Hedena Health Ltd

Nursing Associate

Hedena Health Ltd View all jobs


North East England
Permanent
Aged Care Worker

Posted 27 day(s) ago

Reference: 2325411


Job summary

Hedena Health is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and patient-focused Nursing Associate to support the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality care within our GP practice. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, helping to meet the healthcare needs of our patients while promoting positive health outcomes. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop existing clinical skills and gain experience within a busy and rewarding primary care environment.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a motivated and clinically skilled Nursing Associate to join our primary care team. The post holder will provide patient-centred care under the supervision of registered professionals, with particular responsibility for delivering cervical smear tests (or a willingness to take on further training), administering injections(or a willingness to take on further training), phlebotomy, NHS Health Checks and contributing to the day-to-day delivery of general practice services.

About us

Hedena Health is a large and progressive primary care organisation serving communities across Oxfordshire. We are committed to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare services that place patients at the centre of everything we do.

We are dedicated to creating a positive working environment where staff are supported to develop their skills, contribute new ideas and provide the highest standard of care. Joining Hedena Health offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative and forward-thinking team focused on improving health outcomes for the local population.

Details
Date posted

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A3940-26-0011

Job locations

207 London Road

Headington

Oxford

OX3 9JA

United Kingdom


Job description
Job responsibilities

  • Undertake cervical smear (cytology) tests in line with national guidelines and protocols.
    • Administer a range of injections, including:
      • Childhood immunisations (as appropriate)
      • Flu and COVID-19 vaccines
      • Travel vaccinations
      • Vitamin B12 injections
    • Perform basic wound care, dressings, and removal of sutures or clips.
    • Record and monitor vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, and weight.
    • Perform ECGs, urinalysis, and phlebotomy (if trained).
    • Assist in health promotion, lifestyle advice, and patient education.
    • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation using practice systems (EMIS).
    • Follow infection prevention and control protocols and contribute to clinical audits and stock management.
    Job description
    Job responsibilities

  • Undertake cervical smear (cytology) tests in line with national guidelines and protocols.
    • Administer a range of injections, including:
      • Childhood immunisations (as appropriate)
      • Flu and COVID-19 vaccines
      • Travel vaccinations
      • Vitamin B12 injections
    • Perform basic wound care, dressings, and removal of sutures or clips.
    • Record and monitor vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, and weight.
    • Perform ECGs, urinalysis, and phlebotomy (if trained).
    • Assist in health promotion, lifestyle advice, and patient education.
    • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation using practice systems (EMIS).
    • Follow infection prevention and control protocols and contribute to clinical audits and stock management.
    Person Specification
    Qualifications
    Essential
    • Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council NMC as a Nursing Associate with no active conditions to practice.
    • Trained in cervical screening or willingness to undertake training.
    • Trained in Childhood immunisations or willingness to undertake training.
    • Up-to-date training in immunisation and vaccination.
    • Experience in a general practice or community healthcare setting.
    • Good knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection.
    • Confident using clinical systems and electronic records.
    Desirable
    • Phlebotomy and wound care experience.
    • Experience supporting - QOF Quality and Outcomes Framework targets and recall systems.
    • Additional qualifications in chronic disease management or smoking cessation.
    Person Specification
    Qualifications
    Essential
    • Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council NMC as a Nursing Associate with no active conditions to practice.
    • Trained in cervical screening or willingness to undertake training.
    • Trained in Childhood immunisations or willingness to undertake training.
    • Up-to-date training in immunisation and vaccination.
    • Experience in a general practice or community healthcare setting.
    • Good knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection.
    • Confident using clinical systems and electronic records.
    Desirable
    • Phlebotomy and wound care experience.
    • Experience supporting - QOF Quality and Outcomes Framework targets and recall systems.
    • Additional qualifications in chronic disease management or smoking cessation.
    UK Registration

    Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

    Additional information
    UK Registration

    Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

    Employer details
    Employer name

    Hedena Health Ltd

    Address

    207 London Road

    Headington

    Oxford

    OX3 9JA

    United Kingdom


    Employer's website

    https://www.hedenahealth.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details
    Employer name

    Hedena Health Ltd

    Address

    207 London Road

    Headington

    Oxford

    OX3 9JA

    United Kingdom


    Employer's website

    https://www.hedenahealth.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)