As a Nursing Associate, you will be joining a state-of-the-art clinic with access to world-class diagnostics and consultant-led services. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nursing Associate to join our multidisciplinary team at Basinghall Clinic, an advanced outpatient diagnostics centre under Bupa Cromwell Hospital. As a Nursing Associate, you will play a crucial role in delivering safe, effective, and person-centered care, working collaboratively with our consultants, nurses, and administrative team to provide an exceptional patient experience. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality care delivery within a dynamic and innovative outpatient setting.
What you'll do:
1. Deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients under the supervision of registered nurses and in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Code and Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates.
2. Support patients throughout their outpatient journey, including diagnostics, minor procedures, and follow-up care.
3. Monitor and record patients' vital signs and clinical observations, escalating concerns as per clinical policies and procedures.
4. Assist with minor clinical procedures and support consultants during diagnostic or interventional appointments.
5. Perform venepuncture, ECGs, wound care, bladder scans, and other clinical tasks within your scope of practice.
6. Maintain accurate, timely, and complete patient documentation using appropriate platforms.
7. Work collaboratively across all clinics, liaising effectively with consultants, admin staff, and the Cromwell hospital where appropriate.
8. Contribute to quality improvement activities, audits, and service development projects within the unit.
9. Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards, health and safety regulations, and organisational policies.
10. Participate in clinical supervision, reflective practices, and ongoing professional development.
11. Recognize changing priorities and seek advice and guidance from registered care professionals as appropriate.
12. Communicate effectively with colleagues, providing clear verbal, digital, or written information and instructions when sharing information, delegating, or handing over responsibility for care.
13. Support flexibility with off-duty to maintain a well-resourced clinical area.
14. Participate in clinical audits as required by the clinical staff.
15. Ensure adequate stock levels to allow care to be provided.
Benefits:
* Payment of professional registration fees.
* Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing through length of service, with options to buy or sell.
* Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind.
* An enhanced pension plan and life insurance.
* Annual performance-based bonus.
* Onsite gyms or local discounts where no onsite gym available.
* Various other benefits and online discounts.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Bupa is committed to assessing every applicant solely on personal merit and qualifications. We celebrate diversity and provide an inclusive environment so you can bring your true self to Bupa. We are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We will ensure fair treatment and reasonable adjustments during our recruitment process. For alternative format information regarding this role, please email: careers@bupa.com.
All employees have a duty to ensure safeguarding children, young people, and adults at risk is prioritized and acted upon appropriately.
Qualifications and Experience:
* ILS trained.
* Minimum 1 year experience as a Nursing Associate in a clinical environment.
* Experience in outpatient or acute care settings.
* Experience supporting diagnostic procedures and chaperoning.
* Immunisation training.
* Competent in venepuncture, cannulation, basic wound care, and use of ANTT.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Computer literate with the ability to manage electronic patient records.
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