Job summary
We are very excited to be recruiting a nurse associate for the Hyndburn area. A knowledge of PCNs and what we are trying to achieve is a must in this role.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about the role of the nursing associate and the opportunity work with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver patient care. We are looking for someone who is flexible, self-motivated, willing to embrace change and be proactive in continuously improving service delivery.
Main duties of the job
Provide care for individuals with complex conditions such as dementia, mental health conditions, and learning disabilities with Learning Disabilities as a main focus
Work as part of the PCN’s Multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide and monitor care, under direct or indirect supervision
Improve safety and quality of care at every opportunity
Contribute to the delivery of integrated care
Work with the PCN MDT to ensure delivery of nursing associate duties complement existing workforce
Provide support and supervision to Training Nursing Associates, Healthcare Assistants, Apprentices, and those on learning assignments/placements as required
Support registered nurses to enable them to be able to focus on the more complex clinical care
Develop relationships across the MDT to support integration of the role across health and social care including primary care, secondary care, and mental healthPerform and record clinical observations such as blood pressure, temperature, respirations, and pulse
After undertaking additional training, provide flu vaccinations, ECGs, and venepuncture, and other relevant clinical tasks as required by the PCN, in line with the competencies of the role
About us
The
East Lancashire Alliance is a network of 47 GP practices covering a population
of over 390,000 patients across East Lancashire. Patients are at the heart of
everything we do and we pride ourselves in ensuring our patients feel safe,
supported, communicated with and respected at a time when they may be feeling
vulnerable. The Alliance are proud to represent our member practices and to
champion our Primary Care Partners, by working with local general practice and
other system partners in the provision of patient centred, local healthcare
services.
Each practice has a close-knit team of staff who collectively seek to
improve the health of their patient populations.
East Lancashire is one of the world's most innovative, original and
exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding
countryside, to the heart of the vibrant inner Towns and Villages with great
shopping, entertainment and dining options. Wherever you go you will experience
a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and
generosity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a list of general duties, please refer to the attached documentation for a full description of the role
- Maintain a professional portfolio, identifying
role and skill developments in line
with the NMC Code of professional practice.- Keep up to date with current national
developments in nursing
practice and policy
- Ensure NMC revalidation requirements are met
- To contribute to PCN
wide/departmental policies, procedures and guidelines
- Maintain a professional appearance in line with
the Hyndburn Central and Rural PCN dress code
- Uphold Hyndburn
Central and Rural PCN values
and behaviours and behave in a manner
fitting with the responsible position of the post holder, maintaining public confidence and reputation for
delivering excellent care
- Maintain professional working relationships with
staff and respect the equality and
diversity of each and every person he/she comes into contact with in the course of his/her business.
- Deliver high quality, compassionate care under
the direction of a Community Link Nurse
(or other registered care professional dependent on setting) with a
focus on promoting health and independence
- Have proficient attitudes
and behaviours compatible with NHS Values
- Work as part of a designated clinical and care
team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual
- Carry out specific
delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of Community Link Nurses or other registered care professionals
dependent on setting-·
Work within clearly defined accountability
frameworks and boundaries of limitation to provide the best possible
care in partnership with
colleagues, patients and their carers
- Develop and improve personal practical and
theoretical knowledge, competence and skills and maintain a portfolio of evidence
- Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high quality learning environments
- Communicate effectively across a wide range of
individuals, the public, and health and social
care professionals.
- Demonstrate inter-personal skills
that promote clarity,
compassion, empathy, respect and trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a list of general duties, please refer to the attached documentation for a full description of the role
- Maintain a professional portfolio, identifying
role and skill developments in line
with the NMC Code of professional practice.- Keep up to date with current national
developments in nursing
practice and policy
- Ensure NMC revalidation requirements are met
- To contribute to PCN
wide/departmental policies, procedures and guidelines
- Maintain a professional appearance in line with
the Hyndburn Central and Rural PCN dress code
- Uphold Hyndburn
Central and Rural PCN values
and behaviours and behave in a manner
fitting with the responsible position of the post holder, maintaining public confidence and reputation for
delivering excellent care
- Maintain professional working relationships with
staff and respect the equality and
diversity of each and every person he/she comes into contact with in the course of his/her business.
- Deliver high quality, compassionate care under
the direction of a Community Link Nurse
(or other registered care professional dependent on setting) with a
focus on promoting health and independence
- Have proficient attitudes
and behaviours compatible with NHS Values
- Work as part of a designated clinical and care
team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual
- Carry out specific
delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of Community Link Nurses or other registered care professionals
dependent on setting-·
Work within clearly defined accountability
frameworks and boundaries of limitation to provide the best possible
care in partnership with
colleagues, patients and their carers
- Develop and improve personal practical and
theoretical knowledge, competence and skills and maintain a portfolio of evidence
- Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high quality learning environments
- Communicate effectively across a wide range of
individuals, the public, and health and social
care professionals.
- Demonstrate inter-personal skills
that promote clarity,
compassion, empathy, respect and trust
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Associate on the NMC register
- Care Certificate
- Educated to a minimum level 5 foundation degree specific to nursing associate practice
- GCSE level 4-9 in Maths and English or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a health / care setting
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nurse Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
- IT skills appropriate to the role
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers
- Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact
- Ability to work on own initiative, be well motivated and motivate othersAbility to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
- Able to demonstrate resilience, managing personal emotions and stress
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
- Ability to engage and complete preceptorship
Desirable
- Understanding of evidence based practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Associate on the NMC register
- Care Certificate
- Educated to a minimum level 5 foundation degree specific to nursing associate practice
- GCSE level 4-9 in Maths and English or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a health / care setting
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nurse Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
- IT skills appropriate to the role
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers
- Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact
- Ability to work on own initiative, be well motivated and motivate othersAbility to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
- Able to demonstrate resilience, managing personal emotions and stress
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
- Ability to engage and complete preceptorship
Desirable
- Understanding of evidence based practice
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
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
