Practice Nurse / Nursing AssociateNHS

Job summary

Are you a passionate, proactive and caring nursing professional looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in primary care? We would love to hear from you!

Our friendly and supportive GP practice is looking for an enthusiastic Practice Nurse / Nursing Associate to join our team and play a key role in delivering outstanding, patient-centred care to our local community.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a welcoming team where your skills, compassion and contribution are valued. You will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients, support them in managing their health, promote wellbeing and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, preventative healthcare.

We are looking for someone who brings a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for helping people. Whether you already have experience in primary care or are looking to develop your skills in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you, provided you meet the requirements for the role.

Working days: Mondays and FridaysWorking hours: 8:00 am 6:30 pm

Main duties of the job

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care in accordance with professional standards and practice protocols.
• Support the delivery of chronic disease management and long-term condition reviews, in line with competence and training.
• Undertake health promotion, health checks and preventative care activities.
• Assist with immunisations, vaccinations and other clinical procedures appropriate to qualifications and competency.
• Carry out clinical observations, including blood pressure, pulse and other assessments as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, confidential and timely patient records.
• Support infection prevention and control, clinical governance and patient safety initiatives.
• Provide advice and guidance to patients on health promotion and self-care within the scope of practice.
• Work effectively as part of the wider primary care team.
• Maintain professional development and comply with relevant policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.

Job description

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based and patient-centred care.
• Undertake clinical assessments and observations appropriate to qualifications and competence.
• Support the management and monitoring of patients with long-term conditions, where appropriately trained and competent.
• Participate in health promotion, preventative care and patient education.
• Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical procedures where trained and authorised.
• Administer vaccinations and immunisations where appropriately trained, competent and authorised.
• Recognise changes in a patient's condition and escalate concerns promptly to the appropriate clinician.
• Support the delivery of practice clinics and planned patient reviews.
• Promote self-care and provide patients with appropriate health information and advice within the scope of the role.

Nursing Associate Responsibilities

Where the post holder is employed as a Nursing Associate, duties will be undertaken in accordance with NMC standards, local protocols, demonstrated competence and appropriate supervision.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting registered nurses and other clinicians in delivering patient care.
• Undertaking delegated clinical tasks and recording observations.
• Monitoring patients and reporting changes or concerns to the registered practitioner.
• Supporting care planning, health promotion and patient follow-up.
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
• Contributing to safe, effective and compassionate care within the Nursing Associate scope of practice.

Administrative and Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential patient records using the practice clinical system.
• Follow information governance, data protection and confidentiality requirements.
• Comply with infection prevention and control policies.
• Maintain safe clinical environments and ensure equipment is used appropriately.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement activities and practice meetings as required.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns appropriately.
• Work in accordance with practice policies, clinical protocols and relevant professional standards.
• Maintain mandatory training and participate in continuing professional development.
• Report incidents, near misses and risks in accordance with practice procedures.

Teamwork and Communication

• Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to provide coordinated patient care.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, relatives, carers and colleagues.
• Treat all patients with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Support continuity of care through clear documentation and appropriate handovers.
• Contribute positively to a supportive and inclusive working environment.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse or Nursing Associate, as applicable to the post.
• Demonstrable commitment to safe, compassionate and patient-centred care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload.
• Ability to work independently within professional boundaries and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, infection prevention and patient safety.
• Commitment to professional development and maintaining competence.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience in general practice or a primary care setting.
• Experience supporting patients with long-term conditions.
• Experience in health promotion, wound care, vaccinations or other relevant clinical procedures.
• Familiarity with electronic patient records and clinical documentation.
• Knowledge of primary care protocols and clinical governance.

Personal QualitiesThe successful candidate will be:

• Caring, approachable and empathetic.
• Reliable, flexible and professional.
• Enthusiastic about delivering excellent patient care.
• A confident communicator and effective team player.
• Proactive, organised and willing to learn.
• Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Confidentiality and Information GovernanceThe post holder must maintain strict patient confidentiality and comply with applicable data protection legislation, information governance requirements and practice policies. Patient information must only be accessed, used or shared where there is a legitimate and authorised reason.

Health, Safety and Infection ControlThe post holder is expected to comply with all relevant health and safety, infection prevention and control, safeguarding and clinical risk management policies. Any concerns relating to patient safety, staff safety or clinical practice must be reported promptly through the appropriate channels.

Professional DevelopmentThe post holder will be expected to maintain the knowledge and skills required for their role, complete mandatory training and participate in relevant learning and development activities. They must work within their professional scope of practice and seek advice or supervision whenever necessary.

GeneralThis job description outlines the main responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive. Duties may be reviewed in consultation with the post holder to reflect the needs of the practice, provided they remain appropriate to the individual's qualifications, competence and professional scope of practice.

Stenhouse Medical Centre is committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and providing high-quality care to all patients.

About us

Stenhouse Medical Centre is an established GP practice in Arnold, Nottingham, with a strong commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centred care to the local community. The practice has a long history of supporting patients and aims to deliver compassionate, accessible and comprehensive primary care.

We pride ourselves on the importance of teamwork, continuity of care and working collaboratively to support the health and wellbeing of our patients. As a training practice, we also value learning, professional development and the sharing of knowledge across our team.

You will be joining a friendly, supportive and multidisciplinary team made up of GPs, advanced nurse practitioners, practice nurses, healthcare assistants and dedicated reception, administration and management colleagues.

Our clinical team works together to provide a wide range of primary care services, including the management of long-term conditions, preventative healthcare, health promotion and support for patients with ongoing health needs.

Behind the scenes, our reception, administration and management teams play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the practice and helping patients access the care they need.

We believe that every member of the team makes an important contribution. We value mutual respect, open communication and a collaborative approach, creating an environment where colleagues can share their knowledge, develop their skills and make a meaningful difference to patients' lives.