Job summary
The
Nursing Associate will support the nursing team and GPs in providing care to patients
at Northfield Medical Centre. The individual will be required to work
collaboratively within the whole practice team ensuring that the care delivered
to patients is relevant, responsive, of the highest standard and is clinically
effective and efficient.
To
contribute to improving quality standards and to work within the framework of
the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice to
ensure that the best possible care is given to the practice population.
Main duties of the job
Carry
out long term condition annual health reviews delegated by a supervising nurse
or senior colleague.
To
be able to take observations and identify signs of deterioration and report
these appropriately. This may include but not be limited to pulse, blood
pressure, respirations, oxygen saturations, peak flow, blood glucose, nutrition,
and hydration.
Undertake
pathology requests. For example: phlebotomy, urine culture and swabs.
Undertake
wound care and management as required.
Administer
medications as prescribed and in accordance with NMC standards, e.g., via
nebuliser or injections using sub-cutaneous or intramuscular route under
Patient Specific Directions
Following
agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate
assist in the assessment, planning and development, implementation, and
evaluation of programmes to promote health and well-being and prevent adverse
effects on health and well-being.
Deliver
opportunistic health promotion using opportunities such as NHS Health Checks.
Document
Consultations accurately and appropriately, according to NMC guidelines.
Ensure
awareness of statutory and local clinical adult and children safeguarding
protection procedures, including systems of referral. Ability to recognise
signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect.
Ensure
all mandatory training is completed on an annual basis including safeguarding,
confidentiality, equality, and diversity, etc.
About us
We are a teaching and training practice with 9 GPs, 5 Practice Nurses, 3 Healthcare Assistants, 1 Nurse Associate, 2 Nurse Practitioners, 2 Physician Associates, Physiotherapists, Clinical Pharmacists, a Pharmacy Technician, Social Prescriber and a very supportive administrative team.
Northfield Medical Centre has a holistic approach to patient centred care using a multidisciplinary team approach.
We pride ourselves on providing the best care for our patients and offering mentorship/development support for those who work with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Responsibilities
Carry
out long term condition annual health reviews delegated by a supervising nurse
or senior colleague.
To
be able to take observations and identify signs of deterioration and report
these appropriately. This may include but not be limited to pulse, blood
pressure, respirations, oxygen saturations, peak flow, blood glucose, nutrition,
and hydration.
Undertake
pathology requests. For example: phlebotomy, urine culture and swabs.
Undertake
wound care and management as required.
Administer
medications as prescribed and in accordance with NMC standards, e.g., via
nebuliser or injections using sub-cutaneous or intramuscular route under
Patient Specific Directions
Following
agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate
assist in the assessment, planning and development, implementation, and
evaluation of programmes to promote health and well-being and prevent adverse
effects on health and well-being.
Deliver
opportunistic health promotion using opportunities such as NHS Health Checks.
Document
Consultations accurately and appropriately, according to NMC guidelines.
Ensure
awareness of statutory and local clinical adult and children safeguarding
protection procedures, including systems of referral. Ability to recognise
signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect.
Ensure
all mandatory training is completed on an annual basis including safeguarding,
confidentiality, equality, and diversity, etc.
Recognise
and manage anaphylaxis according to current UK guidelines.
Be
able to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation according to current UK
guidelines.
Obtain
and document informed consent (either written or verbal), as required.
Ensure
infection prevention and control guidelines are maintained.
Chaperone
and assist patients, where appropriate, who are being examined by another
clinician.
Ensure
confidentiality of information gained at work is preserved at all times.
Assist
in practice audits, CQC compliance evidence and QOF recalls.
Participate
and contribute towards any local incentive project relevant to the role.
Additional Tasks Following Training and
Support
Cervical
Cytology
Adult
and Childhood Immunisations and Vaccinations
Administrative and Professional Responsibilities
Recognise
and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by
the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Ensure
accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the
patients notes on the clinical computer system as appropriate.
Attend
and participate in meetings as required.
Ensure
effective relationships and communications with colleagues and other agencies.
Identify
potential changes to clinical practice that are required to implement
evidence-based guidelines.
Contribute
towards the education and training of phlebotomist, health care assistants and
those new to Primary care roles.
Advise
patients on general health care with referral to GPs as necessary.
Ability
to monitor and manage maintenance of stock and equipment to include
refrigeration and emergency equipment.
Participate
in audit where appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Responsibilities
Carry
out long term condition annual health reviews delegated by a supervising nurse
or senior colleague.
To
be able to take observations and identify signs of deterioration and report
these appropriately. This may include but not be limited to pulse, blood
pressure, respirations, oxygen saturations, peak flow, blood glucose, nutrition,
and hydration.
Undertake
pathology requests. For example: phlebotomy, urine culture and swabs.
Undertake
wound care and management as required.
