386 Nursing Associate jobs in the United Kingdom

Key Responsibilities Clinical Care Provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients of all ages. Perform clinical observations (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respirations) and escalate concerns. Administer vaccinations, including flu and baby immunisations, perform venepuncture, ECGs, and cervical screening. Support patients with long-term conditions, mental health needs, dementia, or learning disabilities.

Promote self-management and deliver NHS Health Checks. Health Promotion & Education Offer advice, health education, and signposting to local support services. Participate in public health initiatives such as flu clinics and smoking cessation campaigns. Professional Responsibilities Maintain accurate, timely patient records using clinical IT systems.

Adhere to clinical governance standards and participate in audits, reflective practice, and continuous professional development. Contribute to service improvement initiatives and integrated care delivery across health and social care settings. Organisational Responsibilities Work collaboratively within the MDT and communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues. Follow health, safety, and safeguarding protocols and maintain patient confidentiality.

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.

Please see attached job description for the Clinical Skill Nursing Associate for further information regarding the main responsibilities of the role.

Group Associate Director of Nursing 

Accountable to: Group Medical Director,  

Location: Pertemps Medical – Milton Keynes - flexible working

Hours: 4-6 sessions/PAs a week (session/PA = 4 hours), flexible hours as agreed. Half of the agreed sessions will need to be onsite in Milton Keynes.

Remuneration: Dependent on experience. Circa £90k - £105k pro rata salary / negotiable. 

Travel: There will be an occasional requirement for travel to locations across UK in support of the organisation aims. 

Company Profile and Role Outline 

The Clinical Network is part of the Pertemps Medical Group of companies - and is a leader within the delivery of clinical, workforce and professional services, working alongside the NHS and Independent sector.   

We are going through an exciting period of growth and change and are seeking to add to our brilliant team to support our significant multiyear investment and expansion plans – building upon our strong ethos of patient safety, high clinical standards, robust team support, and sector-leading dynamism.   

We are seeking a nursing leader to work across our healthcare organisations in support of  

Application Process  

Please note that the job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change as the needs of the organisation develop. Applicants are required to attach a cover letter detailing how they meet the requirements of the job description below (1 page/500 words maximum). 

Key Relationships 

• Managing Director 
• National Strategic Director 
• Group Medical Director 
• Director of Healthcare Partnerships  
• Director of Quality Assurance (Non-clinical) 
• Director of Operations (Defence Directorate) 
• Head of Insourcing Operations  
• Head of Care Services (Commercial) 
• Head of Clinical Governance 
• Commercial and Bid Manager 

Job Description - Principal Duties and Responsibilities 

Governance & Clinical Quality: 

• You will work closely with our directors, senior managers and clinicians to ensure that professional standards and clinical governance are met and maintained at their highest quality.  
• You will ensure compliance and quality across all clinical services, monitoring adherence to national legislation, and internal standards, while supporting incident and complaint resolution. 
• You will lead on key clinical statutory and regulatory responsibilities and will be required to be the CQC registered manager for the relevant clinical services - overseeing and ensuring compliance with all regulated activities working closely with the Group Medical Director and the Head of Clinical governance. 
• You will ensure we meet our contractual responsibilities with safe and effective care/services (with the Group Medical Director). 
• You will lead and guide operational activities to support and strengthen our clinical governance structure which includes the reviews of clinical services and investigation of concerns as appropriate within the governance framework.  
• You will champion best practice, stay ahead of legislation, and drive continuous improvement in the quality of care we deliver working with the Group Medical Director. 

Clinical Partnerships interface, supporting clinical – commercial goals: 

• You will collaborate with senior leadership to align clinical excellence with commercial goals, contributing to long-term strategic planning and supporting the delivery of our 5-year growth plan.  This includes our drive to grow our clinical services division, with particular focus on insourcing, community care and emerging clinical service delivery.  
• You will actively support and work with the business development teams to support the safe growth of clinical services which will includes but not limited to visiting prospective clients and supporting bid writing as required.  
• You will explore and network with the different stakeholders and teams across the NHS and wider healthcare providers including independent sector organisations. 

