Job summary
Barnabas Medical Centre is a friendly, supportive practice in North West London seeking a proactive and dedicated Nursing Associate (Band 4) to cover a maternity leave position for a period of 6 to 9 months. The successful candidate will work 2 - 3 days per week, providing valuable support to our existing team of three nurses.
Main duties of the job
- Clinical Care:Perform clinical tasks such as venipuncture, ECG recording, monitoring vital signs, and wound care. Support patients with nutrition, hydration, and continence care.
- Patient Monitoring:Continuously assess and report patients conditions, ensuring their privacy, dignity, and safety.
- Care Planning:Contribute to patient care assessments and plans, implementing evidence-based care in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Communication:Provide clear information and support to patients, families, and careers. Share critical updates with the nursing team.
- Supervision & Delegation:Assist in developing junior staff and student nurses, delegating tasks appropriately while maintaining quality care standards.
- Quality Improvement:Participate in audits, health and safety activities, and initiatives to enhance patient care.
About us
Barnabas Medical Centre is a well-established, patient-centred GP practice based in North West London, committed to providing high-quality, accessible healthcare to our local community. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for both patients and staff.
Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, clinical pharmacists, and allied health professionals working collaboratively to deliver comprehensive, holistic care. We focus on both the physical and emotional wellbeing of our patients, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, long-term condition management, and health promotion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Care
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Carry out clinical duties such as blood pressure monitoring, venepuncture, ECGs, wound care, and flu vaccinations (following training).
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Support patients with nutrition, hydration, continence care, and general wellbeing.
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Perform and record clinical observations in line with care plans and protocols.
Care Coordination & Documentation
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Contribute to care planning and assessments in collaboration with the wider MDT.
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Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records in accordance with NMC and practice guidelines.
Patient Support & Communication
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Communicate effectively with patients, families, and carers, providing reassurance and health education where appropriate.
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Signpost patients to personalised care roles or community services as needed.
PCN & Team Integration
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Participate in PCN activities including Child Health Hubs and Integrated Neighbourhood Team work.
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Engage in regular MDT meetings, supporting integration of care across primary, secondary, and social care settings.
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Supervise student nurses, healthcare assistants, and trainees where appropriate.
Quality Improvement & Governance
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Engage in practice-based audits, Quality Improvement initiatives, and health and safety activities.
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Uphold standards of infection control, confidentiality, safeguarding, and equality and diversity.
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Support a culture of continuous learning and reflective practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Care
-
Carry out clinical duties such as blood pressure monitoring, venepuncture, ECGs, wound care, and flu vaccinations (following training).
-
Support patients with nutrition, hydration, continence care, and general wellbeing.
-
Perform and record clinical observations in line with care plans and protocols.
Care Coordination & Documentation
-
Contribute to care planning and assessments in collaboration with the wider MDT.
-
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records in accordance with NMC and practice guidelines.
Patient Support & Communication
-
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and carers, providing reassurance and health education where appropriate.
-
Signpost patients to personalised care roles or community services as needed.
PCN & Team Integration
-
Participate in PCN activities including Child Health Hubs and Integrated Neighbourhood Team work.
-
Engage in regular MDT meetings, supporting integration of care across primary, secondary, and social care settings.
-
Supervise student nurses, healthcare assistants, and trainees where appropriate.
Quality Improvement & Governance
-
Engage in practice-based audits, Quality Improvement initiatives, and health and safety activities.
-
Uphold standards of infection control, confidentiality, safeguarding, and equality and diversity.
-
Support a culture of continuous learning and reflective practice.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Understanding 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.
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans.
- Experience of working in primary care.
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing CPD and training maintained via RCGP competence or own training portfolio which is in line or transferable to RCGP competence
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
- GCSE Grade A to C in Maths & English or
- Skills Level in 2 Maths & English or Equivalent
Desirable
- Qualification in Phlebotomy
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Understanding 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.
- Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans.
- Experience of working in primary care.
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing CPD and training maintained via RCGP competence or own training portfolio which is in line or transferable to RCGP competence
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
- Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
- GCSE Grade A to C in Maths & English or
- Skills Level in 2 Maths & English or Equivalent
Desirable
- Qualification in Phlebotomy
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).
