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The East Lancashire Alliance is currently recruiting for a qualified Nurse Associate on behalf of the Hyndburn Central PCN.

This is a full time Fixed Term position for 24 months [Possibility of this becoming a perm position].

• Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centred, compassionate care under the direction of a Community Link Nurse, with a focus on promoting health and independence.
• Be an accountable professional and work as part of a designated clinical and care team, focusing on the direct needs of the individual.
• Carry out specific clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction of a Community Link Nurse.
• Work without direct supervision at times, delivering care independently in line with the patient‑defined plan of care, within the scope of practice expected of a Nurse Associate role.

The East Lancashire Alliance is a network of 9 PCNs covering 48 GP practices and a population of over 390,000 patients across East Lancashire. Patients are at the heart of everything we do and we pride ourselves on ensuring our patients feel safe, supported, communicated with and respected at a time when they may feel vulnerable. The Alliance represents our member practices and champions Primary Care Partners, working with local general practice and other system partners to deliver patient‑centred, local healthcare services.

Each practice has a close‑knit team of staff who collectively seek to improve the health of their patient populations.

East Lancashire is one of the world’s most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner towns and villages with great shopping, entertainment and dining options, wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

• Maintain a professional portfolio, identifying role and skill development in line with the NMC Code of professional practice.
• Keep up to date with current national developments in nursing practice and policy.
• Ensure NMC revalidation requirements are met.
• Contribute to PCN‑wide/departmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain a professional appearance in line with the Hyndburn PCN dress code.
• Uphold Hyndburn PCN values and behaviours, acting in a manner fitting for the position to maintain public confidence and reputation for delivering excellent care.
• Maintain professional working relationships with staff and respect the equality and diversity of each and every person encountered in the course of the job.
• Deliver high‑quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Community Link Nurse (or other registered care professional depending on setting) with a focus on promoting health and independence.
• Demonstrate attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values.
• Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual.
• Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of Community Link Nurses or other registered care professionals depending on setting.
• Speak and act as an accountable, independent professional, recognizing that only activities for which competence has been achieved are undertaken without supervision.

• Work within clearly defined accountability frameworks and boundaries of limitation to provide the best possible care in partnership with colleagues, patients and their carers.
• Develop and improve personal practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills and maintain a portfolio of evidence.
• Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high‑quality learning environments.
• Communicate effectively across a wide range of individuals, the public, and health and social care professionals.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust.
• Contribute to team success and challenge others constructively.
• Communicate information from patients, carers and team members appropriately and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Report any accidents or incidents and raise concerns as per organisational policy.
• Ensure clear, concise, accurate and legible records are made and that all communication is maintained in relation to care delivery, adhering to Trust and national guidance.
• Demonstrate personal responsibility and independence within defined parameters of practice, taking initiative in a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skills consistent with the role, responsibilities and professional values of a Nursing Associate.

• Assist the Community Link Nurse in the ongoing assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care.
• Provide and monitor care, support individuals with all aspects of daily living, and promote health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate.
• Perform and record clinical observations (blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse and NEWS), accurately record nutritional and fluid intake.
• Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times.
• Seek advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate when priorities change.
• Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals.
• Recognise safeguarding issues and report problems or raise concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals.
• Assist in the assessment of and contribute to the management of risk across several areas within the environment where care is being administered.
• Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional, psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers.
• Assist in the delivery of care as prescribed by the Community Link Nurse.
• Develop an understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions such as dementia, mental illness, and learning disabilities.
• Develop skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals, carers and other staff.
• Assist with the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcomes.
• Develop a working knowledge of other providers, resources and referral systems to ensure individuals needs are met, within parameters of practice.
• Engage in reflective practice, including management of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions and reflecting on answers given.
• Demonstrate good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures.
• Demonstrate good understanding of the Mental Health Act / Deprivation of Liberty Standards (DoLs) and apply principles to everyday practice, seeking advice/guidance from the Community Link Nurse or registered care professional as required.
• Plan and manage competing demands of job role, study and placement activities.
• Work in an effective and organised manner, demonstrating excellent time management, organisation and skills to effectively deliver person‑centred care for an allocated group of individuals.
• Deliver effective care following treatment plans determined by the Community Link Nurse or registered care professional and provide feedback on progress against the plans.

• Plan and manage competing demands of the job role.
• Work in an effective and organised manner, demonstrating excellent time management and organisational skills to effectively deliver person‑centred care for an allocated group of individuals.
• Deliver effective care following treatment plans determined by the Community Link Nurse or registered care professional and provide feedback on progress against the plans.

• Exercise personal responsibility and work independently within defined parameters of practice, taking the initiative in a variety of situations and performing a range of clinical and care skills consistent with the role, responsibilities and professional values of a Nurse Associate.
• Exercise judgment in assessing patient condition, comfort and wellbeing using analysis of a range of possible factors.
• Ensure that only activities for which competence has been achieved are undertaken without supervision, and that recognition is given to the impact and consequences of practising outside capability.

• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nurse Associate in the context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
• Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise.
• IT skills appropriate to the role.
• Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers.
• Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times.
• Ability to deal with the non‑routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact.
• Ability to work on own initiative, be well motivated and motivate others.
• Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.
• Able to demonstrate resilience, managing personal emotions and stress.
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional.
• Ability to engage and complete preceptorship.
• Understanding of evidence‑based practice.

• Previous experience of working within a health / care setting.
• Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count).

• Registered Nurse Associate on the NMC register.
• Care Certificate.
• Educated to a minimum level 5 foundation degree specific to nursing associate practice.
• GCSE level 4‑9 in Maths and English or equivalent.

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.