This article examines the new role of the nursing associate in the UK and concludes that, from examining the information as yet published the key question that remains is how the nursing associate will fit into specialist teams. The lack of transparency related to the education curriculum and the trepidations that this workforce are in some way being seen as the answer to the shortage of registered nurses exacerbate concerns. The NMC have clearly highlighted that they will be responsible for professional regulation however It will fall to employers and system regulators to ensure that the role is deployed safely and effectively. Moving forward there is a need for some clear clarification and guidance and for national equity within the role.
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