Practice Nurse

Job summary

The successful applicant would be expected to provide nursing services to the practice population with evidence-based, quality-focused care. To assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care. To ensure clear channels of communication exist between clinical, administrative, and community teams. to project a positive and friendly image of our patients and other professionals.

You will play a vital role in providing exceptional nursing care to our patients, your responsibilities will include conducting patient assessments, administering treatments and vaccinations, managing chronic conditions and collaborating with our multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients

The days of work would be all day Monday and Thursday this is NON negotiable

Main duties of the job

To provide assessment, treatment, screening and health educations services and advice, working in accordance with set protocols, guidelines and NMC Code of Conduct.

Provide nursing services/treatments to patients independently or in participation with general practitioners with reference to aforesaid agreed protocols and guidelines

Have the ability to work on own initiative , acknowledge limitations of oneself and in the delegation to others. Recognising when referral to other health professional is required.

To be familiar with changes and progress in nursing care

Evaluating and adapting care using evidence-based practice in consultation with colleagues as a forum for team education, development and audit.

To include but not limited to

Wound management

Measuring blood pressure & venepuncture

Routine injections as prescribed

Cervical Smears

childhood and adult immunisations

well person health checks

Ear syringing and assessment of ears

Spirometry

Weight management

Family planning/ assisting in coil fittings and implants

Chronic disease management

CVD risk assessments and Q risk interpretations

Referrals to podiatry, counselling, audiology etc

Ensuring all specimens are checked and set to the lab as required

To become fully conversant with QoF, coding

To be responsible for the efficient running of the treatment room and equipment and to ensure clinical areas are at all times safe for staff and patients

Participate in the education of students of all disciplines

Be aware of local Policies & Protocols

About us

Wallis Avenue is a thriving healthcare facility committed to delivering high-quality medical services to our community. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered approach and collaborative team environment. We are currently seeking an experienced practice nurse to join our dynamic team on a part-time basis working 2 full days. Unfortunately, due to room capacity, these days are non-negotiable.