Nurse Associate / Assistant Practitioner

Job overview

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Assistant Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team within the Specialist Mobility Rehabilitation Centre - part of the Division of Surgery (Trauma/Rehabilitation services).

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Healthcare Assistant or equivalent to take the next step in their career, supporting the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.

As an Assistant Practitioner, you will work under the supervision of registered practitioners and be involved in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care, while developing advanced clinical skills within your scope of practice.

This role involves working across several services within the SMRC. An essential requirement is the provision of support to the Orthotic service, undertaking hoisery assessments and delivery of care for Orthotic patients referred in to the centre.

Main duties of the job

Deliver a high standard of direct patient care, including personal care, monitoring observations, and supporting nutrition and hydration

Undertake clinical duties such as vital signs monitoring, wound care, and rehabilitation activities

Undertake hoisery clinics for referred Orthotic patients

Contribute to patient assessment and risk management (e.g. falls, infection control, nutrition)

Recognise and escalate deteriorating patients appropriately

Support health promotion and patient education

Assist in coordinating care across the multidisciplinary team (MDT)

Supervise and support Healthcare Assistants and students

Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation

Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and effective environment of care

We are seeking someone who is:

• Compassionate and patient-focused
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive with strong organisational skills
• Committed to delivering high-quality care
• Willing to develop and expand clinical skills

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Assistant Practitioner provides a higher level of delegated clinical care and support, bridging the gap between healthcare assistants and fully registered professionals.

communicating clearly with patients and families, escalating concerns or deterioration promptly.

You will promote patient independence by :-

Encouraging patients to maintain or regain independence

Supporting rehabilitation programmes

Providing basic health advice and education

You will deliver direct patient care including :-

Undertaking delegated clinical tasks (e.g. observations, wound care, mobility support)

Supporting patients with activities of daily living (washing, dressing, eating)

Monitoring and reporting changes in a patient’s condition

Assisting with treatment plans set by registered professionals

You will support assessment & care planning by :-

Collecting patient information (history, vital signs, risk assessments)

Contributing to care plans (but not independently responsible for them)

Feeding back observations to the multidisciplinary team (MDT)

You will undertake clinical/technical procedures such as :-

Performing basic diagnostic or therapeutic procedures (e.g. ECGs, rehab exercises)

Use of clinical equipment safely and effectively

Ensuring infection prevention and control standards are followed

Compression therapy

You will supervise & support junior staff and support with the training of new staff and students, acting as a role model for safe, compassionate care.