Nursing Associate

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A Nursing Associate position is available within Allscreens Nationwide Ltd's general practice team. The post-holder will support Practice Nurses, HCAs, GPs, and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective patient care across a range of clinical and health promotion activities.

The role involves assessment, monitoring, and treatment of patients, under supervision, with accountability to the NMC Code.

Qualifications

• Nursing Associate to work under supervision and in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code.

Responsibilities

• Clinical duties include delegated procedures within scope and competence.
• Record and monitor physiological measurements (BP, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, height, weight, BMI).
• Undertake ECG recordings and wound care/dressings.
• Support long-term condition monitoring and vaccinations/immunisations where trained.
• Support national screening and health promotion programmes.
• Maintain patient records accurately and within data protection requirements.

Job description

Job Title Nursing Associate Reports To Practice Manager Accountable To Partners

Job Summary

The Nursing Associate will work as part of the General Practice nursing team, supporting the Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants (HCAs), GPs, and wider multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective, and high-quality patient care. The post holder will deliver a range of clinical and health promotion activities within their scope of practice, contributing to the assessment, monitoring, and treatment of patients. They will support patients to improve and maintain their health and wellbeing while promoting a positive patient experience. The Nursing Associate will work under the direction and supervision of registered healthcare professionals, whilst being accountable for their own practice in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

The post holder will:

• Undertake a range of delegated clinical procedures within their scope of practice and competence.
• Record and monitor physiological measurements including: Blood pressure Pulse Temperature Respiratory rate Height and weight BMI
• Undertake ECG recordings.
• Carry out wound care and simple dressings.
• Support patients with long-term condition monitoring as directed by the nursing team.
• Administer vaccinations and immunisations where appropriately trained and competent.
• Support national screening and health promotion programmes.
• Recognise changes in a patient's condition and escalation concerns appropriately.
• Assist in maintaining safe clinical environments and infection prevention and control standards.

Patient Care

The post holder will:

• Provide compassionate, person-centred care to patients and their families.
• Support patients to understand and manage their health conditions.
• Provide health promotion and lifestyle advice in line with practice protocols.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.

Working with the Nursing Team

The post holder will:

• Work closely with Practice Nurses and HCAs to deliver nursing services.
• Support the nursing team in delivering chronic disease management programmes.
• Assist with clinical recalls and monitoring activities.
• Contribute to achieving quality improvement and patient safety objectives.
• Participate in team meetings and service development initiatives.

Record Keeping

The post holder will:

• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete patient records.
• Ensure all clinical information is entered onto the clinical system in accordance with practice procedures.
• Comply with information governance and data protection requirements.

Professional Responsibilities

The post holder will:

• Work within NMC standards, professional guidelines, and organisational policies.
• Maintain professional registration and revalidation requirements.
• Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal, and continuing professional development.
• Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and service improvement.
• Work within the limits of their competence and seek support when required.

General Responsibilities

The post holder will:

• Adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Comply with safeguarding policies for adults and children.
• Support equality, diversity, and inclusion within the workplace.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding patients, staff, and practice information.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role and grade.