Job summary
Are
you passionate about improving physical health outcomes for people whose mental
health needs place them at increased risk of long-term conditions?
South Tyneside Health Collaboration is seeking a compassionate and proactive Nurse Associate to join the Enhanced Primary Care Mental Health Service. This role focuses on delivering structured physical health checks and monitoring for individuals who are at risk of, or living with, health conditions impacted by mental health needs.
This includes but is not limited to people living with dementia, serious mental illness (SMI), neurodivergent individuals, and those identify with gender dysphoria, as well as others whose mental health needs may affect their physical wellbeing.
You will work within primary care settings as part of a multidisciplinary team, helping to reduce health inequalities, identify emerging risks early, and improve long-term outcomes through proactive monitoring and person-centred engagement.
What we offer:
A supportive, forward-thinking primary care team Opportunities for continued professional development A meaningful role improving patient safety and reducing health inequalities The opportunity to shape a proactive, prevention-focused model of care
If you are motivated to deliver holistic, integrated care that makes a tangible difference, we would welcome your application.
Main duties of the job
To deliver comprehensive physical health checks in line with national and local
clinical guidance
Undertake venepuncture and facilitate appropriate blood testing for long-term
condition monitoring
Complete physical observations including BMI, blood pressure, pulse, and
relevant screening measures
Identify early indicators of physical health risk and escalate concerns
appropriately
Contribute to SMI health check delivery and dementia physical health
monitoring
Support individuals who may experience barriers to accessing routine
healthcare
Work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists, mental health practitioners, and
wider MDT colleagues
Ensure accurate and contemporaneous clinical documentation
Provide accessible health education tailored to individual need
Uphold infection prevention, safeguarding, and patient safety standards at
all times
About us
South Tyneside Health Collaboration (STHC) are
a GP Federation and valued system partner, set up to bring together South
Tyneside General Practices to work collaboratively in delivering services at
scale across the borough of South Tyneside.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
deliver structured physical health checks, clinical observations, and
monitoring for individuals whose mental health needs place them at risk of
physical health deterioration or unmet health need.
The
post holder will support early identification of risk factors, contribute to
long-term condition monitoring, and work within a multidisciplinary primary
care mental health model to ensure safe, equitable and holistic care.
The
role supports people including but not limited to those living with:
Dementia
Serious Mental Illness (SMI)
Neurodivergence
Gender dysphoria
Other mental health conditions associated with increased physical health risk
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
deliver structured physical health checks, clinical observations, and
monitoring for individuals whose mental health needs place them at risk of
physical health deterioration or unmet health need.
The
post holder will support early identification of risk factors, contribute to
long-term condition monitoring, and work within a multidisciplinary primary
care mental health model to ensure safe, equitable and holistic care.
The
role supports people including but not limited to those living with:
Dementia
Serious Mental Illness (SMI)
Neurodivergence
Gender dysphoria
Other mental health conditions associated with increased physical health risk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Associate with current NMC registration
- Evidence of ongoing CPD
- Venepuncture competency (or willingness to complete training)
Desirable
- Training in long-term condition monitoring
- Training relating to dementia, SMI, neurodivergence, or gender dysphoria
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understanding of the relationship between mental and physical health
- Knowledge of long-term condition risk factors
- Competence in venepuncture and clinical observations
- Strong communication skills, including adapting communication for diverse needs
- Awareness of safeguarding principles
Desirable
- Understanding of health inequalities and barriers to access
- Knowledge of national SMI health check expectations
Experience
Essential
- Experience delivering clinical care in a healthcare setting
- Experience undertaking physical health observations
- Experience working with individuals with complex or additional needs
Desirable
- Experience within primary care
- Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Associate with current NMC registration
- Evidence of ongoing CPD
- Venepuncture competency (or willingness to complete training)
Desirable
- Training in long-term condition monitoring
- Training relating to dementia, SMI, neurodivergence, or gender dysphoria
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Understanding of the relationship between mental and physical health
- Knowledge of long-term condition risk factors
- Competence in venepuncture and clinical observations
- Strong communication skills, including adapting communication for diverse needs
- Awareness of safeguarding principles
Desirable
- Understanding of health inequalities and barriers to access
- Knowledge of national SMI health check expectations
Experience
Essential
- Experience delivering clinical care in a healthcare setting
- Experience undertaking physical health observations
- Experience working with individuals with complex or additional needs
Desirable
- Experience within primary care
- Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs
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).
