Nurse Associate

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist and perform routine nursing tasks related to patient care, such as routine BP checks, ECG, suture and clip removal, BMI and lifestyle advice.

To develop and implement agreed wound care plans, following local and national evidence-based guidelines, inclusive of the treatment of minor traumatic wounds within own level of competency.

Following recognised Leg Ulcer management training and the completion of competencies, to undertake leg ulcer care and compression bandaging, following agreed care plans in line with local/practice policy.

Following training and competency assessment, to undertake adult NHS immunisation programmes and ensure vaccines/injections are administrated under patient group directives or patient specific direction.

Following training and competency assessment, to undertake cervical screening tests

To undertake administration of prescribed medicines via oral, IM, SC routes, following competency-based training and practice policy.

To undertake the collection of pathological & microbiology specimens including venepuncture, swabs, urine culture in line with local guidelines

To support chronic disease management undertaking preliminary investigations for Type 2 diabetes patients, such as foot checks and with the view of undertaking further training in the future to deliver full reviews if appropriate courses become available.

To undertake any investigatory test, such as automated Dopplers and Spirometry, taking basic history and referring patients to relevant clinician for interpretation/ planning of care.

To be able to provide appropriate self-care advice for patients presenting with minor illness within own level of competency and referring to GP/ANP where appropriate.

Chaperone and assist patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.

To assist GPs with minor surgery and well women procedures.

To maintain effective infection control measures in line with local guidelines and practice policy.

To be able to recognise and manage anaphylaxis, according to the current UK Resuscitation Council guidelines.

Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and medication.

Maintain adequate stock within the treatment room and assist with the re-stocking of other clinical rooms as required.

To participate in developments within the practice and support QOF requirements.

Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes and on computers, as per NMC code.

Attend and actively participate in practice meetings as required.

Awareness of statutory protection procedures including referral and recognition of signs and symptoms of child abuse.

Awareness of referral mechanisms for mental health issues, family violence, vulnerable adults and addictive behaviours.

Actively take part in mandatory and internalexternal training as requested.

To be registered with the NMC. Work in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and Scope of Practice for Nursing Associates

Adhere to and follow all policies and protocols as listed in the Staff Handbook and contract

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• -Experience of working within a healthcare setting prior to foundation degree training.
• -Able to give lifestyle advice and promote self-care.
• -Wound care knowledge
• -Knowledge of National immunisation and screening programmes
• -Ability to undertake clinical skills relevant to primary care, such as ECG, venepuncture, suture removal, urinalysis and swab taking.
• -Maintain accurate and comprehensive records
• -Understands principles of Clinical Governance
• -Fluency in written and spoken English
• -Good communication skills
• -A team player who contributes to and facilitates decision-making and develops trust as part of a multidisciplinary team
• -Enhanced DBS clearance
• -Strong IT skills
• -Willingness to undertake ongoing training as necessary
• -Excellent organisational abilities
• -Effective communications skills

Desirable

• -Preferably experience of working within a Primary Care setting.
• -Experience of working with the EMIS clinical system
• -Working knowledge of any area of Chronic Disease management
• -Leg Ulcer management knowledge
• -Spirometry/Doppler skills and competency.
• -Completed training to be able to administrate injections following PGD/PSD

Qualifications

Essential

• Foundation degree Registered Nursing Associate
• NMC Registration

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

Fireclay Health

Address

Bellevue Road

St. George

Bristol

BS5 7PH

Employer's website

https://Fireclayhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)