Job summary
The
role has been developed in response to the growing demands of Granta and as a
platform to increase the nurse representation and credibility within the
organisation.
To
assist the Practice Nurse Manager (PNM) to deliver safe, and high-quality
primary care nursing services to the practice population.
Flexibility, enthusiasm and a team approach are qualities we value highly. Pay will be dependent on qualifications and experience.
Main duties of the job
The
post holder is responsible for the delivery of practice nursing services care
to the practice population. Supported by senior clinicians within the practice,
they will deliver care within the boundaries of their role, focusing upon
supporting patients to be healthy, monitoring of long-term conditions, health
prevention and screening activities. They will work collaboratively with the
general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of
policy and procedures, and providing nurse leadership as required.
About us
Granta Medical Practices is a thriving and vibrant place to work. We are the largest South Cambridgeshire general practice, we cover 56,000 patients, and are a recognised Primary Care Home. We were rated Outstanding in our last CQC report. We are looking for a full time Clinical Pharmacist to join us in our friendly, forward thinking and supportive Practice with 3 dispensaries and a Pharmacy. We have sites in Sawston, Linton, Barley, Shelford, Market Hill and Royston.
Job description
Job responsibilities
QUALITY
ASSURANCE/SERVICE SUPPORT
- To oversee workforce skill mix for the site the
post holder is leading on. Anticipate skill mix shortfalls at times of unexpected
absence. To alert the PNM if unable to resolve shortfall and inform of any
changes made.
- To assist with recruitment of
nursing/phlebotomy workforce
- To assist PNM in updating and improving
standards of nursing documentation and information.
- Co-ordinate and chair site specific nursing
meetings and report back to the quarterly lead nurse meeting either in person
or in writing.
- Oversee site specific clinical supervision of
existing staff.
- Oversee induction and probation of new staff.
- Carry out appraisals for the nurse team
including phlebotomy/HCAs/assistant practitioners at own site.
- Oversee stock control and ordering for own site.
- Liaise with the other site leads to ensure
rotation of stock to allow use before expiry and reduce overall amount of stock
held at any one site.
HEALTH &
SAFETY/INFECTION CONTROL
- Assist PNM to identify and address risks in
work activities
- Work with the Infection Control Lead to ensure
own site is compliant with infection control policies.
- Oversee site specific hand hygiene audits
- Report back infection control issues to overall
IC lead at quarterly meetings or sooner if urgent
- Oversee room stocking and room standardisation
at own site
- Work closely with site imms lead to ensure all
fridges are checked daily as per SOP
- To liaise with other site leads to allow
adequate and in-date vaccinations and rotate around sites as necessary
- Ensure site has adequate nursing and medical
cover for flu vaccination session. Report to PNM in timely manner if any
shortfalls.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
OF NURSING TEAM
- Identify and report to PNM of skill deficits
either current or potential shortfalls
- Support the wider nursing team with their
career portfolio
- Participate in clinical supervision and act as
a positive role model
- Ensure the nursing team at own site are
following local guidelines, protocols and standards
TEAM WORKING
- Work closely with PNM to ensure that the
nursing team are supported and to develop new ways of working.
- Be active member of the flu working group and
assist in the delivery of the flu vaccination programme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
QUALITY
ASSURANCE/SERVICE SUPPORT
- To oversee workforce skill mix for the site the
post holder is leading on. Anticipate skill mix shortfalls at times of unexpected
absence. To alert the PNM if unable to resolve shortfall and inform of any
changes made.
- To assist with recruitment of
nursing/phlebotomy workforce
- To assist PNM in updating and improving
standards of nursing documentation and information.
- Co-ordinate and chair site specific nursing
meetings and report back to the quarterly lead nurse meeting either in person
or in writing.
- Oversee site specific clinical supervision of
existing staff.
- Oversee induction and probation of new staff.
- Carry out appraisals for the nurse team
including phlebotomy/HCAs/assistant practitioners at own site.
- Oversee stock control and ordering for own site.
- Liaise with the other site leads to ensure
rotation of stock to allow use before expiry and reduce overall amount of stock
held at any one site.
HEALTH &
SAFETY/INFECTION CONTROL
- Assist PNM to identify and address risks in
work activities
- Work with the Infection Control Lead to ensure
own site is compliant with infection control policies.
- Oversee site specific hand hygiene audits
- Report back infection control issues to overall
IC lead at quarterly meetings or sooner if urgent
- Oversee room stocking and room standardisation
at own site
- Work closely with site imms lead to ensure all
fridges are checked daily as per SOP
- To liaise with other site leads to allow
adequate and in-date vaccinations and rotate around sites as necessary
- Ensure site has adequate nursing and medical
cover for flu vaccination session. Report to PNM in timely manner if any
shortfalls.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
OF NURSING TEAM
- Identify and report to PNM of skill deficits
either current or potential shortfalls
- Support the wider nursing team with their
career portfolio
- Participate in clinical supervision and act as
a positive role model
- Ensure the nursing team at own site are
following local guidelines, protocols and standards
TEAM WORKING
- Work closely with PNM to ensure that the
nursing team are supported and to develop new ways of working.
- Be active member of the flu working group and
assist in the delivery of the flu vaccination programme.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
- The post holder must be currently working or be prepared to work at the specific site for at least 6 sessions. (i.e. one day equals two sessions)
- To cross site work as required.
- To work always with the best interests of all Granta patients irrespective of their named site.
- To understand and support the vision of Granta.
- Have a working knowledge of infection control and to be able to oversee and implement infection control policies and procedures as per the Granta Infection Control policy.
- Have an understanding of stock control and ordering, including dressing orders and oversee the delegation to other staff as appropriate.
Qualifications
Essential
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
- The post holder must be currently working or be prepared to work at the specific site for at least 6 sessions. (i.e. one day equals two sessions)
- To cross site work as required.
- To work always with the best interests of all Granta patients irrespective of their named site.
- To understand and support the vision of Granta.
- Have a working knowledge of infection control and to be able to oversee and implement infection control policies and procedures as per the Granta Infection Control policy.
- Have an understanding of stock control and ordering, including dressing orders and oversee the delegation to other staff as appropriate.
Qualifications
Essential
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
