Practice Nurse

Upton Surgery

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Job summary

Upton Surgery is seeking a dedicated and motivated Practice Nurse / Nurse Associate to become part of our dynamic nursing team. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in managing diabetes, though prior experience in practice nursing, while beneficial, is not essential.

This role presents a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to develop their careers in Primary Care. Join our innovative and forward-thinking team at Upton Surgery, where you'll work in modern, well-equipped facilities, including dedicated treatment rooms, minor operations suites, and nurse consultation rooms.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will make an assessment of a patients needs and act upon their assessment. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients by providing quality evidence based care.

About us

Upton Surgery is a friendly, CQC outstanding General Practice with on site NHS Community staff and Social Care staff. We have a holistic, integrated care approach for our 12,000 patients, winning the Herefordshire and Worcestershire GP Practice of the year 2021. We are a medical and nurse training practice and provide dispensing services. Located just 10 minutes from Junction 1 of the M50, 15 minutes from Worcester and Malvern. 10 minutes from Tewkesbury and 30 minutes from Cheltenham.

Date posted

26 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Full NHS Pension

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A0424-24-0002

Job locations

Tunnel Hill

Upton-upon-severn

Worcester

WR8 0QL


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will make an assessment of a patients needs and act upon their assessment. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients by providing quality evidence based care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will make an assessment of a patients needs and act upon their assessment. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients by providing quality evidence based care.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a nursing team.
  • Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients.
  • Experience of working in primary care

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a GP practice

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Qualified Nurse - Previous experience in Chronic Disease desirable.

Desirable

  • Independent Prescribing Qualification desirable.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a nursing team.
  • Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients.
  • Experience of working in primary care

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a GP practice

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Qualified Nurse - Previous experience in Chronic Disease desirable.

Desirable

  • Independent Prescribing Qualification desirable.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Upton Surgery

Address

Tunnel Hill

Upton-upon-severn

Worcester

WR8 0QL


Employer's website

https://www.uptondoctors.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Upton Surgery

Address

Tunnel Hill

Upton-upon-severn

Worcester

WR8 0QL


Employer's website

https://www.uptondoctors.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Chief of Staff

Stacey Branigan

stacey.branigan@nhs.net

01684592696

Date posted

26 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Full NHS Pension

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A0424-24-0002

Job locations

Tunnel Hill

Upton-upon-severn

Worcester

WR8 0QL


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