Job summary
Rectory Meadow Surgery are looking for an experienced Practice Nurse, ideally with a good working knowledge of managing Asthma, COPD, Diabetes, however training would be provided for the right person.
Pay will be aligned to Agenda For Change and based on skills and experience.
We are a very supportive team here at Rectory Meadow Surgery and we looking to find the right person to join our family. We are happy to consider full or part time hours.
A full job description and person specification is attached, which will provide full details of the post.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe and effective nursing care to the whole practice population, working closely with their Nursing team and GP colleagues to deliver a high level of patient care.
As an autonomous practitioner, the nurse is responsible for the care delivered, demonstrating critical thinking and skills in clinical decision-making.
We work collaboratively with the whole Practice Team to meet the needs of the patients.
About us
You will join our friendly team consisting of 6 GPs and trainee GPs, a strong and multi-skilled nursing team and Prescribing Advanced Nurse Practitioners. We have a strong and active Primary Care Network with Pharmacist support, Health and Wellbeing Coaches and Social Prescribers and Care Coordinators. The clinical team are supported by an efficient administrative team. Patient list of approx. 10800 patients.
We are a well-regarded Practice in the locality, with a stable, happy and enthusiastic team.
We are located in a large purpose built premises with a well equipped nursing and consulting rooms. Within walking distance of Amersham Old Town.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
duties will include all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced RGN and in
addition any roles agreed between the nurse and the doctors that will utilise
existing training especially in chronic disease management.
Core Job
responsibilities:
- Assist in and perform routine tasks
related to patient care as directed by the GPs
- Cervical Cytology
- Wound care/ulcer care/Doppler
- Removal of Sutures
- Urinalysis
- Travel Clinic
- ECGs
- Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry
- Venepuncture
- BP monitoring
- Ear syringing
- Contraception Pill checks
- Routine immunizations/Childhood
immunisations
- Chaperoning and assisting patients
where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician
- Assisting GPs with minor surgery and
coil fittings
- Requesting pathology tests, for example
urine culture, swabs
- Carrying out NHS Health checks
- Administering injections eg depo
neuroleptics, Decapeptyl, B12
- Following agreed clinical protocols
with referral to GPs as appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
duties will include all tasks normally undertaken by an experienced RGN and in
addition any roles agreed between the nurse and the doctors that will utilise
existing training especially in chronic disease management.
Core Job
responsibilities:
- Assist in and perform routine tasks
related to patient care as directed by the GPs
- Cervical Cytology
- Wound care/ulcer care/Doppler
- Removal of Sutures
- Urinalysis
- Travel Clinic
- ECGs
- Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry
- Venepuncture
- BP monitoring
- Ear syringing
- Contraception Pill checks
- Routine immunizations/Childhood
immunisations
- Chaperoning and assisting patients
where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician
- Assisting GPs with minor surgery and
coil fittings
- Requesting pathology tests, for example
urine culture, swabs
- Carrying out NHS Health checks
- Administering injections eg depo
neuroleptics, Decapeptyl, B12
- Following agreed clinical protocols
with referral to GPs as appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with minimum 3 years experience in general practice preferred
Desirable
- Post graduate diploma or degree; Chronic Disease Management
- Family Planning qualification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with minimum 3 years experience in general practice preferred
Desirable
- Post graduate diploma or degree; Chronic Disease Management
- Family Planning qualification
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).
