Job summary
I am thrilled to inform you about the fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team as a Practice Nurse at Wombwell Medical Centre. While a full-time commitment is preferred, we are open to discussing flexible arrangements to accommodate the right candidate.
Our practice is a bustling community of medical professionals, comprising 2 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GPs, 2 Advanced Clinical Practitioners, 1 Clinical Practitioner, 3 Practice Nurses, 2 Physician Associates, 2 Health and Wellbeing Coaches, 3 Care Coordinators, 3 HCAs, 2 Clinical Pharmacists, 1 Practice Manager, 4 Administrators, 1 Reception Manager, and 9 Receptionists, as well as members from our local community services.
If you are keen to develop your nursing career within a nurturing, dynamic, and highly professional environment, look no further. Your expertise and commitment would be a gigantic asset to the extraordinary team at Wombwell Medical Centre.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for candidates with extensive experience in several key areas. These include:
Management of long-term conditions
Administering childhood and routine immunisations
Providing comprehensive and holistic patient care
Guiding on and administering vaccinations
Performing cervical cytology screenings
Managing wound care
Offering contraception advice and reviews
Providing travel advice and vaccinations
Advocating for health promotion and education
If you are keen to develop your nursing career within a nurturing, dynamic, and highly professional environment, look no further. Your expertise and commitment would be a gigantic asset to the extraordinary team at Wombwell Medical Centre.
About us
We are a dynamic practice in Barnsley, led by visionary partners committed to driving positive change in healthcare. One of our partners serves as the Clinical Director for the Primary Care Network, so we are uniquely positioned to lead with shared management and clinical expertise.
Our culture is one of encouragement, support, and a relentless drive to enhance the quality of healthcare services. If you are passionate about making a difference and eager to be part of a progressive team, this opportunity is for you.
Hurry and submit your CV today. We are considering applications on a first-come, first-served basis. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of our innovative journey towards better healthcare for all.
We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the practice
nurse. Other tasks may be required on occasion, depending on factors such as workload and staffing levels.
Clinical
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
To be involved in immunisation, including campaigns as
required by the public health needs of the Practice population
To exercise knowledge and skills in chronic disease, wound
assessment and management, ear care, contraception, and other clinical skills
as appropriate to the role
To participate in infection control
To participate in the screening and health promotion
activities of the Practice
To develop skills in sexual health, including cervical
cytology and sexual health screening
To participate in chronic disease management within the Practice
guidelines
To make referrals to, and receive referrals from, other
health care professionals
To demonstrate a level of knowledge and clinical skills
appropriate to the needs of the role
To prescribe medications within competence and the scope of
Practice
Management
To participate in the development of Practice philosophy,
strategy, and policy
To be involved in the management of change within the
Practice and the implementation of systems to improve patient care
To participate in and contribute to the clinical governance
agenda of the Practice
To assist the Practice in achieving the Quality and Outcome
Framework (GMS contract), Practice Delivery Agreement (PDA), Investment and
Impact Fund (IIF) and other local and directed enhanced services.
To evaluate and audit care
To participate in multidisciplinary protocol development
To be responsible for the maintenance of supplies and
equipment
Training and education
To contribute to the training of Medical and
Nursing students, and other students and members of staff as required
To participate in the clinical meetings within the Practice
To maintain one's professional development and PDP
To attend study days, courses and other educational events
as required by the role
To participate in the Practice appraisal process
Communication
To maintain accurate and contemporaneous records
To work with the broader nursing team in developing an
integrated service for patients
Make referrals to other Practice team members and
voluntary and statutory agencies as necessary.
Professional
To work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and
Scope of Professional Practice
To undertake professional development as required by the
role
To undertake an annual non-medical prescribing audit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the practice
nurse. Other tasks may be required on occasion, depending on factors such as workload and staffing levels.
Clinical
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
To be involved in immunisation, including campaigns as
required by the public health needs of the Practice population
To exercise knowledge and skills in chronic disease, wound
assessment and management, ear care, contraception, and other clinical skills
as appropriate to the role
To participate in infection control
To participate in the screening and health promotion
activities of the Practice
To develop skills in sexual health, including cervical
cytology and sexual health screening
To participate in chronic disease management within the Practice
guidelines
To make referrals to, and receive referrals from, other
health care professionals
To demonstrate a level of knowledge and clinical skills
appropriate to the needs of the role
To prescribe medications within competence and the scope of
Practice
Management
To participate in the development of Practice philosophy,
strategy, and policy
To be involved in the management of change within the
Practice and the implementation of systems to improve patient care
To participate in and contribute to the clinical governance
agenda of the Practice
To assist the Practice in achieving the Quality and Outcome
Framework (GMS contract), Practice Delivery Agreement (PDA), Investment and
Impact Fund (IIF) and other local and directed enhanced services.
To evaluate and audit care
To participate in multidisciplinary protocol development
To be responsible for the maintenance of supplies and
equipment
Training and education
To contribute to the training of Medical and
Nursing students, and other students and members of staff as required
To participate in the clinical meetings within the Practice
To maintain one's professional development and PDP
To attend study days, courses and other educational events
as required by the role
To participate in the Practice appraisal process
Communication
To maintain accurate and contemporaneous records
To work with the broader nursing team in developing an
integrated service for patients
Make referrals to other Practice team members and
voluntary and statutory agencies as necessary.
Professional
To work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and
Scope of Professional Practice
To undertake professional development as required by the
role
To undertake an annual non-medical prescribing audit.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 1. Experience of working within the Primary Care Environment
- 2. Up-to-date training in Childhood and Adult Immunisations
- 3. Training and experience in the management of long-term conditions
- 4. Training and experience in contraception and sexual health including cytology
Desirable
- 2 years post-registration experience
- IT skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Car driver
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
- Ability to work well as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Well-developed problem-solving skills
- Desirable
- Motivational interviewing skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential
- 1. RGN
- 2. Current registration with NMC
- 3. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development appropriate to the role
Desirable
- 1. Independent Nurse Prescriber
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 1. Experience of working within the Primary Care Environment
- 2. Up-to-date training in Childhood and Adult Immunisations
- 3. Training and experience in the management of long-term conditions
- 4. Training and experience in contraception and sexual health including cytology
Desirable
- 2 years post-registration experience
- IT skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Car driver
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
- Ability to work well as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Well-developed problem-solving skills
- Desirable
- Motivational interviewing skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential
- 1. RGN
- 2. Current registration with NMC
- 3. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development appropriate to the role
Desirable
- 1. Independent Nurse Prescriber
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).