Job summary We are looking for a part / full time Practice Nurse Associate to join our Team at Pelton and Fellrose Medical Group.
Main duties of the job 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 the Primary Healthcare Team.
About us Pelton and Fellrose Medical Group is a friendly, high performing, well respected 2 site GP Practice, dedicated to providing the best possible healthcare for our 9,900 patients.
Job description Job responsibilities Able to document consultations according to NMC GuidelinesCarry out practice checks such as, venepuncture, blood pressure monitoring, diabetic foot checks, Learning Disability Reviews, SMI's, Ear Syringe, Dementia Reviews, Wound Packing, Dressings (including compression dressings), Injections (under PSD) NHS Health Checks.Perform Cervical Cytology TestsPerform suture removalAbility to undertake ECGsAssist in the provision of Minor SurgeryLeg Ulcer Care Person Specification Qualifications Essential * Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register * Nursing Associate Foundation Degree qualification * GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent Desirable * Qualification in assessment, supervision and teaching in clinical practice Experience Essential * Up to date understanding of the scope of and role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and multidisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
* Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code * Experience of working with clients who experience mental illness Desirable * Experience of working within a community setting Knowledge Essential * Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team * Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate * Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information Desirable * Knowledge of mental illness