Weston Favell Primary Care Centre - Favell Plus GP Surgery

PCN Apprentice Trainee Nurse Associate

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Job summary

Are you looking to start an exciting and rewarding new career as a Nursing Associate?

Can you put people first and provide nursing care that is person-centred, safe and compassionate?

Can you work well independently and as part of a team?

We are searching for aspiring apprentices who would like to start a career within our Primary Care Network. Our Nursing Associate Programme offers you the chance to achieve a professional qualification that forms part of the nursing family as an NMC registered practitioner with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

We are offering this apprenticeship opportunity in partnership with the Open University. You will join us as a Trainee Nursing Associate and over two years will undertake the NMC approved Foundation Degree that leads to Level 5 professional qualification to become a registered Nurse Associate.

Main duties of the job

To be eligible for the Programme youll need to hold a minimum of English and Mathematics at GCSE grade C/4 or Functional or Key Skills at Level 2. These qualifications must be gained prior to course start date. You will need to hold a valid Full UK Driving License, this role is based within the PCN, and therefore the ability to travel to peoples homes will be required. Previous HCA experience is essential for this role. At MMWF PCN and practices, we deliver person-centred care, we believe that with our help, people can improve their health, recover independence, and return to the community. We expect you to share our vision for population healthcare management, work both within and external to the practice, supporting our patients, helping to deliver care to those who have difficulty accessing the surgery, supporting our frailty and Nursing home workstreams. You will need to demonstrate an understanding of General Practice healthcare and the services that we provide. We expect you to understand the roles and responsibilities of a Nursing Associate in a Primary Care Network and General Practice setting. The role is challenging, and you will need to use your initiative and perform under pressure. You will need to be an effective communicator with the people you care for, their families and carers, as well as your colleagues and superiors.

About us

Were looking for apprentices who will help us to continue our life-changing work. If you think you can make a difference and have the drive and determination to become a Nursing Associate, then take the first step today.

MMWF Primary Care Network and the 4 GP practices it represents, are a forward thinking, dynamic provider of healthcare for over 52000 patients around central Northampton. Each practice will recruit and train x1 Apprentice Trainee Nurse Associate. Once qualified, we will adopt a hybrid role that spans the GP surgery and patients within their own homes, delivering high quality patient centred care. It is envisaged that the Nurse Associate will assist the clinical teams with the frailty projects, Nursing and Residential ward rounds and what will become the virtual ward. Once qualified you will be autonomous, have your own case load and will work at times remotely, supporting the GP practice to deliver care closer to home.

Date posted

01 March 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12 to £13 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5509-24-0004

Job locations

Billing Brook Road

Weston Favell

Northampton

Northamptonshire

NN3 8DW

Mounts Medical Centre

Campbell Street

Northampton

NN1 3DS

Job description

Job responsibilities

Over the course of the 2-year TNA programme, develop the skills and knowledge to provide direct care to patients and families which may include:

To assist and perform routine nursing tasks related to patient care, such as routine BP checks, ECG, suture and clip removal, BMI and lifestyle advice, as directed and agreed with line manager, registered general nurses and GPs.

To support patients to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing by using behaviour change interventions, such as undertaking health checks (physical and mental), smoking cessation services.

To support the RGN with the holistic assessment and planning of wound care plans for patients with chronic and acute wounds.

To implement agreed wound care plans, following local and national evidence-based guidelines, inclusive of the treatment of minor traumatic wounds within own level of competency. To recognise any deterioration of wounds or infection and arrange early review with PN/GP or specialist as required.

Following recognised Leg Ulcer management training and the completion of competencies, to undertake Leg Ulcer care and compression bandaging, following agreed care plans in line with local/practice policy.

Following training and competency assessment, to undertake adult NHS immunisation programmes and ensure vaccines/injections are administrated under patient group.

To undertake administration of prescribed medicines via oral, IM, SC routes, following competency based training and practice policy.

Provide holistic assessment and treatment of patients attending for ear irrigation following relevant training.

To undertake the collection of pathological & microbiology specimens including venipuncture, swabs, urine culture in line with local guidelines

To support chronic disease management including monitoring patients with stable asthma, undertaking preliminary investigations for Type 2 diabetes patients, such as foot checks.

To provide general health promotion education, advice on national screening programs and guide/refer patients to appropriate services.

Provide contraception advice and sexual health guidance in line with competency. Undertaking annual contraceptive reviews in line with practice policies.

In line with national guidance and with recognised competency-based training, undertake screening programs such as cervical screening tests.

To undertake any investigatory test, such as Ambulatory BP monitoring, automated Dopplers and Spirometry, taking basic history and referring patients to relevant clinician for interpretation/ planning of care.

To be able to provide appropriate self care advice for patients presenting with minor illness within own level of competency and referring to GP/ANP where appropriate.

Chaperone and assist patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.

To maintain effective infection control measures in line with local guidelines and practice policy.

Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and medication. Assist in the completion of monthly stock take and support the cost-effective use of disposable items.

Maintain adequate stock within the treatment room and assist with the re-stocking of other clinical rooms as required.

To participate in developments within the practice and support QOF requirements.

Maintain accurate record keeping on our medical record system (EMIS Web), as per NMC guidelines.

Recognise and understand the importance of observing, documenting and communicating the signs and symptoms of child and adult abuse.

Attend and actively participate in practice meetings as required.

Awareness of referral mechanisms for mental health issues, family violence, vulnerable adults and addictive behaviours.

Actively take part in mandatory and internalexternal training as requested.

Adhere to and follow all policies and protocols as listed in the Staff Handbook and contract.

This list is not exhaustive and specific tasks may vary always allowing the individual to work within their own competence and required remit of their role.