Job summary
The Walsall PCN Networks are recruiting for several Nurse Associates to cover multiple Walsall PCNs.
The post holder will assist the GPs and Practice Nurse
Team in the delivery of the care management of the practice population.
The post holder will work under indirect supervision of the PCN Clinical
Director / GP / Nursing Team within each GP practice and undertake tasks and
duties delegated by the GP Practices within the PCN or a suitably qualified
regulated professional.
They will work collaboratively with the general
practice team to meet the needs of patients, following policies and procedures
while providing supervision to more junior staff such as apprentices.
Listing might close early due to high demand of applications.
Main duties of the job
Demonstrate
sensitive communication styles to ensure patients are fully informed and
consent to treatment.
Communicate
effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative
methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding,
cultural background and preferred ways of communicating.
Anticipate
barriers to communication and take action to improve communication.
Estimate
and maintain effective communication with individuals and groups within the
practice.
All
staff should recognise the importance of effective communication within the
team and will strive to.
communicate
effectively with other team members.
communicate
effectively with patients and carers.
recognise
peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond
accordingly.
Be aware of
and, if appropriate, assist in current clinical audit
Contribute
to the preparation of local guidelines, protocols and standards
Work with
colleagues in the team on the development of current and new services and other
initiatives.
Be aware of
current approaches, including research, to the management of patient care
within general practice
Maintain
training and development for any national registers.
Full duties in JD.
About us
OurNet Health
Services Ltd aim to further improve access, availability and quality of primary
care services to local people. OurNet provide services and support for the 5 Walsall Primary Care Networks (PCNs), including recruiting and employing the
PCN ARRS workforce.
At
OurNet we have an enthusiastic team of clinicians and
administrators. There role will contribute to improving the quality of
care for our patients across the borough.
Individual employees of the PCN / Practice have an equal
responsibility, along with managers and supervisors, for maintaining safe
working practices for the health and safety of themselves and other persons who
may be affected by their acts or omissions at work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake, record and follow guidelines for the tasks
for which you have received appropriate training:
Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for
investigation by the pathology laboratory
Measuring and recording following physiological
measurements in routine presentations:
blood
pressure
pulse
rate and rhythm
temperature
height
and weight - body mass index
venepuncture
ECG
glucose
tolerance test
peak
flow readings
inhaler
technique
spirometry
NHS
Health Checks
Diabetic
checks
flu/pneumo
vaccinations
shingles
& nasal flu immunisations
ear
irrigation
wound
care
ARTP
Spirometry ( following accredited training).
Childhood
Immunisations ( following accredited training).
Cervical
Screening ( following accredited training).
Support and monitor patients during nebulisation
therapy.
Undertake and interpret Spirometry under indirect
supervision.
Undertake and interpret Reversibility studies to
support the diagnosis of common respiratory conditions.
Prepare and maintain environments and equipment
before, during and after patient care interventions.
Assist regulated professional while patients
undergoing minor surgery.
Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being,
and how it can be promoted.
Give accurate and appropriate information to patients
and groups within own competence.
Undertake simple dressing procedures following local
recommendations and using aseptic techniques.
Where appropriate, provide support and encouragement
to self-manage their conditions.
Have a basic understanding of long term conditions
including diagnostic.
interventions, treatments, and the principles of care
and self-management.
Plan, develop and implement health promotion
activities as appropriate e.g. smoking, exercise and diet.
Assess patients readiness to change and provide
motivational support as appropriate in cases of smoking, obesity and healthy
living for older people.
To administer the influenza, B12, shingles and
pneumococcal vaccine under indirect supervision of a regulated professional
To gain the underpinning knowledge and practical
skills to administer basic life support or adrenaline if necessary.
Record information and activities undertaken with
patients and carers in an accurate and timely fashion using manual or computer
systems as appropriate.
Inputs accurate Read codes about patients to ensure
accurate.
retrieval of information for monitoring and auditing processes.
The information supplied above is
intended to summarise the key responsibilities and duties of the role. The post holder may be required from time to
time to carry out other reasonable requests and duties as required, consistent
with the responsibilities of the grade.
Maintain confidentiality or information relating to
patients, relatives, staff and the practice.
Take the necessary precautions when transmitting
information.
Carry out regular stock control of medical equipment
& supplies in consulting and treatment
rooms.
All staff with familiarise
themselves with PCN Practices policies, procedures and protocols relating to
their service and work within the guidelines at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake, record and follow guidelines for the tasks
for which you have received appropriate training:
Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for
investigation by the pathology laboratory
Measuring and recording following physiological
measurements in routine presentations:
blood
pressure
pulse
rate and rhythm
temperature
height
and weight - body mass index
venepuncture
ECG
glucose
tolerance test
peak
flow readings
inhaler
technique
spirometry
NHS
Health Checks
Diabetic
checks
flu/pneumo
vaccinations
shingles
& nasal flu immunisations
ear
irrigation
wound
care
ARTP
Spirometry ( following accredited training).
Childhood
Immunisations ( following accredited training).
Cervical
Screening ( following accredited training).
Support and monitor patients during nebulisation
therapy.
Undertake and interpret Spirometry under indirect
supervision.
Undertake and interpret Reversibility studies to
support the diagnosis of common respiratory conditions.
Prepare and maintain environments and equipment
before, during and after patient care interventions.
Assist regulated professional while patients
undergoing minor surgery.
Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being,
and how it can be promoted.
Give accurate and appropriate information to patients
and groups within own competence.
Undertake simple dressing procedures following local
recommendations and using aseptic techniques.
Where appropriate, provide support and encouragement
to self-manage their conditions.
Have a basic understanding of long term conditions
including diagnostic.
interventions, treatments, and the principles of care
and self-management.
Plan, develop and implement health promotion
activities as appropriate e.g. smoking, exercise and diet.
Assess patients readiness to change and provide
motivational support as appropriate in cases of smoking, obesity and healthy
living for older people.
To administer the influenza, B12, shingles and
pneumococcal vaccine under indirect supervision of a regulated professional
To gain the underpinning knowledge and practical
skills to administer basic life support or adrenaline if necessary.
Record information and activities undertaken with
patients and carers in an accurate and timely fashion using manual or computer
systems as appropriate.
Inputs accurate Read codes about patients to ensure
accurate.
retrieval of information for monitoring and auditing processes.
The information supplied above is
intended to summarise the key responsibilities and duties of the role. The post holder may be required from time to
time to carry out other reasonable requests and duties as required, consistent
with the responsibilities of the grade.
Maintain confidentiality or information relating to
patients, relatives, staff and the practice.
Take the necessary precautions when transmitting
information.
Carry out regular stock control of medical equipment
& supplies in consulting and treatment
rooms.
All staff with familiarise
themselves with PCN Practices policies, procedures and protocols relating to
their service and work within the guidelines at all times.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- >Has undertaken the 2 year Foundation Degree Nursing Associate course.
- > Registered with the NMC and revalidation is undertaken in line with NMC requirements.
- >Has a minimum of GCSE Maths and English (A to C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- >Has undertaken the 2 year Foundation Degree Nursing Associate course.
- > Registered with the NMC and revalidation is undertaken in line with NMC requirements.
- >Has a minimum of GCSE Maths and English (A to C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
