Job summary We are seeking a 'newto practice' nurse who wishes to develop their career within a supportive primarycare setting.
We are looking for an innovative and articulate team player tojoin our friendly and experienced nursing team, who can contribute to andinfluence the development of nursing services provided within primary care.
Formaltraining will be provided to the enable the successful candidate to build theirskills and competence in general practice nursing.Salary: £29,970 (pro rata)Hours: 30 - 37 hours per week Pension Scheme: NHS Pension SchemeEmployment Benefits: Generous annual leave entitlement;free refreshments including hot drinks, fresh filtered water and fruit; supportive team environment; NHS discounts Closing Date: 9th February 2025Interview Date: Week commencing 17th February2025Please ensure thatwithin your application you evidence how you meet the job description and personspecification.
Main duties of the job The successful candidate will be responsible forindependently carrying out nursing duties to ensure a high level of patientcare is delivered in line with local and national guidance.
About us AshbourneMedical Practice is a large teaching and dispensing practice serving a growingpopulation of 10,400 patients from a modern, purpose built premises in thecentre of Ashbourne.
Our multi-disciplinary team includes GPs, ACP/ANPs,pharmacists, physiotherapists, a mental health practitioner, a practice nursingteam and supportive non-clinical teams.
We are a highly respectedpractice who embraces the collaborative agenda and has a reputation fordelivering excellent patient care.
We work collaboratively with three otherpractices as part of the South Dales Primary Care Network.
Job description Job responsibilities Job Summary:To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients,as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and other members of theprimary healthcare team.
The duties will include all tasks normally undertakenby an experienced RGN and any additional roles agreed between the nurse and thedoctors as appropriate, having regard to current training.For full details of the job description please see the attached document.
Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2002) and The Scope of Professional Practice (1992) Experience of working autonomously Experience of Microsoft Office software Desirable Experience of a clinical system TPP SystmOne or EMIS Knowledge of issues affecting General Practice Qualities & Attributes Essential A demonstrable commitment to professional development Ability to work under pressure Flexible approach to working hours Ability to maintain patient confidentiality Ability to manage own time effectively and efficiently A smart, confident and respectful manner Ability to perform well under pressure Ability to use own initiative Ability to work as part of an integrate multi-skilled team Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities Commitment to high levels of accuracy and contemporaneous data entry into patient medical records Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense Skills Essential Able to communicate complex strands of information to patients at an appropriate level of understanding Ability to demonstrate empathy Excellent interpersonal skills Respond to verbal and non-verbal communication cues from patients and take appropriate action Excellent verbal and written communication skills Qualifications Essential RGN qualification Current NMC registration