Job summary
A position has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated
individual to undertake the role of Practice Nurse, and work 22.5 - 28 hours per
week. The ideal candidate should be registered with the NMC, should have experience
working in a GP practice and provide certification of training courses
undertaken for the relevant post. They should be confident and competent in
reviewing patients.
Main duties of the job
Being a Practice Nurse at the surgery will give you the
opportunity to have a variation in your working week.
Some of the duties include:
Cervical Smears
General HealthAdvice
Immunisations (eg. Travel / Childhood / Flu )
Chronic Disease Management
Please see attached Job description for complete details.
About us
Firdale Medical Centre is a forward looking, well led,
patient centred practice. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality
modern healthcare and achieving excellent patient and professional
satisfaction.
Led by experienced GPs we are friendly and supportive team
maximising the skills of various professionals including Practice Pharmacist,
Pharmacy Technician and Physiotherapist. We embrace new technology and demand
management methods, that reflect our cutting edge and modern approach to
providing services. Our weekly clinical meetings opportunity to discuss complex cases and are quite unique to
our Practice.
At Firdale Medical Centre, we strive to deliver high quality
care for all our patients, and we aim to be approachable, accessible, and
friendly.
We are also a teaching practice supporting Foundation Doctors and GP Speciality programs.
We like to think there is more to work than roles and responsibilities and it is essential for everyone to feel a part of the team and able to contribute to the services we provide.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist GP's to help deliver effective implementation of management of patients with chronic diseases as detailed by the Quality and Outcomes framework.
- Contribute to the development of policies / protocols / guidelines within the practice.
- Aid the practice team with implementation of new initiatives in the delivery of chronic disease management services.
- Formulate reports as required for the practice manager.
- Support the implementation of evidence-based guidelines in conjunction with the practice nursing team.
- Promote the continuing professional development
Clinical
- Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks.
- Undertake family planning assessments, give advice and refer or signpost patients appropriately
- Perform cervical screening
- Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction, ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs.
- To undertake duties in specific chronic disease management. e.g. diabetes, respiratory, epilepsy, CHD etc.
- Contribute to the maintenance of the practice long term contidions registers.
- Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately.
- Provide an adult and childhood immunisation service working to Patient Group Directions
- Delivers travel health care, including vaccinations and advice for patients
- Recognise the signs of child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse, addictive behaviours, suicidal tendencies and is aware of local, referral procedures.
- Ensure that current evidence-based approaches to patient are standard practice
- Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and body fluids spillages and report and treat sharps injuries.
- Undertake first aid and management of emergencies, eg burns, haemorrhage, hypo/hyperglycaemic emergencies/asthma attacks.
- Undertake annual training and demonstrates competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist GP's to help deliver effective implementation of management of patients with chronic diseases as detailed by the Quality and Outcomes framework.
- Contribute to the development of policies / protocols / guidelines within the practice.
- Aid the practice team with implementation of new initiatives in the delivery of chronic disease management services.
- Formulate reports as required for the practice manager.
- Support the implementation of evidence-based guidelines in conjunction with the practice nursing team.
- Promote the continuing professional development
Clinical
- Support the practice in achieving quality indicators and targets of the GMS contract and any relevant National Service Frameworks.
- Undertake family planning assessments, give advice and refer or signpost patients appropriately
- Perform cervical screening
- Administer adult and paediatric injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction, ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs.
- To undertake duties in specific chronic disease management. e.g. diabetes, respiratory, epilepsy, CHD etc.
- Contribute to the maintenance of the practice long term contidions registers.
- Provide advice on lifestyle issues, assist and support patients in changing their unhealthy behaviours and refer appropriately.
- Provide an adult and childhood immunisation service working to Patient Group Directions
- Delivers travel health care, including vaccinations and advice for patients
- Recognise the signs of child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse, addictive behaviours, suicidal tendencies and is aware of local, referral procedures.
- Ensure that current evidence-based approaches to patient are standard practice
- Apply infection control measures when collecting and handling of laboratory specimens, disposing of waste materials, dealing with blood and body fluids spillages and report and treat sharps injuries.
- Undertake first aid and management of emergencies, eg burns, haemorrhage, hypo/hyperglycaemic emergencies/asthma attacks.
- Undertake annual training and demonstrates competency in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration
- Immunisation and vaccination training
Desirable
- Cervical Cytology qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within nursing team
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice
- Experience working with EMIS
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Good IT skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration
- Immunisation and vaccination training
Desirable
- Cervical Cytology qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within nursing team
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice
- Experience working with EMIS
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Good IT skills
- Good interpersonal and communication 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).
