Practice Nurse / Nursing Associate

NHS Jobs; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Stenhouse Medical Centre in Nottingham is seeking a Nurse or Nursing Associate to provide compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centred care within the GP practice. The post involves clinical assessments, management of long-term conditions and contributing to patient education, wound care, vaccinations and safeguarding.

You will work collaboratively with the wider team to ensure continuity of care, accurate documentation and adherence to professional standards.

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse or Nursing Associate.
• Commitment to safe, compassionate, patient-centred care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and prioritising workload.
• Ability to work independently within professional boundaries and as part of a team.
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centred care and conduct clinical assessments.
• Support management of long-term conditions and promote health education.
• Undertake wound care, dressings and vaccinations where trained.
• Maintain accurate patient records and participate in clinical governance.
• Work with the practice team to deliver coordinated patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Organisational skills

Independent working

Patient-centred approach

Education

NMC registration as Nurse or Nursing Associate

Job description

Clinical Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, evidence-based and patient-centred care. Undertake clinical assessments and observations appropriate to qualifications and competence. Support the management and monitoring of patients with long-term conditions, where appropriately trained and competent. Participate in health promotion, preventative care and patient education. Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical procedures where trained and authorised. Administer vaccinations and immunisations where appropriately trained, competent and authorised. Recognise changes in a patient's condition and elevate concerns promptly to the appropriate clinician. Support the delivery of practice clinics and planned patient reviews. Promote self-care and provide patients with appropriate health information and advice within the scope of the role.

Nursing Associate Responsibilities

Where the post holder is employed as a Nursing Associate, duties will be undertaken in accordance with NMC standards, local protocols, demonstrated competence and appropriate supervision. Responsibilities may include: Supporting registered nurses and other clinicians in delivering patient care. Undertaking delegated clinical tasks and recording observations. Monitoring patients and reporting changes or concerns to the registered practitioner. Supporting care planning, health promotion and patient follow-up. Maintaining accurate clinical documentation. Contributing to safe, effective and compassionate care within the Nursing Associate scope of practice.

Administrative and Professional Responsibilities

Maintain accurate, timely and confidential patient records using the practice clinical system. Follow information governance, data protection and confidentiality requirements. Comply with infection prevention and control policies. Maintain safe clinical environments and ensure equipment is used appropriately. Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement activities and practice meetings as required. Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns appropriately. Work in accordance with practice policies, clinical protocols and relevant professional standards. Maintain mandatory training and participate in continuing professional development. Report incidents, near misses and risks in accordance with practice procedures.

Teamwork and Communication

Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to provide coordinated patient care. Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, relatives, carers and colleagues. Treat all patients with dignity, respect and compassion. Support continuity of care through clear documentation and appropriate handovers. Contribute positively to a supportive and inclusive working environment.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse or Nursing Associate, as applicable to the post.


• Demonstrable commitment to safe, compassionate and patient-centred care.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload.


• Ability to work independently within professional boundaries and collaboratively as part of a team.


• Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, infection prevention and patient safety.


• Commitment to professional development and maintaining competence.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience in general practice or a primary care setting.


• Experience supporting patients with long-term conditions.


• Experience in health promotion, wound care, vaccinations or other relevant clinical procedures.


• Familiarity with electronic patient records and clinical documentation.


• Knowledge of primary care protocols and clinical governance.

Personal Qualities

• Caring, approachable and empathetic.


• Reliable, flexible and professional.


• Enthusiastic about delivering excellent patient care.


• A confident communicator and effective team player.


• Proactive, organised and willing to learn.


• Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Confidentiality and Information Governance

The post holder must maintain strict patient confidentiality and comply with applicable data protection legislation, information governance requirements and practice policies. Patient information must only be accessed, used or shared where there is a legitimate and authorised reason.

Health, Safety and Infection Control

The post holder is expected to comply with all relevant health and safety, infection prevention and control, safeguarding and clinical risk management policies. Any concerns relating to patient safety, staff safety or clinical practice must be reported promptly through the appropriate channels.

Professional Development

The post holder will be expected to maintain the knowledge and skills required for their role, complete mandatory training and participate in relevant learning and development activities. They must work within their professional scope of practice and seek advice or supervision whenever necessary.

General

This job description outlines the main responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive. Duties may be reviewed in consultation with the post holder to reflect the needs of the practice, provided they remain appropriate to the individual's qualifications, competence and professional scope of practice. Stenhouse Medical Centre is committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and providing high-quality care to all patients.