Practice Nurse

Job summary

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. The duties will include all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced RGN and any additional roles agreed between the nurse and the doctors as appropriate, having regard to current training. Working in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct, the post-holder will provide assessment, treatment, screening, health education services and advice to patients.

The post-holder will work with reference to practice agreed protocols and guidelines, providing nursing treatments to patients both independently and in participation with nurse colleagues and general practitioners. The post-holder will have the required level of training and competence and will work within patient group directions where these are available. A nurse with prescribing qualifications will use them appropriately.

Main duties of the job

• Offer a holistic approach to travel health by providing comprehensive advice to patients prior to travel including; vaccinations and medicines, safe sex, food hygiene, sun protection
• Offer advice about childhood and adult vaccinations and ensure vaccines are administered under patient group directions
• Running well person clinics and health promotion programmes, facilitating change by providing holistic assessment and lifestyle advice on diet, smoking, alcohol intake and exercise
• Able to document Consultations according to practice protocols
• Ensures awareness of statutory and local clinical protection procedures, including systems of referral. Ability to recognise signs and symptoms of child abuse.
• Perform a holistic assessment of patients attending for cervical cytology smear tests.
• Perform venepuncture according to local guidelines
• Provide a holistic approach to wound management and implement wound care in line with current evidence based guidelines
• Assess patients with minor injuries, treat appropriately and refer to GP where necessary
• Suture removal, take ECG
• Able to recognize and manage anaphylaxis according to current UK guidelines
• Ability to obtain and document informed consent (either verbal or written)
• Lead on ensuring infection control guidelines are maintained across the practice

About us

We are a well-established and patient-focused General Practice committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services in Hackney. Our multidisciplinary team consists of experienced GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, ANP, and a host of additional health care professionals including administrative staff working collaboratively to provide comprehensive primary care. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring that both our staff and patients receive the best possible experience. Our practice is dedicated to continuous improvement, professional development, and maintaining high standards in patient care. As an NHS practice, we embrace innovation and efficiency to meet the evolving needs of our patients. We actively participate in local healthcare initiatives and work closely with other healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes. Join us and be part of a dedicated team making a real difference in primary care.