Registered Nursing Associate or Experienced Healthcare Assistant
| Posting date: | 27 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 April 2026 |
| Location: | Leeds, LS17 8AE |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A5065-26-0002 |
Summary
Patient Care and Support Assist in patient assessment, care planning, and care delivery under the supervision of Registered Nursing Associate, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, and other MDT professionals. The scope of practice depends on registration: HCAs primarily monitor patients and escalate concerns, while RNAs are able to provide more detailed, in depth care. Coordinate, deliver, and complete annual health reviews for care home residents, ensuring a proactive and holistic approach to care Undertake Part 1 health reviews and, where appropriate and within scope of practice, complete Part 2 reviews or refer to the relevant clinician for further assessment Perform basic clinical procedures, including measurement of vital signs; blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturation and diabetic foot checks, to monitor patient health status. Complete MUST assessments, identify risks of malnutrition, escalate concerns appropriately, and contribute to care planning. Carry out MUAC measurements where weight based assessments are not suitable. Support the care of patients requiring wound care, dressings, and other minor clinical interventions, ensuring appropriate escalation, referral, and follow-up where required. Assist in monitoring patient health, escalating concerns appropriately, and ensuring timely intervention where deterioration is identified Administer medications and injections, including flu and COVID vaccinations, in accordance with PSDs, practice protocols, training, and indemnity arrangements. Support the identification and management of patients with frailty and long-term conditions, contributing to proactive care planning and improved patient outcomes Demonstrate effective communication skills, including active listening, empathy, and appropriate assertiveness when advocating for patient needs Care Home Caseload Management Use Clinical Systems to identify patients due for annual health reviews and schedule visits in line with patients birth months. Liaise with care home staff regarding upcoming visits, reviews, and care interventions. Frailty and PCN Project Support Support and contribute to PCN-wide projects and service delivery as required, including: Vaccination programmes (e.g. influenza and COVID-19) QOF-related work and ad-hoc clinics Service improvement or development initiatives Documentation and Record Keeping Accurately document all patient interactions, assessments, and care provided in line with local and national standards Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and adherence to relevant data protection and governance policies, procedures, and regulatory standards Team Collaboration and PCN Working Work closely with the PCN pharmacy team and other PCN/practice-based staff to support safe, effective medicines management and coordinated care planning Build and maintain strong professional relationships across multiple GP practices and community services to support integrated working Act as a key point of coordination between care homes, GP practices, and the wider multidisciplinary team Participate in team meetings, care reviews, and project discussions, providing input appropriate to role. Professional Development Take responsibility for own professional development and maintain competence in line with role requirements and professional registration (for RNAs) Engage in role-appropriate training, development, and mandatory updates. Seek guidance, feedback, and supervision to support safe, effective practice. Patient Safety and Quality Work autonomously within scope of practice while recognising limitations and seeking guidance when required, reporting any observed concerns related to patient safety or quality of care to supervising staff. Adhere to infection prevention and control policies.