Job summary
Job
Description:
As a Practice Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of
primary care services within our practice. You will work closely with GPs,
healthcare assistants, and administrative staff to provide holistic and
patient-centred care.
Come in for an informal chat with us and meet the team.
Main duties of the job
Your role will include, but is not limited to:
- Long term conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, hypertension) and preventative health care
- Immunisations and vaccinations, including childhood and travel vaccinations
- Cervical cytology screening
- Health promotion and education
- Wound care, dressings, and minor injuries
- Family planning and sexual health services
- Support in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives
- Assisting with minor procedures and phlebotomy
About us
Kingskerswell & Ipplepen Medical Practice is a well-established, friendly, and forward-thinking practice serving the local communities of Kingskerswell and Ipplepen. We are a CQC outstanding practice, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality patient care with a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional development. In addition, we are a research active practice. We are now seeking an experienced, dedicated, and compassionate Practice Nurse to join our dynamic clinical team.
Kingskerswell & Ipplepen
Medical Practice is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Benefits
5 weeks holiday plus Bank Holidays (on a pro rata basis) and rising with length of service
Contributory pension scheme with matched contributions of up to 20.6%
Learning & Development opportunities
Free on-site parking
Blue light discount available
Christmas party
Summer party / barbeque
Staff wellbeing programme
Sick Pay
Job description
Job responsibilities
The focus of the role is both the delivery of
evidence-based practice for patients presenting with long term conditions, and
the provision of preventative health care to the practice population. As an
autonomous practitioner the nurse is responsible for the care delivered,
demonstrating critical thinking and skills in clinical decision-making in the
management of patients. They will work collaboratively with the general
practice team to meet the needs of the patients, support the delivery of
policies and procedures, and provide nurse leadership as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The focus of the role is both the delivery of
evidence-based practice for patients presenting with long term conditions, and
the provision of preventative health care to the practice population. As an
autonomous practitioner the nurse is responsible for the care delivered,
demonstrating critical thinking and skills in clinical decision-making in the
management of patients. They will work collaboratively with the general
practice team to meet the needs of the patients, support the delivery of
policies and procedures, and provide nurse leadership as required.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Essential Skills & Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
- Experience working in a primary care or community setting.
- Strong clinical skills in chronic disease management, immunisations, and wound care
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to professional development and continuous learning
Desirable
- Experience in family planning and sexual health
- Knowledge of SystmOne or similar clinical software
- Mentorship or teaching qualification
- Being involved in clinical research
- Non-medical prescriber
- Experience in Primary Care
- Experience of working in a GP Practice
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Essential Skills & Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
- Experience working in a primary care or community setting.
- Strong clinical skills in chronic disease management, immunisations, and wound care
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to professional development and continuous learning
Desirable
- Experience in family planning and sexual health
- Knowledge of SystmOne or similar clinical software
- Mentorship or teaching qualification
- Being involved in clinical research
- Non-medical prescriber
- Experience 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).
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).
