Job summary
An exciting opportunity has
arisen for a Practice Nurse to join us at Chelston Hall Surgery in Torquay.
We are looking for an
enthusiastic, dedicated and highly motivated individual to join us at Chelston Hall to enhance our dynamic team and help us further
develop our philosophy of integrated multi-disciplinary working. We are a friendly
practice serving the local community. Our list size is approximately 18,500
patients.
Main duties of the job
You will be part of a team responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe and effective nursing care to the whole practice population. You will be required to work across our two sites to ensure service delivery is available to all patients.
The post holder will ideally have qualifications and experience in the diagnosis, management and treatment of diabetes, or an interest and willingness to specialise in this area. The successful candidate should ideally be able to undertake cervical screening and baby immunisations alongside general nursing procedures. We are looking for a non-medical prescriber or someone who is willing to work towards this qualification. We can be flexible with hours and offer either full time or part time for the right candidate.
About us
We are a large, forward-thinking GMS training practice operating
over two sites, involved in the training of GPs, medical students, nurses,
paramedics and overseas doctors. We are proud of our dedicated multi-disciplinary approach to patient
care. We are affiliated with Plymouth University, and one Partner is an
Associate Dean responsible for GP trainees in Torbay.
The closing date is 11th December 2024.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinically, the focus of the role is the delivery of
evidence-based practice for patients with acute and chronic conditions, and providing management and preventative nursing interventions to all patients. You will
work collaboratively with the whole general practice team to meet the needs of
patients, supporting the delivery and procedures under the direction of the
Lead Nurse.
You will provide high quality, holistic care to patients in a safe, multi-disciplinary
environment through the provision of specialist clinics, i.e. chronic disease
management, cervical smears, child/adult immunisations and health education.
NMC requirements must be met and the individual will work within the NMC Code
of Conduct to agreed practice standards and protocols.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinically, the focus of the role is the delivery of
evidence-based practice for patients with acute and chronic conditions, and providing management and preventative nursing interventions to all patients. You will
work collaboratively with the whole general practice team to meet the needs of
patients, supporting the delivery and procedures under the direction of the
Lead Nurse.
You will provide high quality, holistic care to patients in a safe, multi-disciplinary
environment through the provision of specialist clinics, i.e. chronic disease
management, cervical smears, child/adult immunisations and health education.
NMC requirements must be met and the individual will work within the NMC Code
of Conduct to agreed practice standards and protocols.
Person Specification
Additional requirements
Essential
- Ability to work core hours
- Flexibility for cover
- Access to a car/transport
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse.
- Experience of working in General Practice
- Holding or working towards qualifications in diabetes
Desirable
- Minimum 2 years post registration.
- Holding or working towards qualifications in chronic disease management.
- Computer skills (EMIS preferred).
- Post-registration study in topics allied to general practice.
Experience
Essential
- Experience & interest in education within a primary care setting.
Desirable
- Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
- Evidence of problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Good team player.
- Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively.
- Willingness to accept additional responsibilities.
- Gets on well with people at all levels.
Person Specification
Additional requirements
Essential
- Ability to work core hours
- Flexibility for cover
- Access to a car/transport
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse.
- Experience of working in General Practice
- Holding or working towards qualifications in diabetes
Desirable
- Minimum 2 years post registration.
- Holding or working towards qualifications in chronic disease management.
- Computer skills (EMIS preferred).
- Post-registration study in topics allied to general practice.
Experience
Essential
- Experience & interest in education within a primary care setting.
Desirable
- Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
- Evidence of problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Good team player.
- Ability to be reflective, accept criticism and act constructively.
- Willingness to accept additional responsibilities.
- Gets on well with people at all levels.
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).
