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Jo Rixon

Director of Nurse Education, School of Life and Health Sciences, University of Roehampton

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Maintaining patient safety in medication administration

Despite being a relatively new professional role, the Registered Nursing Associate (RNA) has a key part to play, working alongside registered nurses and other healthcare staff, to ensure patient...

Creating an effective personal statement for RNAs

In the first instance when considering a new job, it is important to be sure it is what you want and where you want to work. If it is with a new employer, do your research: find out about its values...

Career planning for the RNA: a blueprint for success

The RNA role was first introduced in 2017. Six years on, it is important to recognise that the role has developed, with the first learners joining the NMC register in 2019 and with new career...

Supporting learners as a registered nursing associate

The registered nursing associate (RNA) plays a vital role in supporting and supervising learners from a range of health professions. An RNA is qualified to provide patient-centred care while working...

Delivering evidence-based care for the registered nursing associate

‘Evidence based practice is an approach to decision making in which the clinician uses the best evidence available, in consultation with the patient, to decide upon the option which suits the patient...

The leadership role and development for the registered nursing associate

‘Leadership is considered a multifaceted process that inspires, influences and motivates individuals towards a common goal … a positive workplace culture that supports the delivery of effective,...

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