Job summary
Join Our Team as a Nursing Associate!
Are you passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality care and making a real difference in peoples lives every day? As a Nursing Associate, you will play a vital role in supporting registered nurses and the wider healthcare team to provide safe, person-centred care. You will build meaningful relationships with patients, help with clinical tasks, monitor health and wellbeing, and contribute to care planning and delivery.
We are looking for caring, motivated individuals who are eager to grow and develop their skills in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. In return, you will receive excellent training, opportunities for career progression, and the chance to truly impact your community.
If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing journey, we'd love to have you on our team!
Main duties of the job
Deliver high-quality, compassionate, and person-centred care under the supervision of registered nurses.
Monitor, record, and report changes in patients conditions to the Clinical team.
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Carry out clinical tasks such as taking observations, performing wound care.
Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to promote health, wellbeing, and recovery.
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Maintain accurate documentation and uphold professional standards of care and confidentiality.
About us
We are a friendly and forward-thinking GP surgery located in a vibrant rural town, providing high-quality healthcare to a growing population of around 18,000 patients. Our practice is at the heart of the community combining traditional, personal patient care with a modern, innovative approach to healthcare delivery.
Our team includes dedicated GPs, practice nurses, nursing associates, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and a skilled administrative team who all work closely together to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care. We pride ourselves on our supportive, inclusive, and collaborative atmosphere, where every team members contribution is valued and professional development is actively encouraged.
At our surgery, you'll find a positive work ethic built on teamwork, respect, and a shared commitment to improving patient outcomes. We encourage open communication, continuous learning, and a healthy worklife balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
The Nursing Associate will work within their scope of practice and in accordance with the NMC Code, supported by supervision from a Senior Nurse. While core duties are outlined below, there may be occasions when other reasonable tasks are required, depending on workload and staffing.
Clinical Responsibilities
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Carry out chronic disease management reviews and support patients with long-term conditions using a holistic, person-centred approach.
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Undertake routine patient care tasks as directed by nurses or GPs, including vital signs, observations, wound care, and assisting with minor procedures.
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Administer prescribed medications (e.g. nebulisers, subcutaneous or intramuscular injections) in line with NMC standards and Patient Specific Directions.
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Support health promotion and disease prevention initiatives, including NHS Health Checks and opportunistic patient education.
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Accurately document consultations and clinical care following NMC and practice guidelines.
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Recognise and act upon signs of patient deterioration or safeguarding concerns, referring to senior staff as appropriate.
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Maintain infection prevention and control standards and assist in emergency response, including anaphylaxis and CPR.
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Chaperone patients during examinations and assist GPs with clinics (e.g. family planning, minor surgery).
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Undertake specimen collection and basic investigations such as swabs, ECGs, urine cultures, and blood glucose testing.
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Support CQC compliance, QOF recalls, and local clinical audits.
Extended Duties (Following Training)
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Perform cervical cytology and vaccination programmes (childhood, influenza, travel, etc.).
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Provide general and specific health screening and advice, referring to GPs when required.
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Monitor and manage clinical stock, refrigeration, and emergency equipment.
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Collect, store, and dispatch pathological specimens, ensuring appropriate equipment cleaning and record keeping.
Professional and Administrative Responsibilities
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Work within professional competencies and the NMC Code of Conduct.
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Record all consultations and treatment accurately in the patient record system.
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Complete required documentation for patient registration, audits, and statistical reporting.
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Attend meetings and contribute to practice discussions and development plans.
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Maintain confidentiality of all patient, staff, and organisational information.
Leadership and Teamwork
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Support the clinical governance agenda and contribute to service development.
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Identify improvements in clinical practice based on evidence and experience.
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Build effective working relationships with colleagues and partner agencies.
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Participate in local and practice-level projects or initiatives relevant to the role.
Education and Training
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Take part in induction, supervision, and continuing professional development, including annual appraisals and mandatory training (safeguarding, infection control, equality & diversity, etc.).
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Support the learning and development of Nursing Associate students, HCAs, and new team members.