Professional Leadership and Operational Responsibilities: 

• You will be responsible for the professional leadership of the Nursing and Allied Health Professions (AHP) across the organisation. 
• You will play a key role in recruitment, retention, development of all non-medical staff including ensuring relevant registration and training are up to date by working closely with the HR team and Quality Assurance team. 
• You will act as the lead responsible clinician for all non-medical appraisals and reviews. 
• You will centrally manage the day-to-day clinical operations of organisation in relation to all regulated, on-framework and off-framework activities.  
• You will represent the organisation externally, building strong relationships with key stakeholders and ensuring our services reflect evolving national health and social care strategies. 
• You will provide strategic clinical leadership, fostering a positive, inclusive culture while guiding your teams through innovation, performance improvement, and adoption of new technologies, working alongside and in support of the Medical Director and the other directors respectively. 
• You will act as a strong role model for all colleagues by demonstrating credibility and visibility, strong commitment to improving practice, celebrating success and encouraging creativity, innovation and excellence – to deepen strengthen and uphold the values of the organisation. 

Group Associate Director of Nursing 

Accountable to: Group Medical Director,  

Location: Pertemps Medical – Milton Keynes - flexible working

Hours: 4-6 sessions/PAs a week (session/PA = 4 hours), flexible hours as agreed. Half of the agreed sessions will need to be onsite in Milton Keynes.

Remuneration: Dependent on experience. Circa £90k - £105k pro rata salary / negotiable. 

Travel: There will be an occasional requirement for travel to locations across UK in support of the organisation aims. 

Company Profile and Role Outline 

The Clinical Network is part of the Pertemps Medical Group of companies - and is a leader within the delivery of clinical, workforce and professional services, working alongside the NHS and Independent sector.   

We are going through an exciting period of growth and change and are seeking to add to our brilliant team to support our significant multiyear investment and expansion plans – building upon our strong ethos of patient safety, high clinical standards, robust team support, and sector-leading dynamism.   

We are seeking a nursing leader to work across our healthcare organisations in support of  

Application Process  

Please note that the job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change as the needs of the organisation develop. Applicants are required to attach a cover letter detailing how they meet the requirements of the job description below (1 page/500 words maximum). 

Key Relationships 

• Managing Director 
• National Strategic Director 
• Group Medical Director 
• Director of Healthcare Partnerships  
• Director of Quality Assurance (Non-clinical) 
• Director of Operations (Defence Directorate) 
• Head of Insourcing Operations  
• Head of Care Services (Commercial) 
• Head of Clinical Governance 
• Commercial and Bid Manager 

Job Description - Principal Duties and Responsibilities 

Governance & Clinical Quality: 

• You will work closely with our directors, senior managers and clinicians to ensure that professional standards and clinical governance are met and maintained at their highest quality.  
• You will ensure compliance and quality across all clinical services, monitoring adherence to national legislation, and internal standards, while supporting incident and complaint resolution. 
• You will lead on key clinical statutory and regulatory responsibilities and will be required to be the CQC registered manager for the relevant clinical services - overseeing and ensuring compliance with all regulated activities working closely with the Group Medical Director and the Head of Clinical governance. 
• You will ensure we meet our contractual responsibilities with safe and effective care/services (with the Group Medical Director). 
• You will lead and guide operational activities to support and strengthen our clinical governance structure which includes the reviews of clinical services and investigation of concerns as appropriate within the governance framework.  
• You will champion best practice, stay ahead of legislation, and drive continuous improvement in the quality of care we deliver working with the Group Medical Director. 

Clinical Partnerships interface, supporting clinical – commercial goals: 

• You will collaborate with senior leadership to align clinical excellence with commercial goals, contributing to long-term strategic planning and supporting the delivery of our 5-year growth plan.  This includes our drive to grow our clinical services division, with particular focus on insourcing, community care and emerging clinical service delivery.  
• You will actively support and work with the business development teams to support the safe growth of clinical services which will includes but not limited to visiting prospective clients and supporting bid writing as required.  
• You will explore and network with the different stakeholders and teams across the NHS and wider healthcare providers including independent sector organisations. 

