Job summary What we offer: A supportive team of 3 Practice Nurses, 3 HCAs and 2 Phlebotomists as well as a Nurse Practitioner and a Mental Health Specialist Nurse offering a wide range of experience, skills and knowledge Well-equipped treatment rooms to aid independent working but located in close proximity to other nurse team members for collaborative working when necessary Full orientation to the surgery and the systems we use protocols, policies and PGDs Regular team and clinical meetings to share information and experiences, with regular guest speakers to maintain CPD Support and supervision including through revalidation Opportunity to enhance skills and knowledge through a range of study days, updates and mandatory training Facilitating the sharing of best practice within community setting Main duties of the job Job Responsibilities:Assist in andperform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursingstaff and GPs and within own level of competence: Wound care / ulcer care / doppler scanning Removal of sutures Urinalysis Venepuncture Injections Routine immunizations/Childhood immunisations/Travel Clinic (training provided) Contraception (training provided) Ear syringing ECGs Hypertension Management Cytology (if trained) Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate About us We are a friendly and growing GP practice looking after around 12,000 patients in the Bishopsworth area of South Bristol and are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated team player to join our well established nursing team to deliver excellent patient care.
Job description Job responsibilities Job Responsibilities:Assist in andperform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursingstaff and GPs and within own level of competence: Wound care / ulcer care / doppler scanning Removal of sutures Urinalysis Venepuncture Injections Routine immunizations/Childhood immunisations/Travel Clinic (training provided) Contraception (training provided) Ear syringing ECGs Hypertension Management Cytology (if trained) Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate Person Specification Skills Essential Venepuncture Ability to assess, implement and evaluate a programme of care Good communication and organisational skills Ability to work alone and in a team Flexibility Basic computer skills Desirable Advanced nursing skills: Immunisation and vaccination Cervical cytology Proven ability to supervise unqualified staff and assist in training Assessing and mentoring skills Experience Essential Minimum of 1 year post-registration experience Recent clinical experience Knowledge of evidence-based practice and clinical governance Interest in wound care Desirable Previous practice nurse experience Experience of chronic disease management Knowledge of child protection procedures Experience in wound care Qualifications Essential RGN Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Diploma in one or more areas of chronic disease management, ie.
diabetes, asthma, CHD