Nurse Associate

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A community clinic in Bridgwater seeks qualified nursing or clinical staff to provide holistic mental and physical health support, perform venepuncture and observations, and assist with procedures. The role emphasises patient advocacy and promoting health through guidance and ongoing support.

Applicants should be committed to dignity, equality and inclusion, and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality care and governance aligned with Trust values.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic mental and physical health support in the community clinic, including venepuncture and physical observations.
• Order medications and prepare patients for procedures.
• Monitor changes in patient wellbeing and escalate concerns promptly.
• Promote health through advice and ongoing support as a patient advocate.
• Uphold dignity, equality and inclusion in care.

Job description

Clinical Care & Professional Practice

Provide holistic mental and physical health support in our community clinic, including venepuncture, physical observations, medication ordering and preparing patients for procedures. Monitor changes in patient wellbeing, escalating concerns appropriately, and promote health through advice and ongoing support. Act as a patient advocate, ensuring dignity, equality and inclusion.

Teamwork & Communication

Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team, contributing to smooth clinic operations and safe patient care. Communicate clearly with colleagues, patients and families, participate in handovers and MDT meetings, and handle verbal concerns sensitively.

Organisation, Safety & Governance

Manage and prioritise your workload effectively. Adhere to Trust policies on medicines management, infection prevention, safeguarding and confidentiality. Support risk assessments, incident reporting and quality improvement, while ensuring equipment is used and maintained safely.

Learning, Development & Supervision

Engage in supervision, mandatory training and ongoing development. Support students and junior staff where appropriate and work within your professional limits in line with the NMC Code.

Service & Team Culture

Contribute positively to team culture and take part in team wellbeing activities if you wish. Demonstrate the Trust values of Kindness, Respect and Teamwork in your daily practice.