Job summary
We are seeking to appoint Practice
Nurses to support the delivery of various Nimbuscare Services. We invite
applications from Nurses currently based in North Yorkshire who may be
interested in joining our team.
Main duties of the job
You will be
responsible for the provision of skilled nursing care to the population of North
Yorkshire. You will deliver care within
the boundaries of your role, focusing on supporting patients to be healthy,
monitoring long term conditions, health prevention and screening activities.
You will work collaboratively to meet the needs of patients, ensuring the
highest standards of care, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures.
You must
work at all times within your own competence and professional Code of the
Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
About us
Nimbuscare
is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to be a collaborative and agile
provider that cares for its people and patients. Nimbuscare is based in York
and is owned by all the practices in the city, however we deliver services over
a wider footprint.
Nimbuscare
deliver Urgent Care services in collaboration with the hospital and GP practices
in York, Scarborough, Whitby, Malton and Selby. We also provide community-based
frailty care, which focuses on treating people in the community where we can.
We also aim to shift services into the community where possible, for example
our community diagnostic centres run in partnership with the Acute Trust.
We are
committed to contributing towards a better NHS based on equity, fairness,
innovation, collaboration and quality.
We are part of the system, and we
are here to stay.
Nimbuscare is committed to
improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we
serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive
supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident
Committed employer disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this
job are guaranteed an interview.
Please advise us of any
reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment
process.
There is no sponsorship available for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Clinical responsibilities:
- Assess plan, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care to improve health and well-being and meet the healthcare needs of individuals.
- Perform routine nursing tasks:
- Chronic disease management (including CHD, CHF, COPD, Asthma, CKD, Diabetes & hypertension)
- BP checks
- Chaperone and assist patients
- Contraceptive Services (including Pill checks, injectables & emergency contraception)
- Height, weight, BMI
- Injections any, including Prostap and Zoladex
- MRSA swabs
- Urinalysis
- Blood tests for adults and children aged 8-16 years
- Cervical screening
- Vaginal swabs
- Dressings simple and complex
- Removal of sutures and clips
- Ear care and syringing
- ECG
- HRT follow-up
- Learning Disability Health check
- Prepare specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory.
- Provide a holistic approach and deliver evidence-based care.
- Administer and monitor medication consistent with protocols, standards and legislation.
- Enable patients, families and carers to develop their knowledge and understanding about their health and well-being and be as self-managing as possible.
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.
- Assist in the provision of nursing care within the context of primary care for patients with mental health problems.
- Offer advice about adult and child vaccinations and administer vaccines according to current guidelines and legislation.
- Advise and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad according to current guidelines and legislation.
- Delegate aspects of care clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence.
- Ensure that all daily checks are recorded accurately and in a timely manner e.g. vaccine fridges, defibrillator, emergency equipment, oxygen.
- Assist the maintenance of stocks of vaccines and other drugs according to current guidelines and policy
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Clinical responsibilities:
- Assess plan, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care to improve health and well-being and meet the healthcare needs of individuals.
- Perform routine nursing tasks:
- Chronic disease management (including CHD, CHF, COPD, Asthma, CKD, Diabetes & hypertension)
- BP checks
- Chaperone and assist patients
- Contraceptive Services (including Pill checks, injectables & emergency contraception)
- Height, weight, BMI
- Injections any, including Prostap and Zoladex
- MRSA swabs
- Urinalysis
- Blood tests for adults and children aged 8-16 years
- Cervical screening
- Vaginal swabs
- Dressings simple and complex
- Removal of sutures and clips
- Ear care and syringing
- ECG
- HRT follow-up
- Learning Disability Health check
- Prepare specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory.
- Provide a holistic approach and deliver evidence-based care.
- Administer and monitor medication consistent with protocols, standards and legislation.
- Enable patients, families and carers to develop their knowledge and understanding about their health and well-being and be as self-managing as possible.
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.
- Assist in the provision of nursing care within the context of primary care for patients with mental health problems.
- Offer advice about adult and child vaccinations and administer vaccines according to current guidelines and legislation.
- Advise and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad according to current guidelines and legislation.
- Delegate aspects of care clearly and appropriately, adopting the principles of safe practice and assessment of competence.
- Ensure that all daily checks are recorded accurately and in a timely manner e.g. vaccine fridges, defibrillator, emergency equipment, oxygen.
- Assist the maintenance of stocks of vaccines and other drugs according to current guidelines and policy
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current Professional Registration (NMC)
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Long term condition management (Asthma/ diabetes)
- Cervical screening
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 1 years' experience in Primary Care setting
Desirable
- Experience of Multi-disciplinary working
Physical Skills
Essential
Personal Attributes
Essential
- The ability to prioritise effectively.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible
- Self-motivated
- Ability to use own initiative
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- BLS trained
- Clinical skills, for example, simple and complex wound care, cervical screening, contraception, immunisations, long-term condition reviews
- IT Skills (MS office / Systmone / EMIS)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Excellent time management skills
Desirable
- Evidence of Statutory and Mandatory Training
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current Professional Registration (NMC)
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Long term condition management (Asthma/ diabetes)
- Cervical screening
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 1 years' experience in Primary Care setting
Desirable
- Experience of Multi-disciplinary working
Physical Skills
Essential
Personal Attributes
Essential
- The ability to prioritise effectively.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible
- Self-motivated
- Ability to use own initiative
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- BLS trained
- Clinical skills, for example, simple and complex wound care, cervical screening, contraception, immunisations, long-term condition reviews
- IT Skills (MS office / Systmone / EMIS)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Excellent time management skills
Desirable
- Evidence of Statutory and Mandatory Training
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).
