Nursing Associate

NHS; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Ashton-under-Lyne seeks a Nurse Associate. This role involves delivering high-quality nursing care, performing clinical observations, and supporting patients in a general practice setting. Ideal candidates are registered with the NMC and have a foundation degree. Join a compassionate team that values patient care and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a healthcare setting, ideally within primary care.
• Proven ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team under supervision.
• Evidence of ongoing revalidation with the NMC.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients of all ages.
• Administer vaccinations, perform venepuncture, and cervical screening.
• Maintain accurate, timely patient records using clinical IT systems.

Skills

Compassionate care

Clinical observations

Patient education

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Registered Nursing Associate

Two-year foundation degree with NMC approval

Tools

Clinical IT systems

Job description

The post holder will be a Nurse Associate registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Working within professional boundaries, they will support and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team in a general practice setting. The role involves contributing to the delivery of safe, high-quality nursing care for patients registered at the GP practice.

Main duties of the job

The Nursing Associate will provide high-quality, compassionate care as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting registered nurses and other healthcare professionals. Key responsibilities include conducting clinical observations such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse checks, delivering wound care, administering vaccinations, and assisting patients with long-term conditions, dementia, or mental health needs. Candidates must be trained for baby imms and cervical screening.

You will also promote health and wellbeing through patient education and self-management, support minor procedures, and contribute to integrated care across health and social care settings. Accurate and timely record-keeping using clinical IT systems is essential to ensure effective communication and coordination within the team.

About us

We are a multi-site organisation supported by a strong and experienced administrative team, including a Group Manager, Practice Manager, Assistant Manager, administrators, seven Reception Supervisors, a Nursing Manager, and three GP leads. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, collaborative team that values teamwork and support.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

Provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients of all ages.

Perform clinical observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respirations) and escalate concerns.

Administer vaccinations, including flu and baby immunisations, perform venepuncture, ECGs, and cervical screening.

Support patients with long-term conditions, mental health needs, dementia, or learning disabilities.

Promote self-management and deliver NHS Health Checks.

Health Promotion & Education

Offer advice, health education, and signposting to local support services.

Participate in public health initiatives such as flu clinics and smoking cessation campaigns.

Professional Responsibilities

Maintain accurate, timely patient records using clinical IT systems.

Adhere to clinical governance standards and participate in audits, reflective practice, and continuous professional development.

Contribute to service improvement initiatives and integrated care delivery across health and social care settings.

Organisational Responsibilities

Work collaboratively within the MDT and communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues.

Follow health, safety, and safeguarding protocols and maintain patient confidentiality.

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience working in a healthcare setting, ideally within primary care.
• Proven ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team under supervision.
• Experience in managing patient care and understanding treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Registered Nursing Associate and on the NMC register.
• Completed a two-year foundation degree with an NMC-approved provider.
• Evidence of ongoing revalidation with the NMC.
• Trained in childhood immunisations
• Trained in cervical screening

Personal Attributes

• Work continuously within safe boundaries and competencies
• Compassionate, empathetic, and person-centred approach to care.
• Resilient and adaptable under pressure.
• Commitment to reducing health inequalities and promoting diversity and inclusion.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

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.