Job summary
An exciting opportunity has
arisen for a Practice Nurse to join Team KT at Kingthorne Group Practice. We
are a well-established, forward thinking practice serving over 15,500 patients
across two sites. We are an enthusiastic training practice and take pride in
delivering excellent patient care.
We are looking for a
compassionate and proactive Practice Nurse who can deliver high quality patient
care across a range of services. We are happy to consider both full time and part time
applicants.
Main duties of the job
Support the senior practitioners
to deliver nursing care to meet the needs of the practice population in
accordance with agreed practice protocols. Through use of evidence-based
practice, perform wound care using aseptic technique. Undertake
health screening, and venepuncture. Assist in addressing health promotion and
public health strategy, with the maintenance of disease registers and provision
of support and advice to patients within health promotion. Support patients and
colleagues in adopting sound infection control measures.
About us
We are a
dynamic and supportive training practice, caring for a growing list of over
15,500 patients across two sites: Kingthorne and Edenthorpe Practices. Our team
is committed to delivering high-quality care, with our patients at the heart of
everything we do.
This is a busy
and varied role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and
is passionate about patient care. Teamwork is essential here, we work
collaboratively, and we expect every member of our team to contribute with
flexibility, dedication, and a shared commitment to getting the job done. In return we offer opportunities and support continued
professional development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST
Support the senior practitioners to deliver nursing care to meet the needs of the practice population in accordance with agreed practice protocols. Through use of evidence based practice, perform wound care using aseptic technique. Undertake health screening, and venepuncture. Assist in addressing health promotion and public health strategy, with the maintenance of disease registers and provision of support and advice to patients within health promotion. Support patients and colleagues in adopting sound infection control measures.
To assist in delivering care for specific diseases and health promotion, following completion of accredited training courses, or supervised experience to demonstrating competencies relating to the following,
- Wound management.
- Administer injections under Patient Group Direction or Patient specific direction.
- Immunisation of children.
- Be competent in anaphylaxis and resuscitation.
- Ear syringing following appropriate training
- Men's health.
- Chronic disease management.
- Women's health screening, i.e. cervical smears.
- Travel health
- Home visits to vaccinate patients
OTHER DUTIES
Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines.
Ensure the decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment according to local and national guidelines.
To be aware of current evidence based approaches to patient care and demonstrates this through continuous improvement of patient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST
Support the senior practitioners to deliver nursing care to meet the needs of the practice population in accordance with agreed practice protocols. Through use of evidence based practice, perform wound care using aseptic technique. Undertake health screening, and venepuncture. Assist in addressing health promotion and public health strategy, with the maintenance of disease registers and provision of support and advice to patients within health promotion. Support patients and colleagues in adopting sound infection control measures.
To assist in delivering care for specific diseases and health promotion, following completion of accredited training courses, or supervised experience to demonstrating competencies relating to the following,
- Wound management.
- Administer injections under Patient Group Direction or Patient specific direction.
- Immunisation of children.
- Be competent in anaphylaxis and resuscitation.
- Ear syringing following appropriate training
- Men's health.
- Chronic disease management.
- Women's health screening, i.e. cervical smears.
- Travel health
- Home visits to vaccinate patients
OTHER DUTIES
Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines.
Ensure the decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment according to local and national guidelines.
To be aware of current evidence based approaches to patient care and demonstrates this through continuous improvement of patient care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration Essential
- Excellent communication and clinical skills.
- Commitment to high standards of patient care.
- Excellent clinical and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Organised, flexible and patient- focused.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
- Knowledge of Primary Care.
Desirable
- Previous Primary Care Experience
- Experience working in a GP Surgery or Primary Care setting.
- Training and Experience in Chronic Disease Management.
- Experience with SystmOne.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of Primary Care.
- Excellent clinical and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Organised, flexible and patient focused.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
Desirable
- Experience working in a GP Surgery or Primary Care setting.
- Training and Experience in Chronic Disease Management.
- Experience with SystmOne.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration Essential
- Excellent communication and clinical skills.
- Commitment to high standards of patient care.
- Excellent clinical and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Organised, flexible and patient- focused.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
- Knowledge of Primary Care.
Desirable
- Previous Primary Care Experience
- Experience working in a GP Surgery or Primary Care setting.
- Training and Experience in Chronic Disease Management.
- Experience with SystmOne.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of Primary Care.
- Excellent clinical and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Organised, flexible and patient focused.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
Desirable
- Experience working in a GP Surgery or Primary Care setting.
- Training and Experience in Chronic Disease Management.
- Experience with SystmOne.
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).