Job summary
We are excited to offer an opportunity for a qualified Nursing Associate to join our dynamic Primary Care Network (PCN) team. This role is ideally suited to a proactive, compassionate, and skilled professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality care within a community-based setting.
As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, the Nursing Associate will support the delivery of essential clinical services, contribute to the management of long-term conditions, and promote health and wellbeing within our local population. Working under the direction of registered nurses and alongside other healthcare professionals, the post holder will play a vital role in enhancing patient care and improving outcomes across our practices.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Nursing Associate who is looking to develop their skills in primary care, make a tangible difference in patients lives, and be part of a forward-thinking and supportive network.
Main duties of the job
As a Nursing Associate in our Primary Care Network, youll support patient care across a range of clinical activitiesworking closely with registered nurses and the wider healthcare team. Youll be involved in health monitoring, supporting long-term condition management, and promoting healthier lifestyles within the community. This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on patient care and being part of a collaborative team focused on making a difference locally.
About us
Our Primary Care Network (PCN) is a collaborative group of forward-thinking GP practices working together to provide high-quality, patient-centred care to our local community. We pride ourselves on being a supportive, inclusive, and proactive team, where every members contribution is valued.
Youll be joining a diverse, multi-disciplinary workforce that includes GPs, nurses, health and wellbeing coaches, care coordinators, pharmacists, and social prescribing link workers. Our work culture is professional yet friendlywith a strong emphasis on teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.
We believe in nurturing our staff and offer excellent opportunities for personal and professional development. Youll benefit from structured support, access to CPD, flexible working arrangements where possible, and being part of a team that truly caresabout both its patients and its people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake
clinical tasks such as blood pressure monitoring, wound care, ECGs,
venepuncture, and vaccinations under direction of registered nurses.
Support
delivery of long-term condition reviews and health checks.
Deliver
health promotion and lifestyle advice.
Maintain
accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Contribute
to personalised care planning and patient education.
Participate
in MDT working, including case discussions and PCN health initiatives.
Uphold
infection control and safeguarding responsibilities.
Engage
in CPD and quality improvement activities
Undertake
any additional training as required
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake
clinical tasks such as blood pressure monitoring, wound care, ECGs,
venepuncture, and vaccinations under direction of registered nurses.
Support
delivery of long-term condition reviews and health checks.
Deliver
health promotion and lifestyle advice.
Maintain
accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Contribute
to personalised care planning and patient education.
Participate
in MDT working, including case discussions and PCN health initiatives.
Uphold
infection control and safeguarding responsibilities.
Engage
in CPD and quality improvement activities
Undertake
any additional training as required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate qualification and current NMC registration.
- Completion of Nursing Associate foundation degree.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare or clinical setting.
- Competency in delivering routine nursing procedures.
Desirable
- Experience within a general practice or community healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with primary care systems (e.g., System1)
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Organised, reliable, and patient-focused.
- Committed to ongoing learning and development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Associate qualification and current NMC registration.
- Completion of Nursing Associate foundation degree.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare or clinical setting.
- Competency in delivering routine nursing procedures.
Desirable
- Experience within a general practice or community healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with primary care systems (e.g., System1)
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Organised, reliable, and patient-focused.
- Committed to ongoing learning and development
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).
