We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Nurse Associate to join our Primary Care Network PCN and practice teams. As a Nurse Associate, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high quality primary care services within the PCN. You will work closely with the clinical team to provide exceptional patient care and contribute to the overall success of the PCN., As a Nurse Associate, you will be responsible for
* Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive and patient centered care to individuals across the lifespan.
* Assist with the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care plans following established protocols and guidelines.
* Conduct routine health checks, administer medications, and assist with minor procedures as directed by healthcare professionals.
* Perform diagnostic tests and assist in the collection and interpretation of data, including vital signs, lab results, and patient histories.
* Provide health education and counselling to patients and their families, promoting healthy lifestyles and disease prevention.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to data protection regulations.
* Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate and facilitate referrals, ensuring timely access to specialist services.
* Participate in quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance patient care outcomes.
* Stay informed about current developments in healthcare and attend relevant training and educational sessions to enhance professional knowledge and skills.
* Adhere to professional standards, guidelines, and ethical principles, ensuring safe and effective practice at all times.
Worcester City PCN
Were a group of 9 practices in Worcester, covering the population of over 125,000 patients. Were understanding of our local demographic and cater our care towards this - making sure every individual receives the correct care for their health and wellbeing, at any stage of life. SW Healthcare is a fast-growing provider of community-based healthcare services to NHS patients within South Worcestershire. The organisation utilises the excellent clinical expertise that already resides within the local NHS environment and harnesses it with efficient administration pathways to provide patients with more convenient and accessible services. We hope that by doing this we will not only deliver pathway improvements to patients but also go some way to relieving the growing volume pressures that are being experienced within local hospitals and GP practices.