Job summary
We are looking to employ a Practice Nurse to join our busy team to provide high quality nursing care and support to 11,000+ patients of Hampton Medical Centre, ensuring that clinical standards and patient safety are maintained at all times. The post holder will work collaboratively with the Practice Team to deliver a comprehensive range of nursing services.
Main duties of the job
The Practice Nurse will play a vital role in offering multifaceted and essential primary care to our registered patients, including:
Patient Care
Chronic Disease Management
Health Promotion and Education
Cervical Screening and Immunisations
Support for other healthcare Professionals
Infection Control
Documentation and Record Keeping
About us
Hampton Medical Centre is a dynamic and exciting place to
work. It is situated in the leafy village of Hampton in the borough of Richmond
upon Thames. Close to Bushey Park, Hampton Court Palace and good road systems.
Our team is made up of 4 Partners GP's, 6 Salaried GP's, 3
Nurses, 1 Nursing Associate, a Clinical Pharmacist as well as other allied
Healthcare Professionals.
We have a long and successful history of involvement with
medical training and education.
High QOF and enhanced services achievement. Rated Good in a recent CQC inspection.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Undertake general treatment room duties, including wound care, dressings, injections and ECGs.
- Administer vaccinations and immunisations for adults and children in line with national schedules.
- Manage chronic disease clinics such as asthma, COPD, diabetes, and hypertension following practice protocols.
- Conduct cervical cytology (if appropriately trained).
- Perform health checks and contribute to NHS Health Checks and screening programmes (if appropriately trained).
- Provide contraceptive and sexual health advice as required (if appropriately trained).
- Support infection control and cold chain management.
- Assist in the management of long-term conditions and participate in health promotion activities.
- Support urgent appointments, treatment room requests, and chronic disease follow-ups during these sessions.
- Work closely with GPs and the wider team to ensure seamless patient care and effective handovers.
Extended Hours Responsibilities
- Provide nursing services during extended hours on Thursday evenings (until 8:30 pm).
- Friday - to be able to work Fridays.
Administrative and Professional Duties
- Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with practice policy and NMC guidelines.
- Contribute to Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets and other practice performance indicators.
- Participate in audits, significant event analyses, and clinical meetings.
- Ensure all clinical areas are well maintained and stocked.
- Maintain professional registration and engage in continuing professional development (CPD).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Undertake general treatment room duties, including wound care, dressings, injections and ECGs.
- Administer vaccinations and immunisations for adults and children in line with national schedules.
- Manage chronic disease clinics such as asthma, COPD, diabetes, and hypertension following practice protocols.
- Conduct cervical cytology (if appropriately trained).
- Perform health checks and contribute to NHS Health Checks and screening programmes (if appropriately trained).
- Provide contraceptive and sexual health advice as required (if appropriately trained).
- Support infection control and cold chain management.
- Assist in the management of long-term conditions and participate in health promotion activities.
- Support urgent appointments, treatment room requests, and chronic disease follow-ups during these sessions.
- Work closely with GPs and the wider team to ensure seamless patient care and effective handovers.
Extended Hours Responsibilities
- Provide nursing services during extended hours on Thursday evenings (until 8:30 pm).
- Friday - to be able to work Fridays.
Administrative and Professional Duties
- Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with practice policy and NMC guidelines.
- Contribute to Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets and other practice performance indicators.
- Participate in audits, significant event analyses, and clinical meetings.
- Ensure all clinical areas are well maintained and stocked.
- Maintain professional registration and engage in continuing professional development (CPD).
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in primary care or community nursing
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work autonomously and under pressure
Desirable
- Training in cytology, chronic disease management, and immunisation
- Experience using EMIS Web or similar clinical systems
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate and patient-focused.
- Reliable and flexible, with willingness to work extended hours.
- Committed to equality, diversity, and confidentiality.
- Professional attitude with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in primary care or community nursing
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work autonomously and under pressure
Desirable
- Training in cytology, chronic disease management, and immunisation
- Experience using EMIS Web or similar clinical systems
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate and patient-focused.
- Reliable and flexible, with willingness to work extended hours.
- Committed to equality, diversity, and confidentiality.
- Professional attitude with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
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).