GP Nurse

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary:

Taking care of patients who request to see a health care professional, diagnosing and treating patients who present with mild illnesses, and advising and seeing patients with their ongoing nursing and medical requirements. These patients will have fifteen minutes to appointments scheduled for them. It is necessary to see additional or urgent patients. By using telephone triage, the nurse practitioner will need to prioritise patient requirements and refer any essential patients for suitable investigations. Prior to making a referral for secondary treatment for a patient with issues, the registered GP should be consulted.

Job responsibilities:

Patient Care: Nurses are primarily responsible for providing direct care to patients. This includes assessing their health status, taking vital signs, administering medications, dressing wounds, assisting with personal hygiene, and monitoring their overall well-being.

Treatment Planning: Nurses work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans. They collaborate in creating treatment goals, evaluating progress, and making adjustments as needed.

Documentation: Nurses maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records. They document patient symptoms, treatments, medications, and any changes in condition. This documentation is crucial for continuity of care, communication among healthcare team members, and legal purposes.

Education and Patient Advocacy: Nurses educate patients and their families about medical conditions, treatment options, and self-care techniques. They provide guidance on managing chronic illnesses, promoting healthy lifestyles, and preventing diseases. Nurses also advocate for patients' rights and preferences, ensuring they receive appropriate care and resources.

Support and Emotional Care: Nurses provide emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times. They offer comfort, listen to concerns, and address any psychological or emotional needs that may arise.

Collaborative Care: Nurses collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including doctors, therapists, technicians, and social workers. They communicate patient updates, contribute to care plans, and coordinate various aspects of patient care.

Medication Administration: Nurses are responsible for administering medications, including oral medications, injections, intravenous therapies, and other treatments. They ensure the correct dosage, monitor for adverse reactions, and educate patients on medication usage.

Emergency Response: Nurses are trained to respond to emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, or injuries. They initiate life-saving measures, provide immediate care, and assist with resuscitation efforts.

Health Promotion: Nurses play a crucial role in promoting health and preventing diseases. They conduct health screenings, administer immunizations, provide health education, and advocate for public health initiatives.

Infection Control: Nurses are responsible for implementing and maintaining infection control protocols. They follow strict hygiene practices, ensure proper disposal of hazardous materials, and educate patients and staff on infection prevention measures.

Research and Quality Improvement: Some nurses engage in research activities and contribute to evidence-based practice. They participate in quality improvement initiatives, collect data, and evaluate outcomes to enhance patient care and safety.

Providing assessment, screening treatment services and health education advice:

Chronic Disease Management

Dietary advice

Blood pressure checks

Urinalysis

Health screening

Ear syringing (Desirable)

Dressings

ECG

Phlebotomy

Routine injections

Contraception

Minor injuries

Routine immunisations and vaccinations

Removal of sutures / clips (Desirable)

Baby immunisations

Assisting with the fitting of IUCD / IUS (Desirable)

First registration checks / health surveillance / general health advice

Assisting with minor procedures in the treatment room

Provide general and specific health screenings to the practice patients (within agreed protocols) with referral to other members of the primary and secondary health care team as necessary

Smoking cessation

Spirometry

Cervical screening

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Nursing qualification
• Current NMC registration

Experience

Essential

• Ability to provide quality patient care, responsive to needs
• Experience of working within a nursing team
• Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients

Desirable

• General Practice experience

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Ability to work independently and to make informed decisions.
• Pc Literate
• Excellent communication skills
• Team working skills
• Ability to handle difficult people and conflict, respecting the views and opinions of others

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Hazeldene Medical Centre

Address

Wyld Way

Wembley

Middlesex

HA9 6PW

Employer's website

https://www.hazeldenegps.co.uk/page1.aspx?p=4&t=1 (Opens in a new tab)