Practice Nurse

Litchdon Medical Centre

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Job summary

We are looking to cover two roles with either one or two people. We would like 12 hours for contraception and women's health and 16 hours for diabetes and hypertension long term conditions.

Experience in these specialist areas would be an advantage but training could be provided for the right candidate.

Our normal working days are 8.30am - 6.00pm. Some late night cover may be required on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

If you are interested in applying please include the area of specialism you are interested in and how many hours you would ideally like to work a week.

The attached Job Description describes all elements and will be adjusted to the specific specialities as agreed on appointment. For an informal chat please contact Glenys McCarthy at glenys.mccarthy@nhs.net

Salary scale between £16.00 - £22.00 based on qualifications, skills and experience.

Closing date 4/5/22 with interviews on 12/5/22.

Applicants that have not heard from the surgery by the 9th May should consider themselves unsuccessful at this time.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the delivery of the Practice's Nursing Services working as part of a multi-disciplinary team ensuring provision of high standard of patient care.

To work closely with all clinicians and admin staff to ensure accuracy and safety of procedures and working practice.

About us

Litchdon Medical Centre is a friendly busy GP surgery in North Devon. Our focus is on providing quality healthcare by valuing both patients and staff in a supportive and sustainable environment.

Date posted

21 April 2022

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16 to £22 an hour depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A3177-22-9288

Job locations

Landkey Road

Barnstaple

EX32 9LL

Job description

Job responsibilities

Manage patient care in the Urgent Care Team (UCT) working alongside a multi-disciplinary team providing on the day clinical care to patients.

Provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care.

Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice.

Where necessary, evaluate patient test results in conjunction with the patient and their GP and ensure the appropriate course of treatment is initiated.

Support the nursing team and GPs in undertaking health promotion to help educate patients.

Provide both regular and emergency contraceptive advice. Carry out Pill checks, implants and coil check.

Assessing and prescribing in support of good wound management in complex situations (e.g. use of Doppler technique)

Carry out care to the patients in the treatment room, inc. but not exclusively smears, ECGs, ear syringing, dressings, etc.

Provide comprehensive travel health advice for patients prior to travel including malaria prophylaxis, safe sex, sun protection, food hygiene and vaccinations.

Administer child and adult immunisations and vaccinations under PGDs with relevant training in accordance with national and local programs. Competent in anaphylaxis and BLS or ALS. Ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposals of vaccines and drugs and that adequate stock levels are maintained.

Manage patients with chronic Respiratory disease, running specific clinic sessions and maintaining robust call and recall systems with the support of the admin team. Diagnose, monitor and develop individual management plans.

Liaise with appropriate colleagues in secondary care and other organisations as part of providing a smooth clinical pathway for the patient.

Demonstrate a sound knowledge of QOF and Enhanced services.

Enable the nursing team to apply and improve clinical governance and risk management systems.

Maintain accurate patient records using agreed templates and Read Codes.

Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care.

Collect data and participate in regular Practice audit and research projects.

Contribute to the preparation of any Practice development plans.

Provide specialist clinical skills where trained to do so.

Mentoring/supporting students.

Maintain own annual registration with the NMC and adhere to Code of Professional Conduct.

Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for all staff, patients, carers and co-workers from other agencies. Ensure all statutory regulations (e.g. Health & Safety) are implemented and adhered to, overseeing Infection Control policies and procedures.

Maintain own continuous professional development and ensure PDP kept up-to-date in line with the requirements of the Practice.

Attend and participate in staff and Practice meetings and in-house clinical training sessions.

Any other reasonable duties required from time-to-time.

The full Job Description is attached but will be adapted based on your specialist interest and areas where you would like to gain additional knowledge in other areas.