Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic practice nurse to join our team.
The post holder will provide assessment,treatment, screening, health education and advice to patients.
Training will be provided where required.
Ideally an interest in respiratory would bepreferred.
Main duties of the job The role includes long term condition reviews (Diabetes, COPD, Asthma), Wound care, Cervical Screening, Contraception, Travel & Child Immunisations.. About us Hillview Medical Centre is located on the outskirts pf the town centre list size of 10,500 patients.We have 4 GP partners and 5 Salaried GP's, two Practice Nurses, 1 HCA, 1 Phlebotomist, 2 Clinical Pharmacists.
Job description Job responsibilities Minor and Complex wound care / ulcer careCompression DressingsMedical injections B12, Prostap, MH injections etcECGsRemoval of SuturesCervical SmearsChronic Disease ManagementTo document the process of assessment, need and delivery of careTo adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice following national, local and practice guidelinesTo comply with the Data Protection Act and maintain confidentiality at all timesTo adhere to Practice policies for record keepingThis Job Description is a guide to the duties required and may be amended if circumstances change and following discussion with the post-holder.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional registration Minimum of 2 year recent post registration working as part of a multi-professional team Desirable Knowledge and experience of Practice Nursing in Primary Care Experience of EMIS Web clinical system Experience of online consultation systems Awareness of GP contract requirements Qualities and attributes Essential Able to demonstrate enthusiasm to develop nursing skills Forward thinking and ready for a challenge Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities An understanding , acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality Able to work under pressure Able to work in a changing environment