Nursing Associate

Job responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES

Assist the Research team in the delivery of the NIHR research portfolio studies working within professional guidelines relating to the Code of Conduct, confidentiality, accountability and scope of professional practice.

Delivery of high-quality evidence-based patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered professional as appropriate) with a focus on promoting health, self-care, and independence.

With appropriate training, to take clinical samples for studies, and ensure the processing and storage and despatch of biological samples meets the requirements of the research protocol to make certain that safe handling and quality is assured.

Undertake clinical procedures, venepuncture, standard observations.

Acts as patient advocate.

To support the safe administration of treatments and drugs given within the context of a clinical trial.

Working without direct supervision (where appropriate) within designated parameters of the practice of the Nursing Associate role, specific research protocols and standards of operating procedures.

Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate registered care.

Participate in the education and training of students of all disciplines.

Use electronic records to record the outcome of assessment and evaluation of care.

Assist in the assessment of and management of risk across the environment where care is being administered, recording and reporting any adverse events to senior members of the Research Team.

Assist with the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcomes.

Develop a working knowledge of other providers resources and referral systems to ensure individuals needs are met, within the parameters of practice.

Demonstrate a good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures.

Demonstrate a good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act/Deprivation of Liberties and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice/guidance from a Registered Nurse or another registered professional as required.

Deliver effective care following plans determined by the registered nurse or other registered care professional and provide feedback on progress against the plan.

Administration

Accurately collect and record data ensuring it complies with the study protocol and regulations.

Explain the study details to potential patients, including risks, benefits and procedures, ensuring they have clear understanding, reporting any concerns to the Senior Research Team members.

Maintain accurate recruitment records on EDGE and specific study portals/protocols.

Assist with promotion of studies using social media in line with BMG social media policy and NIHR/RDDN information governance

Support in the identification and screening of potential eligible patients based on specific study criteria.

Contributes and participates in audits, evaluation, and clinical standard setting within the Practice.

Complete all required paperwork for legal and administrative purposes in accordance with relevant standards.

Ensure that all practice policies are fully implemented.

Work in accordance with all governance and internal systems relating to the management of clinical data and systems.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
• Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification.
• GCSE Grade A-C in both Maths & English.

Experience

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 of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
• Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information.
• Experience of using various Microsoft programmes e.g. Excel, Word.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Experience of working within General Practice.
• Experience of EMIS.
• Evidence of interest in Clinical Research.
• Research training (e.g GCP).

Other

Essential

• Resilience and drive.
• Personal and professional integrity and confidence.
• Flexibility.
• Self-starter.
• Resourceful.
• Calm and resolute under pressure.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• High workload capacity and capable of sustained effort over a long period.

Desirable

• Own vehicle to travel between sites.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to communicate difficult messages to patients and families.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a small team, as well as part of the wider disciplinary team.
• Proficient IT and keyboard skills.
• Pertinent clinical skills including venepuncture, ability to collect accurate clinical measures including standard observations.
• Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.
• Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload.

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).