Nursing Associate

8 months ago


Truro, United Kingdom Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Full time

The following list is indicative as tasks and responsibilities will vary depending on the care setting the Nursing Associate is working in: Demonstrate understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care Support people with all aspects of care including daily living, providing person-centred care and promoting health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate Perform and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse Undertake clinical tasks including cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs appropriate to competence and setting Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of people is maintained at all times Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of people Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any 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 delivered Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers Assist in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse Demonstrate understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities Demonstrate skill individuals/carers/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 Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice / guidance from the Registered Nurse or registered care professional as required


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