Job summary
DHC is a successful GP Federation committed to supporting GP services throughout Surrey.
We currently have an excellent opportunity for a qualified Nurse Associate to join our successful clinical team at Brockwood Medical Practice.
The ideal candidate will have a strong enthusiasm for working in primary care and possess outstanding clinical skills.
We screen and shortlist suitable candidates as
applications are received. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and
without notice if we fill the position. Therefore, we encourage early
applications to avoid disappointment.
Main duties of the job
The Nurse
associate will provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients
within the primary care setting.
The role focuses on delivering chronic disease
management, preventive health services, health promotion, and supporting the
wider multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of the practice population.
The
successful candidate will be part of the friendly team at Brockwood Medical
Practice and will receive appropriate training, support and supervision.
They
will assist with education and support of other healthcare professionals as
appropriate.
About us
DHC (Dorking Healthcare) has grown out of a collaboration of Dorking GP practices to become an NHS provider organisation that serves the population of Surrey.
Our services cover primary care, community health, outpatient services (including diagnostics and procedures) and mental health (Talking Therapies).
With a strong, shared vision, we have been able to raise standards and bring about real change in the way NHS services are managed locally.
DHC is a flexible and forward-thinking employer, we offer competitive benefits:
The benefits we offer include:
- Competitive salaries
- Membership of the NHS pension scheme
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunities for training, development and career progression
- Some of our sites have free on-site parking (subject to availability)
- We aim to be an employer of choice and conduct annual staff satisfaction surveys
DHC actively encourage and promotes diversity, ensures all voices are heard and included and is committed to equal opportunities for all.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
The Nursing Associate is a member of the primary care nursing team
who works under the direction of Registered Nurses and GPs to deliver
highquality, compassionate, and patientcentred care. The role bridges the gap
between Healthcare Assistants and Registered Nurses, supporting clinical
workstreams, longterm condition management, health promotion, and routine
patient care.
Key Responsibilities
A. Clinical Responsibilities
Carry out a wide range of delegated clinical duties within the scope
of practice, including:
- Wound care and dressings
- Basic health checks (e.g., blood pressure,
BMI, pulse)
- Phlebotomy
- ECG recording
- Urinalysis and simple diagnostic tests
- NHS Health Checks (within competency)
Support chronic disease monitoring under supervision, such as:
- Blood pressure reviews
- Asthma/COPD annual reviews (baseline data
collection)
- Diabetes recall and structured assessments
Administer immunisations and vaccinations (if trained and signed
off), including:
- Seasonal influenza
- COVID19 (dependent on training)
- Routine adult immunisations
Support cervical screening by assisting with admin/recall (if not
screening trained).
Provide personalised care and support, including lifestyle advice,
smoking cessation, and health promotion.
B. Patient Support & Health Promotion
-
Promote self-management and wellbeing in line with personalised
care principles.
-
Offer evidence-based lifestyle guidance on diet, physical activity,
alcohol use, and smoking.
-
Participate in national and local public health initiatives.
C. Professional Practice & Governance
-
Work within the NMC Code and the Nursing Associate Standards of
Proficiency.
-
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records using practice
clinical systems (EMIS/SystmOne).
-
Follow practice policies on safeguarding, infection prevention,
medicines management, and coldchain protocols.
-
Participate in audits, quality improvement activities, and
significant event reviews.
D. Team Working
-
Work collaboratively with Registered Nurses, GPs, HCAs,
pharmacists, paramedic practitioners, and the wider MDT.
-
Escalate concerns, abnormal findings, or deteriorating patients
promptly to a senior clinician.
-
Contribute to practice meetings, planning, and service development.
E. Personal & Professional Development
-
Maintain NMC registration and complete annual CPD/revalidation
requirements.
-
Engage in mandatory training and clinical upskilling.
-
Work towards developing competencies for enhanced tasks where
agreed (e.g., long-term condition management clinics, cervical cytology).
General Duties
-
Maintain high standards of infection control and cleanliness.
-
Ensure patient dignity, privacy, and respect at all times.
