Nursing Associate

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursing Associate looking for a rewarding opportunity in a busy and friendly primary care setting?

Our well-established GP practice in North Manchester, serving approximately 14,000 patients, is seeking a motivated Nursing Associate to join our collaborative team. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality patient care and fostering a supportive environment for our staff.

The Role:

As a Nursing Associate, you will play a vital role in delivering patient-centered care under the supervision of our experienced nursing team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing routine health checks and assessments.
• Administering vaccinations and medications as per protocol.

• Managing long-term conditions under the direction of the nursing team.

• Taking blood samples and other clinical observations.

• Educating patients on health promotion and self-management.

• Assisting in the sexual health clinic, and performing smears once trained

• Contributing to the smooth running of clinics and supporting the wider practice team.
• Allocated administration time to support your role.

About You:

Ideally, you will have previous experience working as a Nursing Associate within primary care. However, we highly value transferable skills and a strong commitment to learning. If you are a compassionate and proactive individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, we are willing to invest in your training and development.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive Training Practice:We are a dedicated training practice with a strong focus on continuous professional development. You will receive excellent mentorship and support from our experienced Nurse Lead and the wider clinical team.
• Positive Patient Feedback:We consistently receive positive feedback from our patients, reflecting the high standard of care and supportive atmosphere within our practice.
• Agenda for Change (AfC):We offer terms and conditions in line with the Agenda for Change framework.
• Negotiable Pay:For candidates seeking a standard contract, salary is negotiable based on experience.
• Staff Benefits:Enjoy the convenience of a private car park, the provision of a uniform, dedicated administration time, and access to a comfortable staff room with cooking facilities, and complimentary tea and coffee.
• Friendly and Collaborative Team:You will be joining a welcoming and supportive team dedicated to providing the best possible care for our patients.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and are looking for a fulfilling role in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your skills and experience to vfuller@nhs.net

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• professional registration

Desirable

• experience working as a nursing associate within primary care

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Collegiate Medical Centre

Address

407 Cheetham Hill Road

Cheetham Hill

Manchester

Lancashire

M8 0DA

Employer's website

http://collegiatemanchester.com/drupal/ (Opens in a new tab)