Nurse Associate

Main duties of the job

This position is offered on a part time and permanent basis. You will work 18 hours per week, comprising 2 shifts, which will vary between 7.00am-4.00pm and 7.00am-9.00pm. Saturday working will be required to meet the needs of the service and shifts will be 7.00am-4.00pm or 8.00am-5.00pm. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, contributing to clinical care, harm reduction and recovery-focused support for people with complex needs, promoting person-centred, trauma-informed care at all times.

• Supporting the delivery of safe, effective clinical interventions
• Carrying out health assessments, observations and basic clinical procedures
• Supporting harm reduction initiatives, including BBV screening and health promotion
• Maintaining accurate clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards
• Working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, including nurses, recovery workers and external health professionals
• Contributing to safeguarding, risk management and service quality improvement

All applicants must submit a CV along with a cover letter explaining why they should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted without a cover letter.

Please note:

This role may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Closing date:
Friday 27th February

Join our team as Nurse Associate in Lincoln - Job Description/Person Specification. Are you passionate about delivering high quality nursing care, with a focus on promoting health and independence? Our team based at HMP Lincoln is looking for a Nurse Associate to join them in providing care and support for individuals accessing support for substance misuse. This is a rewarding role for someone who is compassionate, organised and motivated to make a real difference in people s lives.

As a leading charity supporting people with drug, alcohol, and mental health challenges, we operate over 80 services across England and Scotland, providing free and confidential support to more than 100,000 people each year. Find out more about us here.

This position is offered on a part time and permanent basis. You will work 18 hours per week, comprising 2 shifts, which will vary between 7.00am-4.00pm and 7.00am-9.00pm. Saturday working will be required to meet the needs of the service and shifts will be 7.00am-4.00pm or 8.00am-5.00pm. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, contributing to clinical care, harm reduction and recovery-focused support for people with complex needs, promoting person-centred, trauma-informed care at all times.

• Supporting the delivery of safe, effective clinical interventions
• Carrying out health assessments, observations and basic clinical procedures
• Supporting harm reduction initiatives, including BBV screening and health promotion
• Maintaining accurate clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards
• Working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, including nurses, recovery workers and external health professionals
• Contributing to safeguarding, risk management and service quality improvement

We d be excited to see the following in your application:

• Evidence of a Nurse Associate qualification and NMC registration
• Evidence of working collaboratively with other members of a multi-disciplinary team, as well as the ability to work independently
• Evidence of medication administration and knowledge around CD administration
• Contribution to ongoing assessment of care, recognising when to refer to senior colleagues
• Clinical skills, including ECG monitoring, venepuncture and vital sign recording

As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our vision of a future where everyone lives a life free from the harm associated with drugs and alcohol. We welcome the unique contributions that you can…