Practice Nurse

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Practice Nurse, you will play an essential role in the delivery of patient care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting general nursing duties such as immunisations, wound care, and health assessments.
• Chronic disease management e.g. diabetes, hypertension, asthma.
• Cervical screening, and vaccinations.
• Supporting the clinical team with minor illness assessments.
• Health promotion and patient education.
• Maintaining accurate patient records in line with practice protocols.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• The ideal candidate will have:
• A valid Nursing qualification and registration with the NMC. Previous experience in a GP practice or primary care setting is desirable, but not essential. A passion for patient care and an ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication and organisational skills. A caring and compassionate approach to healthcare.

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

St Mary's Surgery

Address

37 St Mary's Street

Ely

Cambs

CB7 4HF

Employer's website

https://www.stmarysely.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)