Practice Nurse

Job summary

Ravenswood Medical Practice has a great opportunity for a part time Practice Nurse. We are looking for 2 days (18 hours), however the hours are negotiable for the right candidate.

At Ravenswood Medical Practice we are looking for an enthusiastic team member to join our busy, friendly GP practice. You must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and team working skills.

If you wish to know more about our practice please feel free to contact us to arrange an informal visit.

Main duties of the job

Working under the direct supervision of the GPs and in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the Practice Nurse will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of patient care.

To include -

• Chronic disease management according to protocols.
• Coronary Heart Disease and Contraception.
• Peak Flow Readings.
• Hypertension Management
• Health promotion
• New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis
• Learning Disability Checks
• Cytology
• Wound care
• Removal of Sutures
• Travel Risk assessment, immunisations and advice
• ECGs
• Smoking Cessation
• Venepuncture
• Routine injections.
• Child immunisations.

About us

You will be joining our large Medical Practice team consisting of 9 GPs, 5 paramedics, Nursing team of 10, Admin team and Reception teams serving a population of approximately 15,000 patients.

We are a friendly and forward-thinking PMS practice with patient care at the heart of what we do.

We offer -

Competitive salary with increments based on professional development

Membership to NHS Pension Scheme

Excellent personal and professional support with training as appropriate.

Working in a purpose built facility with onsite car parking.

5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata) with enhancement for long service.

Refreshments provided