Job summary
An exciting opportunity has
arisen for a motivated, forward-thinking nurse to join our friendly, rural
practice.
We
are ideally looking for an experienced practice nurse to join our team.
However, for the right candidate we will consider nurses new to general
practice and return to practice candidates.
You will possess a positive
mindset and excellent communication skills, with an ability to demonstrate a
commitment to continuous professional development and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.. You will be able to work as
part of a team and autonomously with equal skill.
There will be a requirement to
support the nursing team with flexibility to meet the varying demands of the
post.
You will receive training and support to develop
your professional career with us.
Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience.
The role is a part time position for 28 hours.
Working hours negotiable
Main duties of the job
Your main responsibilities will be providing high standard, evidence-based care to our patients to include health checks, immunisations, cervical cytology and wound care.
This role will include a specialism in the care of patients with respiratory conditions, which will be developed through undertaking the appropriate training if not already part of the role holders skill set.
You will be an integral part of a dynamic nursing team focusing on supporting patients to be healthy, monitoring long term conditions, health promotion and screening activities.
About us
Price's Mill Surgery is located in the heart of the beautiful market town of Nailsworth. We are a friendly, progressive practice with a patient list size of 9400 patients. Our clinical team comprises 5 GP Partners, 2 GPs, Lead Nurse, 3 Practice Nurses, Frailty Nurse, Research Nurse, 2 Healthcare Assistants, a Phlebotomist, a Clinical Pharmacist and a Pharmacy Technician. Our experienced administrative and patient co-ordinator teams support the delivery of clinical services.
We are a GP training practice. We encourage and support personal and team development. Our clinical system is SystmOne.
Benefits:
- Competitive rate of pay
- 26 days annual leave (increasing to 28 after 2 years service and again to 30 days after 5 years service) plus bank holidays pro rata
- NHS pension
- On site free parking
- Cycle to Work Scheme
If you are looking for a varied role combined with work-life balance and a supportive work environment we look forward to your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Core Responsibilities/Duties of the role are:
- To perform routine nursing treatments related to patient care as directed by the Lead Nurse, GPs or independently to agreed protocols
- Provide general and specific health screenings to the practice patients (within agreed protocols and with regard to current training) with referral to the GPs or Lead Nurse as necessary
- To develop a specialism/specialise in the care of patients with respiratory conditions in conjunction with the GP Respiratory Lead
Advise patients on general health care and minor ailments with referral to GPs as necessary.
Participate in the management of treatment room supplies and equipment
Undertake the collection of specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs, urine culture and smears.
Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team
To work at all times in ways consistent with the practice Values and Behavioural Framework
Please see attached full Job Description for all requirements of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Core Responsibilities/Duties of the role are:
- To perform routine nursing treatments related to patient care as directed by the Lead Nurse, GPs or independently to agreed protocols
- Provide general and specific health screenings to the practice patients (within agreed protocols and with regard to current training) with referral to the GPs or Lead Nurse as necessary
- To develop a specialism/specialise in the care of patients with respiratory conditions in conjunction with the GP Respiratory Lead
Advise patients on general health care and minor ailments with referral to GPs as necessary.
Participate in the management of treatment room supplies and equipment
Undertake the collection of specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs, urine culture and smears.
Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team
To work at all times in ways consistent with the practice Values and Behavioural Framework
Please see attached full Job Description for all requirements of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered NMC General Nurse
Desirable
- Cervical cytology
- Immunisations
- Accredited Training in respiratory conditions
Experience
Essential
- Post-registration experience minimum 2 years
- Demonstrable commitment to ongoing professional development
- Excellent communication skills-verbal and written
- Knowledge of NMC Standards and Scope of Professional Practice Requirements
- Fulfilment of essential and desirable criteria in the attached Person Specification document
Desirable
- Post-registration general practice nursing
- Respiratory conditions assessment and management
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- People First: Willing to place patients and colleagues at heart of what
- they do. Understands the impact of their actions on others.
- Future Focused: Optimistic, learns from experience and keen to develop
- Embracing Change: Prepared to try things, forthcoming with ideas and
- solutions for improving the way things work
- Working Together: Approachable and able to build relationships
- Everyone Counts: Works with integrity and trust, always respectful of
- others
- Be highly motivated and able to motivate others
- Be flexible and adaptable
- Possess a good sense of humour
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered NMC General Nurse
Desirable
- Cervical cytology
- Immunisations
- Accredited Training in respiratory conditions
Experience
Essential
- Post-registration experience minimum 2 years
- Demonstrable commitment to ongoing professional development
- Excellent communication skills-verbal and written
- Knowledge of NMC Standards and Scope of Professional Practice Requirements
- Fulfilment of essential and desirable criteria in the attached Person Specification document
Desirable
- Post-registration general practice nursing
- Respiratory conditions assessment and management
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- People First: Willing to place patients and colleagues at heart of what
- they do. Understands the impact of their actions on others.
- Future Focused: Optimistic, learns from experience and keen to develop
- Embracing Change: Prepared to try things, forthcoming with ideas and
- solutions for improving the way things work
- Working Together: Approachable and able to build relationships
- Everyone Counts: Works with integrity and trust, always respectful of
- others
- Be highly motivated and able to motivate others
- Be flexible and adaptable
- Possess a good sense of humour
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
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
