Job summary
To be responsible for the implementation of processes for the
effective management of patients with long-term conditions using evidence-based
practice including care for elderly and housebound patients.
Working as a senior member of the practice multidisciplinary team,
the post holder will ensure nursing services are delivered effectively to the
entitled patient population.
The Practice Nurse will be responsible for a number of clinical
areas such as infection
prevention and control, health promotion, chronic
disease management, health promotion, well women and well man clinics, as well
as actively supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and
delivery of clinical policy and procedure.
Arlington Road Medical Practice must ensure that the post holder
has access to appropriate clinical supervision and an appropriate named
individual in the organisation to provide general advice and support on a
day-to-day basis.
Main duties of the job
a.
To
Support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC
Policy providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the
practice manager
b.
To
Support the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager
c.
To
develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the
frail and housebound patients registered at the practice
d.
To
assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is
appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
e.
To
develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
f.
To
implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease
patients that promote health and wellbeing
g.
To
identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term
conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health
h.
As
required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with
clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
i.
As
required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
j.
To
prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of
practice
k.
To
review patient medications to enhance compliance
l.
To
provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter
medications regarding side effects and dosages
m.
To
co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services
About us
Our mission:
We support people to live healthier lives.
We believe in what we do and the
difference it makes.
We care.
Living a healthy life is important
for everyone, but it can be challenging to know where to start. We are dedicated to supporting people in
their journey towards a healthier lifestyle. We believe that small changes can make a
big difference, and we are committed to helping people make those changes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of
the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other
tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing
levels:
a.
To
Support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC
Policy providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the
practice manager
b.
To Support
the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager
c.
To
develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the
frail and housebound patients registered at the practice
d.
To
assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is
appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
e.
To
develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
f.
To
implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients
that promote health and wellbeing
g.
To
identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term
conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health
h.
As
required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with
clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
i.
As
required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
j.
To
prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of
practice
k.
To
review patient medications to enhance compliance
l.
To
provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter
medications regarding side effects and dosages
m.
To
co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services
n.
To
request pathology services and process pathology results as required
o.
To
oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as
necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
p.
To
maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
q.
To
ensure read codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team
r.
To
ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers
s.
To
develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics
t.
To
develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics
u.
To
ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy
v.
To
assist GPs with minor surgery when required
w.
To
prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
x.
To
support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
y.
To
recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
z.
To
implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
aa. To support patients in the use of their
prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of
practice)
bb. To liaise with external services/agencies
to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
cc. To delegate clinical responsibilities
appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of
practice of the individual)
dd. To support the clinical team with all
safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
ee. To understand practice and local
policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients
appropriately
ff.
To
deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of
the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other
tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing
levels:
a.
To
Support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC
Policy providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the
practice manager
b.
To Support
the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager
c.
To
develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the
frail and housebound patients registered at the practice
d.
To
assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is
appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
e.
To
develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes
f.
To
implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients
that promote health and wellbeing
g.
To
identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term
conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health
h.
As
required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with
clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
i.
As
required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
j.
To
prescribe medication for patients in accordance with PGDs and own scope of
practice
k.
To
review patient medications to enhance compliance
l.
To
provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter
medications regarding side effects and dosages
m.
To
co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services
n.
To
request pathology services and process pathology results as required
o.
To
oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as
necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
p.
To
maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
q.
To
ensure read codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team
r.
To
ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers
s.
To
develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics
t.
To
develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics
u.
To
ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy
v.
To
assist GPs with minor surgery when required
w.
To
prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
x.
To
support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
y.
To
recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
z.
To
implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
aa. To support patients in the use of their
prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of
practice)
bb. To liaise with external services/agencies
to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
cc. To delegate clinical responsibilities
appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of
practice of the individual)
dd. To support the clinical team with all
safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
ee. To understand practice and local
policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients
appropriately
ff.
To
deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Nurse Diploma or Degree
- Nursing and Midwifery Council registration
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Nurse Diploma or Degree
- Nursing and Midwifery Council registration
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).