Nurse Associate - 12m maternity cover

Key duties include undertaking clinical procedures such as

venepuncture, ECGs, wound care, health checks and basic observations,

supporting the management of patients with long-term conditions, and assisting

with vaccination and immunisation programmes where appropriately trained. The

post-holder will provide health promotion advice, support patients in managing

their health and wellbeing, maintain accurate clinical records using the

practice's electronic patient record system, and contribute to quality improvement

and infection prevention activities.

Working under the direction of registered

nurses and GPs, the Nurse Associate will ensure care is delivered safely,

effectively and compassionately while adhering to professional standards,

practice policies and the NMC Code. The role requires excellent communication

skills, a flexible approach and a commitment to delivering outstanding care.

Undertake clinical procedures within scope of practice, including:

Blood pressure monitoring

Venepuncture and phlebotomy

ECG recording

Dressings and wound care

Simple wound closure (where trained and competent)

Ear irrigation (where trained and competent)

Urinalysis and specimen collection

Support chronic disease monitoring clinics, including diabetes, asthma, COPD and hypertension reviews.

Administer vaccinations and immunisations where appropriately trained and authorised.

Assist with cervical screening programmes where trained and competent.

Deliver health promotion and preventative healthcare advice to patients.

Recognise deterioration or safeguarding concerns and escalate appropriately.

Contribute to infection prevention and control procedures.

Spring Gardens Group Medical Practice is a thriving, forward-thinking GP training practice serving more than 20,000 patients from our modern city-centre base in Worcester. We are proud to combine the personal touch of traditional family medicine with an innovative approach to delivering high-quality healthcare for our diverse patient population.

Our multidisciplinary team brings together eight GP partners alongside salaried GPs, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists and a highly skilled administrative team, all working collaboratively to provide outstanding patient care. We foster a culture where every team member is valued, supported and encouraged to contribute ideas that help shape and improve our services.

As an accredited training practice, learning and development are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to nurturing talent, supporting career progression and creating opportunities for professional growth at every stage. Our GP partners maintain a genuinely open-door approach, promoting accessible clinical support, shared decision-making and a strong sense of teamwork. This creates an environment where colleagues feel confident, supported and empowered to deliver the very best outcomes for patients.

At Spring Gardens, you will join a welcoming and ambitious practice that values compassion, innovation and continuous improvement, making it an excellent place to develop your career in primary care.

Qualifications

Essential: - Registered Nursing Associate qualification.; - Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Desirable: - Vaccination and immunisation training.; - Qualified in Phlebotomy

Experience

Essential: - Experience working in a healthcare setting.; - Experience delivering direct patient care.; - Experience maintaining accurate clinical records