC registration, experience in health or social care setting
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name HCRG Care Group
Address HCRG Care Group
Gravesend
DA11 0DG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)