Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic experienced Nursing
Associate or Health Care Assistant to join our amazing Practice.
Main duties of the job
Working under the direct supervision of the nursing
team and strictly in accordance with specific Practice guidelines and
protocols, the post-holder will be responsible for performing tasks depending
on level of training such as venepuncture to obtain blood samples from patients
only as the result of a direct referral from a clinician, as well as NHS Health checks and Diabetes
Year Of Care checks, training can be arranged to develop skills to an advanced
level. The duties may also include all tasks normally undertaken
by a Nursing Associate or Health Care Assistant, and in addition any roles
agreed between you and the Lead Nurse as appropriate, having regard to current
training.
About us
Hedena Health is a GP Surgery based in Headington, Oxford and has approx. 26,000 patients with diverse and interesting populations.
We are in an ideal location in Oxford next to the beautiful Bury Knowle Park, with free onsite parking for staff. We have a focus on staff wellbeing through initiatives such as an annual Away Day, staff outings and a Hedena running club. Fresh fruit deliveries and homemade cakes and goodies are a staple in our staff room and morning coffee is in our sunny Quad!
As well as being a well-established training practice, we regularly support Student Nurses and Student Paramedics in clinical practice.
We work collaboratively with other services in Oxfordshire to develop improved ways of providing excellent care for our patients. We have been successful in managing public health initiatives to improve the lives of the communities we serve and in promoting collaboration with neighboring practices to ensure the best for our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Undertake
cervical smear (cytology) tests in line with
national guidelines and protocols.
- Administer
a range of injections, including:
- Childhood immunisations (as appropriate)
- Flu and COVID-19 vaccines
- Travel vaccinations
- Vitamin B12 injections
- Perform basic
wound care, dressings, and removal of sutures or clips.
- Record
and monitor vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature,
height, and weight.
- Perform
ECGs, urinalysis, and phlebotomy (if trained).
- Assist
in health promotion, lifestyle advice, and patient education.
- Maintain
accurate and timely clinical documentation using practice systems (EMIS).
- Follow
infection prevention and control protocols and contribute to clinical
audits and stock management.
Special Requirements of the Post:
- An understanding, acceptance and
adherence to the need for strict confidentiality.
-
Ability to use own judgement,
resourcefulness and common sense.
-
A commitment to maintain a high
professional standard of nursing care and keep up to date with all aspects of
nursing care relevant to the post.
-
A commitment to ensure all Health and
Safety requirements and Infection Control measures are met and to report any
problems to the Practice Manager.
-
A commitment to the effective use of
practice and NHS resources.
-
An awareness of own limitations and
experience.
-
To work only in accordance with the UKCC
Code of Conduct and within the Scope of Professional Practice.
-
To have a written professional
development plan and to maintain an up to date portfolio which meets the
requirements of registration with the UKCC.
-
To cooperate with annual appraisal
meetings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Undertake
cervical smear (cytology) tests in line with
national guidelines and protocols.
- Administer
a range of injections, including:
- Childhood immunisations (as appropriate)
- Flu and COVID-19 vaccines
- Travel vaccinations
- Vitamin B12 injections
- Perform basic
wound care, dressings, and removal of sutures or clips.
- Record
and monitor vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature,
height, and weight.
- Perform
ECGs, urinalysis, and phlebotomy (if trained).
- Assist
in health promotion, lifestyle advice, and patient education.
- Maintain
accurate and timely clinical documentation using practice systems (EMIS).
- Follow
infection prevention and control protocols and contribute to clinical
audits and stock management.
Special Requirements of the Post:
- An understanding, acceptance and
adherence to the need for strict confidentiality.
-
Ability to use own judgement,
resourcefulness and common sense.
-
A commitment to maintain a high
professional standard of nursing care and keep up to date with all aspects of
nursing care relevant to the post.
-
A commitment to ensure all Health and
Safety requirements and Infection Control measures are met and to report any
problems to the Practice Manager.
-
A commitment to the effective use of
practice and NHS resources.
-
An awareness of own limitations and
experience.
-
To work only in accordance with the UKCC
Code of Conduct and within the Scope of Professional Practice.
-
To have a written professional
development plan and to maintain an up to date portfolio which meets the
requirements of registration with the UKCC.
-
To cooperate with annual appraisal
meetings.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Nursing Associate with no active conditions to practice.
- - Trained in cervical screening (or willingness to undertake training).
- Trained in Childhood immunisations (or willingness to undertake training).
- - Up-to-date training in immunisation and vaccination.
- - Experience in a general practice or community healthcare setting.
- - Good knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection.
- - Confident using clinical systems and electronic records.
Desirable
- - Phlebotomy and wound care experience.
- - Experience supporting QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) targets and recall systems.
- - Additional qualifications in chronic disease management or smoking cessation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Nursing Associate with no active conditions to practice.
- - Trained in cervical screening (or willingness to undertake training).
- Trained in Childhood immunisations (or willingness to undertake training).
- - Up-to-date training in immunisation and vaccination.
- - Experience in a general practice or community healthcare setting.
- - Good knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection.
- - Confident using clinical systems and electronic records.
Desirable
- - Phlebotomy and wound care experience.
- - Experience supporting QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework) targets and recall systems.
- - Additional qualifications in chronic disease management or smoking cessation.
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).
