Job summary
All our surgeries in Huddersfield are undergoing a period
of transition and we are currently developing smarter ways of working which
includes reorganising teams to embrace and encourage talent.
If you are enthusiastic about change, then we want you to
join our team.
We are looking for a friendly and vibrant General
Practice Nurse to join our well-established nursing team.
You will be NMC registered and will share in the usual
distribution of work across our nurse team.
Main duties of the job
Chronic Disease Management/Long Term Conditions within
the clinic setting
Health Promotion
To collaborate with and enable clients and other members
of the primary health care
Cervical cytology & teaching breast awareness
Treatment of minor injuries
LES/DES/QOF related clinical and administrative work
Routine immunisations / Childhood immunisations
Travel health advice and vaccinations
Menopause and HRT consultations
Smoking Cessation
Flu, Pneumococcal, Shingles and Pertussis in Pregnancy
vaccinations
Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings
Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture,
swabs
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
About us
Our Vision
To have Practices that deliver outstanding primary care
in line with our patients needs and at the highest level of customer
satisfaction. As a practice wed like to attract, reward and retain highly
skilled staff and help them grow in their careers to the best of our ability.
Our Philosophy
Our surgeries strive to maintain environments which is
welcoming, caring and accessible to all our patients. We aim to treat all our
patients fairly and equally, with dignity and respect.
By working in partnership with our patients we strive to
provide an outstanding standard of holistic primary medical care that is highly
effective, efficient and safe for all our patients. We take pride in our work
and have a no blame but supportive policy to create a friendly working
environment.
Our Mission
We are committed as primary healthcare professionals to
help our patients resume their lifelong pursuit of both physical/mental health
and well-being.
Patient Centred Care
We aspire to provide a holistic approach to care,
empowering our patients during consultations to actively be involved in
decision making.
High Quality
We aim to deliver effective and efficient healthcare in
line with the CQC and by embracing new technologies.
Staff Development
We aim to maintain a supportive, fulfilling and
rewarding working environment for all our staff. We encourage personal
development and value their feedback and contributions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Cervical cytology & teaching breast awareness
Wound care / ulcer care Treatment of minor injuries
Removal of Sutures
New Patient Medicals / Urinalysis / BP checks
ECGs
COPD / Asthma / Peak Flow Readings / Spirometry
LES/DES/QOF related clinical and administrative work
Ear irrigation
Routine immunisations / Childhood immunisations
Travel health advice and vaccinations
Menopause and HRT consultations
Smoking Cessation
Flu, Pneumococcal, Shingles and Pertussis in Pregnancy
vaccinations
Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who
are being examined by another clinician
Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings
Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture,
swabs
Experience in Diabetes / Coronary Heart Disease
Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to GPs
as appropriate
Ordering of vaccinations and equipment to maintain stock
levels
Participation in administrative systems in the Practice
At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate
records
A duty to advise colleagues of potential problems or
errors within the range of assigned tasks
Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when
required
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
Job description
Job responsibilities
Cervical cytology & teaching breast awareness
Wound care / ulcer care Treatment of minor injuries
Removal of Sutures
New Patient Medicals / Urinalysis / BP checks
ECGs
COPD / Asthma / Peak Flow Readings / Spirometry
LES/DES/QOF related clinical and administrative work
Ear irrigation
Routine immunisations / Childhood immunisations
Travel health advice and vaccinations
Menopause and HRT consultations
Smoking Cessation
Flu, Pneumococcal, Shingles and Pertussis in Pregnancy
vaccinations
Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who
are being examined by another clinician
Assisting GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings
Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture,
swabs
Experience in Diabetes / Coronary Heart Disease
Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to GPs
as appropriate
Ordering of vaccinations and equipment to maintain stock
levels
Participation in administrative systems in the Practice
At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate
records
A duty to advise colleagues of potential problems or
errors within the range of assigned tasks
Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when
required
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Car driver with clean licence
- Able to work at the desired times
- Flexible and able to cover for colleague absence through sickness, annual leave or study leave
- Experience of primary care
- Experience and competent in General Treatment Room Duties Experience of working in accordance with the NMC Code of Practice Experience of dealing with the public/patients
- Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities
- Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team
- Able to work under pressure
- Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense Willingness and enthusiasm to developing nursing skills
- Able to work in a changing environment
Desirable
- Practice Nurse Qualification/Experience
- Experience in Chronic Disease Management (Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, CKD, Stroke, Hypertension)
- Current (within the last 12 months) emergency resuscitation training certificate
- Experience of Systemone Clinical System
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Practice Nursing Skills
Desirable
- Post graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management)
- Nurse prescriber
- Family planning qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Car driver with clean licence
- Able to work at the desired times
- Flexible and able to cover for colleague absence through sickness, annual leave or study leave
- Experience of primary care
- Experience and competent in General Treatment Room Duties Experience of working in accordance with the NMC Code of Practice Experience of dealing with the public/patients
- Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priorities
- Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team
- Able to work under pressure
- Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense Willingness and enthusiasm to developing nursing skills
- Able to work in a changing environment
Desirable
- Practice Nurse Qualification/Experience
- Experience in Chronic Disease Management (Diabetes, COPD, Asthma, CKD, Stroke, Hypertension)
- Current (within the last 12 months) emergency resuscitation training certificate
- Experience of Systemone Clinical System
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Practice Nursing Skills
Desirable
- Post graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management)
- Nurse prescriber
- Family planning qualification
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
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).