Job summary
To be
responsible for the daily delivery of practice nursing service on a dedicated
site and working as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering
care within their scope of practice to the entitled practice population.
The role of the
Practice nurse needs to be flexible in line with the present atmosphere for
change within the health service delivery. It is essential that the nurse works
within own level of competency and expand her or his role in accordance with
practice requirements and own scope of practice.
The successful applicant will be an
integral member of our fantastic Adam Practice Nursing team who undertake a wide
range of General Practice Nursing care, including adult and childhood
Immunisations, wound care, Lower limb care and womens health. We will offer
full training and mentorship to the right candidate if required.
The Best Foot Forward Leg Club was
the first in Dorset and along with a great team of local volunteers has won
several national awards due to its excellent patient outcomes and providing
evidence based effective clinical care. The successful candidate will be
required to work with other colleagues as part of the clinical team at the Leg
Club and engage with its members in this unique community environment.
This vacancy is offered as a part time, permanent role working up to 30hrs per week. Working a Thursday and Friday will be required.
Welcome applications from Newly
Qualified Nurses or RGNs.
Interviews will be held on 29th July 2025
Main duties of the job
To work as a
General Practice Nurse to provide holistic, patient centred nursing care to the
local practice population in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and
in agreement with the nurse management team.
To expertly
provide holistic assessment of wounds and implement wound care in line with
current evidence based guidelines. Inclusive of the treatment of minor
traumatic, post op wounds and lower limb care, following dedicated training and
working within own level of competency.
To undertake a
wide variety of General Practice nursing clinical skills including removal of
sutures and clips, investigatory procedures such as cervical cytology, ECG, and
Dopplers, following any required training and in line with local guidelines
Delivery of
national childhood and adult immunisation programmes, ensuring patients are
fully informed and vaccines injections are administrated safely under patient
group directives or individual prescription.
To
have a proactive approach to healthcare of the individual and/or their family
by delivery of opportunistic health promotion. Where appropriate, providing general education, advice on
national screening programmes and guide, refer patients to appropriate services
or other health professionals as deemed appropriate
About us
The Adam Practice is a large partnership located across 5 surgeries in
Poole, Dorset. This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing primary care
team in a forward- thinking, innovative, general practice, which has a current
CQC rating of Outstanding in Care.
Here are some of our many benefits we offer;
Access to NHS Pension
Scheme and NHS discounts, 6 weeks annual leave (inclusive of bank/public
holidays that fall in the holiday year). Entitlement is pro-rata for part-time
employees.
Auto enrolment in NHS Pension Scheme.
Cycle to work scheme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide
routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence,
NICE and in agreement with the nurse management team.
To provide
holistic assessment of wounds and implement wound care in line with current
evidence-based guidelines. Inclusive of the treatment of minor traumatic wounds
and lower limb care, following dedicated training and working within own level
of competency
To undertake
post op wound care, including removal of sutures and clips. Provision of health
care advice to provide optimum healing post operatively.
To undertake
the collection of pathological & microbiology specimens including
venepuncture, swabs, urine culture in line with local guidelines
Perform a
holistic assessment of patients attending for relevant investigatory procedures
such as cervical cytology, ECG, and Dopplers following training and in line
with local guidelines.
Delivery of
national childhood and adult immunisation programmes, ensuring
vaccines, injections are administrated safely under patient group directives or
individual prescription.
Deliver
opportunistic health promotion, where appropriate, by providing general education, advice on
national screening programmes and guide/refer patients to appropriate services
or other health professionals as deemed appropriate.
Identify, manage, and
support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse
effects on the patients health
To be able to
provide appropriate self care advice for patients presenting with minor illness
within own level of competency and referring to GP, ANP, Pharmacist where
appropriate.
Offer a
holistic approach to travel health by providing comprehensive advice to
patients prior to travel including relevant vaccination within own level of competency.
Provide
contraception advice and sexual health guidance. Undertaking annual
contraceptive reviews and injections in line with practice policies.
Chaperone and
assist patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.
Delegate clinical
responsibilities appropriately to non-registered colleagues (ensuring safe
practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual) and
support clinical supervision of colleagues.
To maintain effective infection control
measures in line with local guidelines and practice policy.
To be able to
recognise and manage anaphylaxis, according to the current UK Resuscitation
Council guidelines.
To be able to
perform Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and the correct use of Automated Defibrillator
following training, according to the current UK Resuscitation Council
guidelines.
Ensure safe
storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and medication. Assist in the
completion of monthly stock take and support the cost effective use of disposable
items.
Maintain
adequate stock within the treatment room and assist with the restocking of
other clinical rooms as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide
routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence,
NICE and in agreement with the nurse management team.
To provide
holistic assessment of wounds and implement wound care in line with current
evidence-based guidelines. Inclusive of the treatment of minor traumatic wounds
and lower limb care, following dedicated training and working within own level
of competency
To undertake
post op wound care, including removal of sutures and clips. Provision of health
care advice to provide optimum healing post operatively.