Professional Leadership and Operational Responsibilities: 

• You will be responsible for the professional leadership of the Nursing and Allied Health Professions (AHP) across the organisation. 
• You will play a key role in recruitment, retention, development of all non-medical staff including ensuring relevant registration and training are up to date by working closely with the HR team and Quality Assurance team. 
• You will act as the lead responsible clinician for all non-medical appraisals and reviews. 
• You will centrally manage the day-to-day clinical operations of organisation in relation to all regulated, on-framework and off-framework activities.  
• You will represent the organisation externally, building strong relationships with key stakeholders and ensuring our services reflect evolving national health and social care strategies. 
• You will provide strategic clinical leadership, fostering a positive, inclusive culture while guiding your teams through innovation, performance improvement, and adoption of new technologies, working alongside and in support of the Medical Director and the other directors respectively. 
• You will act as a strong role model for all colleagues by demonstrating credibility and visibility, strong commitment to improving practice, celebrating success and encouraging creativity, innovation and excellence – to deepen strengthen and uphold the values of the organisation. 

University Hospitals of North Midlands is currently unable to provide sponsorship this role. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a graduate visa, you are welcome to apply for this role however it is important to note that UHNM will be unable to offer sponsorship at the end of your graduate visa, you must also have at least six months until your graduate visa expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Division: Network Services

Job Title: Support Medical Secretary/Trauma & Orthopaedics

Band: Band 3

Location: County Hospital, Stafford

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a medical secretary within the Lower Limb Team, Trauma & Orthopaedics.

The post holder is required to support the Medical Secretary Team Leader in the delivery of a comprehensive administrative service to a specialty team. This will involve inpatient waiting list management for a specialty, in accordance with the Patient Access Policy, communicating appointment and admission related information to patients and carers and typing correspondence and/or transcribing and typing up of minutes as appropriate.

The post holder will take direction from the Medical Secretary Team Leader and Operational Services Manager for the day to day running of the service. The post holder will have work delegated to them by the Medical Secretary Team Leader and will be responsible for their own time management and will prioritise own workload ensuring that clinical letters are accurately typed in chronological order/clinical priority. The post holder will need to be able to work well under pressure and concentrate in a busy work environment.

Will be required to support the Medical Secretary Team Leader and specialty team in the delivery of inpatient waiting list management, taking into account application of national RTT rules and to assist in the appropriate utilisation of theatres.

Will be responsible for sorting and distributing incoming/outgoing information in a timely manner and ensuring that patients notes are requested and provided in a timely manner. The post holder will liaise with the medical team and appointments department to arrange, cancel or alter clinical commitments to contribute to the smooth running of the department

Will be responsible for communicating information, both written and verbal, with patients, staff and carers requiring tact and diplomacy. The post holder will also be responsible for handling telephone and other communications with sensitivity and confidentiality using personal judgement and acquired knowledge to assess each situation and to deal with accordingly.

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.

At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.

Please refer to detailed job description.

The post holder is required to support the Medical Secretary Team Leader in the delivery of a comprehensive administrative service to a specialty team. This will involve inpatient waiting list management for a specialty, in accordance with the Patient Access Policy, communicating appointment and admission related information to patients and carers and typing correspondence and/or transcribing and typing up of minutes as appropriate.

Role: Patient Care Advisor

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week

Location: Belfast, fully on-site

Salary: £26,000 plus bonus

Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

For over 34 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. As Europe’s leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our Surgeons undertake more laser procedures collectively than any other provider. We look after thousands of patients in our clinics every week and it’s a privilege to transform the lives of so many.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

Do you want to be part of a team that literally changes lives?

In return you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training and development.

Each day will vary however the core components of your role will include:

• Engaging with existing customers/patients
• Handling customer enquiries quickly and efficiently
• Understand customers/patient demand and needs
• Overcome objectives and resolve them
• Maintain and develop product knowledge and customer service skills
• Accurate maintenance of patient records

Essential skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to deal with customers over the telephone in a confident and professional manner
• A willingness to learn
• Sales experience
• Excellent rapport building and communication skills with the ability to overcome objections

What’s in it for you?

• Rewarding salary
• Bonus incentives
• Free or discounted optical products/procedures
• Discounted prescription and non-prescription eye care (including family)
• Career progression
• Cycle to work scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation where you will have the support to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

If you are interested in being considered for the role please apply now.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer

Role: Patient Care Advisor

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week

Location: Belfast, fully on-site

Salary: £26,000 plus bonus

Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

For over 34 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. As Europe’s leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our Surgeons undertake more laser procedures collectively than any other provider. We look after thousands of patients in our clinics every week and it’s a privilege to transform the lives of so many.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

Do you want to be part of a team that literally changes lives?