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Participate in audits and research where appropriate.
Health, Safety and Safeguarding
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Promote and maintain health, safety, and security for self and others.
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Identify and report risks or hazards promptly, maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment.
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Follow infection prevention procedures and participate in annual refresher training.
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Demonstrate awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and act according to statutory and local procedures.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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Treat patients, carers, and colleagues with dignity, respect, and without discrimination.
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Uphold the rights of individuals and promote an inclusive, non-judgemental environment.
Quality and Communication
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Strive to maintain and improve quality within the practice.
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Reflect on personal and team performance, contributing to continuous improvement.
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Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues, adapting methods to meet individual needs.
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Support implementation of practice policies and participate in audits as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
The Nursing Associate will work within their scope of practice and in accordance with the NMC Code, supported by supervision from a Senior Nurse. While core duties are outlined below, there may be occasions when other reasonable tasks are required, depending on workload and staffing.
Clinical Responsibilities
-
Carry out chronic disease management reviews and support patients with long-term conditions using a holistic, person-centred approach.
-
Undertake routine patient care tasks as directed by nurses or GPs, including vital signs, observations, wound care, and assisting with minor procedures.
-
Administer prescribed medications (e.g. nebulisers, subcutaneous or intramuscular injections) in line with NMC standards and Patient Specific Directions.
-
Support health promotion and disease prevention initiatives, including NHS Health Checks and opportunistic patient education.
-
Accurately document consultations and clinical care following NMC and practice guidelines.
-
Recognise and act upon signs of patient deterioration or safeguarding concerns, referring to senior staff as appropriate.
-
Maintain infection prevention and control standards and assist in emergency response, including anaphylaxis and CPR.
-
Chaperone patients during examinations and assist GPs with clinics (e.g. family planning, minor surgery).
-
Undertake specimen collection and basic investigations such as swabs, ECGs, urine cultures, and blood glucose testing.
-
Support CQC compliance, QOF recalls, and local clinical audits.
Extended Duties (Following Training)
-
Perform cervical cytology and vaccination programmes (childhood, influenza, travel, etc.).
-
Provide general and specific health screening and advice, referring to GPs when required.
-
Monitor and manage clinical stock, refrigeration, and emergency equipment.
-
Collect, store, and dispatch pathological specimens, ensuring appropriate equipment cleaning and record keeping.
Professional and Administrative Responsibilities
-
Work within professional competencies and the NMC Code of Conduct.
-
Record all consultations and treatment accurately in the patient record system.
-
Complete required documentation for patient registration, audits, and statistical reporting.
-
Attend meetings and contribute to practice discussions and development plans.
-
Maintain confidentiality of all patient, staff, and organisational information.
Leadership and Teamwork
-
Support the clinical governance agenda and contribute to service development.
-
Identify improvements in clinical practice based on evidence and experience.
-
Build effective working relationships with colleagues and partner agencies.
-
Participate in local and practice-level projects or initiatives relevant to the role.
Education and Training
-
Take part in induction, supervision, and continuing professional development, including annual appraisals and mandatory training (safeguarding, infection control, equality & diversity, etc.).
-
Support the learning and development of Nursing Associate students, HCAs, and new team members.
-
Participate in audits and research where appropriate.
Health, Safety and Safeguarding
-
Promote and maintain health, safety, and security for self and others.
-
Identify and report risks or hazards promptly, maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment.
-
Follow infection prevention procedures and participate in annual refresher training.
-
Demonstrate awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and act according to statutory and local procedures.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
-
Treat patients, carers, and colleagues with dignity, respect, and without discrimination.
-
Uphold the rights of individuals and promote an inclusive, non-judgemental environment.
Quality and Communication
-
Strive to maintain and improve quality within the practice.
-
Reflect on personal and team performance, contributing to continuous improvement.
-
Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues, adapting methods to meet individual needs.
-
Support implementation of practice policies and participate in audits as required.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
- Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team
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- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
- Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent
Person Specification
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
- Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team
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- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
- Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
- GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent
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).