Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Nurse Associate role. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. Key Duties and Responsibilities Treatment room duties in line with competency e.g. basic wound care, suture/clip removal, ECG, phlebotomy, urinalysis. Monitoring of long-term conditions/annual review QOF related with complex patients being referred to registered nurse. Administration of injections and vaccinations including flu, pneumonia, shingles and B12. Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children. Administering of medication in accordance within regulatory guidelines for Nurse Associates. Cervical screening following public health guidance on training requirements. Low level referrals such as social prescribing, smoking cessation, and weight management. Ensure infection prevention and control guidelines are adhered to. Monitor patient outcomes including escalation of interventions, when necessary, recognise abnormalities and be aware of the appropriate action to take. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care. Check compliance with and adherence to appropriate treatments using a holistic patient centred approach. Use of interpreting and translating services. Chaperoning duties. Be responsible for the maintenance of equipment and stock control: including refrigeration, vaccine ordering, single use equipment, general treatment room equipment and stock emergency drugs and equipment. Vaccine cold chain storage, monitoring and recording. Maintain accurate records in line with practice policy and NMC guidelines using appropriate computer software. Communicate effectively with other members of the practice team and wider primary care network providing input and support to colleagues in the treatment and care of patients. Co-operate and participate as required in any research projects within the practice. Participate in practice audits, quality improvement activities, service assessment and service redesign. Take responsibility for a lead area. Participate in the development of practice policies: procedures and guidelines where appropriate.