Job summary
We are a 22,000 patient single site GP practice in North Bristol. We are delighted to announce that we have an opportunity for a Senior Nurse to join our team.
We particularly are looking for a nurse with experience of General Practice Nursing, and a real enthusiasm for patient care and supporting colleagues alongside this. There are a number of different patient reviews and treatments that the post holder could carry out and we're happy to discuss this further to accommodate your interests and skills.
We are looking for someone to work part time over at least three days per week, able to work some am and pm sessions. We have an amazing nursing team here, come and join us!
*Long Term Condition Management
*Treatment room procedures, treatment and care
*Team mentoring and leadership
*Scope for broadening your role and developing services and projects
Main duties of the job
This role operates as part of our autonomous clinical team, focused predominantly on the provision of preventative care and planned care.
You'll have to be reliable and dependable, passionate and committed to delivering high quality health care.
Contacts with patients are both face to face and over the phone and we are looking for an individual who is committed to personal and team development and interested in working in a range of clinical areas.
As a senior nurse you will also be expected to take on some line management, mentoring and support which may include HCA roles and students.
About us
Informal chat/visits welcomed.
The culture is encouraging, supportive and there is a commitment to continually improving the quality of healthcare. Our clinical staff are friendly, professional, energetic and committed.
The most valuable asset is our staff and our reputation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is an experienced nurse who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills, for patients within the general practice.
They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures.
Clinical practice
Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with with complex needs.
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of changes
Communication
Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment
Communicate with and support patients who are receiving bad news
Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating
Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication
Manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients
Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines
Apply infection-control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines
Advocate for policies that reduce environmental health risks, are culturally sensitive and increase access to health care for all
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is an experienced nurse who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills, for patients within the general practice.
They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures.
Clinical practice
Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with with complex needs.
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of changes
Communication
Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment
Communicate with and support patients who are receiving bad news
Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating
Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication
Manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients
Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines
Apply infection-control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines
Advocate for policies that reduce environmental health risks, are culturally sensitive and increase access to health care for all
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Experience of working within Primary Care for a minimum of two years
- Relevant GP Nursing certificates and training - not all areas need to be covered as we have a number of colleagues working together
Desirable
- Diploma in the Management of Long Term Conditions/s
- Training in Enhanced Clinical skills including working towards or having achieved Advanced Practice qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in General Practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Experience of working within Primary Care for a minimum of two years
- Relevant GP Nursing certificates and training - not all areas need to be covered as we have a number of colleagues working together
Desirable
- Diploma in the Management of Long Term Conditions/s
- Training in Enhanced Clinical skills including working towards or having achieved Advanced Practice qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in General Practice
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).
