Practice Nurse

Job summary We are looking for a practice nurse to join our clinical team to work at both our main surgery site and our branch surgery.This vacancy has arisen due to the retirement of a practice nurse who has been a member of our team for in excess of 20 years.We are a rural practice with 4 partner GP and Nurse Training traditional practice, with a full compliment of clinicians working over both sites.
Main duties of the job We are looking for a practice nurse who has gained practice nurse experience and is able to work independently within the team.
Chronic Disease management knowledge would be an advantage however, we are willing to assist with training should the right candidate be interested in this post.
About us We have a strong traditional work ethic within our team, making patient care a priority.
With only having a list size of 8100 we are able to focus on the primary care requirements we need to follow to enhance this care.
Job description Job responsibilities JOBTITLE: Practice Nurse REPORTSTO: Deputy Practice Manager / GPPartners (Clinically)DeputyPractice Manager (administratively)Hours: 8am and pm as required by the business (with the occasional requirement towork until 8 pm)SALARY: Negotiable, depending on previous experienceWorkingunder the supervision of the deputy practice manager and as part of theclinical team you will be required to deliver and maintain a high standard ofnursing care for our patients.Applicantsshould have a Level 1 Registered Adult Nursing qualification and experience ofworking within a Primary Care Setting or have recently completed the postgraduate certificate in practice nursing.Applicants should b highly motivated, organised and relish a challenge.Althoughpractice nurse experience is desirable it is NOT essential as considerationwill be made for applicants wanting to transition from secondary to primarycare who have respiratory experience and /or experienced skill set in the areaslisted below.Package:Competitive salary dependant on qualifications and experienceNHS PensionProfessional NMC & RCN fees paid by the practiceCPD support provided by the practice Usual hours will be worked Monday to Friday between 8 am pmEnhanced hours working until 8 pm on a clinical team rotaPart time and Full-time working will be consideredPracticeProfile:GMS ContractDispensing PracticeList Size 8200GP & Nurse Training PracticeEmis Web clinical systemAdditional / Enhanced services offeredBranch surgery at Hook NortonNORA PCN Bloxham & Hook Norton surgeries are in rural settings which servelocal villages and communitiesTo applyplease forward a CV by 14/2/2025 for the attention of Allison Thomas, DeputyPractice Manager.Informalmeet and greet visits can be arranged by Allison and her team if you would likethis opportunity, please contact Allison by calling 01295 722788You will bean experienced practice nurse or have recently completed the post graduatecertification in practice nursing.Although practice nurse is desirable it is NOT essential asconsideration will be made for applicants wanting to transition from secondaryto primary care who have respiratory experience and / or experienced skill setin the areas listed below.JOBRESPONSIBILITIES:Respiratorydisease management (COPD and Asthma)Assistin chronic disease management clinics (hypertension / diabetes /CHD /CKDAssistin and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by the deputypractice manager and GPs to include:TissueViability wound and ulcer care, doppler assessments and compression Removalof SuturesECGsVenepunctureTravelHealthAdultand childhood immunisations to include assisting in delivering the seasonal flucampaignContraceptioninjections and routine checksCervicalCytologyChaperoningand assisting patients where appropriate wo are being examined by anotherclinician Requestbasic pathology tests, for example, urine culture, swabsContact patientsby email and telephone to offer advice and supportBe competent inthe use of Emis web clinical IT systems and all other IT systems used as partof the Practice Nurse role.Following agreedclinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriateMaintain general tidinessand cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms, including stocking and rotatingitems as requiredMaintaining andcleaning equipment used by nurses and GPsParticipation inadministrative systems in the practiceAt all timesthere will a need to maintain accurate recordsAttend andparticipate in Practice and team meetingsOn occasion theremay be a requirement to undertake home visitsMaintain a soundknowledge of the GMS contract for chronic disease management Have a sound knowledgeof the Practices infection control policyPERSONSPECIFICATION:The PracticeNurse will be responsible for people with a range of needs so being highlyorganised, flexible, and able to prioritise effectively is vital.
They must beobservant, able to assess patients and take responsibility for determining thebest course of action.
On a daily basisthey will need to use a broad range of skills, including listening andcommunication, problem solving, good judgment and offering advice.
A Practice Nurse will need to demonstratecritical thinking, decision making and be able to manage patients.Confidentiality:Whileseeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitiveinformation in relation to their health and other matters.They do soin confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect theirprivacy and act appropriately.Inthe performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post holderwill have access to confidential information relating to patients and theircarers and Practice staff.
They may alsohave access to information relating to the practice as a businessorganisation.
All such information fromany source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.Informationrelating to patients, carers and Practice Staff or business of the practice mayonly be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with practice polices andprocedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal andsensitive data.Health& Safety:The PracticeNurse will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health andsafety and security as defined in the Practice Health and Safety policy toinclude:Usingpersonal security systems within the workplace according to practiceguidelines.Identifythe risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a waythat manages those risksMakingeffective use of training to update knowledge and skillsUsingappropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy andsafe way and free from hazardsReportingpotential risks identified Equality & Diversity:The PracticeNurse will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers, andcolleagues to include:Actingin a manner that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpretingthem in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies andcurrent legislation.Respectingthe privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers, and colleaguesBehavingin a manner which is welcoming to the individual, is non-judgemental and showsrespectPersonal/ Professional Development:The PracticeNurse will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice aspart of their employment, such training to include:Participationin an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility formaintaining a record of own personal and/or professional developmentTakingresponsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstratingskills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.MaintainNMC revalidation Bewilling to undertake additional training in line with Practice requirements toimprove and expand service provision and deliveryQuality:The PracticeNurse will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and willAlertother team members to issues of quality and riskAssessown performance and take accountability from own actions, either directly orunder supervisionContributeto the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities andmaking suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performanceWorkeffectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needsEffectivelymanage own time, workload, and resourcesCommunication:The PracticeNurse should recognise the importance of effective communication within theteam and will strive toCommunicateeffectively with other team members Communicateeffectively with patients and carersRecognisepeoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordinglyContributionto implementation of the services:The PracticeNurse willApplyPractice polices, standards and guidanceDiscusswith other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines willaffect own workParticipatein audit where appropriateThe abovelist serves to illustrate the scope and responsibilities of the post and is notintended to be an exhaustive list of duties.You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by thedevelopment of this role as the practice develops, and the overall businessobjective of the practice change.Pleasesend other documents as separate attachments.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timeSalary: £ - £ per hour depending onexperienceSchedule: days over 5 daysMust hold afull driving licence to be able to work between both branchesNMC FullMembershipApplicationDeadline: 14/02/2025Reference ID: Practice Nurse Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC Registered Desirable Experience in General Practice desired and would be an advantage