Train as a nurse with the RUH
There are plenty of reasons why you should come and train at the RUH, most importantly
it's a great place to learn, develop and grow. You'll also be part of an organisation which is incredibly proud to put people at the heart of what we do and create an environment where everyone knows and feels that they matter.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your nursing career to its full potential.
We work in partnership with a wide selection of universities to provide student nurse placement opportunities to ensure you can gain valuable experience in delivering exceptional, person-centred care which we pride ourselves on.
Unique clinical experience
When you come to us as a student nurse you will develop your experience in a range of clinical settings. We can offer you the opportunity to work across a range of paediatric, mental health and adult specialities.
Looking for a student placement at the RUH?
At the RUH we offer placements with the following Universities:
Bournemouth, Brighton, Coventry, Open University, Oxford Brookes, Plymouth, Gloucester, University of the West of England (UWE) and Winchester.
Elective placements are offered throughout the year for a minimum period of two weeks and up to three months for a minimum of 15 hours/per week.
All applicants must be able competent to undertake observations such as temperature, pulse, manual blood pressure and be up-to-date with mandatory training.
Places are limited, therefore we ask students to provide us with a minimum of eight weeks advanced notice.
The RUH will provide supervision and feedback, but will not complete final assessments.
The best way to submit your elective placement request is via the link below:
If you have a question or would like more information please email our Practice Education Team: ruh-tr.practiceeducation@nhs.net
Supporting our students
Our committed team of Practice Assessors ensure that all of our pre-registration nurses are supported whilst in practice. We also have a dedicated Student Practice Facilitator team to provide additional support and many areas have Collaborative Learning in Practice (CLiP) champions who use CLiP and coaching as a model of supervision.
Weekly Student Clinics
This is a great opportunity for students of all cohorts to come together and reflect on their practice using peer support to guide through any challenges or questions. It is also an opportunity to raise concerns and/or suggest new ideas.
How to apply
If you have any questions about becoming a Nursing Associate at our Trust please contact our Recruitment department at ruh-tr.practiceeducation@nhs.net
If you would like further advice on your career development please contact the Education Centre main reception on 01225 825502 and ask to be put through to an available member of the Apprenticeship and Career Engagement Team.
Travel and Sustainability
Not sure how to get to the RUH? You can get here by bus, train or bicycle, or on foot - the Newbridge Park and Ride is within walking distance. There is travel support for students and this is available in the following ways:
- Access discounted bus tickets for services across Bristol, Bath and the West - to sign up to the First Bus Commuter Travel Club please click this link
- 'Join My Journey' initiatives:
- E-bike loan
- Park and stride
- Voi e-scooters 50% discount 'Voi heroes' - with NHS discount
- EV chargers – we currently have four charging points at the RUH
For more information on student allowances please see:
Healthcare studies more affordable as financial support increased - GOV.UK
Kindness & Civility at the RUH
At the RUH we want to create a compassionate and inclusive culture with civility being at the heart of everything we do.
To help start conversations about civility we have a number of resources available, along with a full RUH Kindness and Civility Guide. This includes practical tools and tips to help start conversations about civility. You can use one or a few of them depending on the situation.
Completion of Training
Upon completing your training and receiving your NMC pin, we would love you to become part of our nursing team and come and work with us. When you join us as a newly-qualified nurse you will be invited to take part in our preceptorship programme after our induction programme.
Here's some more reasons why you should come and work with us:
- The RUH is a great place for you to start your career – we provide care for 500,000 people in our local area, perform 4,300 operations a year, we have over 750 beds, treat over 3,100 cancers year, support 4,500 births a year and have 30+ clinical services
- Onsite restaurants, pharmacy and shop, discounts with local shops, bars and restaurants
- Health and wellbeing programme, we even have an outdoor heated pool
- Fantastic location in the south west. Bath has a range of restaurants, independent shops, inspiring Georgian architecture, cultural and sporting venues, theatres, pubs and trendy bars. You can find out more about living in the historic and beautiful city of Bath here
- Excellent public transport links to Bristol, London and the South West
How to find our nursing vacancies
Our job vacancies are advertised here:
If you would like some help or advice with finding your first nursing role at the RUH please email the Practice Education Team at ruh-tr.practiceeducation@nhs.net