Job summary
The NA/HCA is an
integral member of the Central North Leeds PCN clinical team, providing
patient-centred care and support across primary care and community settings.
The role involves working under the supervision and guidance of our Registered
Nursing Associate and Advanced Clinical Practitioner, while contributing to the
delivery of high-quality, coordinated care.
Prior experience within primary care, specifically general practice, is desirable. Competence working, at a minimum, as an experienced clinical Healthcare Assistant or Registered Nursing Associate.
Applicants who have previously applied for this position will not be considered.
We reserve the right to disregard applications that appear to have been generated or heavily assisted by AI tools.
Main duties of the job
Primarily supporting Care Homes and Frailty, with key focus on the coordination, delivery, and completion of annual health reviews. Undertaking Part 1 reviews and, depending on competence and scope of practice, either completing Part 2 reviews or referring these on to relevant clinicians. Collaboration with other PCN and Practice staff is required, to ensure safe, effective, and well-coordinated care.
The role would suit someone with a passion for proactive, holistic, and person-centred care, who values treating every patient as an individual. A strong interest in frailty and long-term condition management is essential.
The role requires a motivated and adaptable individual who can workindependently and confidently within their scope of practice,while also contributing to a larger MDT. Opportunities to take initiative and support or coordinate a range of projects, such as vaccination programmes, QOF clinics, and service development initiatives.The ability to work flexibly and manage a varied workload is essential.The postholder must be able to communicate effectively and have strong organisational skills.
The postholder will be working across multiple GPpractices andwill travel from these sites to local care homes to deliver care, therefore afull UK driving licence and access to a vehicleisessential.
Please see Job Description for full details of the role.
About us
Central North Leeds PCN consists of 5 GP Practices
(over 7 sites): Alwoodley Medical Centre, Diamond Medical Group, Meanwood
Health Centre, North Leeds Medical Practice and Street Lane Medical Practice,
with a combinedpopulation of approx. 81,000 patients. We aim to provide
high quality services adhering to principles of best practice, promoting equal
opportunities and working positively with diversity.
We can offer you an
invigorating and supportive working environment with excellent opportunities
for career development, working alongside compassionate colleagues.
Central North Leeds PCN currently
employs Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, Health
and Wellbeing Coaches, Paramedics, Healthcare Assistants/Phlebotomists, Occupational
Therapists, Social and Wellbeing Prescribers and a
Nursing Team.
We expect all employees to carry out their duties in
a professional manner with a client focus, ensuring that respect and courtesy
is shown to them, colleagues, other service providers and all those in contact
with the organisation.
The
Practices work together with a range of local providers, including community
services, social care and the voluntary sector, to offer more personalised,
co-ordinated health and social care to their local populations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Patient Care and Support
Assist in patient assessment, care planning, and care delivery under the supervision of Registered Nursing Associate, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, and other MDT professionals. The scope of practice depends on registration: HCAs primarily monitor patients and escalate concerns, while RNAs are able to provide more detailed, in depth care.
Coordinate, deliver, and complete annual health reviews for care home residents, ensuring a proactive and holistic approach to care
Perform basic clinical procedures, including measurement of vital signs; blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturation and diabetic foot checks, to monitor patient health status.
Complete MUST assessments, identify risks of malnutrition, escalate concerns appropriately, and contribute to care planning.
Support the care of patients requiring wound care, dressings, and other minor clinical interventions, ensuring appropriate escalation, referral, and follow-up where required.
Administer medications and injections, including flu and COVID vaccinations, in accordance with PSDs, practice protocols, training, and indemnity arrangements.
Demonstrate effective communication skills, including active listening, empathy, and appropriate assertiveness when advocating for patient needs
Care Home Caseload Management
- Use Clinical Systems to identify patients due for annual health reviews and schedule visits in line with patients birth months.
Frailty and PCN Project Support
Documentation and Record Keeping
Accurately document all patient interactions, assessments, and care provided in line with local and national standards
Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and adherence to relevant data protection and governance policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
Team Collaboration and PCN Working
Participate in team meetings, care reviews, and project discussions, providing input appropriate to role.
Professional Development
Patient Safety and Quality
Job description
Job responsibilities
Patient Care and Support
Assist in patient assessment, care planning, and care delivery under the supervision of Registered Nursing Associate, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, and other MDT professionals. The scope of practice depends on registration: HCAs primarily monitor patients and escalate concerns, while RNAs are able to provide more detailed, in depth care.
