Practice Nurse

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	11 Awst 2025
Cyflog:	£38,628.97 bob blwyddyn
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog:	£38628.97 a year
Oriau:	Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau:	07 Medi 2025
Lleoliad:	Sheffield, S7 1NF
Cwmni:	NHS Jobs
Math o swydd:	Parhaol
Cyfeirnod swydd:	A3466-25-0057

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Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or other registered care professional dependent on setting with a focus on promoting health and independence. Have proficient 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 a registered nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting. To work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individuals defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed. To engage in positive relationships with patients,carers,families and other staff based on respect and within appropriate boundaries. To always act in a professional capacity. To be able to implement care plans and manage workload. To be able to communication with the patient about care planning risk assessment needs. Communicate complex and sensitive information. Actively contribute to staff meetings Apply practice policies, standards, and guidance. Knowledge, training and experience Develop knowledge of the scope of practice of the Nursing Associate role within different practice settings Develop and improve practical and theoretical knowledge, competence and skills throughout continual training and development opportunities including PLIs. Meet the NMCs revalidation requirements regarding CPD and maintain all evidence required. Contribute towards developing a culture of learning and innovation, developing high quality learning environments. Clinical responsibilities The following list is indicative as tasks and responsibilities will vary depending on the care setting the Nursing Associate is working in. Develop 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 individuals 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. Provide general and specific health screenings to the practice patients within agreed protocols,with referral to the wider MDT i.e. Practice Nurse, ACP, or GPs as necessary. Perform and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse, weight, height, and glucose monitoring. Undertake clinical tasks including cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs. Demonstrate an ability to complete ongoing monitoring templates. Administer vaccines after completion of relevant training under PSDs. Undertake cytology once training and sign off has been completed. Long term condition management, following care plans in place, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Undertake home visits as needed for the patient population working within scope of practice. Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake. Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is always maintained. 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 individuals. 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 administered. 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 Develop understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities Develop skills in relation to coaching,teaching individuals, carers,other staff. 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. 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 Policy and Service Development Promote health and safety maintaining best practice in health, safety and security Share ideas with colleagues to improve care and suggest areas for innovation Participate in audit activities being undertaken in area of practice Contribute to the improvement of service by reflecting on own practice and supporting that of others Adhere to legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines both local and national Regularly attend workplace and staff engagement meetings and contribute positively to discussions about the improvement of care Planning and organisation Plan and manage competing demands of job role, study and placement activities. 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 Registered Nurse or registered care professional and provide feedback on progress against the plans. Communication and relationships Communicate effectively across a wide range of channels and with a wide range of individuals, the public, health and social care professionals, maintaining the focus of communication on delivering and improving health and care services Demonstrate those inter-personal skills that promote clarity, compassion, empathy, respect and trust Contribute to team success and challenge others constructively. Communicate with individuals, carers and other visitors in a courteous and helpful manner, whilst being mindful that there may be barriers to understanding Report to appropriate registered care professional information received from the individuals, carers and members of the team Ensure all patient related information is treated sensitively and adhere to the principals of confidentiality at all times Report any accidents or incidents and raise any concerns as per organisational policy Ensure clear, concise, accurate and legible records and all communication is maintained in relation to care delivered adhering to local and national guidance Ensure ability to manage electronic records system taking cognisance of need to protect access ID, passwords, swipe cards Analytical and judgmental skills 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 Nursing Associate Exercise judgment in assessing patient condition, comfort and wellbeing using analysis of a range of possible factors Ensure that only those 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 Physical skills Use frequent moderate effort when undertaking carrying out manual handling in line with organisational guidelines Use skills of manual dexterity and manipulation of clinical instruments and equipment Financial and physical Raises any concerns to a registered care professional or appropriate person Mental and Emotional effort Maintain a professional approach while working in challenging, distressing situations or dealing with challenging behaviour Support individuals, their families and carers when faced with unwelcome news and life changing diagnoses Have exposure to VDU screen Teaching and Training Be proactive in seeking opportunities to develop own knowledge and skills, achieving clinical competencies and Foundation Degree ,Level 5 qualification within agreed timeframes. Seeks support, guidance in timely manner if any difficulties are encountered. Work in partnership with manager to develop and deliver on Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound SMART objectives at annual appraisal and personal development planning meeting. Take responsibility for organising and attending statutory, mandatory updates in accordance with organisational requirements.