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East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Registered Nursing Associate Review

at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Degree Apprenticeship

Healthcare

Colchester

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

4.4 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
The role is designed to bridge a gap between healthcare assistants and registered nurses. This position focuses on providing high quality care and support patients while working under the supervision of registered nurses. Key responsibilities include; Patient care, monitoring health, Assisting with procedures, documenting, medication support, emotional support and collaboration among others.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
to a very big extent

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, I have learnt many new skills

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The structure is well organised
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I get good support from my employer
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I get good support from the training provider
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
the course is designed to facilitate skills development, skills that are crucial for my role.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Yes, but I am limited by time

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust to a friend?
Yes
Why?
ESNEFT has a reputation of growing their staff. There is access to a variety of educational resources, and staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust?
To prepare well for the interviews, and to be patient and persistent.
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