Coordinate, deliver, and complete annual health reviews for care home residents, ensuring a proactive and holistic approach to care
Perform basic clinical procedures, including measurement of vital signs; blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturation and diabetic foot checks, to monitor patient health status.
Complete MUST assessments, identify risks of malnutrition, escalate concerns appropriately, and contribute to care planning.
Support the care of patients requiring wound care, dressings, and other minor clinical interventions, ensuring appropriate escalation, referral, and follow-up where required.
Administer medications and injections, including flu and COVID vaccinations, in accordance with PSDs, practice protocols, training, and indemnity arrangements.
Demonstrate effective communication skills, including active listening, empathy, and appropriate assertiveness when advocating for patient needs
Care Home Caseload Management
- Use Clinical Systems to identify patients due for annual health reviews and schedule visits in line with patients birth months.
Frailty and PCN Project Support
Documentation and Record Keeping
Accurately document all patient interactions, assessments, and care provided in line with local and national standards
Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and adherence to relevant data protection and governance policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
Team Collaboration and PCN Working
Participate in team meetings, care reviews, and project discussions, providing input appropriate to role.
Professional Development
Patient Safety and Quality
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of holistic patient assessment (physical, psychological, and social factors).
- Understanding of escalation processes and recognising patient deterioration.
Desirable
- Knowledge of PCN project delivery and population health approaches including QOF and preventative care.
- Understanding of frailty and long-term condition management.
Clinical Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to undertake and record:
- Vital signs monitoring (BP, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation).
- Diabetic foot checks.
- MUST Assessments with appropriate escalation.
- Competence in completing Part 1 Annual Health Reviews.
Desirable
- Competence in completing Part 2 Annual Health Reviews.
- Ability to support wound care and minor clinical procedures within scope of practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree in Nursing Associate (FdSc): Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) with active registration
- OR
- Level 3 Clinical Healthcare Assistant: Willingness to undertake role-appropriate training and development.
Communication and Interpersonal
Essential
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to provide clear health education and advice to patients, carers, and care home staff.
- Ability to build effective working relationships across GP practices and PCN teams.
- Ability to escalate concerns appropriately and seek supervision when required.
Other requirements
Essential
- Full UK Driving License and access to own vehicle as it is necessary to travel across multiple PCN sites.
- Compliance with professional and organisational governance requirements.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice.
Organisational and IT Skills
Essential
- Ability to plan and prioritise workload effectively.
Desirable
- Ability to run and interpret basic patient searches (or willingness to learn).
- Experience using GP clinical systems (SystmOne and EMIS).
Personal qualities & attributes
Essential
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centred approach.
- Professional, trustworthy, and maintains confidentiality.
- Proactive and able to work independently within scope of practice.
- Interest in frailty, prevention, and community-based care.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of holistic patient assessment (physical, psychological, and social factors).
- Understanding of escalation processes and recognising patient deterioration.
Desirable
- Knowledge of PCN project delivery and population health approaches including QOF and preventative care.
- Understanding of frailty and long-term condition management.
Clinical Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to undertake and record:
- Vital signs monitoring (BP, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation).
- Diabetic foot checks.
- MUST Assessments with appropriate escalation.
- Competence in completing Part 1 Annual Health Reviews.
Desirable
- Competence in completing Part 2 Annual Health Reviews.
- Ability to support wound care and minor clinical procedures within scope of practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree in Nursing Associate (FdSc): Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) with active registration
- OR
- Level 3 Clinical Healthcare Assistant: Willingness to undertake role-appropriate training and development.
Communication and Interpersonal
Essential
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to provide clear health education and advice to patients, carers, and care home staff.
- Ability to build effective working relationships across GP practices and PCN teams.
- Ability to escalate concerns appropriately and seek supervision when required.
Other requirements
Essential
- Full UK Driving License and access to own vehicle as it is necessary to travel across multiple PCN sites.
- Compliance with professional and organisational governance requirements.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice.
Organisational and IT Skills
Essential
- Ability to plan and prioritise workload effectively.
Desirable
- Ability to run and interpret basic patient searches (or willingness to learn).
- Experience using GP clinical systems (SystmOne and EMIS).
Personal qualities & attributes
Essential
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centred approach.
- Professional, trustworthy, and maintains confidentiality.
- Proactive and able to work independently within scope of practice.
- Interest in frailty, prevention, and community-based care.
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.