Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an
enthusiastic motivated practice nurse who can offer a full range of general
practice nursing, with qualifications in chronic disease management.
The successful applicant will be instrumental in providing
pro-active support to the team and must have good clinical knowledge in their
field and understanding of General Practice.
Ideally, we are looking for 25 to 30 hours but are
open to negotiation. The position is working over 4
or 5 days and includes working until 6.30pm/8.30 pm (extended hours), for one
shift per week (Monday) and offering cover and flexibility where required. General Practice experience is essential.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking someone who can provide Immunisations, Cervical Screening and all Chronic Disease Management such as diagnosis and management of asthma and diabetes, with a good understanding of QOF.
As a training practice, there would be an expectation to maintain and develop skills in delivering education to staff and students. This position offers good learning opportunities for the right candidate.
The post will be based at Pendle View Medical Centre. The practice has 4 GP partners, with Nurse Associates, and Health Care Assistants to support the team.
We are a training Practice with Medical Students, Foundation and Speciality Trainee Doctors.
Our aim is to deliver a high standard of health care to our local practice population, and we are based in a premises in the heart of the community.
About us
Pendle View is a well-established, friendly, training and research practice in East Lancashire.
We have a diverse cultural practice population of over 7800 patients.
We strive for quality which is reflected in us attaining the RCGP Quality Practice Award, being rated as good by CQC and our excellent Quality and Outcome Framework results.
We have an experienced team of GP partners who have varied interests including education, research and leadership with excellent links with ICB, LMC and primary care networks.
Our training history includes the training of GP registrars, medical students, Physician Associates and student nurses affiliated to University of Central Lancashire, as well as taking work experience placements for Health & Social students at our local college.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Organise and co-ordinate the provision of nursing services for the practice, to include the delegation of duties to other practice nursing staff as appropriate.
Provide nursing treatments to patients in participation with general practitioners or independently, meeting agreed protocols
Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with a known long-term condition.
Identify, and manage as appropriate, treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition.
Provide general and specific health screenings to practice patients (within agreed protocols) with referral to general practitioners as necessary
Assist in the clinical assessment of patients, in line with practice protocols and procedures.
Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children.
Following appropriate training, undertake the collection, storage and despatch of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs, smears etc. and ensure the cleanliness of any equipment so used. Perform any investigatory procedures requested by the GPs
Job description
Job responsibilities
Organise and co-ordinate the provision of nursing services for the practice, to include the delegation of duties to other practice nursing staff as appropriate.
Provide nursing treatments to patients in participation with general practitioners or independently, meeting agreed protocols
Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with a known long-term condition.
Identify, and manage as appropriate, treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition.
Provide general and specific health screenings to practice patients (within agreed protocols) with referral to general practitioners as necessary
Assist in the clinical assessment of patients, in line with practice protocols and procedures.
Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children.
Following appropriate training, undertake the collection, storage and despatch of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs, smears etc. and ensure the cleanliness of any equipment so used. Perform any investigatory procedures requested by the GPs
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Experience of working in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2002) and the Scope of Professional practice (1992)
Desirable
- Diploma in chronic disease management - diabetes, asthma
- Cervical cytology registered smear taker
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a GP Surgery or for the NHS
- Experience of dealing with the public/patients.
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Able to prioritise workloads
- Able to deal with difficult and confrontational situations
- Dealing with emergency situations
- Dealing with confidential information
- Experience of a busy working environment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Experience of working in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2002) and the Scope of Professional practice (1992)
Desirable
- Diploma in chronic disease management - diabetes, asthma
- Cervical cytology registered smear taker
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a GP Surgery or for the NHS
- Experience of dealing with the public/patients.
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Able to prioritise workloads
- Able to deal with difficult and confrontational situations
- Dealing with emergency situations
- Dealing with confidential information
- Experience of a busy working environment
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).
