Nursing Associate

The Nursing Associate is a vital member of the nursing team, providing support to registered nurses and doctors in a General Practice Surgery. This role requires a combination of technical skills, compassion, and a strong commitment to patient care. Key Responsibilities: All duties will be undertaken in line with the training and instruction provided by the Practice Nurse and General Practitioners. Enable patients, families and carers to develop their knowledge and understanding about their health and well-being and be as self-managing as possible.

To assist and perform routine nursing tasks related to patient care, such as routine BP checks, weight and height measurements, test and record blood sugar levels, pulse and temperature recordings, ECG, Spirometry, BMI and lifestyle advice. To assist and perform routine treatment room duties in line with competency e.g. Suture/clip removal, Basic wound care, Phlebotomy, Urinalysis, Venepuncture and the taking and preparing of pathology samples. Undertake simple dressing procedures following practice guidelines and using aseptic technique.

With appropriate training, to undertake cervical sample taking as per national guidance To support patients to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing by using behaviour change interventions, such as undertaking health checks (physical and mental), smoking cessation services. To support chronic disease management including monitoring patients with stable asthma, undertaking preliminary investigations for Type 2 diabetes patients, such as foot checks. Provide healthy lifestyle advice regarding diet/exercise/smoking. Advise patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate, including signposting patients to personalised care colleagues and local community and voluntary sector services.

Support immunisation programmes. Assist in minor surgery procedures, implant insertions/removals, coils using aseptic technique. To provide support and supervision to training nursing associates, healthcare assistants, apprentices, and those on learning assignments/placements as required The collection of clinical waste, ensuring appropriate storage prior to disposal. To ensure adequate clinical stock levels and maintain an effective stock management system.

The checking and recording of medical supplies on receipt. Ensure adequate infection control procedures in treatment and consulting rooms. To maintain accurate patient records and enter onto the computer using agreed Read Codes. Ability to understand when to seek advice and refer patient to other health professionals.

To continue with professional development. Participate in meetings and projects within the BERINSFIELD HEALTH CENTRE. Assessment and planning of delegated care. Administering of Medication, where necessary, in accordance within regulatory guidelines for Nursing Associates.

Be able to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation according to current UK guidelines. Ensure infection control guidelines are maintained. Communicate effectively with other members of the primary health care team and patients. Preserve confidentiality.

Empathise with, and support people to improve and maintain their mental and physical health and wellbeing. Act in the best interests of service users, carers, families and communities cared for Use knowledge and experience to make evidence-based decisions and solve problems. Engage in reflective practice including management of self and reflection on own reactions, asking questions and reflecting on answers given. Participate in Quality Improvement activities.

Be responsible for own actions. Act professionally at all times. This job description is not exhaustive and may be adjusted periodically after review and consultation. You will also be expected to carry out any reasonable duties which may be requested from time-to-time.