Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for one or two experienced Part Time Practice Nurses to work with us at our friendly two-site Surgery. This will be to cover maternity leave.
We are looking for candidates full of enthusiasm and ready for the challenge to join our nursing team. We are a Surgery dedicated to patient-centred care and making a positive difference in our community.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for experienced Practice Nurses who are friendly and enthusiastic to provide a high quality of care to our patients. We value professionalism, commitment, compassion, flexibility and passion within your chosen vocation.
The successful candidates will also be confident, have excellent organisational skills, be able to self-manage and be IT proficient.
About us
We are a friendly and committed GP practice comprising of 7 GP partners, salaried GP's, allied healthcare professionals and an excellent nursing team of Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Health Care Assistants, and a supportive and experienced administration team. We are always delighted to welcome a new member to the team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description
To provide a range of high quality general nursing services and care to our patients.
Main duties and responsibilities include
- Working autonomously
- Leg ulcer dressings
- General dressings
- Child and adult immunisation
- Cervical cytology
- Travel advice and vaccinations
- Health promotion
- Performing ECGs
- Venepuncture and requesting pathology testing
- Infection control
- Chaperoning
- Keeping clinical rooms tidy and stocked
- Ordering of supplies as necessary
- Attend and participate in clinical and practice meetings when required
- Proactive in identifying own needs for personal and professional development
- Aware of the responsibility of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients staff and visitors
- Ensure all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard and in accordance with any current quality initiatives
- Provide patient care in accordance with current PGDs and clinical protocols
- Any other duties as required
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description
To provide a range of high quality general nursing services and care to our patients.
Main duties and responsibilities include
- Working autonomously
- Leg ulcer dressings
- General dressings
- Child and adult immunisation
- Cervical cytology
- Travel advice and vaccinations
- Health promotion
- Performing ECGs
- Venepuncture and requesting pathology testing
- Infection control
- Chaperoning
- Keeping clinical rooms tidy and stocked
- Ordering of supplies as necessary
- Attend and participate in clinical and practice meetings when required
- Proactive in identifying own needs for personal and professional development
- Aware of the responsibility of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients staff and visitors
- Ensure all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard and in accordance with any current quality initiatives
- Provide patient care in accordance with current PGDs and clinical protocols
- Any other duties as required
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team within General Practice
- Flexible and adaptable
- Interested in learning new skills and taking on challenges
- Ability to work in a changing environment
- Focus on providing quality care
- Adherence to strict confidentiality
- Ability to take initiative working within strict guidelines/policies and protocols
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good IT skills
- Ability to provide quality care and understanding.
Desirable
- Experience working with EMIS
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Registered Nurse
- Practice Nurse Experience
- NMC Registered
- Cervical Cytology
- Child and Adult Immunisations
- Wound Care
- Leg Ulcer Dressings
Desirable
- Travel advice and vaccinations
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team within General Practice
- Flexible and adaptable
- Interested in learning new skills and taking on challenges
- Ability to work in a changing environment
- Focus on providing quality care
- Adherence to strict confidentiality
- Ability to take initiative working within strict guidelines/policies and protocols
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good IT skills
- Ability to provide quality care and understanding.
Desirable
- Experience working with EMIS
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Registered Nurse
- Practice Nurse Experience
- NMC Registered
- Cervical Cytology
- Child and Adult Immunisations
- Wound Care
- Leg Ulcer Dressings
Desirable
- Travel advice and vaccinations
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).
