Job summary
Purpose of the
Position
To provide clinical nursing service and support to other professionals
and to patients of the practice including treatment, screening, chronic disease
management and advice within the professional competence of the post holder.
Support and work effectively within the clinical team.
All duties will be carried out in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional
Conduct and with regard to the various practice protocols. The nurse is part of
a nursing team responsible for ensuring that the practice provides an optimum
service of nursing care relevant to the practice population.
Main duties of the job
Main Responsibilities
of the Post
Meeting patients nursing care needs
identified or work care has been transferred to her by a GP. This will usually
be in surgery but occasionally home visits will also be required.
Initiating a mountain health
screening a promotional promotion clinic for identified areas of the practice
population recognising where modification of systems are referral is necessary
Managing the nursing care of patients
with chronic disease employing personal recall system suitable to the practice
knees this includes usually practice computer systems for input of information
for recall and screening purposes.
We
offer the following clinics:
Asthma/COPD
Diabetes,
Hypertension,
Cardiovascular Disease Monitoring
Cervical Smears
Child and Adult Immunisation
About us
The Wand Medical Centre is a dynamic, inclusive GP practice serving a diverse, urban population in one of Birminghams most deprived areas. We deliver high-quality, compassionate care and are committed to tackling health inequalities and improving community wellbeing.
Our multidisciplinary team includes experienced GPs, nurses, HCAs, pharmacists, and admin staff who work collaboratively in a supportive, respectful environment. We pride ourselves on our warm, inclusive culture where every voice is valued, and learning is continuous. As a training and research-active practice, we offer excellent opportunities for professional development, including mentoring, teaching, and involvement in clinical trials.
Our work ethic is grounded in integrity, teamwork, and a strong sense of purpose. We embrace innovation, lead on local health equity initiatives, and strive to make a real difference in the lives of our patients.
Staff benefit from flexible working, leadership support, protected learning time, and a culture that genuinely values wellbeing and personal growth. If you want to thrive in a friendly, forward-thinking practice that blends community impact with professional excellence
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintaining
efficient liaison with all areas of primary care team and other agencies to
assure continuity of care when necessary.
Routine treatment in general clinics,
including:
Wound management
Blood tests
ECGs
and other general treatment room skills
including:
clinical nursing practice
wound management:
Undertake dressing
Suture and clip removal
Screening:
undertake screening including BP checks
high and white BMI analysis smoking status
undertake venepuncture according to
practice protocol
Health promotion:
Make
basic assessments of needs of patients
Provide nutritional advice on:
Weight
CHD
Diabetes
BMI
Infection control
Support patient of colleagues adapting
sand infection control measures
Apply infection control measures within
the practice according to local national guidelines
This includes:
universal hygiene precautions
the collection handling of laboratory
specimens,
segregation disposal of waste materials,
Decontamination of instruments and
including clinical equipment
reporting treatment of sharp injuries
dealing with blood and blood fluid
apologies
Emergency Management
to be competent in anaphylaxis and
resuscitation techniques.
Attend updates when required
Womens Health:
Have a working knowledge of the national
and local cervical
Cytology and mammography screen programs
Can discuss self awareness and provide
supporting literature to patients
General Duties:
To maintain accurate patient records on
the computer
To collect data and participate in
regular practice audit and research projects when required
To login dispatch investments to the
hospital
To assist the practice nurse in the
provision of health promotion and chronic disease management
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintaining
efficient liaison with all areas of primary care team and other agencies to
assure continuity of care when necessary.
Routine treatment in general clinics,
including:
Wound management
Blood tests
ECGs
and other general treatment room skills
including:
clinical nursing practice
wound management:
Undertake dressing
Suture and clip removal
Screening:
undertake screening including BP checks
high and white BMI analysis smoking status
undertake venepuncture according to
practice protocol
Health promotion:
Make
basic assessments of needs of patients
Provide nutritional advice on:
Weight
CHD
Diabetes
BMI
Infection control
Support patient of colleagues adapting
sand infection control measures
Apply infection control measures within
the practice according to local national guidelines
This includes:
universal hygiene precautions
the collection handling of laboratory
specimens,
segregation disposal of waste materials,
Decontamination of instruments and
including clinical equipment
reporting treatment of sharp injuries
dealing with blood and blood fluid
apologies
Emergency Management
to be competent in anaphylaxis and
resuscitation techniques.
Attend updates when required
Womens Health:
Have a working knowledge of the national
and local cervical
Cytology and mammography screen programs
Can discuss self awareness and provide
supporting literature to patients
General Duties:
To maintain accurate patient records on
the computer
To collect data and participate in
regular practice audit and research projects when required
To login dispatch investments to the
hospital
To assist the practice nurse in the
provision of health promotion and chronic disease management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC)
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing
- Specialist qualifications (e.g., asthma, phelbotomy,diabetes, cervical cytology)
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a primary care or community setting
- Experience of managing long-term conditions
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice
- Experience of managing QOF and using templates
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC)
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing
- Specialist qualifications (e.g., asthma, phelbotomy,diabetes, cervical cytology)
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a primary care or community setting
- Experience of managing long-term conditions
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice
- Experience of managing QOF and using templates
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).