Student Nursing Associate (SNA)

Role Description

A Student Nursing Associate (SNA) is a Nursing Associate in training.

The SNA, once qualified, will help bridge the gap between Healthcare Assistants and Registered Nurses within the nursing team.

The SNA works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

A few of the skills that the Student Nursing Associate will be able to safely demonstrate on qualification are:

Prior to undertaking the SNA qualification, individuals will be required to have the following:

Nursing & Midwifery Health Council (NMC) - registration recorded with the NMC and receive a PIN

Day to day and regular supervision by an NMC registered nurse, midwife, or other registered healthcare professional.
An NMC registered Practice Assessor will be required. The practice assessor must be qualified as a Nursing Associate or above, the assessor is not required to work at the same GP practice as the SNA.

Support and guidance on application process for the prospective SNA and employer
Access to peer support
SNA apprenticeship (support throughout training)
Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (RNDA) - guidance post NA qualification
Access to online courses and workshops on various topics related to nursing.
Tools and resources for improving communication and professional skills.
Best practices and guidelines for NAs.
Networking opportunities with other (SNAs) NAs and healthcare professionals.
Continued education and professional development opportunities.