Nursing Associate/ Health Care Assistant

NHS; Oxford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS GP surgery in Headington, Oxford is seeking a passionate Nursing Associate or Health Care Assistant. The successful candidate will support healthcare delivery through tasks like administering vaccinations and recording vital signs, while also contributing to patient education initiatives. This role is aligned with high professional standards and supports ongoing development opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Annual Away Day

Fresh fruit deliveries

Homemade cakes

Morning coffee in a sunny Quad

Qualifications

• Registered Nursing Associate without active conditions.
• Experience in general practice or community healthcare.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Perform cervical smear tests and administer vaccinations.
• Record and monitor vital signs and maintain clinical documentation.
• Assist in health promotion and patient education.

Skills

Patient Education

Health Promotion

Wound Care

Phlebotomy

Education

Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)

Up-to-date immunisation and vaccination training

Job description

Nursing Associate/Health Care Assistant

We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced Nursing Associate or Health Care Assistant to join our practice.

Main duties of the job

Working under the direct supervision of the nursing team and in accordance with Practice guidelines and protocols, the post-holder will perform tasks based on their training level, such as venepuncture for blood samples, NHS Health checks, and Diabetes Year of Care checks. Training can be provided to develop skills further. Duties may include all tasks normally undertaken by a Nursing Associate or Health Care Assistant, as well as additional roles agreed with the Lead Nurse, considering current training.

About us

Hedena Health is a GP Surgery in Headington, Oxford, serving approximately 26,000 patients from diverse backgrounds.

Located next to Bury Knowle Park with free onsite parking, we focus on staff wellbeing with initiatives like an annual Away Day, staff outings, a Hedena running club, fresh fruit deliveries, homemade cakes, and morning coffee in our sunny Quad. We support Student Nurses and Paramedics in clinical practice and collaborate with other Oxfordshire services to improve patient care and public health initiatives.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake cervical smear (cytology) tests following national guidelines.
• Administer various injections, including childhood immunisations, flu, and COVID-19 vaccines.
• Perform basic wound care, dressings, and suture or clip removal.
• Record and monitor vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, and weight.
• Perform ECGs, urinalysis, and phlebotomy (if trained).
• Assist in health promotion, lifestyle advice, and patient education.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation using EMIS.
• Follow infection prevention protocols and contribute to audits and stock management.

Special Requirements:

• Strict confidentiality adherence.
• Use of judgment, resourcefulness, and common sense.
• Commitment to high professional standards and ongoing development.
• Compliance with health, safety, and infection control protocols.
• Effective use of practice and NHS resources.
• Awareness of personal limitations and scope of practice.
• Adherence to UKCC Code of Conduct and professional development plans.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Nursing Associate with no active conditions.
• Willingness to undertake training in cervical screening and childhood immunisations if not already trained.
• Up-to-date immunisation and vaccination training.
• Experience in general practice or community healthcare.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection.
• Proficiency with clinical systems and electronic records.
• Experience in phlebotomy and wound care.
• Experience supporting QOF targets and recall systems.
• Additional qualifications in chronic disease management or smoking cessation are desirable.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975.