Practice Nurse

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for the implementation of processes for the effective management of patients with long-term conditions using evidence-based practice including care for elderly and housebound patients.

Working as a member of the practice multidisciplinary team, the post holder will ensure nursing services are delivered effectively to the entitled patient population.

The Practice Nurse will be involved in several clinical areas such as infection prevention and control, health promotion, chronic disease management, health promotion, well women and well man clinics, and baby clinics as well as actively supporting the practice management team in the reviewing and delivery of clinical policy and procedure.

The organisation must ensure that the post holder has access to appropriate clinical supervision and an appropriate named individual in the organisation to provide general advice and support on a day-to-day basis.

Clinical responsibilities:

To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice.

To develop, implement and embed health promotion and well being programmes.

To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and well being.

To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health.

As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF.

As required, to manage acute and chronic conditions within clinical remit.

To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages

To request pathology services and process pathology results as required.

To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required.

To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation.

To ensure read codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team.

To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers

To develop, implement, embed, and participate in well persons clinics.

To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy

To assist GPs with minor surgery when required.

To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately.

To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs.

To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children

To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)

To liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

To delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)

To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies

To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately

To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate.

Pathological specimens and investigatory procedures

• Undertake the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, cervical screening, swabs etc.
• Perform investigatory procedures requested by the GPs.

• Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team.
• Act as baby imms lead in the practice.
• Ensure accurate and legible notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes.
• Ensure the clinical computer system is kept up to date, with accurate details recorded and amended.
• Ensure appropriate items of service claims are made accurately, reporting any problems to the practice administrator.
• Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice.
• Ensure collection and maintenance of statistical information required for regular and ad hoc reports and audit.
• Attend and participate in practice meetings as required.
• Restocking and maintenance of clinical areas and consulting rooms

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Experience in primary care, community nursing, or general practice
• Competence in:
• Chronic disease management / Long Term Conditions
• Immunisations and vaccinations
• Cervical cytology (smear tests)
• Wound care and dressings
• Knowledge of:
• Infection prevention and control
• Safeguarding (children and vulnerable adults)
• Clinical governance and audit
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• IT literacy (MS Packages, Outlook)
• Understanding of NHS policies, QOF, and primary care frameworks

Desirable

• Primary Care Clinical Systems:
• Emis Web
• AccuRx

Experience

Essential

• - Previous experience specifically as a Practice Nurse in an NHS GP surgery
• - Post-registration nursing experience
• - Experience working in primary care, community, or outpatient settings
• - Experience managing long-term conditions (e.g. diabetes, asthma, COPD)
• - Experience delivering immunisations and vaccinations
• - Experience performing cervical cytology (smear tests)
• - Experience in wound care and chronic disease reviews
• - Experience working independently and managing own caseload
• - Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
• - Experience adhering to safeguarding and infection control procedures

Desirable

• Experience contributing to audits, QOF targets, or quality improvement projects

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

Crowhall Medical Group

Address

Felling Health Centre

Stephenson Terrace

Gateshead

NE10 9QG

Employer's website

https://www.crowhallmedicalgroup.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)