THE OLD COURTHOUSE SURGERY

Nursing Associate/Nurse

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Job summary

We are looking for a qualified nursing associate or nurse to support the nursing team in the delivery of practice nursing services within the General Practice multidisciplinary team. There are currently two nurses in the team as our Nursing Associate has moved location and we need to replace this position.

The role will initially entail basic General Practice nursing work with the aim to expand knowledge and skills in the future. We are also open to applications from experienced nurses or nursing associates in this field.

Main duties of the job

a. Be responsible for delivering high quality, patient-centred, compassionate care under the leadership and direction of a practice nurse

b. To provide routine care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence.

c. To provide wound care, dressings, cervical screening, injections, chronic disease monitoring, adult vaccinations, travel (training will be provided)

d. Childhood vaccines (nurse only)

e. To support and deliver health promotion and well-being programmes including any opportunistic delivery

f. To maintain chronic disease registers and support clinics to promote patient safety whilst maximising QOF

g. To support vaccination programmes for adults and children

h. To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation

i. To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters in accordance with local and national policies

j. To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

k. To act as a chaperone

l. To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

m. To maintain own clinical competencies and be responsible for own continuing professional development and attend appropriate courses and study days arranged by the Practice

n. To support smooth running of the practice

About us

The surgery is based in High Barnet, North London, and has a patient population of roughly 8,500. We are a GP training practice and alongside training doctors we are experienced in training Healthcare Assistants, Trainee Nursing Associates, Student Nurses and Nurses new to the specialism.

The team is made up of two male partners, three female salaried GPs and two practice nurses. They are supported by a practice manager, medical assistant and 11 receptionists.

We pride ourselves in being a friendly team of administrative staff, doctors and nurses. We strive to deliver high quality care throughout the service and will support the applicant to reach their potential and feel part of this care delivery excellence

Details

Date posted

28 September 2022

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

A1446-22-2695

Job locations

27 WOOD STREET

BARNET

HERTS

EN5 4BB


Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a qualified nursing associate or nurse to support the nursing team in the delivery of practice nursing services within the General Practice multidisciplinary team. There are currently two nurses in the team as our Nursing Associate has moved location and we need to replace this position.

The role will initially entail basic General Practice nursing work with the aim to expand knowledge and skills in the future. We are also open to applications from experienced nurses or nursing associates in this field.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a qualified nursing associate or nurse to support the nursing team in the delivery of practice nursing services within the General Practice multidisciplinary team. There are currently two nurses in the team as our Nursing Associate has moved location and we need to replace this position.

The role will initially entail basic General Practice nursing work with the aim to expand knowledge and skills in the future. We are also open to applications from experienced nurses or nursing associates in this field.

Person Specification

Clinical knowledge

Essential

  • Understand and act in line with NMC professional standards for practice
  • Understand the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
  • Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
  • Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information
  • Ability to record accurate clinical notes

Desirable

  • Chaperone procedure

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nursing Associate or Nurse and on the NMC register
  • Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
  • GCSE Grade A-C in Maths and English or skills level 2 Maths and English or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the nursing associate in the context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation and how the role may contribute to service development

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a primary care environment

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
  • Strong IT skills and competent in the use of MS Office
  • Effective time management (planning and organising)

Desirable

  • EMIS Web user skills
Person Specification

Clinical knowledge

Essential

  • Understand and act in line with NMC professional standards for practice
  • Understand the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
  • Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
  • Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information
  • Ability to record accurate clinical notes

Desirable

  • Chaperone procedure

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nursing Associate or Nurse and on the NMC register
  • Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
  • GCSE Grade A-C in Maths and English or skills level 2 Maths and English or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Understanding of the scope of the role of the nursing associate in the context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation and how the role may contribute to service development

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a primary care environment

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
  • Strong IT skills and competent in the use of MS Office
  • Effective time management (planning and organising)

Desirable

  • EMIS Web user skills

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).

Employer details

Employer name

THE OLD COURTHOUSE SURGERY

Address

27 WOOD STREET

BARNET

HERTS

EN5 4BB


Employer's website

https://www.theoldcourthousesurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

THE OLD COURTHOUSE SURGERY

Address

27 WOOD STREET

BARNET

HERTS

EN5 4BB


Employer's website

https://www.theoldcourthousesurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Georgina Rider

georgina.rider1@nhs.net

02084474730

Details

Date posted

28 September 2022

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

A1446-22-2695

Job locations

27 WOOD STREET

BARNET

HERTS

EN5 4BB


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