Qualified Practice Nurse

Job summary BROOKROYD LIMITED ,HECKMONDWIKE.We have a post available for an ExperiencedPart-Time, Practice Nurse.
(PLEASE REFER TO THE JOB DESCRIPTION FORSKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)32 hours per week - 4 x 8 hour days in line with practiceneed.
(start date negotiable)Work pattern to be discussed and agreed aspart of Job Offer.We are looking for a skilled, enthusiastic,motivated individual who will share our ethos of commitment to high quality ofcare in a long established practice.Experience in Primary Care and Long Termcondition Management is essential.
Main duties of the job You must be able to demonstrate someexperience of working in a Primary Care or similar setting.We understand that not all applicants willhave all the long term condition qualifications but you will need to be able todemonstrate you can deliver some of these standard reviews as this is part ofour core service.
Training can be discussed at interview.A smear taker would an advantage however,we will be able to arrange this training if required.We are lucky to have skilled HCA's workingin practice so standard reviews and appointments such as bloods, BP checks,ECG's 24hr BP, dressings and other basic routine appointments are usuallyprovided by our HCA's.
This frees up appointment time to enable our skilledpractice Nurses to deliver the more complex services.
About us We are a high achieving practice with anexcellent reputation.
We are situated close to the Town Centre.Member practice of SHAWN.
The Spen Health& Well Being Network.Approx.
10,000 patientsHigh Achieving QOF PracticePurpose Built Premises5 GPs3 x Part time Nurse PractitionersExcellent Nursing, Healthcare Assistant,Phlebotomist and administration support SystmOneNo out of hoursFor more information or to arrange a visitto the Practice contact the Practice Manager Julie Jones01924 403061Or email Closing date 27th January 2025Interviews to be arranged Job description Job responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTIONPRACTICE NURSEBROOKROYD LIMITEDReports to:General Practitioners, Practice ManagerResponsible to:General Practitioners, Practice ManagerJob SummaryAs a member of the PrimaryHealth Care Team develop and deliver a high quality of service to the PracticePopulation.
To provide within competence framework, clinical assessment,diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care for the patients.
They will alsoparticipate in chronic disease management clinics, immunisation, cervicalcytology, health promotion and the day to day duties carried out by the nursingteam.
They will work closely with the practice team to meet the needs of thepatients in line with Practice Objectives and National Guidelines.
Contributesto the overall Practice targets and objectives.Core Behaviours/Knowledge& Skills.Must have undergone andcompleted fully recognised Nurse Training.
Have previous experience working ina primary care setting.
Required to work within the Code of ProfessionalConduct and other directives as defined by the NMC.
Excellent communicationskills both written and verbal are essential.
It is desirable that theapplicant has some basic computer skills with some experience of clinicalsystems for example System One, The applicant must be able to work as part of ateam, have the ability to organise and prioritise own clinical caseload on aday to day basis.
Responding effectively to patient need and ensuring patientchoice and ease of access to services.
To comply with all practice protocolspaying particular attention to COSHH data protection, patient confidentiality,health & safety, Infection Control, equality &diversity and customercare at all times.
The applicant must know when to seek direction from theGeneral Practitioners, Practice Manager.Training and PersonalDevelopmentThe post holder will berequired to take responsibility in agreement with the Practice Manager and General Practitioners for his/her own personal development byensuring that Continuous Professional Development remains a priority.
Tomaintain their professional registration.
Attend relevant courses and studyrelevant to the post.
To work flexibly as the different primary care nursingspecialities develop.
Ensure they attend relevant meetings both internally andexternally.
Training needs will be agreed and supported by an annual appraisal.The post holder will undertake all mandatory training required for the role.Time will be allocated withinpaid practice hours for mandatory training and any other training that isrequested by the GPs to fulfil the role.Job OutlineTo provide the choice of direct access to a Practice Nurse in the practice for the general practice population, including home visisting as required To maintain effective working relationships with colleagues within and external to the practice Liaise with all necessary attached staff and external organisations.