-
Participate in safeguarding procedures for children and vulnerable
adults.
-
Support practice initiatives such as QOF, IIF, enhanced services,
and vaccination campaigns.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
The Nursing Associate is a member of the primary care nursing team
who works under the direction of Registered Nurses and GPs to deliver
highquality, compassionate, and patientcentred care. The role bridges the gap
between Healthcare Assistants and Registered Nurses, supporting clinical
workstreams, longterm condition management, health promotion, and routine
patient care.
Key Responsibilities
A. Clinical Responsibilities
Carry out a wide range of delegated clinical duties within the scope
of practice, including:
- Wound care and dressings
- Basic health checks (e.g., blood pressure,
BMI, pulse)
- Phlebotomy
- ECG recording
- Urinalysis and simple diagnostic tests
- NHS Health Checks (within competency)
Support chronic disease monitoring under supervision, such as:
- Blood pressure reviews
- Asthma/COPD annual reviews (baseline data
collection)
- Diabetes recall and structured assessments
Administer immunisations and vaccinations (if trained and signed
off), including:
- Seasonal influenza
- COVID19 (dependent on training)
- Routine adult immunisations
Support cervical screening by assisting with admin/recall (if not
screening trained).
Provide personalised care and support, including lifestyle advice,
smoking cessation, and health promotion.
B. Patient Support & Health Promotion
-
Promote self-management and wellbeing in line with personalised
care principles.
-
Offer evidence-based lifestyle guidance on diet, physical activity,
alcohol use, and smoking.
-
Participate in national and local public health initiatives.
C. Professional Practice & Governance
-
Work within the NMC Code and the Nursing Associate Standards of
Proficiency.
-
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records using practice
clinical systems (EMIS/SystmOne).
-
Follow practice policies on safeguarding, infection prevention,
medicines management, and coldchain protocols.
-
Participate in audits, quality improvement activities, and
significant event reviews.
D. Team Working
-
Work collaboratively with Registered Nurses, GPs, HCAs,
pharmacists, paramedic practitioners, and the wider MDT.
-
Escalate concerns, abnormal findings, or deteriorating patients
promptly to a senior clinician.
-
Contribute to practice meetings, planning, and service development.
E. Personal & Professional Development
-
Maintain NMC registration and complete annual CPD/revalidation
requirements.
-
Engage in mandatory training and clinical upskilling.
-
Work towards developing competencies for enhanced tasks where
agreed (e.g., long-term condition management clinics, cervical cytology).
General Duties
-
Maintain high standards of infection control and cleanliness.
-
Ensure patient dignity, privacy, and respect at all times.
-
Participate in safeguarding procedures for children and vulnerable
adults.
-
Support practice initiatives such as QOF, IIF, enhanced services,
and vaccination campaigns.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Competency in basic clinical observations, wound care, phlebotomy, and health checks
Desirable
- Experience in a community, primary care, or acute care setting.
- Experience working in general practice.
- Experience using SystmOne.
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate qualification (foundation degree).
- NMC registration as a Nursing Associate.
Desirable
- Additional clinical training (e.g., vaccinations, chronic disease modules, ECGs).
- Mentor/assessor training (for supervising trainees/apprentices)
Key Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Safe, patientcentred clinical practice.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently within scope and as part of a team.
- Organised and able to prioritise workload.
- Compassionate and professional manner.
- Willingness to learn and develop further skills
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Competency in basic clinical observations, wound care, phlebotomy, and health checks
Desirable
- Experience in a community, primary care, or acute care setting.
- Experience working in general practice.
- Experience using SystmOne.
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate qualification (foundation degree).
- NMC registration as a Nursing Associate.
Desirable
- Additional clinical training (e.g., vaccinations, chronic disease modules, ECGs).
- Mentor/assessor training (for supervising trainees/apprentices)
Key Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Safe, patientcentred clinical practice.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently within scope and as part of a team.
- Organised and able to prioritise workload.
- Compassionate and professional manner.
- Willingness to learn and develop further skills
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).
