Job summary
The post holder is a Nurse Associate registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
They are required to act within their professional boundaries, supporting and working
alongside a multi-disciplinary team within general practice.
The post holder will contribute to providing nursing care to patients registered in the GP
practice.
The post holder will focus on assuming a lead role in specified areas, e.g., vocational and
employment advice to patients, activities coordination, assisting in individual and therapeutic
group work. Work with the qualified nurses to deliver individual treatment packages with an
emphasis on collaborative care that focuses on recovery and the need to work towards
discharge where appropriate. The post holder will work with other members of the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to both organise and facilitate care appropriate to the individual
needs of the patient.
Main duties of the job
MUST BE WILLING TO UNDERGO BABY IMMS & CYTOLOGY TRAINING
To engage in positive relationships with patients/carers/families and other staff based on
respect and within appropriate boundaries.
To act in a professional capacity at all times.
To be able to set therapeutic limits with patients, carers or relatives.
To be able to communicate with the patient about care planning risk assessment needs.
Communicate complex and sensitive information verbally and in writing.
Actively contribute during handovers to meet the care needs of patients.
Actively contribute to staff meetings
To be able to confidently and accurately convene patient information in the role of an
associate nurse for MDT meetings.
To be able to articulate an understanding of MDT structures and members roles.
To formulate care plans under the supervision of registered staff.
To communicate risk issues as they arise to ensure safe care.
To communicate concerns relating to patient behaviour or mental state to other members
of the multidisciplinary team
About us
The practice consists of 1 main site and 3 branch sites, including Mexborough. Staff are expected to work at main and branch sites.
We are a national award winning practice with high clinical standards.
We have under 40 staff including 10 GPs, 2 practice nurses, 3 HCA's, 3 x Practice pharmacist, 2 x Practice pharmacy technician, MSK practitioners.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties
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Undertake routine clinical procedures in line with training and competency, including:
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Blood pressure monitoring
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Venepuncture
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ECG recording
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Wound care and dressings
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Injections and immunisations (where trained and competent)
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Health checks and long-term condition monitoring
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Support chronic disease management clinics (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD) under supervision
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Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in a patients condition, escalating concerns to a registered clinician
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Maintain accurate and timely patient records using the clinical system (SystmOne)
Patient Care and Communication
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Provide safe, compassionate, and person-centred care
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Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and the wider healthcare team
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Promote health education and self-care to patients
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Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Team Working
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Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, and the wider primary care team
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Contribute to a positive, supportive team environment
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Participate in clinical meetings and training as required
Governance and Professional Practice
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Work within the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct
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Maintain registration as a Nursing Associate with the NMC
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Take responsibility for personal professional development and mandatory training
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Adhere to infection prevention and control, safeguarding, and health & safety policies
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Participate in audits and quality improvement activities where appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties
-
Undertake routine clinical procedures in line with training and competency, including:
-
Blood pressure monitoring
-
Venepuncture
-
ECG recording
-
Wound care and dressings
-
Injections and immunisations (where trained and competent)
-
Health checks and long-term condition monitoring
-
Support chronic disease management clinics (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD) under supervision
-
Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in a patients condition, escalating concerns to a registered clinician
-
Maintain accurate and timely patient records using the clinical system (SystmOne)
Patient Care and Communication
-
Provide safe, compassionate, and person-centred care
-
Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and the wider healthcare team
-
Promote health education and self-care to patients
-
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Team Working
-
Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, and the wider primary care team
-
Contribute to a positive, supportive team environment
-
Participate in clinical meetings and training as required
Governance and Professional Practice
-
Work within the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct
-
Maintain registration as a Nursing Associate with the NMC
-
Take responsibility for personal professional development and mandatory training
-
Adhere to infection prevention and control, safeguarding, and health & safety policies
-
Participate in audits and quality improvement activities where appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Ability to work within scope of practice and recognise own limitations
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic IT skills and ability to use clinical systems
- Commitment to patient-centred care and confidentiality
- Willingness to train to complete Cervical Screening and Childhood Immunisations
Desirable
- Experience working in primary care or GP practice
- Experience with chronic disease monitoring
- Knowledge of QOF and primary care pathways
- Phlebotomy and vaccination experience
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate evidenced based knowledge in the main physical health problems that adult patients may present with i.e., high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, epilepsy, respiratory issues, constipation, lack of personal hygiene, including foot care.
- Demonstrate an ability to complete on-going monitoring templates and health assessments with the support from other members of the team.
- To understand the concept of verbal and non-verbal communication and be able use the skills at the desired level.
- Has an understanding of risk behaviours and risk management.
- Understanding of incident reporting.
Desirable
- Planning and Organisational Skills
- Work as a supervised primary nurse, planning, co-ordinating and implementing care to patients.
- Can facilitate/co-facilitate group activities that focus on health promotion or social activity.
- To be able to plan and manage workload.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Ability to work within scope of practice and recognise own limitations
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic IT skills and ability to use clinical systems
- Commitment to patient-centred care and confidentiality
- Willingness to train to complete Cervical Screening and Childhood Immunisations
Desirable
- Experience working in primary care or GP practice
- Experience with chronic disease monitoring
- Knowledge of QOF and primary care pathways
- Phlebotomy and vaccination experience
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate evidenced based knowledge in the main physical health problems that adult patients may present with i.e., high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, epilepsy, respiratory issues, constipation, lack of personal hygiene, including foot care.
- Demonstrate an ability to complete on-going monitoring templates and health assessments with the support from other members of the team.
- To understand the concept of verbal and non-verbal communication and be able use the skills at the desired level.
- Has an understanding of risk behaviours and risk management.
- Understanding of incident reporting.
Desirable
- Planning and Organisational Skills
- Work as a supervised primary nurse, planning, co-ordinating and implementing care to patients.
- Can facilitate/co-facilitate group activities that focus on health promotion or social activity.
- To be able to plan and manage workload.
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).
