Job summary
Job summary
This is a part-time post for 20 hours per week. We are seeking an experienced Practice Nurse with proven experience in NHS General Practice. Please do not apply if you do not fit this initial criteria.
To undertake a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care and treatment in conjunction with the GPs, Nurse Practitioners and other Practice Nurses/Healthcare Assistants or independently, in line with competence and need
To maintain or improve standards of care and be actively involved in identifying practice population needs
To demonstrate and apply knowledge related to the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and essential coding
To provide therapeutic interventions within a broader health promotion/public health strategy and enable patients to take action to meet their priorities for health
To help provide education and training regarding chronic clinical conditions as required
To provide specialist advice/chronic disease management to patients and relatives
To undertake any further training required to ensure appropriate role development
To practice within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and maintain accurate records and timely updates
Main duties of the job
Meet patients' nursing care needs and initiating and maintaining health screening and promotion clinics for identified areas of practice population, aware where modification or referral is necessary
Manage nursing care of patients with chronic disease implementing recall systems where necessary utilising computer systems for inputting information
Maintain efficient liaison with all Team members and other agencies to ensure continuity of care and assist with support of learning for all staff including trainees
Infection control: Support patients and colleagues regarding IC measures according to local and national guidelines
Emergency management: Be competent in anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques
Assist in clinical audit and setting up and monitoring of standards of care
Support HCAs in the practice
About us
Cheveley Park Medical Centre is a small, friendly practice located in the Belmont area. We currently have 5040 patients with a varied age range in a largely affluent area. The clinical team consists of one GP partner, 3 salaried GPs, Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurse, 2 Healthcare Assistants. We are a training practice hosting Registrars, F2 trainees and Medical Students. We also have a Care Coordinator and Pharmacist attached to the practice, supported by Administration / Receptionist staff.As a small team, we work closely together to provide the best proactive care possible for our patients which often means having a flexible approach to their needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide clinical care including chronic disease management (eg Asthma/COPD, hypertension)
To administer vaccines including flu and COVID and some travel vaccines
To conduct cervical smear testing and other routine screenings
To offer wound care, dressings and minor injury support
Perform venepuncture, ECGs and other diagnostic tests
Provide patient education on healthy lifestyle inc diet exercise and smoking cessation
Support family planning and sexual health advice
Conduct healthchecks and promote preventative care
Routine treatment in general clinics including:
Procedures eg: BP, venepuncture, pregnancy test, FeNO, 24hr BP, ABPI/measure for compression stockings, urinalysis, B12
Wound management inc clip/suture removal, assessment and treatment of chronic wounds
ECGs inc 24 hour ECG fit and removal
NHS Healthchecks
Cervical Screening as per nation programme and womens health advice and swabs
Travel health advice and vacs
Child/Adult vaccinations in line with national and local programmes
Medication reviews
Point of care testing
Assist with stock ordering and maintenance of cold chain
Contraception initial assessment and follow up plus administration of injection
Assessment of Asthma/COPD and referral for further testing
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide clinical care including chronic disease management (eg Asthma/COPD, hypertension)
To administer vaccines including flu and COVID and some travel vaccines
To conduct cervical smear testing and other routine screenings
To offer wound care, dressings and minor injury support
Perform venepuncture, ECGs and other diagnostic tests
Provide patient education on healthy lifestyle inc diet exercise and smoking cessation
Support family planning and sexual health advice
Conduct healthchecks and promote preventative care
Routine treatment in general clinics including:
Procedures eg: BP, venepuncture, pregnancy test, FeNO, 24hr BP, ABPI/measure for compression stockings, urinalysis, B12
Wound management inc clip/suture removal, assessment and treatment of chronic wounds
ECGs inc 24 hour ECG fit and removal
NHS Healthchecks
Cervical Screening as per nation programme and womens health advice and swabs
Travel health advice and vacs
Child/Adult vaccinations in line with national and local programmes
Medication reviews
Point of care testing
Assist with stock ordering and maintenance of cold chain
Contraception initial assessment and follow up plus administration of injection
Assessment of Asthma/COPD and referral for further testing
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with active NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration. Post registration qualifications and experience in areas such as Chronic Disease Management, Immunisations, Cytology and Woundcare within General Practice setting. Post registration qualification and experience in the management and diagnosis of Asthma and COPD.
- Experience within General Practice in NHS.
Desirable
- Clinical Skills / Prescribing qualification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Must have experience of working in a nursing team within general practice. Experience of team working and time management
Desirable
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build a rapport with patients and other team members. Proven ability to provide good quality care for patients
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with active NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration. Post registration qualifications and experience in areas such as Chronic Disease Management, Immunisations, Cytology and Woundcare within General Practice setting. Post registration qualification and experience in the management and diagnosis of Asthma and COPD.
- Experience within General Practice in NHS.
Desirable
- Clinical Skills / Prescribing qualification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Must have experience of working in a nursing team within general practice. Experience of team working and time management
Desirable
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build a rapport with patients and other team members. Proven ability to provide good quality care for patients
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).