Nurse Associate

NHS; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Barnsley Primary Care Network is recruiting Qualified Nurse Associates to join its clinical team across various practices. This role provides an opportunity to work alongside Registered Nurses in delivering quality patient care and supporting health management, with professional development prospects.

Qualifications

• Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register is mandatory.
• GCSEs in Maths & English required.
• Primary care and healthcare assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers immunisations and supports health promotion.
• Monitors patient health and manages care planning.
• Supervises trainees and maintains patient records.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Prioritising and organizing workload

Working independently

IT skills

Education

Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register

GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or equivalent

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

The Barnsley Primary Care Network is seeking to recruit Qualified Nurse Associates to join our clinical team. These roles will be based at assigned practices within our network, supported by a Practice Nurse for mentorship. Practice location to be confirmed.

The Nursing Associate will work alongside Registered Nurses and the multidisciplinary team to provide and monitor patient care, contributing to assessments and supporting patients in managing their health. They will be based in Huddersfield Road Surgery, with full-time and part-time (Tuesday to Friday) options available.

Main duties of the job

The Nurse Associate will support the delivery of quality nursing care, requiring registration with the NMC, independence in work, excellent communication skills, and the ability to meet targets. The role offers opportunities for professional development within primary care.

About us

Barnsley Primary Care Network covers over 250,000 patients across all GP practices in Barnsley, supported by six Neighbourhood Networks. We are committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, and are a Disability Confident employer. For adjustments during application or interview, contact [e-mail].

Job responsibilities

Primary duties include:

• Administering immunisations and health promotion advice
• Supporting infection control and flu planning
• Monitoring patient health and supporting care planning
• Recognising health issues and referring to senior staff as needed
• Performing baseline observations and managing physical health conditions
• Supporting mental health and substance misuse interventions
• Using therapeutic techniques and effective communication skills

Teamwork and quality improvement

• Supervising trainees and volunteers
• Participating in audits and safety activities
• Escalating risks and safeguarding concerns appropriately

Integrated care and information management

• Referring to community services and managing care transitions
• Accurately recording in patient records and maintaining confidentiality

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
• GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or equivalent

Experience

• Primary care experience
• Experience as a Healthcare Assistant in general practice
• Experience with clinical systems like SystmOne

Skills

• Prioritising and organizing workload
• Working independently and flexibly under pressure
• Problem-solving and IT skills
• Effective communication and patient care commitment

Other

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.