To undertake
the collection of pathological & microbiology specimens including
venepuncture, swabs, urine culture in line with local guidelines
Perform a
holistic assessment of patients attending for relevant investigatory procedures
such as cervical cytology, ECG, and Dopplers following training and in line
with local guidelines.
Delivery of
national childhood and adult immunisation programmes, ensuring
vaccines, injections are administrated safely under patient group directives or
individual prescription.
Deliver
opportunistic health promotion, where appropriate, by providing general education, advice on
national screening programmes and guide/refer patients to appropriate services
or other health professionals as deemed appropriate.
Identify, manage, and
support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse
effects on the patients health
To be able to
provide appropriate self care advice for patients presenting with minor illness
within own level of competency and referring to GP, ANP, Pharmacist where
appropriate.
Offer a
holistic approach to travel health by providing comprehensive advice to
patients prior to travel including relevant vaccination within own level of competency.
Provide
contraception advice and sexual health guidance. Undertaking annual
contraceptive reviews and injections in line with practice policies.
Chaperone and
assist patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.
Delegate clinical
responsibilities appropriately to non-registered colleagues (ensuring safe
practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual) and
support clinical supervision of colleagues.
To maintain effective infection control
measures in line with local guidelines and practice policy.
To be able to
recognise and manage anaphylaxis, according to the current UK Resuscitation
Council guidelines.
To be able to
perform Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and the correct use of Automated Defibrillator
following training, according to the current UK Resuscitation Council
guidelines.
Ensure safe
storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and medication. Assist in the
completion of monthly stock take and support the cost effective use of disposable
items.
Maintain
adequate stock within the treatment room and assist with the restocking of
other clinical rooms as required.
Person Specification
Empathy & Sensitivity
Essential
- Holistic approach to clinical care with patient at the centre of any decision
-
- Treats patients with sensitivity and personal understanding
Mobility
Essential
- Valid Driving Licence
- Use of own vehicle for driving between surgeries when required
Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Demonstrates ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrates ability to use own initiative and lateral thinking
- Recognises own limitations and has a supportive approach to colleagues.
- Understanding of own scope of practice and when to seek assistance
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Potential to cope with stressful
- situations and undertake responsibility
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Motivated and Trustworthy
- Flexibility and a Good Timekeeper
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (first level) nurse
- Current Registration with NMC
Desirable
- Post grad diploma or degree relating to primary care.
- Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse.
- Post graduate experience in one or more areas of chronic disease.
Experience
Essential
- Good Knowledge of the wide spectrum of clinical care delivered in General Practice Nurse clinics
- Demonstrates core clinical nursing skills required for the position, including basic wound care knowledge, venepuncture, ECG.
- Awareness of national child and adult immunisation programmes
- Demonstrates ability to work as a team player who contributes to and facilitates decision making and develops trust as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Understands the importance of evidence-based practice and awareness of national clinical evidence-based platforms to aid decision making.
- Understands Principles of Audit
- Understands principles of Clinical Governance
- Understands the principles of Patient Centred Care and Risk Management
Desirable
- Travel Health experience
- Interest in any area of Chronic Disease, such as Diabetes, Respiratory, CHD.
- Demonstrated Lower limb care competencies, including Dopplers/compression.
- Digital skills in using platforms to aid patient access
- Previous experience of electronic recording, storage (and interpretation) of chronic disease data such as Spirometry
Person Specification
Empathy & Sensitivity
Essential
- Holistic approach to clinical care with patient at the centre of any decision
-
- Treats patients with sensitivity and personal understanding
Mobility
Essential
- Valid Driving Licence
- Use of own vehicle for driving between surgeries when required
Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Demonstrates ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrates ability to use own initiative and lateral thinking
- Recognises own limitations and has a supportive approach to colleagues.
- Understanding of own scope of practice and when to seek assistance
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Potential to cope with stressful
- situations and undertake responsibility
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Motivated and Trustworthy
- Flexibility and a Good Timekeeper
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (first level) nurse
- Current Registration with NMC
Desirable
- Post grad diploma or degree relating to primary care.
- Experience of working as a practice nurse or community nurse.
- Post graduate experience in one or more areas of chronic disease.
Experience
Essential
- Good Knowledge of the wide spectrum of clinical care delivered in General Practice Nurse clinics
- Demonstrates core clinical nursing skills required for the position, including basic wound care knowledge, venepuncture, ECG.
- Awareness of national child and adult immunisation programmes
- Demonstrates ability to work as a team player who contributes to and facilitates decision making and develops trust as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Understands the importance of evidence-based practice and awareness of national clinical evidence-based platforms to aid decision making.
- Understands Principles of Audit
- Understands principles of Clinical Governance
- Understands the principles of Patient Centred Care and Risk Management
Desirable
- Travel Health experience
- Interest in any area of Chronic Disease, such as Diabetes, Respiratory, CHD.
- Demonstrated Lower limb care competencies, including Dopplers/compression.
- Digital skills in using platforms to aid patient access
- Previous experience of electronic recording, storage (and interpretation) of chronic disease data such as Spirometry
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).
