Hednesford Medical Practice

Practice Nurse (3 Month Contract)

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Job summary

The post holder will demonstrate courageous and critical thinking and is caring, compassionate and committed 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 their care. They will demonstrate safe, competent clinical decision-making and expert care including assessment and diagnostic skills for patients within the general practice. The post holder will communicate and work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures and providing nurse leadership as required.

To deliver a high standard of patient care as Nurse Practitioner in general practice, using advanced autonomous clinical skills and a broad and in-depth theoretical knowledge base in line with the latest RCN guidance on Nurse Practitioner competencies.

To manage own clinical workload in general practice responding effectively to patient need and ensuring patient choice and ease of access to services

Main duties of the job

Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis and complex needs. Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly. Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate). Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and nondrug-based treatment methods into a management plan. Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness. Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care. Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care, family planning, cervical cytology or sexual health consultation. Refer patients with mental health needs. Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children. Advise, support and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad, where appropriate. Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting

About us

Hednesford Medical Practice is based at Station Road, we have a wide range of clinical staff who work at the Practice.

We have approximately 7000+ patients on our weight list.  We offer a full service of GP appointments, medication reviews and appointments with the nurse to maximise and prioritise public health needs.

We are a dynamic team and are looking for a pro-active person who is willing to go the extra mile to support the patients health journey.

Details

Date posted

21 March 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A3318-24-0001

Job locations

Hednesford Valley Health Centre

Station Road

Hednesford

Staffs

WS12 4DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will demonstrate courageous and critical thinking and is caring, compassionate and committed 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 their care. They will demonstrate safe, competent clinical decision-making and expert care including assessment and diagnostic skills for patients within the general practice. The post holder will communicate and work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures and providing nurse leadership as required.

To deliver a high standard of patient care as Nurse Practitioner in general practice, using advanced autonomous clinical skills and a broad and in-depth theoretical knowledge base in line with the latest RCN guidance on Nurse Practitioner competencies.

To manage own clinical workload in general practice responding effectively to patient need and ensuring patient choice and ease of access to services

Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.  Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly.  Assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs.  Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate).  Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and nondrug-based treatment methods into a management plan.  Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice.  Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments.  Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions.  Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.  Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care.  Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning, cervical cytology or sexual health consultation

Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the NSF for Mental Health

Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children

Advise, support and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad, where appropriate

Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions

Meet the needs of patients presenting for opportunistic wound care

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will demonstrate courageous and critical thinking and is caring, compassionate and committed 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 their care. They will demonstrate safe, competent clinical decision-making and expert care including assessment and diagnostic skills for patients within the general practice. The post holder will communicate and work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary general practice team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures and providing nurse leadership as required.

To deliver a high standard of patient care as Nurse Practitioner in general practice, using advanced autonomous clinical skills and a broad and in-depth theoretical knowledge base in line with the latest RCN guidance on Nurse Practitioner competencies.

To manage own clinical workload in general practice responding effectively to patient need and ensuring patient choice and ease of access to services

Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.  Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly.  Assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs.  Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate).  Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and nondrug-based treatment methods into a management plan.  Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice.  Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments.  Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions.  Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.  Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care.  Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning, cervical cytology or sexual health consultation

Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the NSF for Mental Health

Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children

Advise, support and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad, where appropriate

Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions

Meet the needs of patients presenting for opportunistic wound care

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Fundamentals in Primary Care
  • Nursing Qualification

Desirable

  • Experience in working in a Primary Care setting.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Fundamentals in Primary Care
  • Nursing Qualification

Desirable

  • Experience in working in a Primary Care setting.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Hednesford Medical Practice

Address

Hednesford Valley Health Centre

Station Road

Hednesford

Staffs

WS12 4DH


Employer's website

https://www.hednesford-medical-practice.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Hednesford Medical Practice

Address

Hednesford Valley Health Centre

Station Road

Hednesford

Staffs

WS12 4DH


Employer's website

https://www.hednesford-medical-practice.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Holly Nix

holly.nix@nhs.net

01543220441

Details

Date posted

21 March 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A3318-24-0001

Job locations

Hednesford Valley Health Centre

Station Road

Hednesford

Staffs

WS12 4DH


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