Such as Midwives, Community nursing teams, Diabetic and Respiratory Nursing Specialists, Learning Disability Team Attend Multi-Disciplinary (MDT) meetings regularly To provide an holistic, autonomous clinical nursing service To demonstrate confidence to patients, their relatives and carers by establishing a climate of mutual trust and respect.
Being aware at all times of the patients emotional, cultural and social needs.
Make professionally autonomous decisions for which he/she is accountable Regularly assess and act on the views of the patients, relatives and staff about the standards of care given.
Undertake necessary invasive and non- invasive diagnostic tests or investigations and interpret findings/reports within the competency framework Provide safe, evidence based, cost effective, individualised patient care Offer a holistic service to patients and their families, developing where appropriate an on going plan of care/support with an emphasis on prevention and self care Promote health and well being through the use of health promotion, health education, screening and therapeutic communication skills To be actively involved in achieving practice targets.
Through QOF (Quality and Outcomes Framework), Directed and Local Enhanced services and PBC (Practice Based Commissioning).
Specific areas of responsibility will be set by the General Practitioners in line with knowledge and experience of the individual To keep accurate and immediate records of every patient contact using the software system provided Organise various in house clinics and help manage call/recall programmes in line with patient needs and practice protocol.
Comply with Adult and Child Protection policies Comply with all other practice policies and procedures, paying particular attention to COSHH, Health & Safety, Infection Control, Manual Handling and ConfidentialityAgree to provide any otherclinical duties as deemed necessary by the General PractitionersMain Clinical dutiesBlood pressure monitoring and as part of new patient checks.
Reporting any abnormalities.
Phlebotomy/ Venepuncture.
Following health and safety policies regarding safe handling/disposal of sharps/needle stick policyPrepare samples forlaboratory.Urinalysis.
Report any abnormalities to the clinical team.
Prepare samples for laboratory.Wound care and dressings.
Basic and recognising referral for specialist input Smoking Cessation.
Basic support and referral for specialist support Alcohol.
Basic support and referral for specialist support.
Health Checks/new patient checks including height/weight/BMI following in house procedures Infection control.
To be aware of all policies and procedures in relation to the prevention and control of infection.
Keep up to date with training Vaccinations & Immunisations Chronic Disease reviews for respiratory, diabetes, cardiovascular, learning disability, hypertension, dementia Smear taker/ Cervical cytology and Breast Health Awareness Travel advice with NHS vaccinations and malaria advice Zoladex and prostap injections, B12 injectionsAbove is a list of allstandard practice nurse duties in this practice.
However you may not berequired to carry out all of the above as part of your role.Data Protection andConfidentialityAll employees are subject tothe requirement of the Data Protection Act 1998 and must maintain strictconfidentiality in respect of patient and staff records and information.Equal OpportunitiesAll employees must comply withthe Practice equal opportunity policy and must not discriminate on the groundsof race,colour,nationality,ethnic or national grounds,sex,maritalstatus,disability or any other grounds which cannot be shown to be justifiable.This job description indicatesthe main functions and responsibilities of the post.
It is not intended to be acomplete summary.
The service is continually developing and the role of thepost holder will invariably change to meet those needs.
Such changes will be implementedafter full consultation.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse Qualifications/Certificates (to be discussed at interview) Recognised qualification to diploma level or above.
Clean driving license.
Desirable Experience of working in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2002) and The Scope of Professional Practice (1992) Experience of S1 clinical system.
Basic IT skills.
Including Microsoft office and email.
Experience Essential Experience of working within a Nursing Team.
Experience of dealing with frail and vulnerable patients.
Experience of dealing with the public/patients.
Competent in basic nursing duties required for the post .
Excellent communication and skills.
Desirable Experience of working in a Primary Care or similar environment.
Experience of working in a GP Practice.
Can demonstrate some leadership qualities.
Example providing support for additional clinical staff and non clinical staff.
Skills Essential Must have a clean driving license