Administer
medications as prescribed and in accordance with NMC standards, e.g., via
nebuliser or injections using sub-cutaneous or intramuscular route under
Patient Specific Directions
Following
agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate
assist in the assessment, planning and development, implementation, and
evaluation of programmes to promote health and well-being and prevent adverse
effects on health and well-being.
Deliver
opportunistic health promotion using opportunities such as NHS Health Checks.
Document
Consultations accurately and appropriately, according to NMC guidelines.
Ensure
awareness of statutory and local clinical adult and children safeguarding
protection procedures, including systems of referral. Ability to recognise
signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect.
Ensure
all mandatory training is completed on an annual basis including safeguarding,
confidentiality, equality, and diversity, etc.
Recognise
and manage anaphylaxis according to current UK guidelines.
Be
able to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation according to current UK
guidelines.
Obtain
and document informed consent (either written or verbal), as required.
Ensure
infection prevention and control guidelines are maintained.
Chaperone
and assist patients, where appropriate, who are being examined by another
clinician.
Ensure
confidentiality of information gained at work is preserved at all times.
Assist
in practice audits, CQC compliance evidence and QOF recalls.
Participate
and contribute towards any local incentive project relevant to the role.
Additional Tasks Following Training and
Support
Cervical
Cytology
Adult
and Childhood Immunisations and Vaccinations
Administrative and Professional Responsibilities
Recognise
and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by
the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Ensure
accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the
patients notes on the clinical computer system as appropriate.
Attend
and participate in meetings as required.
Ensure
effective relationships and communications with colleagues and other agencies.
Identify
potential changes to clinical practice that are required to implement
evidence-based guidelines.
Contribute
towards the education and training of phlebotomist, health care assistants and
those new to Primary care roles.
Advise
patients on general health care with referral to GPs as necessary.
Ability
to monitor and manage maintenance of stock and equipment to include
refrigeration and emergency equipment.
Participate
in audit where appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC Register
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Commitment to continuing professional development of self and others.
- A flexible and adaptable approach to maintain the consistent delivery of high-quality services.
- Satisfactory completion of an enhanced check through the Vetting and Barring Service (this will be taken up if offered the post).
- Legal right to work in the UK.
- Hep B - vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated.
- A commitment to anti-discriminatory practices in employment, training and service delivery.
- An understanding of Health and Safety responsibilities.
- Flexibility in working hours.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams under appropriate supervision and autonomously.
- Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information.
- Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of others and own clinical practice.
- Interpreting and implementing local and national policies, agendas for Health.
Desirable
- Post registration experience in Primary Care.
- Maintenance of up-to-date skills, knowledge and understanding, and on-going competence in all aspects of Primary Care.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely in accordance with policies/procedures/protocols/legislation and the needs of the patient and to refer when clinically appropriate using agreed pathways.
- Excellent ICT skills, familiar with GP clinical systems and with experience of using a range of programs and software including SystmOne, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and the internet.
- Excellent Interpersonal skills and strong communication skills.
- Able to engage and communicate with individuals and groups, both on a face to face basis and in writing .
- A conscientious and reflective clinical practitioner.
- Excellent time management skills and proven ability to prioritise workload.
- Confident in the accurate analysis of date and information and identifying implications for the individual patient and impact on care plan.
Desirable
- Proven record of effective use of networking and influencing skills.
- A strategic thinker.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC Register
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Commitment to continuing professional development of self and others.
- A flexible and adaptable approach to maintain the consistent delivery of high-quality services.
- Satisfactory completion of an enhanced check through the Vetting and Barring Service (this will be taken up if offered the post).
- Legal right to work in the UK.
- Hep B - vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated.
- A commitment to anti-discriminatory practices in employment, training and service delivery.
- An understanding of Health and Safety responsibilities.
- Flexibility in working hours.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams under appropriate supervision and autonomously.
- Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information.
- Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of others and own clinical practice.
- Interpreting and implementing local and national policies, agendas for Health.
Desirable
- Post registration experience in Primary Care.
- Maintenance of up-to-date skills, knowledge and understanding, and on-going competence in all aspects of Primary Care.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely in accordance with policies/procedures/protocols/legislation and the needs of the patient and to refer when clinically appropriate using agreed pathways.
- Excellent ICT skills, familiar with GP clinical systems and with experience of using a range of programs and software including SystmOne, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and the internet.
- Excellent Interpersonal skills and strong communication skills.
- Able to engage and communicate with individuals and groups, both on a face to face basis and in writing .
- A conscientious and reflective clinical practitioner.
- Excellent time management skills and proven ability to prioritise workload.
- Confident in the accurate analysis of date and information and identifying implications for the individual patient and impact on care plan.
Desirable
- Proven record of effective use of networking and influencing skills.
- A strategic thinker.
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).
