Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Practice Nurse specialising in Chronic Disease, who likes a challenge and who can work autonomously
within the Practice using all aspects of their Practice skillsets, to provide holistic care to our Practice population.
The successful candidate would be expected to have experience of dealing with Chronic Disease patients and be flexible to cover general aspects of practice nursing.
The expectation is to run clinics within the guidelines of protocols for the wellbeing of patients on Chronic Disease registers. Hold or
studying towards an appropriate qualification to effectively run such clinics.
General Practice Nurses are health professionals who
have the capability to make sound judgements and will be expected to advise
patients on general health care, health promotion, illness prevention, minor
ailments, acting as counsellor and adviser as required, with referral to GP as
necessary.
Main duties of the job
The main expectation is to run clinics within the guidelines of protocols for the wellbeing of patients on Chronic Disease registers. Hold or studying towards an appropriate qualification to effectively run such clinics.
Provide
nursing treatment to patients in participation with General Practitioners or
independently within agreed protocols.
Provide
general and specific health screening to the practice patients within agreed
protocols with referral to GP as necessary.
Advise
patients on general health care, health promotion, illness prevention, minor
ailments, acting as counsellor and adviser as required, with referral to GP as
necessary.
Advise
patients on test results and liaise with GP for prescriptions as necessary.
Provide
telephone advice to patients as required.
Undertake
diagnostic tests blood and urine tests, ECGs, carry out test and follow ups
as necessary. Discuss results with
patients as necessary.
Treatment
of minor injuries, dressings, removal of sutures, routine injections,
immunisations as required.
About us
Come and join our
friendly team, a wonderful opportunity awaits.
A Medical Centre
with a proven track record and magnificent team spirit.
Lancashire Coastal
GMS, Semi-rural, Part-dispensing practice for 11,500 patients; with large
extended, modern & spacious premises
M6 and Train Station
30 minutes away
Lake District 60
minutes drive
Excellent local
Primary Schools - in catchment area for both Lancaster Grammar Schools
High QOF because of
excellent team spirit
Rated Outstanding
by CQC - CQC rating includes Outstanding for Effective & Well Led and
Outstanding in all six of the population groups.
5 weeks holidays
Large,
multi-disciplinary team including GPs, ANPs, Clinical Pharmacist, Chronic
Disease trained Practice Nurses, Treatment room Practice Nurses, HCAs, Dispensary
and a large reception, admin and managerial team.
This is an exciting
opportunity for a proactive and dynamic Chronic Disease Nurse to join our team to
support our GPs, Nurses, HCAs and Administration teams.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Tasks
Run clinics within the guidelines of protocols for the wellbeing of patients on Chronic Disease registers.Hold or
studying towards an appropriate qualification to effectively run such clinics.
Liaise
with the Nurse Manager to provide nursing services to the practice, to allow
adequate cover at all times.
Provide
nursing treatment to patients in participation with General Practitioners or
independently within agreed protocols.
Provide
general and specific health screening to the practice patients within agreed
protocols with referral to GP as necessary.
Advise
patients on general health care, health promotion, illness prevention, minor
ailments, acting as counsellor and adviser as required, with referral to GP as
necessary.
Assist
in minor operations, cryotherapy, coil and hormone implant fittings and
operating sessions if called upon.
Advise
patients on test results and liaise with GP for prescriptions as necessary.
Provide
telephone advice to patients as required.
Undertake
diagnostic tests blood and urine tests, ECGs, carry out test and follow ups
as necessary. Discuss results with
patients as necessary.
Treatment
of minor injuries, dressings, removal of sutures, routine injections,
immunisations and ear syringing as required.
Ensure
the maintenance of equipment and stock levels relating to patient care.
Undertake
the responsibility for infection control within the surgery, eg equipment
cleansing and sterility.
Order
stock as necessary and correctly store in designated areas.
Undertake
correct collection and storage of pathological specimens including intravenous
blood samples, swabs, smears etc.
This job description is subject to change
from time to time in line with organisational need and the post holders
agreement should not unreasonably be denied.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Tasks
Run clinics within the guidelines of protocols for the wellbeing of patients on Chronic Disease registers.Hold or
studying towards an appropriate qualification to effectively run such clinics.
Liaise
with the Nurse Manager to provide nursing services to the practice, to allow
adequate cover at all times.
Provide
nursing treatment to patients in participation with General Practitioners or
independently within agreed protocols.
Provide
general and specific health screening to the practice patients within agreed
protocols with referral to GP as necessary.
Advise
patients on general health care, health promotion, illness prevention, minor
ailments, acting as counsellor and adviser as required, with referral to GP as
necessary.
Assist
in minor operations, cryotherapy, coil and hormone implant fittings and
operating sessions if called upon.
Advise
patients on test results and liaise with GP for prescriptions as necessary.
Provide
telephone advice to patients as required.
Undertake
diagnostic tests blood and urine tests, ECGs, carry out test and follow ups
as necessary. Discuss results with
patients as necessary.
Treatment
of minor injuries, dressings, removal of sutures, routine injections,
immunisations and ear syringing as required.
Ensure
the maintenance of equipment and stock levels relating to patient care.
Undertake
the responsibility for infection control within the surgery, eg equipment
cleansing and sterility.
Order
stock as necessary and correctly store in designated areas.
Undertake
correct collection and storage of pathological specimens including intravenous
blood samples, swabs, smears etc.
This job description is subject to change
from time to time in line with organisational need and the post holders
agreement should not unreasonably be denied.
Person Specification
Additional Criteria
Essential
- IT skills (MS Office, Internet etc)
- Interpersonal skills
- Time Management
- Smart, polite and confident
- Planning and organising
- Performing under pressure
- Adaptability
- Using initiative
- Team working
- Self motivated
- Flexibility
- Confidentiality
- Knowledge of clinical governance
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical audits
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN Qualification
- Current NMC registration
- Accredited training in chronic disease management
Desirable
- Accredited training in anticoagulation management
- Cervical cytology qualification
Experience
Essential
- Accredited training in chronic disease management
Desirable
- Up-to-date training in childhood immunisations
- 2 years post-registration at E grade
- Health promotion
- Family planning
- Smoking cessation
- Evidence of recent updating in primary care
- Working with (Clinical system)
Person Specification
Additional Criteria
Essential
- IT skills (MS Office, Internet etc)
- Interpersonal skills
- Time Management
- Smart, polite and confident
- Planning and organising
- Performing under pressure
- Adaptability
- Using initiative
- Team working
- Self motivated
- Flexibility
- Confidentiality
- Knowledge of clinical governance
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical audits
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN Qualification
- Current NMC registration
- Accredited training in chronic disease management
Desirable
- Accredited training in anticoagulation management
- Cervical cytology qualification
Experience
Essential
- Accredited training in chronic disease management
Desirable
- Up-to-date training in childhood immunisations
- 2 years post-registration at E grade
- Health promotion
- Family planning
- Smoking cessation
- Evidence of recent updating in primary care
- Working with (Clinical system)
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).
