Nursing Associate in Oswestry inOswestry PUBLISHED MON 17 MAR 2025 Jump to job information section

Depending on experience Pay dependent upon experience but starting band 4 PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

The Caxton Surgery rY4PHZGo

Job description

Here is a great opportunity to join The Caxton Surgery as we are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic qualified Nursing Associate to join and support our excellent Nursing team.

We are a well established and friendly practice of 14,200 patients in the attractive market town of Oswestry near the Welsh border. We have a good reputation, low staff turnover and excellent patient feedback and strive to provide the best care possible to our population.

The ideal candidate would be available to work 32-37.5 hours across 4-5 days a week there might be some flexibility for the right candidate but they must be able to work a Friday. You will provide and maintain a high standard of care for patients and provide assistance to the Nursing team and Doctors.

The duties will include the normal duties undertaken by a Nursing Associate including phlebotomy, injections, wound care, dopplers, health checks, cervical smears and infection control duties. Extra training and support will be given to enhance and develop the skills needed for this role whilst in post, please note as this is a new role within general practice that there will be thorough inhouse and external training expected as part of the role.

Please note we are looking for a candidate with a UK Nursing Associate qualification already.

About us
The principal task is to support the registered nurses to enable them to focus on complex and specialist care by delivery of duties including phlebotomy, injections, wound care, dopplers, health checks, cervical smears and infection control duties. Extra training and support will be given to enhance and develop the skills needed for this role whilst in post.

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Useful skills for a Nursing Associate: Click to view

To work as a Nursing Associate in the UK, you need a combination of clinical skills, interpersonal abilities, and professional attributes. Here are some key skills and qualifications that are typically required:

1. Clinical Skills:

- Basic nursing care procedures (e.g., taking vital signs, assisting with personal care, feeding)

- Understanding of infection control practices

- Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures

- Ability to support patients with mobility and rehabilitation

2. Communication Skills:

- Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals

- Ability to convey information clearly and empathetically

- Listening skills to understand patient needs and concerns

3. Interpersonal Skills:

- Building rapport with patients and colleagues

- Teamworking abilities to collaborate with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals

- Conflict resolution skills

4. Compassion and Empathy:

- A genuine desire to care for others, providing emotional support and understanding to patients and their families

5. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving:

- Ability to assess patient needs and respond appropriately to changes in condition

- Good judgement in making decisions about care priorities

6. Organizational and Time Management Skills:

- Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment

- Prioritizing care based on patient needs

7. Digital Literacy:

- Proficiency in using healthcare technology, such as electronic health records and other digital tools

8. Adaptability and Resilience:

- Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and workloads

- Coping strategies to handle the emotional demands of healthcare work

9. Understanding of Policy and Procedures:

- Knowledge of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and other regulatory frameworks for care

10. Educational Qualifications:

- A foundation degree in nursing or a relevant healthcare qualification, or completion of an approved Nursing Associate training program

- Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) upon completion of training

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