Job summary
We are looking to recruit to the post of Treatment Room Nurse. You will work within our well established Nursing team. The role will involve general treatment room duties which include wound care, phlebotomy, travel health, health promotion, immunisations and cytology.
The ability to work as part of a team is essential. The successful candidate will be well organised, flexible, enthusiastic and committed to working in a Practice environment.
This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a fantastic team, Primary Care is constantly changing so there would be real opportunity to expand and broaden the role.
The hours are:
Friday - 1.00pm - 6.30pm - 5.5hrs
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.
To work as a member of the general practice nursing team, to support the organisation and facilitation of clinical care in a holistic and proactive manner to patients registered at the practice.
About us
We are a progressive, forward thinking, innovative and growing Practice, based in South Gloucestershire. Our practice is located equidistant between the vibrant, cultural and historic cities of Bristol and Bath. We are only 6 miles from the centres of these diverse cities, yet the beautiful countryside of South Gloucestershire is only 5 minutes away.
Our friendly, motivated and patient centred team is constantly expanding; the Practice currently has 4 GP Partners, a Managing Partner and 6 Associate GPs. Our list size of over 13,000 patients is growing rapidly. We actively encourage personal development; we offer flexibility on working days and hours, as well as an attractive remuneration package, with excellent terms and conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide nursing treatments to patients in participation with general practitioners or independently to agreed protocols
To prepare/assist/facilitate vaccinations and immunisations and travel programmes
To undertake cytology screening
To undertake the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs, etc., and perform any investigatory procedures requested by the GPs following appropriate training
To participate in a family planning service to patients
Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team
Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients computerised medical records
Ensure accurate completion of necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice
Attend and participate in all practice meetings as required
Assist in the formulation of practice philosophy, strategy and policy
To undertake all administrative procedures relating to the post, liaising with the Nurses Practice Manager/GPs
To participate in the review of existing evidence-based nursing practice by using valid and reliable audit tools and published and validated research results from medical, nursing and paramedical data in order to effect changes in clinical practice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide nursing treatments to patients in participation with general practitioners or independently to agreed protocols
To prepare/assist/facilitate vaccinations and immunisations and travel programmes
To undertake cytology screening
To undertake the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs, etc., and perform any investigatory procedures requested by the GPs following appropriate training
To participate in a family planning service to patients
Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team
Ensure accurate notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients computerised medical records
Ensure accurate completion of necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice
Attend and participate in all practice meetings as required
Assist in the formulation of practice philosophy, strategy and policy
To undertake all administrative procedures relating to the post, liaising with the Nurses Practice Manager/GPs
To participate in the review of existing evidence-based nursing practice by using valid and reliable audit tools and published and validated research results from medical, nursing and paramedical data in order to effect changes in clinical practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Post-registration training and experience in GP practice with particular experience in leg ulcer management and baby immunisation Awareness of the national service framework guidelines Basic certificate of life support Understanding of health and Safety
Experience
Essential
- Willingness to learn and acquire new skills Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS Evidence of appropriate knowledge base Interest and basic knowledge in long-term conditions
Desirable
- Demonstrate an understanding of audit Baby Immunisations Previous treatment room experience including travel health and cervical screening
Other
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Evidence of problem-solving and decision making skills Good team player Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively Willingness to accept additional responsibilities Good level of computer literacy and word processing skills Reliable and organised Able to adapt to meet service needs Professional Manner
Desirable
- Uses initiative Gets on well with people at all levels
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Post-registration training and experience in GP practice with particular experience in leg ulcer management and baby immunisation Awareness of the national service framework guidelines Basic certificate of life support Understanding of health and Safety
Experience
Essential
- Willingness to learn and acquire new skills Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS Evidence of appropriate knowledge base Interest and basic knowledge in long-term conditions
Desirable
- Demonstrate an understanding of audit Baby Immunisations Previous treatment room experience including travel health and cervical screening
Other
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Evidence of problem-solving and decision making skills Good team player Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively Willingness to accept additional responsibilities Good level of computer literacy and word processing skills Reliable and organised Able to adapt to meet service needs Professional Manner
Desirable
- Uses initiative Gets on well with people at all levels
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).
