Job Description
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Practice Nurse.
Working pattern, hours and salary are negotiable.
We are a family-oriented practice where teamwork is at the heart of what we do. We have a strong sense of community within the practice, and many members of our team have been with us for many years, creating a stable and welcoming working environment.. We are an Outstanding CQC rated practice. We are a team of 2 GP partners, 1 salaried GP, 1 Practice Nurse, 2 Nurse Associate, 2 pharmacists plus a team of 12 admin and clerical staff members working alongside in-house PCN staff, with approximately 5500 patients.
We have a strong and well-established administrative team and work closely together across all areas of the practice to provide high-quality, patient-centred care. We value our staff, encourage a positive work-life balance and aim to create an environment where everyone feels supported, valued and part of the team.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job:
Chronic disease and long-term condition management, including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, CHD, CKD, Hypertension
Cervical screening/cytology.
Adult and childhood vaccinations and immunisations, including seasonal flu clinics.
Wound care, including dressings, suture and clip removal.
Clinical procedures. ECGs
Travel health, vaccinations and contraception services within scope of practice.
Health promotion, preventative care and patient education.
Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) involvement, with an interest in developing towards an IPC Lead role.
Safe management of medicines and vaccines, including cold-chain monitoring and storage.
Effective MDT working, referrals and liaison with external services to coordinate patient care.
Safe delegation in line with competence and scope of practice.
Compliance with NMC standards, local/national policies and clinical protocols.
Participation in training, audit and continuous quality improvement.
Undertaking other general practice nursing duties as required.