Job summary
As part of our practice development, we are excited to offer an opportunity for a newly qualified Band 5 nurse to join our team. You will work closely with HCAs, Phlebotomists and Nurses, and be part of a wider team of clinical and non-clinical staff.
The part-time role entails three fixed working days per week.
Our practices are in rural settings and ideal for a relaxing walk or lunch break!
Main duties of the job
- To undertake clinical management of patients in accordance with practice protocols, policies, patient group directives and evidence-based practice.
- To undertake health needs assessment of patients in the Practice both on an individual and group basis.
- To deliver health education, health screening and health promotion as both opportunistic and planned interventions.
- Accurate and thorough data collection and recording.
- To
work on a rota basis to participate in NHS England initiatives regarding
extended working hours/7 day working.
- To
ensure all patients, visitors and colleagues are treated with respect,
dignity always in a friendly and professional way using clear verbal and
written communication.
- Continual
personal development in knowledge and skill to ensure the needs of the
Practice population are met.
- Extended
Access at a premium rate of pay.
About us
We are a team made up of 9 GP Partners (male and female) 6
Salaried GPs (male and female), 2 Nurse Practitioners, 4 Nurses, 5 HCAs and 6
Phlebotomists, working across two rural sites. We are a training practice with
several Registrars and Medical Students.
We have a large, knowledgeable administration team, and an
excellent team spirit throughout.
The Team is dedicated to providing an excellent service to
our patients whilst promoting healthy living.
We are part of a Primary Care Network consisting of 9
practices. We meet regularly and support each other clinically and
non-clinically.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake clinical management of patients in accordance with practice protocols, policies, patient group directives and evidence-based practice
- To undertake health needs assessment of patients in the Practice both on an individual and group basis
- To deliver health education, health screening and health promotion as both opportunistic and planned interventions
- Accurate and thorough data collection and recording
- To work on a rota basis to participate in NHS England initiatives regarding extended working hours/7 day working
- To ensure all patients, visitors and colleagues are treated with respect, dignity always in a friendly and professional way using clear verbal and written communication
- Continual personal development in knowledge and skill to ensure the needs of the Practice population are met
- Manage caseload of patients in a clinical system for a variety of conditions to the patient population as required.To practice within own competencies and knowledge appropriate to the role
- Knowledge of chronic diseases including asthma, COPD, diabetes, HF, and other chronic conditions
- Participate in the management and recording of medical supplies, stock expiry dates in treatment and storerooms
- Input accurate information into the patients electronic health record in a timely and efficient manner, using approved coding to meet Quality and Outcome Framework (QOF) and Practice targets
- Initiate and participate in clinical audit as required
- Take personal responsibility to ensure infection control policy/aseptic techniques are up to date and adhered to as required, and participate in infection control audits and visits
- Actively participate in significant event analysis (SEA)
- Maintain testing and recording of treatment room equipment, reporting any malfunctions or damage to the line manager
- Maintain level of training, skill, and knowledge to always ensure patient care and safe
- Ensure Nurse Registration, revalidation and indemnity are always up to date
- Opportunistic health promotion of health care, particularly in relation to diet, smoking, alcohol, and exercise, giving preventative health advice
- Contribute towards achieving audit targets for the Practice, both clinical and non-clinical
- Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
- Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies and liaising with external agencies
- Demonstrate good practice for equal opportunities, culture, and diversity in relations with colleagues and patients
- Chaperoning of patients and clinicians as required
- Adhere to all relevant policies including infection control and cold chain management
- Using protective equipment and clothing provided and in accordance with practice policies
- Apply spill control and decontamination policies
- Management of patients will include the following direct clinical activity: monitoring including blood pressure and ECG, adult, and childhood vaccination programmes (influenza, shingles, pneumovax etc)
- Any other appropriate duties as requested by the Practice Manager or GP Partners
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake clinical management of patients in accordance with practice protocols, policies, patient group directives and evidence-based practice
- To undertake health needs assessment of patients in the Practice both on an individual and group basis
- To deliver health education, health screening and health promotion as both opportunistic and planned interventions
- Accurate and thorough data collection and recording
- To work on a rota basis to participate in NHS England initiatives regarding extended working hours/7 day working
- To ensure all patients, visitors and colleagues are treated with respect, dignity always in a friendly and professional way using clear verbal and written communication
- Continual personal development in knowledge and skill to ensure the needs of the Practice population are met
- Manage caseload of patients in a clinical system for a variety of conditions to the patient population as required.To practice within own competencies and knowledge appropriate to the role
- Knowledge of chronic diseases including asthma, COPD, diabetes, HF, and other chronic conditions
- Participate in the management and recording of medical supplies, stock expiry dates in treatment and storerooms
- Input accurate information into the patients electronic health record in a timely and efficient manner, using approved coding to meet Quality and Outcome Framework (QOF) and Practice targets
- Initiate and participate in clinical audit as required
- Take personal responsibility to ensure infection control policy/aseptic techniques are up to date and adhered to as required, and participate in infection control audits and visits
- Actively participate in significant event analysis (SEA)
- Maintain testing and recording of treatment room equipment, reporting any malfunctions or damage to the line manager
- Maintain level of training, skill, and knowledge to always ensure patient care and safe
- Ensure Nurse Registration, revalidation and indemnity are always up to date
- Opportunistic health promotion of health care, particularly in relation to diet, smoking, alcohol, and exercise, giving preventative health advice
- Contribute towards achieving audit targets for the Practice, both clinical and non-clinical
- Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
- Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies and liaising with external agencies
- Demonstrate good practice for equal opportunities, culture, and diversity in relations with colleagues and patients
- Chaperoning of patients and clinicians as required
- Adhere to all relevant policies including infection control and cold chain management
- Using protective equipment and clothing provided and in accordance with practice policies
- Apply spill control and decontamination policies
- Management of patients will include the following direct clinical activity: monitoring including blood pressure and ECG, adult, and childhood vaccination programmes (influenza, shingles, pneumovax etc)
- Any other appropriate duties as requested by the Practice Manager or GP Partners
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade 4 or above in English and Maths
- Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
- Experience of working autonomously
- Experience of infection prevention control measure
- Wound care / removal of stitches and staples
- Understand the requirement for PGDs
- Venepuncture
- Able to perform ECGs
- Clear, polite telephone manner
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade 4 or above in English and Maths
- Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
- Experience of working autonomously
- Experience of infection prevention control measure
- Wound care / removal of stitches and staples
- Understand the requirement for PGDs
- Venepuncture
- Able to perform ECGs
- Clear, polite telephone manner
Desirable
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).