In return you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training and development.

Each day will vary however the core components of your role will include:

• Engaging with existing customers/patients
• Handling customer enquiries quickly and efficiently
• Understand customers/patient demand and needs
• Overcome objectives and resolve them
• Maintain and develop product knowledge and customer service skills
• Accurate maintenance of patient records

Essential skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to deal with customers over the telephone in a confident and professional manner
• A willingness to learn
• Sales experience
• Excellent rapport building and communication skills with the ability to overcome objections

What’s in it for you?

• Rewarding salary
• Bonus incentives
• Free or discounted optical products/procedures
• Discounted prescription and non-prescription eye care (including family)
• Career progression
• Cycle to work scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation where you will have the support to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

If you are interested in being considered for the role please apply now.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer

*You will never pay a fee to Job Bridge Global at any point for this opportunity. This opportunity is aimed toward individuals looking to work overseas in the USA and Canada while pursuing their careers in healthcare. We do this to attract a broader range of candidates in local search results.

Job Bridge Global is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses and Healthcare Workers who are eager to expand their horizons and enhance their careers on an international scale. This role allows you to immerse yourself in new cultures and healthcare practices while contributing your skills to various healthcare settings.

Position Overview:

Job Bridge Global is looking for a dedicated and compassionate RN - Patient Care Coordinator specializing in Medical/Surgical and Oncology to join our team. This full-time night position (7 PM - 7 AM) is critical for ensuring that patients receive optimal care and support during their treatment journey.

Responsible for patient care outcomes through the coordinated delivery of nursing care for areas of responsibility. With guidance from the Clinical Director, deploys priorities for clinical quality, service and Associate development and retention. Ensures that a collaborative plan of care is implemented by Registered Nurses and other team members. Assists professional nurses with the coordination of the patients' care with multidisciplinary team. Ensures responsiveness to physicians. Directs Associates providing on-site coaching and staff assignments. Conducts Associate performance evaluation in collaboration with the Clinical Director. Ensures continued readiness regarding accreditation and regulatory requirements. Responsible for assuring the general upkeep of the physical facilities and patient care equipment.

What you will do

• Makes rounds on patients to ensure that care is being delivered according to individualized patient care plan.
• Orchestrates patient flow and bed assignments within the shift
• Assists with emergency situations, admissions/visits, and supports staff in direct care activities.
• Trouble-shoots for patient safety, assessments, and care issues during rounds and throughout shift.
• Ensures immediate response to patient and/or family concerns.
• Serves as primary point of contact for physicians and is responsive to physicians' needs.
• Makes/ensures that appropriate assignments are made.
• Guides and collaborates with Case Managers to ensure appropriate patient resource use and movement.
• Supports flow of information and communications including interdisciplinary information and communications from Clinical Director to Associates and from Associates to Clinical Director.
• Collaborates with support departments to ensure services needed for patient care are appropriate and timely
• Delegates tasks appropriately and within licensure requirements.
• Participates in quality reviews for clinical care.
• Provides clinical leadership to Associates during the shift.
• Supports Associate's development of skill and knowledge.
• Provides first line feedback to staff on performance.
• In collaboration with Clinical Director prepares and conducts performance evaluations as directed.
• Creates a positive work environment and contributes to Associate retention.

Requirements

Education Qualifications

• Post-Graduate Certificate or Diploma Nursing - RN
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing - RN

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years Nursing Minimum of 2 years RN experience

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to convey information clearly and professionally to patients, families, and health care teams ensuring alignment with care plans
• Assess team members' skills, delegates task appropriately and provides oversight to ensure high quality patient care
• Familiarity with care coordination processes discharge planning and resource management to ensure seamless transition of patients within care setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to process complex clinical information using critical thinking to develop, implement, and support individualized care plans.
• Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency (e.g., bar code scanning, electronic health records).

Licenses and Certifications

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
• Registered Nurse
• Preferred: Certification in clinical specialty

Supervision Provided by this Position

• Supervises all clinical and support staff assigned to the team.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergencies.

Join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals at Job Bridge Global, where we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and improving the well-being of our community. Your expertise in patient care coordination will play a vital role in supporting our oncology patients and their families throughout their treatment journeys.