Practice Nurse

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB TITLE: PRACTICE NURSE

Band: 5-6 Penarth Healthcare Partnership pay scale negotiable depending on experience and training

Reports to: Lead Nurse and GP Partners (clinically)

Practice Manager (administratively)

Hours: 37.5 Full time/Part-time/Job share

Annual leave: 5 weeks pro rata per annum plus Bank Holidays

Job Summary:

To provide treatment room services to the practice population by 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 progress the role of the practice nurse in primary health care and contribute to both national and local service development and initiatives.

Teamwork:

We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative professional to join our multidisciplinary team in a thriving GP practice. This role emphasises the importance of teamwork, requiring you to work closely with GPs, pharmacists, fellow nurses, healthcare assistants, and administrative staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. Your ability to communicate effectively, share expertise, and contribute to a supportive team environment will be vital in ensuring seamless service delivery and positive patient outcomes.

Responsibilities:

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

Provide nursing service/treatments to patients independently or in participation with General Practitioners with reference to aforesaid agreed protocols and guidelines

Professional Responsibilities:

To be a Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration

To undertake reflective practice and regular performance review in accordance with the NMC recommendations for revalidation of clinical practice

To effectively manage own time, workload, and resources, acknowledging limitations to own clinical practice/knowledge and in the delegation to others. Recognising when referral to other health professions is needed

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

Using evidence-based practice to assist in the formulation of practice philosophy, strategy and policies

Specific Duties:

Nursing procedures to include, but not limited to:

Public Health disease prevention, to include adult and childhood immunisation, seasonal and travel vaccination.

Chronic disease management.

Wound care

Immediate and necessary clinical intervention such as venepuncture, ECG monitoring, sample testing.

INR monitoring

Other Duties:

Working in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct:

Concise, accurate record keeping and documentation with competent utilisation of the Vision software

Promotion of confidentiality and patient dignity with protection of personal and sensitive data

Participation within clinical audit/research and the monitoring of standards of care

Participation in the education of students of all disciplines

To act as an educational resource for other nurses, health care professionals and non-clinical staff within the multidisciplinary team

To adhere to strict Infection Control in line with policies and guidelines (ANTT)

Maintenance of treatment room supplies with specific reference to maintenance of the cold chain and stock levels of vaccines.

Maintenance and checking of stock equipment such as resuscitation equipment and emergency medication accompanying the equipment

Any other duties as reasonably requested by senior staff, inclusive of GPs and Practice Manager, providing those duties are within the scope of the role and that the individual is trained and capable

Band 5 General Practice Nurse

Qualifications/Recommended Academic Entry Level

RGN Level 1

Bachelor of Nursing Degree (BN Hons)

SPQ in Practice Nursing

Fundamentals of Community Practice

IQT training (bronze level)

Skills/Tasks

Cytology (following CSW training)

Wound management

Involvement in QAIF

Involvement in Supplementary Services (Previously called Enhanced Services)

Childhood Immunisation (following training, if required)

Administration of other vaccines according to immunisation schedule

Risk assessment, travel advice & immunisation (following training, if required)

Contraception reviews (following training, if required)

Delivery of Depo-Provera/Sayana Press

Administration of gonadorelin therapy and other injectable therapies under a PGD/PSD Sexual health advice management of HV swabs and signposting to appropriate clinics

Sexual health advice management of HV swabs and signposting to appropriate clinics

Administration of B12 injections

Infection control champion

Waste stream management champion

Health Promotion and signposting to screening programmes

Referral of patients to other HCPs with a good level of understanding of the principles of accountability and delegation.

Management of long-term health conditions, including COPD, Asthma, hypertension, Diabetes

Supervision and delegation of tasks to HCSW

Communicate effectively with patients and colleagues in a manner which demonstrates a comprehensive awareness and understanding of the NMC code of conduct

Band 6 General Practice Nurse with extended skills

Qualifications/Recommended Academic Entry Level

Bachelor of Nursing Degree (BN Hons)

Diploma Modules in CDM (e.g., respiratory, diabetes, minor illness, sexual health)

Skills/Tasks

Skills/Task of Nurse Band 5

Plus, one or more of the following.

Chronic disease management lead

Minor illness management

Lead for Supplementary Services, shared care monitoring

Lead for Childhood Immunisation/National immunisation

Programme

Lead for INR monitoring

Delivery of flu vaccines in the patients home

About us:

Location: Penarth, South Wales Patient List Size: Approximately 16,500 Contract: Permanent

Why work with us? Penarth Healthcare Partnership is more than a GP practice; its a vibrant and supportive community dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and exceptional patient care. Situated in the beautiful seaside town of Penarth, our practice offers the perfect balance of professional fulfilment and lifestyle benefits.

Here's what makes us an outstanding workplace:

• A Dedicated Team: Work alongside 7 GP Partners, 4 Salaried GPs, 2 Advanced Nurse Practitioners, 4 Experienced Nurses, 2 Healthcare Support Workers, and 2 Pharmacists, who all share a commitment to excellence.
• A Thriving Training Practice: As a training practice, were deeply engaged in the professional development of our team, with strong connections to the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP), Local Medical Committee (LMC), and Cardiff & Vale University Health Board (C&V UHB).
• A Patient-Cantered Approach: With a patient list of approximately 16,500, we focus on delivering high-quality, personalized care that makes a real difference in our community.
• Support for Career Growth: We actively encourage professional development, offering opportunities to expand your skills and take on new challenges in a nurturing environment.

A Location to Love: Our practice is conveniently located close to Penarth's charming town centre, with excellent transport links to Cardiff and surrounding areas. Penarth offers:

• Stunning coastal scenery
• A welcoming community
• A variety of shops, cafes, and leisure activities Whether you're commuting or looking to settle in the area, Penarth provides an ideal place to live and work.

The Opportunity: We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join our growing team. This is your chance to:

• Contribute to the development of future clinical and triage services
• Build on the excellent work of our existing team
• Deliver patient-focused care in a dynamic and supportive setting

Whether you're an experienced Practice Nurse or an adult-trained nurse seeking to transition into primary care, we welcome your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Bachelor of Nursing Degree (BN Hons) or equivalent

Desirable

• Diploma Modules in Chronic Disease Management

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care
• Experience of working in a GP practice

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Penarth Healthcare Partnership

Address

Stanwell Road

Penarth

South Glamorgan

CF64 3XE

Employer's website

https://www.penarthhealthcarepartnership.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)