Clinical Responsibilities of the Nurse Associate: Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a registered care professional with a focus on promoting health and independence Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual To work on PCN wide initiatives e.g. Enhanced Access, vaccine clinics; flu and COVID. Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a registered care professionals 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 Provide person-centred care and promote health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate Perform and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse Undertake clinical tasks including cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, and cytology Undertake Chronic Disease management reviews Monitor and support the practice nurse with the management of patients with long term conditions using a patient centred approach Recognise changes in the patients condition which requires the intervention of others and understand when to refer to senior practitioners for help Administer medications as prescribed and in accordance with the NMC under patient Specific Directions (PSD) Deliver opportunistic health care Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is always maintained Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and guidance from a registered care professional as appropriate To be an accountable professional who is responsible for their actions, working in line with NMC standards of proficiency Report back and share information with the registered care professional 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 Develop understanding of caring for individuals with conditions for example dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities 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 Demonstrate good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice / guidance from the registered care professional as required 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 individualThe post holder will comply with the employing organisations policies and procedures.